Description Chiara: Venezia

Those looking for a quiet stay away from the hustle and bustle of tourist crowds will find this apartment near the Arsenal of Venice a comfortable base from which to explore the city. Though the decor is functional and the touristic art on the walls a little uninspiring, the two bedrooms are minimalist and uncluttered and the pair of bathrooms will come in handy for morning routines ahead of a busy day of sightseeing. Speaking of which, the Biennale Gardens are a five-minute walk away and a fifteen-minute stroll will bring you to St Mark’s Square and the Rialto Bridge. Alternatively, hop on a water bus from the nearby vaporetto stop to explore the wider city, Piazzale Roma and Murano Island.

Home truths:
*This home is accessed via stairs only, so it may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
*The decor is functional – those looking for a more characterful stay may wish to look elsewhere
*The kitchen is compact and lacks an oven – we think it's better suited to light bites than preparing larger meals
*You may hear some street noise during your stay
*There's a communal laundry room on the building's ground floor that's shared with the other residents
*The building's entrance is shared with the other residents
*There are two mini-markets within 450 metres of the home
*The kitchen lacks basic cleaning supplies, so you might want to bring your own