Canal Concerto

This penthouse apartment right on the Grand Canal has romance written all over it. Housed in a historic building, you’ll find plenty of old-world charm in its vaulted beamed ceilings, skylights and eclectic blend of hand-picked antique and contemporary furnishings. The raised dining area is a highlight, as is the bathroom’s tub and the shelves laden with books. But the real star of the home is the private terrace with its views over the canal, Cà Pesaro and Cannaregio’s rooftops. When you’re ready to venture out for some exploring, you’ll find Rialto Bridge a five-minute walk from home, and with water taxi access available straight from the building, the city’s other historic and cultural must-sees are just a boat ride away.


Home truths:
*The building has a water gate allowing arrivals to the building by water taxi directly from the Grand Canal
*While there's a lift in the building, it only goes to the third floor, so you'll need to climb a flight of stairs (about fifteen steps) to reach the apartment
*There are internal stairs here to access the raised dining area and the private terrace
*Given the home's central location, you may hear some noise
*Air conditioning is available seasonally between mid-May and mid-September
*Heating is available seasonally between October and April
*The owner lives in a separate apartment on the floor below
*The nearest water taxi stop is 50 metres away
*There's a supermarket a two-minute walk away