We're about to take a trip to Venice for the holidays. We've been before, and on our last trip enjoyed staying at the Pensionne Guerrato, but this time we're thinking about trying to stay in an apartment. Any suggestions for a good apartment or a good rental agency? Thanks, Chris
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point pleasant beach, nj, usa
646 posts
I've rented apartments in Venice successfully through vrbo. Both in the Castello sestiere away from the crowds, but still within walking distance of San Marco.
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Woodstock, Ontario, Canada
13 posts
we booked our apartment through views on venice, www.viewsonvenice.com
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Carbondale, IL, USA
1201 posts
We have used www.veniceapartments.org the last couple of times with good luck.
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Wiesbaden, Germany
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Auckland, New Zealand
54 posts
www.holiday-velvet.com We used them for our Venice apartment with great success. We rented the 'Margherita' apt situated right off Campo Santa Margherita.
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Visalia, California, USA
70 posts
We rented a VRBO and had a great time. Had everything. Umbrellas, boots, small washer/dryer, close to small shops, deli, bakery, close to the valparisso (sp?) station. Not as crowded, but the days are shorter and a bit colder. Great time
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Miami
57 posts
Hi Chris, My husband and I just rented our apartment for Rome through www.sleepinitaly.com We will be renting our Venice apartment through them also. If I'm not mistaken, the vrbo website requires a minimum of 7 nights stay. Safe Travels!
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martinez, ca, usa
2409 posts
Hi Chris
We just got back from Venice and had a fabulous time. We rented an apartment in the San Polo district through homeaway.com Was close to everything and walked every where. Took a long time to decide what we wanted and our apartment was great, even had an elevator to get to the third floor. Rented for one week and was about $650 for the whole week. Enjoy your time there and good luck on your hunting.
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Visalia, California, USA
70 posts
VRBO 133919 Enrico Gagliano is the owner. It has all of things you need during the holidays. We went December, 2008 and loved it. Shorter days, a bit chilly, some rain, but NO crowds. One BR, shower, small washer/dryer, small kitchenette. living room and on the second floor. Close to a bakery, deli, a few shops and a great place to get hot chocolate about a block away. They have extra umbrellas and the boots that you will need due to the tides. Price was reasonable. His wife will provide you with a small bottle of balsamic vinegar. Let him know what you want to do and he got us all of the "touristy" info/pamphlets. Gave us several great places to eat. His daughter Giovanna's english is better than his. He met us at the Valparisso exit and helped us navigate through the maze to get to his place. After a day or two we were able to navigate. You do need a map. If you find yourself lost, find a plaza and find it on your map to reorient yourself. We had no problems. The best was Antiche Carampane. Get a reservation. Lonely Planet 5th edition. It is hard to find but well worth it. It is not cheap but well worth it. Our waiter spoke english and guided us through our eating adventure. There is a sign on the window "no lasagne, no pizza, no tourist menu". Don't let this detour you. Great place, a dining adventure. Have fun
Rich
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Visalia, California, USA
70 posts
Oops I forgot to give you the VRBO # 133919