Caliera Italy

Imagine the romance of travelling by water taxi past the emblematic dome of Santa Maria dello Salute and arriving to a warm welcome at the private jetty of your grand salmon pink palazzo before being ushered into a world of beauty and privilege.
Caliera is a stunning third floor apartment just five minutes’ walk from St Mark’s square and Teatro La Fenice. A welcome hamper with fruit and a bottle of Bellini, fresh croissants each morning, maid service, concierge, air conditioning and high end beds with the finest Italian linen all contribute to that pampered feeling.
A wonderful home with a remarkable history – the original medieval building at the mouth of the Grand Canal was transformed in the 17th century into a fine Renaissance palazzo and lived in by the same family for 200 years. It has recently been restored by local artisans combining classical style with contemporary features.
Admire the expanse of panoramic wallpaper in the living and dining areas and look out onto the quiet square below. The candelabra, exquisite mirror back sideboard and some paintings are from the palazzo’s private collection and contrast beautifully with light modern furnishings.  Each room has artistic splashes of colour such as sky blue and burnt orange, inspired by the 18th century frescoes of Tiepolo. The white open kitchen is fully equipped and blends well into the ambience of the interior.
There is the luxury of a bath in the en-suite master bedroom and the gorgeously furnished double and single bedrooms share a fine bathroom. White wooden internal stairs lead to a small landing with a bright yellow shower room and a couple of colourful day beds, an ideal spot for reading or playing games. Here you’ll find your private terrace for relaxing with a glass of wine – look to the left to see the tip of Punta della Dogana and a touch of the blue lagoon beyond.
Take early morning photos of the Doge’s Palace and Bridge of Sighs, sit with a coffee in St Mark’s Square before taking a cocktail at Harry’s Bar or simply jump on a vaporetto with your map and day pass.
It’s an extraordinary experience in bewitching La Serenissima even if you don’t visit many of the renowned galleries, restaurants, churches and museums. A quiet stroll past centuries of layered history always leads to yet another corner where you’ll find exquisite treasures tucked away from the tourist routes. Caliera is a beautiful apartment set on the third floor of a prestigious palazzo on the Grand Canal. It’s around a 30-minute ride in a water taxi from Venice Marco Polo airport and the palazzo has its own private jetty that guests can use on arrival and departure. Alternatively, the nearest vaporetto stop is a five-minute stroll away.
Situated in the tourist heart of Venice, the whole of the city accessible to you via foot, vaporetto or water taxi. Even if you have been to Venice before, you’ll still want to take the five minute walk to St Mark’s Square and be overwhelmed by the spectacular domes and arches of the Basilica and the contrasting smoother design of the Doge’s Palace. The towering Campanile whisks you to the top by lift for spectacular views over the city and lagoon. Couples still kiss in front of the “romantic” Bridge of Sighs, despite the fact that this was the last bridge that many prisoners crossed!
If you haven’t been to Venice before, the silhouettes of the iconic black gondolas lined up on the Grand Canal near your jetty are sure to tempt you to take a canal excursion hopefully accompanied by a singing gondolier – check the prices before you set off.
While you are seeing the “sights”, don’t forget the Rialto Bridge and its famous markets. Overwhelmed by all this beauty and history? Sip a Bellini cocktail at nearby Harry’s bar, which was declared a National Landmark in 2001 and is renowned for its celebrity clientele which have included kings, queens, writers, artists and actors.
Refreshed, take the vaporetto towards the symbolic lions of Venice which line the Grand Canal outside the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, a fine museum of 20th century American and European art. The Galleria dell’Accademia has a fine collection of pre-19th century art in Venice and Northern Italy.
Try taking indirect routes to find real life cameos, scampering cats, little churches and some spectacular views. Stopping for an aperitivo or two can easily become a pleasurable habit as you wonder how the buildings stand firm on their wooden stakes driven into the mud. You are sure to eventually find your way back to your enchanting apartment next to the Grand Canal in one of the most wonderful cities of the world.At Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the
concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning – Private chef/cook/catering- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge- Local day-trips or tours- Airport pick-up/drop-off- Babysitting / childcare services
Extras included at this property:
– Welcome hamper with a bottle of Bellini, seasonal fruit and still/sparkling water – Croissant delivery (daily at 8.00 a.m.)- Breakfast provisions (sliced bread, butter, jam, tea, Nespresso capsules, milk, sugar)- Daily maid service each morning – Concierge service
Extras available at this property (payable locally):
– Bedroom/bathroom facilities for early arrival – Luggage deposit- Fresh flower service- Personal laundry- Massages- Grocery shopping service- Cooking classes- Babysitting- In-house aesthetic treatments
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!