Lo Squero 1 The Secret Courtyard in Dorsoduro Venice - Apartment

Welcome to the distinctive Ca’ Del Monastero, an elegant collection of beautifully restored apartments located within the former monastery connected to the ancient Church of San Zan Degolà, one of Venice’s oldest and most fascinating churches. Nestled in the authentic district of Santa Croce, just moments from the Grand Canal, the residence offers a rare opportunity to experience Venice from a privileged and peaceful setting.

Carefully renovated throughout, the apartments blend historic character with contemporary comfort. Traditional Venetian terrazzo floors, refined finishes and thoughtfully selected furnishings create welcoming interiors designed for modern living while preserving the building’s rich heritage.

Enhanced by a range of modern amenities, including air-conditioning***, Wi-Fi connection and communal utility facilities, Ca’ Del Monastero provides the perfect base from which to discover Venice while enjoying the atmosphere of one of the city’s most genuine neighbourhoods.

Ca’ Del Monastero 8

Bright, elegant and exceptionally welcoming, Ca’ Del Monastero 8 is a charming one-bedroom apartment offering comfortable accommodation for up to four guests, together with access to a delightful shared internal courtyard.

Situated on the second floor of the residence and reached by stairs, the apartment enjoys a peaceful position overlooking the quiet Salizada and towards the historic grounds of the Natural History Museum, housed within the remarkable Fondaco dei Turchi.

Accessed through a separate entrance from the Salizada below, the apartment immediately conveys a sense of tranquillity and comfort. Soft neutral tones, elegant wall coverings and carefully coordinated furnishings create bright and inviting interiors throughout.
The welcoming living room is furnished with a comfortable sofa bed and armchair, providing an ideal space for relaxing after a day exploring Venice. Large windows allow natural light to fill the room while maintaining a calm and private atmosphere.

Adjacent to the living area is a fully equipped kitchen with dining space, offering everything required for preparing breakfast, lunch or dinner in complete comfort. Contemporary finishes and practical design make the space both functional and attractive.
The elegant double bedroom provides a peaceful retreat, featuring refined furnishings, generous storage space and a soothing colour palette designed to promote rest and relaxation.

The modern bathroom is finished to a high standard and includes a spacious shower.
A further highlight of the apartment is access to the attractive furnished internal courtyard on the ground floor. Shared exclusively with guests of Ca’ Del Monastero 5, this quiet outdoor space offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a peaceful moment away from the bustle of the city, whether for a morning coffee, an afternoon break or an evening aperitivo.

Comfortable, practical and perfectly positioned, Ca’ Del Monastero 8 is an ideal choice for couples seeking additional space or for small families wishing to experience Venice from an authentic residential setting.
The furnished internal courtyard is shared with guests staying at Ca’ Del Monastero 5.

Ca’ Del Monastero 8 and Ca’ Del Monastero 5 occupy a separate section of the residence with an independent entrance from the Salizada, creating an intimate and private setting within the larger Ca’ Del Monastero complex.

When booked together, the two apartments offer an ideal solution for extended families, couples travelling together or groups of friends who wish to stay close to one another while maintaining the privacy and independence of separate accommodations. The shared courtyard provides a welcoming space for gathering and socialising, combining conviviality with the comfort of having one’s own private apartment.

Our Comment

A bright and elegant apartment combining comfort, privacy and authentic Venetian atmosphere, complemented by the rare advantage of a peaceful shared courtyard.
The location is ideal for discovering Venice on foot. Venice Santa Lucia Railway Station and Piazzale Roma are within easy walking distance, while the vaporetto stops at Riva di Biasio and San Stae are just moments away, providing convenient access to all areas of the city.

One of Venice’s most charming squares, Campo San Giacomo dell’Orio, lies just around the corner. Beloved by locals, this picturesque square is surrounded by cafés, small shops and a well-stocked supermarket, offering visitors a genuine glimpse into everyday Venetian life.
Nearby you will find a wide selection of excellent restaurants and traditional bacari, including All’Anfora, La Zucca, Il Refolo, Al Prosecco and Antica Besseta.

The apartment is also conveniently located for visiting Ca’ Pesaro, Palazzo Mocenigo, the Fondazione Prada at Ca’ Corner della Regina, the Basilica dei Frari, the Scuola Grande di San Rocco, Campo San Polo and the vibrant Rialto district with its famous market and culinary delights.

Important Information

***Please note that the operation of air-conditioning and heating is subject to local municipal regulations. Generally, heating is available from mid-October to mid-April, while air-conditioning operates from mid-April to mid-October. Please contact us for further information.

For arrivals between 8:00 p.m. and midnight, a late arrival fee of €50 applies, payable in cash upon arrival.
For arrivals between midnight and 1:00 a.m., the late arrival fee is €100.
For arrivals after 1:00 a.m., we reserve the right to accept the check-in subject to an additional fee based on the arrival time.

Beds will be prepared according to the standard configuration shown in the photographs. Any alternative bed arrangements, where available, must be requested at least 7 days prior to arrival.

Three newly revamped apartments in a pretty, salmon-pink, antique palazzetto within the calm and cultured setting of upmarket San Samuele.

Elegantly attired in a classic, homely style and peacefully positioned within a genteel neighbourhood dotted with galleries and antique shops well clear of the hustle and bustle yet close to Campo Santo Stefano, these inviting apartments are of differing sizes and sleep up to 10 guests when taken together.

Just a few steps from the renowned Palazzo Grassi Museum of Modern Art in a parish that legendary lover Casanova called home, the palazzetto offers a stylish address to rest easy within a short and pleasant stroll of the many attractions of St. Mark’s Square.

Moments from the illustrious Palazzo Mocenigo on the Grand Canal (the one time Venetian bolthole of ‘mad, bad and dangerous to know’ British romantic poet and literary figure, Lord Byron) and boasting air-conditioning, Wi-Fi and a warm and welcoming ambience in each, the Ca’ Grassi apartments comprise:


Ca’ Grassi 2 (Sleeps 3 on the 2nd Floor reached by stairs – no lift)

Communal palazzetto entrance with stairs rising up to the apartment entrance

• Bright, cheerful and situated to the front of the palazzetto – a spacious and tastefully furnished main sitting/dining room/well-equipped kitchenette freshly decked out in buttermilk yellow and with a double sofa bed, a dining table for 4, traditional Venetian terrazzo flooring and a wall almost entirely composed of floor-to-ceiling glazed doors flooding the room with light and opening directly onto a romantic columned balcony, a superb vantage point from which to observe the comings and goings along the 'Salizada' below

• A light and airy double bedroom with 4-poster double bed, terrazzo flooring and a charming, restful atmos

And completing the accommodation:

• A smart, refitted contemporary style bathroom with shower

* Are you part of a larger group who’d like to stay close to each other but in separate apartments? We offer 2 other apartments in this Venetian palazzetto (little palace): Ca’ Grassi 1 (on the 2nd Floor) and Ca’ Grassi 3 (on the 3rd Floor)


OUR COMMENT

A tried and tested property with a beautiful balcony, much loved by previous guests, now refurbished and offering comfortable and peaceful accommodation in a great spot.

Situated right beside ‘Casa Veronese’ (once the home of the 16th Century Italian Renaissance painter, Paolo Veronese) and within steps of the neighbourhood grocery store/delicatessen, a wine shop, a range of cafes/osterie (including those fringing the nearby Campo Santo Stefano), plus the gallery of interior designer Chiarastella Cattana - a discreetly sophisticated showroom of fine and distinctively woven textiles and furnishings – and, for scent-lovers, the Venice outlet of the famous Florentine ‘Officina Profumo Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella’ (one of the oldest pharmacies in the world and one time fragrance maker to Catherine de’ Medici).

A stone’s throw to the Accademia Bridge crossing the Grand Canal over to Dorsoduro and conveniently close the vaporetto (water bus) stops at San Samuele and Sant' Angelo for easy travel around the city, and to the ‘traghetto’ gondola ferry which, during operating times, carries passengers across the Grand Canal between Calle Del Tragheto (near Sant’ Angelo) and San Toma in the district of San Polo.

For arrivals between 8.00 p.m. and midnight there is an additional cost for "late arrival" of Euro 50, to be paid in cash upon arrival. We organize arrivals between midnight and one o'clock with an additional cost of Euro 100, after this time we reserve the right to accept the customer always with a supplement to be quantified according to the time of arrival.

Beds will be arranged as either doubles or twins as shown in the photos. The possibility of turning a double bed into twins or vice versa can be found in the description and must be requested at least 7 days before arrival.