Hidden Treasures: A Tour Of Rental Apartments With Canal Views In Cannaregio

Unlike any other part of Venice, Cannaregio, the northernmost sestiere in Venice, is a maze-like wonderland. It is a district of ancient walkways that tell stories of Doges and gondoliers and where time seems to have diminished its pace. Yet behind the tourist trail, surrounded by sun-drenched calli and crumbling palazzos, there are hidden gems: charming rental apartments with amazing canal views.

For those wanting an authentic Venitian experience far from the madding crowd surrounding St. Marks square, Cannaregio provides serenity. Try to imagine waking up to the soft splashes of water on your window pane, with sunbeams leaping around on the surface produced by a passing gondola and the sweet music of pigeons as they sing their early morning songs all over town. This is what you get when you rent an apartment with canal view in Cannaregio; a front row seat at the live theatres about Venetian Gondolas, bridges and busy people.

However, it is not easy to find a perfect apartment. Many of the best places are hidden away and can be easily missed. And so we have embarked on a virtual tour to discover some of the most enchanting rental apartments with canal views in Cannaregio; thus each one gives us an insight into the soul of another part of this fascinating sestiere.

1. The Bridge Suite

Overlooks A Cute Stone Bridge This snug suite is a true paradise for those who love delicate things and romantic atmosphere. There is sunlight which enters through windows in arches and this makes the walls to glow, revealing the brickwork and beams used in its construction as well as antique wooden beams too.

You can sit on a Juliet balcony and watch gondolas slide along beneath your feet. And then enjoy Venetian wine while lying on the soft sofa in the evening as you listen to soft sounds generated by waters of the canal that will lull you into blissful sleep state.

2. The Secret Garden

Behind a weathered wooden door, there is a secret garden apartment - a tranquil oasis at the heart of Cannaregio where one steps into a green wonderland of climbing vines, potted herbs that thrive and fragrant wisteria.

The apartment itself is rustic with terracotta floors, exposed brick walls and antique furniture. As birdsong greets you in the morning light, enjoy your coffee in a sun-drenched courtyard bounded by the lushness of your private garden.

3. The Artist’s Loft

Climb up a narrow staircase lined with faded frescoes and before long you will step into the welcoming arms of the Artist’s Loft. At this last floor, one can enjoy stunning views over the rooftops of Cannaregio and far-off silhouettes of gondolas gliding along canals underneath.

Large skylights fill the space with light casting it upon vintage pieces of furniture mixed with vibrant splashes of paint and empty frames waiting for foreshortenings. It is a sanctuary for those who are artistic at heart – where you draw inspiration from Venice’s enchantment and let your artistic side take flight.

4. The Water's Edge

Water’s Edge is the place to be for those who are completely obsessed with being as close to the water as possible. On the ground floor, this apartment sits right on the canal’s edge with waves washing onto stone foundations.

Stepping outside into a private terrace you can breathe in the salty air and feel the splatter of gondolas passing by over your face. Inside, maritime themes are everywhere you look – from driftwood furniture and seashell accents, to soft blues and greens that make it seem like you’re being rocked gently by an ocean. It’s where one can surrender to the ebb and flow of tides or let themselves get lulled by the mesmerizing song of water in a canal.

5. The Doge's Palazzo

In Doge’s Palazzo, a 16th-century restored building, Venetian history literally unfolds before your eyes. With high ceilings being adorned with magnificent frescoes, polished marble floors and antique chandeliers, every moment spent here is memorable.

Taking a step on to the huge balcony that overlooks over the canal makes one imagine themselves as an aristocratic citizen of Venice ruling over his watery kingdom. This apartment is meant for those who value finer things in life; a place that allows them to luxuriate in timeless beauty while delving deeper into Venetian history.