Cozy Apartment in Sestiere San Marco

Nestled in the heart of the San Marco district, in Piscina San Samuele, perfectly positioned between the elegance of Campo Sant’Angelo and the vibrant charm of Santo Stefano, lies this extraordinary residence within a listed Gothic palazzo. This historic building was once home to Francesco Querini, the celebrated Venetian explorer who set out from these very walls to navigate the “unexplored paths of the Arctic.

This cozy first-floor apartment features a private entrance and overlooks a bright, tranquil calle larga. The interiors bear the unmistakable hallmark of the Scarpiana school; a meticulous restoration that creates a seamless dialogue between modern architectural rigor and the home’s original Gothic soul, epitomized by the stunning trefoil mullioned windows.

Upon entering, a striking two-tone marble staircase leads to the living area: a spacious, light-filled salon illuminated by four Gothic windows, complemented by a windowed kitchenette custom-designed and subtly separated from the other spaces through an elegant play of mirrors. The sleeping area, overlooking a secluded courtyard with fruit trees, features a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and bathtub, and a second bedroom with a full bathroom and walk-in shower. Both rooms are enhanced by bespoke wood paneling, creating an intimate and refined atmosphere.

The property is further complemented, on the ground floor, by a windowed room, a storage/laundry area tucked beneath the staircase, and a technical service shaft suitable for upgrading the septic systems.

Upon entering, a striking bichromatic marble staircase leads to the living quarters:

· Living Area: A grand, light-filled salon illuminated by four magnificent Gothic windows. This space is complemented by a bespoke, windowed kitchenette, cleverly integrated and separated by a sophisticated play of mirrors.
· Sleeping Quarters: Overlooking a secluded courtyard filled with fruit trees, the sleeping area offers a serene retreat. It includes a primary suite with an en-suite bathroom and a soaking tub, and a versatile study room, suitable as a second bedroom with a full shower. Both rooms are enveloped in handcrafted boiserie (wood paneling), creating an intimate and sophisticated ambiance.

The property is completed on the ground floor by a versatile windowed room, a functional under-stair laundry/storage area, and a technical space designed for easy maintenance of the septic tanks (a vital asset in Venice).