Ca'Dadda, a palazzetto rental in Venice, Italy

Venetian Grand Canal Palazzo with Terrace

Perched on the Grand Canal in Venice’s Cannaregio district, Ca‘Dadda is a 16th-century palazzetto brought into the present by architect Elias Guenoun. Just a short stroll from the Rialto Bridge, the three-story residence offers both an immersion in the city’s rich history and a tranquil retreat from its bustle.

Guenoun's restoration pays homage to its Renaissance origins—marble flooring in the atrium, intricately carved staircases, and Byzantine capitals that crown the windows on the piano nobile. These original details paired with modern comforts create a space that feels both deeply rooted and refreshingly contemporary. Artful interior curation blends antique and modern pieces.

On the upper floor, a suspended terrace floats above the waterline, offering an enviable view of Venice’s most famous waterway—perfect for aperitivo at sunset or a morning espresso as the gondolas drift past.

All four air-conditioned bedrooms are spacious and designed for restful seclusion. Elegant marble bathrooms feature sleek fixtures and subtle nods to Venetian design. The kitchen is fully equipped for in-house dining or simply enjoying a slow breakfast before setting out into the city.

Layout

Ground floor: Entrance with the Porta D'acqua, the water door to the Canal.

First floor: The Grey Room, the largest bedroom with views of the Rialto Bridge; Red Living Room; two staircases connecting to upper levels; two en-suite double bedrooms; one additional bathroom; all bathrooms with heated floor and shower.

Second floor: Large hallway; Grand Salon with large dining table; one bedroom with separate wardrobe room; bathroom with dual sinks and a freestanding bathtub; kitchen; terrace.

Amenities

Family-friendly amenities (including children's toys), fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances, high-speed Wi-Fi, air conditioning and heating, washer and dryer, concierge services upon request. Please note: there is no elevator.

Around

Step outside into the heart of the Venice. Within walking distance, you'll find hidden bacari (Venetian wine bars), contemporary art galleries, and the daily Rialto market.

Venice’s Grand Canal is the city’s longest (4km) and its most famous channel. The waterway bisects the beautiful city, and is crossed by four bridges, the Rialto, Accademia, Scalzi and Constituzione. Vaporettos, gondolas and private vessels ply the canal’s waters, and you can also walk the length of the canal, utilizing the historic bridges as crossovers. Rialto Bridge is the city’s oldest and most renowned bridge, its covered, stairstep stone structure built between 1588 and 1591. Venice’s famed Rialto Market occupies a wide square on one side of the bridge. Open daily, the market has existed in the same location since 1097, and showcases a kaleidoscope of fruits, vegetables, and most notably fresh fish.

As the city’s main artery, the Grand Canal is lined on both sides with palaces, museums and historical sites, and is also frequently buzzing with a crowd. Take a sunrise walk to enjoy the canal more privately. Architecture aficionados will appreciate the varied styles of the palatial residences that front the Grand Canal. Built by prominent Venetian families and powerful merchants’ guilds, facades and building styles range from Renaissance and Baroque, to Byzantine and Gothic.