Title: Lo Squero 1 The Secret Courtyard in Dorsoduro Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Lo Squero 1 The Secret Courtyard in Dorsoduro ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57280000/57274700/57274693/cce431ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57280000/57274700/57274693/7d453a2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57280000/57274700/57274693/ecf1bcb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57280000/57274700/57274693/d6c7debf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57280000/57274700/57274693/a5ad8615.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Dorsoduro, Lo Squero offers 3 separate apartments with comfort and quiet elegance. Each apartment boasts Wi-Fi connection, a washing machine, and air conditioning. Shared by neighboring properties is a picturesque courtyard filled with potted plants and furnished for enjoying a relaxing time. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3592 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Lo Squero 1 The Secret Courtyard in Dorsoduro Along a hidden little alley with a courtyard at its fore, Sits a quaint Venetian ‘casetta’ with an apartment on each floor! \- As ‘cute as pie’, new to our roster, and recently revamped in anticipation of your stay, the sleeps 6 (+3) Lo Squero comprises 3 entirely separate apartments\*\* offering comfort, a top location and quiet elegance all the way. Situated on a peaceful Dorsoduro calle leading to the narrow Rio de Toresele canal where once there stood a squero (boatyard) many, many moons ago, each charming Lo Squero apartment promises a perfect base in Venice for couples, solo travellers and groups of up to 9 when booked as a whole. ‘Hidden in plain sight’ just moments from Campo San Vio\*\*, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and the dazzling Zattere promenade, and boasting Wi-Fi connection and a washing machine in each, the fully air-conditioned apartments are spread over 3 floors of the property (one per level) and include: Lo Squero 1 – Ground Floor Lo Squero 1 Secret Courtyard Apartment in Dorsoduro Accessed via its own private doorway on the delightful ‘Corte Nostra’ at the front of the house, this utterly delicious little apartment sleeps 2 (+1) and comprises: Shared with neighbouring properties – a picture-perfect and romantic typically Venetian hidden courtyard, filled with a plethora of potted plants including flowering oleander and sago palm, and furnished with Lo Squero 1’s own garden table and chairs for enjoying a Campari spritz in the sun or shade A bijou and very pretty ‘Positano-meets-Venezia–style’ open-plan main living room looking onto the courtyard and comprising a sitting area with a single sofa bed and a dining area/well-equipped kitchen complete with full oven and table for 4 A bright and beautiful master bedroom lovingly presented in seaside colours, with a double bed, an ancient fireplace (no longer in use) plus walls attractively adorned with a collection of seashells and wood-carvings And completing Lo Squero 1’s single level accommodation: A simple tiled 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 units in this characterful Venetian casetta (little house): Lo Squero 2 (on the 1st Floor) and Lo Squero 3 (on the 2nd Floor) \*\* A location featured prominently in David Lean’s iconic film ‘Summertime’ starring Katherine Hepburn, and home to St. George’s Anglican Church in Venice (as well as a manned gondola stand for exploring the canals!) OUR COMMENT A Venetian casetta that’s sure to make you smile, just tucked away on Dorsoduro’s ‘Museum Mile’… A short amble to the iconic Church of the Salute, the Accademia Galleries and Bridge (and the VOV office!), the Palazzo Cini Gallery, plus the Punta Della Dogana Center of Contemporary Art, and close to a variety of fine eating places and bars including Ai Gondolieri and Ristorante Riviera for fine dining, and Corner Pub, Osteria Al Squero and Cantinone Gia Schiavi for cicheti and spritz. An easy waterside stroll to 2 Conad supermarkets – one at the western end of the Zattere and a smaller one closer to home at Zattere Spirito Santo – and to 4 vaporetto (water bus) stops – Zattere Spirito Santo, Zattere, Salute and Accademia – for travel around the city (note that St. Mark’s Square can be reached by vaporetto from Salute in under 5 minutes on Line 1!) Also close to the ‘traghetto’ at Calle Lanza/Calle del Traghetto S. Gregorio which, during operating hours, ferries passengers by gondola across the Grand Canal to the district of San Marco, and within easy reach of the Alilaguna boat stop connecting the Zattere to Venice's Marco Polo Airport. 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. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 592 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions On certain dates of the year, visitors must pay an access fee of EUR 5-10 per person per day to enter Venice. Those with accommodation in Venice are exempt from paying this. Guests must however request an exemption voucher in advance and present it with an identity document on arrival. To check affected dates, fees and request an exemption, visit cda.ve.it/en/. ### Rules Checkin 15:00-20:00 ### Access methods Private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Property Registration Number IT027042C2Y62C9RX9 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Lo Squero 1 Courtyard Lo Squero 1 The Secret Courtyard in Dorsoduro Venice Lo Squero 1 The Secret Courtyard in Dorsoduro Apartment Lo Squero 1 The Secret Courtyard in Dorsoduro Apartment Venice 324091 ## About the area Dorsoduro, a neighbourhood in Venice, is home to this apartment. Teatro La Fenice and St. Mark's Basilica are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Venice and Tronchetto Waterbus Stop. Marina di Venezia and Maritime Station are also worth visiting. [Visit our Venice travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice.dx179981) [View more Apartments in Venice](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Apartments.d179981-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.42955%2C12.32937&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zt0VwW7MDqsC15JiBE6VwwGZQXk=) Venice, Veneto ### What's nearby - St. Mark's Square - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Rialto Bridge - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - St. Mark's Basilica - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Grand Canal - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Piazzale Roma - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles ### Restaurants - ‪Osteria Al Squero - ‬5 min walk - ‪Ristorante da Gianni alle Zattere - ‬3 min walk - ‪Bar alla Toletta - ‬6 min walk - ‪Corner Pub - ‬2 min walk - ‪Gelateria Nico - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lo Squero 1 The Secret Courtyard in Dorsoduro pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Lo Squero 1 The Secret Courtyard in Dorsoduro? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lo Squero 1 The Secret Courtyard in Dorsoduro? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Lo Squero 1 The Secret Courtyard in Dorsoduro located? > Located in Dorsoduro, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Zattere, St. Mark's Square and Teatro La Fenice. Piazzale Roma and Grand Canal are also within 1 mile (2 km). Venice Santa Lucia Station is 26 minutes by foot and Venice (XVQ-Santa Lucia Rail Station) is 26 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lo Squero 1 The Secret Courtyard in Dorsoduro Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 13 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dawn S. 13 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location, comfortable, clean Perfect location away from the busy tourist areas, but also very accessible to the tourist area. A+. ##### Dawn S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Ray 3 Jul 2023 #### Quiet location but close to everything. Nice bed and courtyard and nice people to deal with. Courtyard needs a little tlc ##### Ray ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emerald B. 29 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacation It went very well! ##### Emerald B. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Woluh 7 Jul 2023 #### A very pleasant stay Apartment size, location, comfortable bed and everything necessary We spent 5 days, with a child. We had all what is needed. Thank you ##### Woluh This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jocelyn 5 Apr 2025 #### Excellent service from Views on Venice One of our party used a wheelchair and Enrica and her colleagues were hugely helpful in helping us get from the airport to the accommodation. Nothing was too much trouble for Enrica and she responded promptly to messages. The accommodation is tucked away up an alley and so is very quiet and secluded but also close to many amenities. We will certainly return. Thank you Enrica and Views on Venice! ##### Jocelyn This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Anne 7 Jul 2023 #### Dorsoduro on the ground floor The location was excellent for me. The apartment is on a very quiet calle so no issues with late night or early morning noise. The small courtyard is shared with the residents whose homes also open onto the space. Not an issue just an fyi. ##### Anne ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan H. 6 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Venice stay! We adored Venice, and our apartment there! It was in such a quaint and wonderful area. Walkable to most of Venice. Our host was more than helpful, not only with the unit, but with reserving water transport, making recommendations and met us at waterfront and walked us to the unit and went through everything at check-in including recommendations on restaurants and ways to maneuver Venice. The unit was older, all of Venice is, BUT it was spacious, clean, comfortable, safe and accommodating. Being older made it even more charming! Definitely recommend. ##### Megan H. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### David J., London UK 31 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy apartment in hidden courtyard. The apartment was clean and well organised but rather dark due to its position within a small courtyard which was somewhat overlooked by the adjoining neighbours. However, it was in a superb location within easy distance of the waterfront, bars and restaurants, the vaporetto stop at Zattere and all the sights! Yet it was also well away from all the crowds. I would recommend it for that reason. ##### David J. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susannah C. 29 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### So comfortable and easy This apartment was very well laid out and so comfortable to stay in! Best bed ever! Check in with Annalisa was smooth and easy. The house is tucked away down a tiny Venetian alley but very convenient to 2 Vaporetti stops. It’s on the ground floor so it doesn’t get much direct sunlight but we were there most in the evenings so it didn’t much matter since it was dark anyway. Very quiet and relaxing. Definitely recommend!! ##### Susannah C. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerma L. 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Apartment The owner was very friendly and responsive when answering questions. The property was clean, neat, and we felt safe in the area. We were in a good location and not far from a water-bus stop. I would stay here again. ##### Kerma L. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christel 5 Jun 2024 #### Très bien Logement très bien situé Très confortable Bien équipé ##### Christel ### 8/10 Good #### Elizabeth B. 10 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lo squero1 and 2 A very pleasant stay in a beautiful city.catarina and enrica were both lovely and very efficient.lovely apartments location was great!would definitely come back and stay there again! ##### Elizabeth B. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth G. 6 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful I took my elderly mother to visit Venice and this was perfect! Street level with a nice courtyard, quiet and centrally located without feeling like we were in the middle of the tourist area. Fully equipped apartment with a comfortable sofa bed. Very helpful staff. ##### Elizabeth G. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dieter K. 11 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Toller Aufenthalt Schöne Wohnung in einem wunderschönen Stadtteil ##### Dieter K. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeanne W. 29 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely quiet area near the Zattere waterfront The staff at Views on Venice were great . We had a couple of issues and they sent someone over immediately to deal with them. ##### Jeanne W. Stayed 5 nights in May 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaretha 10 Jan 2022 #### Cosy, warm hideaway The apartment was nicely heated and warm in all rooms, which is not always easy to find in Venice. Add soap to the provided shampoo provide hair dryer from the beginning (but VoV provided it immediately after complaint!) ##### Margaretha ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [H10 Palazzo Canova](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-H10-Palazzo-Canova.h31828474.Hotel-Information) > > [B&B Le Marie](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-BB-Le-Marie.h21220457.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Tre Archi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Hotel-Tre-Archi.h891644.Hotel-Information) > > [All’Angelo Art Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-AllAngelo-Art-Hotel.h41648.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Panorama](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Hotel-Panorama.h579175.Hotel-Information) > > [The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-The-Gritti-Palace.h27226.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel San Cassiano Ca'Favretto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Hotel-San-Cassiano-CaFavretto.h26571.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Montecarlo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Hotel-Montecarlo.h14796.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Rialto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Hotel-Rialto.h3690.Hotel-Information) > > [CHC Continental, BW Premier Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-CHC-Continental.h12855.Hotel-Information) > > [Nolinski Venezia - Evok Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Nolinski-Venezia.h76973344.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Excelsior Venice](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Hotel-Excelsior-Venice.h7338.Hotel-Information) > > [Carnival Palace Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Carnival-Palace-Hotel.h4874282.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Tintoretto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Hotel-Tintoretto.h919617.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Molino Stucky Venice](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Hilton-Molino-Stucky-Venice.h1583191.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Danieli, Venice](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Hotel-Danieli-Venice.h11711.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal San Marco Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Royal-San-Marco-Hotel.h906146.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Canaletto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Hotel-Canaletto.h2189009.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Canal Grande](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Hotel-Canal-Grande.h2921301.Hotel-Information) > > [Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Splendid-Venice-Starhotels-Collezione.h13476.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Dell'Opera](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Hotel-DellOpera.h2045209.Hotel-Information) > > [Liassidi Palace Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Liassidi-Palace-Hotel.h968301.Hotel-Information) > > [Hu Venezia Camping in Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Jolly-Camping-In-Town.h3224442.Hotel-Information) > > [Ca' di Dio - VRetreats, an SLH Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Ca-Di-Dio.h59877452.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel ai Mori d'Oriente](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Hotel-Ai-Mori-DOriente.h984142.Hotel-Information) > > [Unahotels Ala Venezia - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Unahotels-Ala-Venezia.h863862.Hotel-Information) > > [Colombina Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Colombina-Hotel.h527466.Hotel-Information) > > [Pensione Wildner](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Pensione-Wildner.h2542296.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Hotel-Cavalletto-E-Doge-Orseolo.h3575.Hotel-Information) > > [Smart Hotel Holiday](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Smart-Hotel-Holiday.h891682.Hotel-Information)