Imperiale Piano Nobile

Imperiale at a glance
 
Imperiale is the impressive piano nobile of the 17th century Palazzo Grimani, which bears the name of the notable Venetian family who originally occupied it. A lengthy renovation by its English Architect owners has restored this three bedroom four bathroom apartment to its original splendour, so that when entering the apartment, time seems to revert to the heady days of the XVII Century, when noble Venetians displayed their wealth by way of lavishly extravagant interiors. Its central location, close to Piazza San Marco and the famous shopping street Via XXII Marzo, is one of the best in Venice.
 
Property Description.
 

 Behind the elegant and imposing white facade, two half flights of stairs lead to the apartment’s entrance. Double doors open onto a stunning central ballroom, with original stucco mouldings, delicately frescoed ceilings, and grandiose gilt mirrors. Six extensive French windows at the front of the room open onto a long balcony facing the lovely square and the Gritti Palace Hotel, while also enjoying side Grand Canal views.
 
To the left of the central salon is the formal dining room with stately dinner table for up to 14 people, and spectacular central Murano crystal chandelier. The original stuccoes show a variety of musical instruments, which suggests that this was almost certainly originally the music room, or sala della musica.  From here, an intimate breakfast area leads off to both a well equipped kitchen with sage-green cabinetry, and a guest powder room
 
The Master Bedroom: the master bedroom is huge and features a magnificent antique four poster bed and private sitting area. The bathroom with tub and shower is en-suite.  
 
The Biedermeyer Bedroom: the second bedroom is furnished in Biedermeyer style and incorporates its own private dressing room with large walk-in shower.
 
Additional spaces: there is a further double sleeping private space for 2 people with additional shower room, as well as mezzanine sitting areas, for a total of 6 persons to relax over the varied spaces in this extensive apartment. 
 
Everything in this apartment, from its original period furnishings to tableware and bedding has been attentively selected for private use by Imperiale’s detail-orientated owners. Modern conveniences such as integral air conditioning, rain shower heads, wireless speakers etc. project this historic residence into the modern era, while all modernity is cleverly hidden from view.  An incredible design achievement.
 
Further Information

CIR: 027042-LOC-04269

CIN: IT027042C2EI9R2RWQ

NB: the historical Steinway Piano is for admiration only. It can be played by professional pianists on request and with advance notice. 

Read this stunning review of Imperiale from Jason Eckhoff  Business Class Copenhagen

Ann-Marie's comment: The more I stay in this apartment the more I appreciate its atmosphere and elegance, combined with its praticality and thoughtfulness. The location is superb - just 3 minutes from San Marco as well as the handy traghetto to cross the Grand Canal just 2 steps away. Perfetto!

Further information about this apartment

San Marco

This is the historical centre of the town with Piazza San Marco at its very heart and with Venice’s most coveted museums: Palazzo Ducale and Museo Correr. The buildings in this area of town are all on a fabulously grand scale. You will find most of the designer shops and luxury brands around here, including a number of fine jewellers and designers hidden among the colonnades of the piazza itself. The best time to visit is in the evening when the sun sets over the curved domes of St. Mark’s Basilica and live music sweeps across the piazza, defined by Napoleon as the “finest drawing room in Europe”.

Locazione Turistica: M0270427703