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 At Palazzo Abadessa you are surrounded by five centuries of Venice' history. Since the 1500s, this splendid historic residence has welcomed Venetian patricians, who arrived at the water gate or entered from the square, across the spacious exclusive garden. The beauty and calm of the green trees and lawn, the charm of the entrance on to the canal, are still here today to welcome our guests. |
 Inside the hall, one sees the refinement and harmony of the colours; on the settles, the arms of the two noble families united in the 16th century. The majestic horseshoe staircase leads you gently up to the piano nobile: sensational, dazzling, splendid, it will take your breath away. At midday, the sun’s rays penetrate the ballroom, the heart of the house, accompanied by the play of light and shade from the garden, illuminating the superb frescoes, the 17th century paintings, and the magnificent floors, a setting for the splendid doors to the suites. |
 This historic Venetian residence, has been defined by its guests as a "Maison de Charme". It has retained the magical atmosphere and beauty of a palace whose owners over the centuries have contributed to the history of the city through the building. All of the guest rooms are especially spacious, several feature timber ceiling beams while others are frescoed and some were decorated by skilful masters at the period of the "Serenissima" Republic. Modern technology has been carefully fitted in and concealed in this old building so as to create comfortable conditions for even the most discerning guests. |
 The guest rooms are situated on the noble first floor, and re-evoke the memorable enchanting marvels of 18th century Venice. No two guest rooms are the same, though each has been embellished with brilliant silk fabrics in hues ranging from bright red to green and ivory Woven on ancient hand-operated looms, such cloth can only normally be admired at Ca' Rezzonico, the museum of Eighteenth-century Venice. |
 Old gilt mirrors, period furniture, drawing room suites and collections dating back to the 17th century are in abundance. The foyer features two period wooden benches that bear the crest of the families that resided there, two 15th-century columns, frescoes and paintings. However pride of place goes to the lighting fittings - two original chandeliers from Ca' Rezzonico, crafted by the old glass masters of Murano, and these transform the venue into a Banquet Room. Without forgetting the Priuli Garden. |
 History
This historic palace dating back to the 16th century was the private residence of Doge Lorenzo Priuli, who succeeded Doge Francesco Venier in 1556. The noble Priuli family was listed in the Golden Book of Venetian nobility, whose history would fill a novel. Interesting details of the Priuli family have come to light from the historical and literary sources available. The family produced three Doges, fourteen high ranking officials and five cardinals, high profile figures for the Government of the "Serenissima" Republic. |
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