We were very thankful for the way we were treated while at Santa Barbara, we required wifi but had to sit outside our room to get connection, barking dogs at night, not ideal. That said, we found the location ideal for visiting Venice, just a short ferry ride away. The host allowed us to leave our car at the property... More

This agriturismo is perfectly located if you like to visit Venice, but also want to enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of the countryside. There is a pool and enough space to play outside for children. In Mira, a quiet and small town, are well equipped supermarkets and there is a variety of restaurants. The family Rocca is very friendly and helpful... More

My wife and I spent a week here in October 2009 (not 10). We loved it. Both of the Roccas, host and hostess, spoke great English) were warm and really informative. They provided us with great directions to get all sorts of wonderful places like Chioggia, Riviera del Brenta, and the local fish, produce markets, and grocery stores. Five minutes... More

Agriturismo Santa Barbara is a lovely place in the countryside, just outside of Venice, where you can get away from the hustle and bustle of the "Citta dei Dogi" Situated in the Riviera del Brenta, it is a perfect base to take some time to explore the region. Venice is a few miles or, much better, a pleasant boat ride... More

We wanted to go to Venice without the hassle and expense of having to drag 3 young children and luggage over the bridges. Staying in a hotel on the mainland in the commercial town of Mestre-Venezia would have been a disappoitment. So we opted to rent a place in the countriside: an apartment at Azienda Agricola Santa Barbara in nearby... More