VENICE BRENTA RIVIERA. VILLA WIDMANN a jewel-like mansion.

Every summer in the Republic's Golden Age, the Venetian Aristocracy used to leave the city to go to their summer villas on the nearby Brenta Riviera. At its peak in the 18th Century there were 2,000 of these incredible buildings. Stephanie and Ollie explore Villa Widmann one of the 80 remaining exquisite jewels - and imagine what a day in the life of its owners would have been like at the time. It is the incredible and lesser known other side of Venice.
To visit the gorgeous Villa Widmann please visit
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The villa also hosts weddings and events!
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This show premieres on Tuesday 28th May: 8.00 PM - UK / 3.00 PM - New York. / 9.00 PM - Central European / 9.00 PM - South Africa / 5.00 AM - Sydney (Weds) / 7.00 AM - Auckland (Weds)
There are a number of boat cruises available to visit the Villa Widmann so please search online for options. This is one of them
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You can combine a visit to the Villa Widman with visits to other villas and palaces along the route.Have a look at this article with some great examples of ones to visit:
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(And of course like Stephanie and Ollie you can easily go by bus from the main Venice bus terminal).
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Stephanie's Chateau Diaries / thechateaudiaries
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Music in this vlog Epidemic Sound
Peter Sandberg - Cranberry Garden - EP
• Cranberry Garden
Breathing Tides - Breaking Habits
• Breaking Habits
Gerard Franklin - When the Ending Comes.
• When the Ending Comes

[@Dr.med.GeorgeGrant]

With vigilance and prudence two friends just took a bus. Came down the Brenta river without causing a fuss. Dispensing with the servants, the gondola and the food. They took us to a villa in quite a hungry mood. Explaining all the riches, the marvels there to see, they conjured up the party that would have stayed for tea. Yet they had not a morsel, nor hot cocoa galore. These two won‘t stop at nothing to open every door. I have become an addict to your wonderfully captured journeys to the secret and hidden places of the world. This is armchair travelling at its very best and most cost-effective. Tight hugs to both of you. 🤗🤗

[@TravelsWithMyFriend]

That is absolutely fantastic- love it!!

[@Dr.med.GeorgeGrant]

@@TravelsWithMyFriend Thank you. 😊

[@d.gazinelli8785]

Most of the palaces in Brenta were created by the great renaissance architect Andreas Palladio. He revolutionized architecture by emulating the classical focus on symmetry, rational logic and perfect geometries of the ancient Greek and Roman building vocabulary. Palladio designed villas, palaces, basilicas and monuments especially in Veneto for the new rich merchant class. He was also an early architecture theorist. His creations inspired the design of the great stately homes beginning in the 16th century England and beyond. Today the work of Palladio continues to feature and embellish the great metropolises throughout the world. He was born on 30 November 1508 in Padua and given the name Andrea di Pietro della Gondola, and became known as Palladio, which means the wise one.

[@rankinstudios5342]

Fantastic info! Thanks so much!

[@edwardulrich1515]

Ollie and Stephanie, there is nothing better than visiting a historic venue with the proper background commentary. You both did an amazing job of making me feel as though I were actually there as a welcomed guest during that epic time period 😎. I'm looking forward to the next installment of "Travels with My Friend."

[@tonivalenzuela8274]

You two are hilarious with your banter. "I did offer you sort of luxury and debauchery but it does start with a bus." 😂"We can only afford a water taxi to the bus stop." 😂 The Villa is magnificent. The chandelier in the entry is stunning. This palace is so extravagantly beautiful in its entirety. The only thing that would have made it better is to have all the opulent furniture that must have filled the rooms. The bed gives some idea how grand they must have been. I have loved this vlog.

[@carynkabat4208]

These are real gems. Thanks to Ollie and Stephanie

[@anitaatwell8287]

Thank you Stephanie and Ollie! I love the stories and Ollie's white shoes😂. Just glorious ❤

[@brendagraw3729]

HI. Love this tour. 20 + years ago a friend and I did take a boat on the canal. The canal is narrow, there were about 10 inches on either side! And it was slow, you could walk at the same pace, but, ahhhhhhh it had air conditioning (it was July, 30 + C and very humid). We were able to tour 3 villas, and they were magnificent. I am curios about the walls in this grand room. In the one villa we toured, everything was painted. Every door panel, every elaborate scroll, fresco, "plaster work" was masterly painted to look like real wood panels and plaster. Gorgeous.

[@highseasailing8624]

Love these! My new addiction! Well done Camilla for such fabulous editing!

[@tamaliaalisjahbana9354]

Lovely, Stephanie n Oliver. So nice to see both and such a wonderful house. You described the times beautifully. May I make a small suggestion? You kept talking about food and were clearly hungry. It would have been the icing on the cake if you had ended up with a delicious Venetian meal or at least a beautiful hot chocolate n something lush to eat with it.

[@tinchina85]

What a fantastic adventure you just took me along on! Loved it! Teresa

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

Oh the drama of it all! I was aware that Double Entry Bookkeeping was an Italian invention, but I did not realise it was Venetian. You learn something new on this channel in every episode! Their hot chocolate would probably have been unsweetened, very different to the sort we drink today, more like coffee, I suppose and quite bitter. But delicious if you enjoy coffee, as I do. Thank you for the video!

[@Grandstreet1]

I took the cruise up the river and it was much nicer than taking a bus.

[@janicerobinson2970]

Stephane &Ollie Thankyou For Bringing Us ToVenue This Amazing History Villa 💕

[@bonniebaxter7773]

The two of you crack me up! I can’t stop laughing. Wicked sense of humour!❤

[@dawns25]

You two were in your element here! Thanks for the dreams.

[@eleanorchapple8772]

What a wonderful armchair travel adventure. The best. You are capturing the life and times of humanity in interesting and marvellous places.

[@lindaallen9721]

I could watch and listen to you both for hours, just educating and speculating about every culture world-wide. Your styles are so effortless, yet welcoming and not at all pretentious. I’d love to see you come here to the US mid-west and present the Wild West and pioneer life!

[@kimclarke5018]

I look at this channel as an investment, shall we say, of my time. It’s utterly fabulous to go on these adventures and see the most glorious places and things in Europe.

[@IRSA1]

You brought this gorgeous villa to life with your well researched, witty story telling. But the most heart warming part of it all was seing what great friends you are !

[@madonnadillon5545]

Wow what a beautiful place...😊🇨🇦💞👍💯

[@svg7335]

How wonderfully entertaining! You are stunningly beautiful, Stephanie. And Ollie is so charming. Well done! The stories and reenactment added SO much to the gorgeous villa. Love the music at the end. And whoever edited did a great job.

[@jonimarchese7655]

Ciao Stephanie and Ollie, the chandelier in the entrance and throughout the villa are absolutely beautiful, the colors are so stunning. The wall and ceiling Frescos are amazing, the virtues story telling is a beautiful lesson. This place is magical. there are no words except, "assolutamente bella" thank you Stephanie and Ollie, for giving me a bright spot in a terrible time.

[@carolweaver3269]

This is always such fun with both of you together! You truly have a way of bouncing off of each other in all you say and do, and it is so natural! Cannot wait to see this "imaginary trip that we need to use just our mind, to know about " lol This Villa is stunning!!! Guess now people will remember to only go there during warmer weather lol Enjoyed this! Thank you so much, Ollie and Stephanie!

[@drewgayle8325]

another one hit out of the park !!!!!!!!!

[@cheriesharp234]

That a pleasure and a half, you two together is a dream, Oliver is so lovely. X

[@rayn8740]

I love the Venetians' seeming aversion to 90° angles in their interiors and furnishings. What fantasy. There were definitely glimpses of wear on the fabric walls, but still quite stunning. The Venetian glass chandeliers were magnificent. You two really do live life to its fullest. Bravo!👏 Thanks for bringing us along.❤

[@lindaloehr8241]

You, two, are so great together! Keep doing what you are doing.

[@juliajoplin4238]

Absolutely gorgeous episode! You two are brilliant hosts for this wonderful channel! You make it so interesting, entertaining and funny at the same time. Yes this house was really a Gem 💎, loved the history, stories and beautiful chandeliers and the first bedroom was stunning! Thanks again Stephanie and Ollie for another video. Well done 👏🏾🥰🏰⛲️🪭🖼️🛏️

[@tinaschaaf4490]

So incredibly well done in every way. You two are magic. ❤

[@jodiekeast6588]

I have started rewatching all the Chateau Diaries and in one Stephanie and Michael make a bed for his dog - the stunning bed in this villa looks so much like the dog bed they made. Just beautful. Thank you for taking us on this wonderful tour of the villa.

[@daphneerler8496]

Thank You again beautiful people - hilarious, informative and of course filled with wondrous art and architecture to inspire the mind and fill the heart. LOVE IT. Blessings as always to you both. Travel safely and stay healthy.

[@gr8witenorth61]

now that was a show ive been waiting for years, i would liked to have seen more architecture, but the frescos were incredible. it was a much appreciated boost to my classical studies, thank you olly and steph, your imaginary framing of an evening at one of these parties.............

[@lorassorkin]

My best friend and I haven't lived in the same place since we were 18 (nearly 4 decades ago). We travel to be together and explore (mostly food these days). Your channel is reminding me so much of how I've missed seeing him in person since covid began. I must dust the passport off soon!

[@michaelt8727]

Thanks Stephanie and Ollie for another extraordinary adventure. Simply glorious to get a glimpse into the Golden Age of Venetian society. The Villa’s Murano glass entry chandelier alone is worth the visit but then each chandelier was a treasure and a visual delight, not to mention the exquisite artistry of the ceiling frescoes. I would have loved to have seen all the original furnishings during the villa’s heyday… and of course to have met and mingled with the great names of the period. In season, imagine what an incredible day could be had by taking a Brenta Riviera (Brenta River-Canal) day trip on a burchiello (tourist boat) from Venice to Padua and stopping to tour several of the villas along the way. Plus you’d get riverside views of all the other grand villas lining the canal. Naturally, add in several days in Venice and you’ve got the dream vacation of a lifetime.

[@hopehope7696]

I enjoy watching the two of you 😊. Beautiful! Thank u for sharing this with us. ❤

[@lilise3965]

Absolutely brilliant. Stephanie seems to be in her element. Who knows, in a previous life she might have been a Venitian aristocrat.

[@michellecook2338]

Stunning ❤

[@stephn4085]

Fascinating, beautiful house. I love the Murano chandeliers and the beds.

[@andreacatzel8259]

Oh wow! That bed! The chandeliers! Divine. Loved loved LOVED this. This series is just superb. Thank you for the glorious filming, Philip, and the fabulous chatter and laughter and interesting and informative historical facts. You were both on fire! The hilarious banter…..double entry book keeping is something I didn’t know I needed to know! Looking forward to the next episode ❤

[@dyrekvellnagel3011]

Thank you, absolutely sumptuous! I could virtually see the people enjoying themselves . Gracie ❤DD

[@stevent5862]

Fascinating!

[@jessicaboyajian3542]

You, both, have become my personal Grand Tour. Thanks so very much!

[@gemstonesparkle7915]

One more wonderful video, I learned a lot from this one, I think it’s to become one of my favourite channels.

[@FRASERMCGREGOR72]

Wonderful episode. You are such a wonderful double act. This is just such a perfect marriage of presenting styles. Easy, effortless, and informative. Thank you for this wonderful new channel. Hope it grows from strength to strength.

[@rachelwyatt9529]

You guys... I can tell how much hard work has gone into these videos and I am here for it and appreciate it so much.

[@annemackenzie7295]

Me too 😀💗👏

[@GRANDIPRTradeMarkAcceleartor]

Oh my WORD! How do you find these places to visit I wonder? I mean this is such a fairytale gem of a place. Santo Cielo. Io sono inamourata d'Italia 😍🤗 Grazie mille. I keep finding these places in the map app on my phone, when I can, and add them to favourites so that I can explore them too in future. You two are the best! 💜❤ I had a friend who used to refer affectionately to me as Justitia ❤💜

[@lizstevenson7801]

Amazing to find out so much information on the life of the Venetian aristocracy back in the day. The building was gorgeous as was the decor in each room. Thank you Stephanie and Ollie I did so enjoy this. 💕🇦🇺

[@Sherryskogstad]

It’s like going on holiday with friends. Such a good time had by all!

[@irenebianchi5088]

Amazing. We never realise what we have got. The Italian are so spoiled with such beauty. It's like a beautiful woman who doesn't realise how gorgeous she is

[@JG-qt3pn]

Thank you Camilla and Phillip for allowing these two to gallivant off to these wonderful places. I haven't missed one episode yet.

[@desireekotze3557]

I am pretty sure Philip, or Camilla is filming this and therefore with them.

[@300books]

I think in a previous episode Stephanie said this was filmed before she met Philip, so they're not recently filmed. If I'm wrong, please correct me, but I remember Stephanie saying that.

[@dianegriffith3006]

I think you’re right-I watched that video too. You can tell by Stephanie’s current hair color and length -these aren’t real current as I think they stared these some time ago..

[@hereandthere6001]

@@desireekotze3557 just about to say that. I'm wondering who is behind the camera?

[@andreacatzel8259]

@@300booksPhilip is filming this one, I’m sure! They did this when they were at the carnival earlier this year. The Lake Como one was BP. Before Philip! 😊 what a fabulous team!

[@toddmurphy523]

Never heard of the Brenta Riviera before.....how wonderful ! That chandelier......😳

[@catherineevanoffour12]

lovely...thank you....

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

What a beautiful place. Thank you for taking us along. I never knew this existed until today. What a lifestyle they had in the summer ❤️❤️❤️

[@1231ms54]

What a beautiful place. It would be interesting to see it back in the day.

[@dalewest4967]

What a wonderful video, thank you for the insightful tour.

[@jeanninef2110]

Gorgeous! Loved it!

[@valerialamberti9037]

This is amazing

[@aurraliite]

The Venetian Affair, I just downloaded the kindle version. Look forward to reading, as I love historical and based on truth stories.😊

[@KnittingFairyGrandPrairie]

Fantastic video, so many amazing places exist in this world- thank you for taking us along for the ride.

[@baronetessdawson]

So much True Love for you both! Thank You

[@dt8118]

This channel is the best travel channel on KZbin ❤ And much better than the ones on TV

[@juliatownsend2324]

Oh how the other half live ...... such beauty thank you both for the tour it was amazing. The chandeliers are gorgeous. Till the next video. Can't wait xx

[@tameradavis4973]

Thanks for sharing your beautiful adventures. I alway's enjoy your videos. I also, watch Chateau Diaries and Cadeaux at the Chateau along, with The Pethricks and Doing it Ourselves. Love and GOD bless to you all.❤🇬🇧🇺🇸

[@lynneh9744]

What a beautiful house! People did know how to do things with style back in the day... PS; I really think LaLande needs an Italian suite or bedroom. So much fun to find pieces and decorate, and I am sure would be wildly popular as a booking.

[@doreleimcmillan7924]

Thanks for the villa tour. You all are my vacations. So beautiful.

[@MartysMindTicklers]

I am never disappointed when “traveling” with the two of you. Thank You🌹

[@joywhitley3141]

Stephanie, that tapestry coat is to die for! ❤Great channel.

[@KG-ui7ji]

Stephanie recomends the best books, I've just downloaded a Venetian affair. Really enjoying your travel vlogs. Thank you. 😊

[@kerrystevens9313]

Fabulous! Thank you.

[@basildavidson4597]

Very entertaining and informative vlog about a side to Venice I never knew about. Special shout out to photographers and editor for the amazing visuals.

[@carolesmith6620]

Wow what a place and that chandelier was amazing 🤩, very interesting history on the palace,wow I agree with you Stephanie that bed is to die for and Oliver wants hot chocolate 😂 loved it thank you both for sharing your trip with us to Venice beautiful 💕🌼🤗

[@nickijack365]

I always like each and every video! ❤❤ this new channel. Thank you!

[@erenareynolds6692]

What a wonderful video… upon Stephanie’s recommendation I just ordered Venetian Affair… I know Iam going to enjoy reading it… I love this channel … you and Ollie are a delight

[@hollykeller1545]

Beautiful and interesting 👏🏻❣️

[@phylliscalkins1607]

What a wonderful tour of the Villa with the explanation of how people lived (and played) back then. You are marvelous hosts, showing and explaining the meanings behind the paintings and all the different and amazing rooms. It's mesmerizing. You are so professional and enjoyable to listen to. Thank you for yet another wonderful channel to watch!!

[@susannahwhitaker994]

Again I just love every minute . Thankyou 🤗

[@normamurray4450]

Wow, that was fantastic....what beauty!

[@lindagage7315]

Unbelievably beautiful

[@lilkirsche]

You are so wholesome together. Loved this episode. So much fun diving into the life back then. And all the villas look glorious! What a beautiful area!!

[@wellnone9367]

Gorgeous, gorgeous chandeliers! Another wonderful insight into the life and times of those who could collect such beauty around them, and which we can now enjoy through the lens of you two good friends whose enthusiasm is catching, and whose knowledge is so expanding to the listener's mind. Thank you. HOPE you got that hot chocolate, plus a hot meal. Looking forward to the next one.

[@hepzib928]

Well done!

[@corinnegreen4765]

Absolutely wonderful xx loved that they all went to their villa on 13th June, which happens to be my birthday xx I may be from another era xx well I can dream 🥰I just love Venice xx 🥰

[@violahamilton782]

OMG - how much fun! So appreciate Stephanie's erudition, thanks very much!

[@shelleyjahnke]

Just superb, this makes my heart sing!! 🥰 Thank you so much Stephanie and Ollie for highlighting the extremely under-rated Veneto region. It really has so much to offer besides Venezia. People often come to Venice and fail to venture further afield, but there is so much more beauty and artistry to behold beyond the lagoon. Villa Widmann truly is stunning and one of my favourites of the Brenta Riviera, not only due to that fact that it's an exquisite gem that holds it's own amongst the big players like Villa Pisani, but also because the staff there are so lovely and welcoming. They really made a lasting impression on me. The cruises are tremendous, but it's also super fun in the off-season (Spring or Autumn when it's not scorching) to hire an e-bike in one of the villages and meander the countryside routes along which the villas are situated. This way you can create your own itinerary at your own pace and also enjoy some of the local osterie and trattorie as you go. p.s. I devoured that book not long after it was first published and, dare I say, it became a fixture on my nightstand whilst in pursuit of my dream to move to the Veneto..... ❤

[@jacquelynhollinger4006]

This has been such a wonderful tour. Thank you both for sharing this with us.

[@NatiHerron]

I loved this episode, now I must get the book!

[@johanrahan3189]

Thank you that was so wonderful You are looking so lean and fit Ollie xx

[@rosalindpirkl8740]

Love all the different and unique places your taking us to!

[@dianaelizabethbashford3797]

I loved this video. Thank you again Ollie and Steph. i can't wait to see glass blowing in Morano. i went there with my late parents when I visited Venice for the first time. It was so fascinating to watch and the things that they make are awe inspiring. X

[@lenoxlenox9447]

Loved the Venetian affair

[@debtheguest3109]

Enjoyed this so much! I love traveling with you both, so very interesting.

[@beciaaus2811]

This is by far my favourite vlog out of four now! You have so skilfully complement each other with sharing fantastic facts and observations, your storytelling is second to none! Bravo for this episode!❤️

[@MsGerryo]

Loving your travels, your friendship, humour and how you make everything so interesting and enjoyable. Thank you Oliver and Stephanie❤

[@annkraft7849]

Wow 🤩 wonderful 👏👏🥰👍thank you so much ❣️😎

[@coralwebb4245]

I absolutely love these travel vlogs, so friendly and informative. Good job guys 😃🐨

[@diannechapman5856]

Stephanie, your coat looks outstanding on the balcony with the green paintwork!

[@lawrencebaker2318]

I had never heard of the Brenta Riviera, the other Venice! So beautiful and so much fun! Thanks to you both!

[@veronicarunge2241]

So look forward to partaking in your next travels - incredibly fascinating and full of great titbits of information while being a feast for our eyes - thank you for sharing from Australia.

[@robynforman1978]

Thank you for another enjoyable video.

[@peterwhite9261]

What exuberance! Stunning.Thank you for the tour.❤

[@denisefazio6708]

As we say in America, you knocked it out of the park! Can't wait for the next one. Thank you both.