Nikita and his apartment were simply AWESOME! This was the first time my husband and I have used AirBnB and it was a great experience. The location in Venice can not be topped. You walk out of the apartment, down a flight of stairs, open the gate/door and are immediately on one of the quaintest, most pleasantly busy streets in Venice. You can see and hear San Marco's church bells ringing from the room, which I absolutely loved. Plenty of great restaurants a stones throw from the window (literally). San Marco's square and the museums are just around the corner. It was just amazing. Nikita was a GREAT host. He speaks perfect english, very kindly helped us get our luggage up the stairs, and gave us a map with details about where to go and what to see in Venice. He even gave us tips on how to get into museums faster. When we needed anything, we simply knocked on his door--he lives in a unit under the room. I really can't imagine having a better host. There are 2 locks on the apartment door, and a lock on the gate downstairs, so we felt very safe. The apartment itself was very comfortable and clean. If you're very tall, you may have some trouble, as this is a converted attic space-- its gorgeous, but the ceiling is made up of angled wooden beams. There are also quite a few stairs, so if you have a bad knee, just be aware. I have a bad knee, hah, and it was still worth it. Nikita gives you a key to the gate and apartment, so theres no need to let him know when you're coming and going. You get max independence when you want it, but he's always there if you need him. I whole-heartedly recommend staying here.