Barbara was a fantastic host; she greeted us upon arrival and gave us useful tips and information about the area and the best places to eat and shop. The apartment is very welcoming and clean and we felt immediately at home there. Barbara ensured that we had everything we needed for our 6 month old baby, including a mixer. Barbara was on hand to answer any questions and provide 'high water' updates throughout our November stay. This is a fantastic location; Cannaregio has an authentic local vibe, and provides a very welcome retreat from the crowds around Plaza San Marco, while it's still only about 20 minutes walk to all the main sites. We couldn't rate Barbara and her beautiful home highly enough. We had a fabulous stay in Cannaregio and would happily return, we might just wait next time til the flooding subsides.