Our stay with Allegra was pleasent, although she had put some restrictions on this and that. She is generally busy, so expect to get much privacy and be on your on while staying with her. She had arranged for welcoming us, prepared breakfast and manual book for staying in mestre, thank you Alle! The local bus can be quite confusing, especially if you're first time in the area. Ask around to get it right. There are direct buses going to venice though, very convinient.