Alessandro's home is beautiful, and was a perfect fit for me and my four friends. It's very centrally located, which meant that anywhere in Venice was a short walk away. The apartment is very well-appointed, and I couldn't help but feel *cooler* just being there.

As a host, Alessandro was kind, responsive, and generous. He even agreed to store our bags in his shop after we checked out so that we wouldn't have to carry them around Venice all day, and taking us all out for coffee and very charming conversation about Venice's history and its present.

If ever I'm back in Venice, I will be sure to look Alessandro up and recommend his place without qualification.