This was an excellent surprise. It was as we had hoped, in fact, better. We have already recommended it to family and friends. Yes it is true - the rooms are on the third floor which you need to walk up stairs too. But this is normal for Europe! And Fabio the host even carried my bags for me! And yes, the room we stayed in had a toilet that was in a tight space. But if you are regular sized - it was fine and honestly...how much do you hang out in your room in Venice after all! No big deal. It really was a fabulous place, great location and neighbourhood with an excellent, communicative and welcoming host.