I really enjoyed my trip to Venice this time, not least thanks to the great Andrea's apartment. It's very clean, spacious, with an interesting artistic twist. This is that rare case when reality is better than pictures. Andrea is a great host, very helpful and friendly. I was with my friend who took a double room, I stayed in a single. But the view from the bedrooms is equally fabulous (canal, old venetian buildings, boats). Evenings, after spending a whole day on Biennale of contemporary art, we sat in the bedroom exhausted but happy with windows open, not having energy to go out even for dinner. One time we took a pizza for take away from a pizzeria on the way home (v.g.), but most of the times we were just having prosecco and some antipasti from the local supermarket. The supermarket is very close, almost next door. And it's huge taking into account that we are in Venice. For those who would prefer to go out there are many nice restaurants in just 5 min walk. And you cannot see the hordes of crazy tourists there. Only locals and advanced tourists. The area looks very quiet and safe, it's a bit off the traditional touristic paths. Although in the morning there is some traffic of boats on the canal starting around 7:30am. So be prepared and close windows. The only slight minuses are that there's no a dishwasher, and a mattress is a bit firm for my taste. Nevertheless I would definitely would stay there next time I'm in Venice.