A fabulous apartment in Santa Croce district of Venice away from the throngs of tourists. Tucked away at the end of a very quiet street with views onto a little canal yet only a very short distance from the Grand Canal. This apartment was spotlessly clean (I am very fussy!) and also had a lovely little terrace to sit out on. There was plenty of boat traffic in the day time to make for a vibrant ever changing view from the sitting room but it was very quiet in the evening. Just a couple of mins walk to lovely restaurants/ice cream shop and a handy supermarket and about 15 mins walk from the hustle and bustle of St Mark's Square- we were so glad to be in the peace and quiet of this area. There is a kingsize bedroom and two singles which the children loved. Plus 2 bathrooms are very handy for a family. I searched airbnb for hours whilst planning our Venice short break- and I honestly think that this must be one of the nicest apartments in a great location. Paolo is a lovely and kind host- he was very quick in replying and also kindly booking a restaurant for us plus our water taxi back to the airport directly from the apartment steps was very handy. So, save yourself some time trawling the hundreds of apartments in Venice and book Paolo's apartment and you will not be disappointed. We will be coming back next year and we have already given the apartment details to our parents. Many thanks again Paolo.