We just returned from our stay at Ernesto’s delightful place in Canareggio and can not recommend it highly enough. Ernesto is a wonderful host, who communicated with us promptly upon booking and also sent updates, maps, and advice in advance of our of our arrival in Venice. He checked us in personally and advised us on the local area, the apartment facilities, services, security; and he also kindly provided lovely welcome goodies, including Prosecco, milk, fruit, cakes, water, ice cream, tea, coffee, jam, butter and bread! The apartment was even better than expected; bright, light, airy, spacious and very clean. There was also airconditioning (a huge bonus in the August heat) and all of the home comforts that Venice hotels do not generally offer: a washing machine, flat screen tv, cooker/oven, coffee maker, toaster, kettle and fridge.
Canareggio is a Venetian gem, quieter than much of the rest of Venice; we enjoyed exploring the district and finding lovely hidden spots on the Canareggio Canal. The apartment is also close to the Rialto Bridge and Grande Canal, as well as Ferrovia, with links to the Lido and St Marco, etc.
I stayed for a week with my teenage daughter and we felt very safe in the apartment and area. I would not hesitate to recommend Ernesto as a host and the apartment as a lovely, great value place to stay. We hope to return soon!