This lovely apartment really exceeded our expectations - it is bigger than it looks in the photos with a good sized internal hall area. The rooms are all large and the ceilings high. There is also a little balcony leading off the kitchen overlooking an internal courtyard.

The ikea/contemporary style furnishings contrasting with the beautiful old building was completely our style - loved it. Really comfortable big beds. Our children loved their twin room, which has been thoughtfully furnished with children in mind. They also enjoyed playing in the private downstairs entrance hall too.

Lying in bed in the morning hearing the boats in the canal outside was pretty special.

The location of the apartment is just great. We really appreciated that the surrounding area is nowhere near as busy or touristy as most of central Venice despite being within walking distance of it all. We could return home to our lovely square and watch the local children play football whilst having a spritz in the sun in the corner cafe - perfect!

Federico met us at the station, carried our heavy suitcase and showed us the back streets. He gave us lots of recommendations and tips on where to visit and where to eat. This particularly made our holiday - we felt in the know and it was very relaxing knowing that we were strolling towards the best pizzeria in Venice, visiting the little Island opposite St Marks square to get the best view and generally seeing the best bits and missing the crowds.

Thanks very much for your kind hospitality Federico and Cristina - we wouldn't hesitate to recommend the apartment and hope to visit again.

Helen, Simon, Mia and Dante

Hoping to come back here soon :)