Adriano was a fantastic host - he gave us quick directions from the airport, met us at the vaporetto stop and took us to his flat that was two minutes away. The room was large and comfortable and the en suite bathroom sparkling clean (it looked new). There was access to the kitchen and we were made to feel very welcome.
The neighbourhood is great - away from the tourists and Adriano had great tips on where to get coffee, meals and the like. Venice proper was only a stop or two away on the vaporetto.
We were there to see the Biennale and had a lot to take in each day- subsequently we didn't run into each other often. When we did Adriano was charming and chatty but also leaving us be if we wanted - perfect. We would return - absolutely.