Fabiola's apartment was exactly what I was looking for for a surprise trip to Venice in early August for my girlfriend. The place is perfectly situated just after the touristy area yet is within easy walking distance of everything. There are also a number of supermarkets nearby meaning you can buy food there and enjoy a meal in the beautiful apartment. The apartment is located on the first floor of a traditional building, with large windows overlooking the surrounding gardens.

We met Ricardo (Fabiola's friend who greets guests when she is not there) and Fabiola who were both lovely and took the time to explain the apartment and area, and also recommended good restaurants in Venice.

Before returning to the apartment in the evenings, we would always stop at the wine bar/restaurant (La Mascareta) just round the corner (which seemed to always be open, certainly until 01:30am at weekend) and enjoy a prosecco or two.

Overall, highly recommended!!