I had a wonderful stay at Paola's place. Paola met me at the Rialto Bridge and showed me the way to her apartment, pointing at various landmarks to help me find my way around the alleys in Venice. It's easy to get lost here so the tips really came in handy. Paola was very friendly and warm! The apartment is small but perfect for a solo traveler and the location was great. It was just a short walk to the Rialto or San Marco from the flat. Overall it's a great place for travelers on a budget who want to stay in central Venice.