Nicola's place was a really nice stay. We loved the location because it was nearby a beautiful and quiet square that had amazing food and gelato. Nicola was very helpful with directions when we arrived in the city and couldn't find the place (Google maps with Venice doesn't always work). The apartment was clean and exactly what the pictures looked like, with a window over a canal where boats would pass by. We only really used it to sleep and shower so not sure about the cooking situation.