I would highly recommend staying at Mattia's place. Monica is wonderful and provided helpful hints about traveling to Venice. The bus is a 10-15 minute ride to Venice and it is 1/2 block away to the bus stop. The apartment is beautiful and with two balconies, the lovely breeze on the balcony was a dream. They provided towels, shampoo and Monica provided the first night dinner with pasta, sauce and wine. I would highly recommend a stay at this home when you are visiting Venice.