Mauro's place is beautiful and in an incredible location. If you are visiting for the Biennale it is a brilliant place to stay. The place is exactly as described and Mauro is generous with his recommendations for enjoying Venice. Please note you will be expected to pay a tourist tax on top of your booking at check-in (which isn't communicated as clearly as it should be) and while we stayed there was construction taking place directly above the bedroom. It was impossible to sleep from about 7.30am onwards. Not the hosts fault, but it might be worth checking to see if this has finished before you book.