Alessandra and her nephew Raoul were super friendly and helpful for our time in Venice. The apartment is large and roomy and newly renovated. It was spotless when we arrived and we spent 8 nights total. Since the apartment has so much available we spent some time there. There is two televisions, a kitchen, espresso machine, fridge, freezer etc. But most our time at the apartment was spent outside in the lovely courtyard sipping wine and listening to the bells. The grocery stores are nearby and I have to recommend going and buying food and drinks and relaxing at the apartment during the busy hours of Venice then going out later when the crowds have shrunken some. Longer stays in Venice are much better than short ones in my opinion and Alessandras apartment made it very comfortable to stay 8 nights. Halfway through our stay Raoul brought us fresh towels and took our waste and recycle away. Raoul was super helpful and pleasant. If it ever works out again I would love to stay here a second time.
The apartment is about a 5-8 minute walk to the buses and train station. It's near cheap bars and chichetti places, a beautiful square, church, an excellent cafe for coffee and croissants in the morning. It was very quiet almost all of the time, there were two cats that didn't quite warm up to us in the courtyard outside but one did finally let me give it some pets.
My only issue was I did not like the bed. My wife didn't mind but I am very picky with beds and it wasn't as comfortable as I had hoped but it in no way ruined the experience and would t prevent me from picking this place again. Just be aware it's an older mattress and doesn't have a topper. The pillows were comfortable though!
Great great place, loved it and highly recommend. Nicest Airbnb I've stayed at so far.