What a perfect finish to my trip to Italy! Francesca's home was welcoming and the canal room charming and spacious. Her home was clean and the bed was very comfortable. I was content just to linger, listening to the canal outside my window or enjoying her lovely little garden despite a bit of rainy weather. I felt I had my privacy but also access to a gracious hostess who offered suggestions whenever needed. Though the home is not on the main part of Venice, I actually preferred being away from the crowd. The vaporetto is very convenient and I had no trouble getting anywhere I wanted to around Venice. Having stayed in several locations on my trip to Italy, this was by far the nicest and most hospitable. I hope to one day return to Venice to explore further and wouldn't hesitate to stay with the lovely Francesca again. Highly recommended.