I had never traveled to Venice before, but I had the opportunity to visit because of a conference attached to the Biennale. I was set on staying in San Marco, but a friend told me that if I stayed a few stops away on the public water transportation that I would see more of Venice, and I did! I am really happy that I stayed in Giudecca; this particular neighborhood (for the four night I was there) was quiet, very relaxed, and everyone was really helpful and friendly. Not that you won't get this in San Marco, but the feeling of watching people take their children to school and stop for coffee before work while having my croissant and cappuccino was great. As a woman traveling alone, and returning most nights after 10pm, I felt safe on my short walk from the boat stop.
The host is very forthcoming and helpful. Not only did they retrieve me from the dock/boat stop, they gave me a really nice step by step rundown of the home, the expectations, and the details of the area. At one point I needed to know something about the apartment, and they came right over after I messaged them, even if just for five minutes.
The apartment is two stories, there are two bedrooms upstairs, one with a king-sized bed and another with a twin bed. I didn't need the extra room, but I had work colleagues that were more apprehensive about traveling/walking at night and having the extra space, just in case, was a relief, even though no one but me stayed there. The apartment is beautifully decorated, it isn't just an additional property, but another family space that the host is sharing. The bed is VERY comfortable, if you need a firm mattress that feels great, this is the place that has it. Everything was super clean and the host expects to find the apartment the way it was when you arrived and I don't blame them.
I had a wonderful time! For the space, the location, and the hosting that you receive, the price is generous.