Fran is a great guy and his place is perfect for visiting Venice. He will meet you right outside the train or bus station and walk you to the house which only takes a couple of minutes. The house is not centrally located, but once you drop your luggage it's fun walking to Rialto, St Marks, etc. The kitchen is fully equipped to prepare your own meals. Washer and dryer, which Fran happily operated for us. Fran gave us plenty of helpful tips. I would definitely stay there again.