We are a U.S. couple in our late 60s enjoying the early years of our retirement. Budgeting is always an important part of our planning strategy, so Airbnbs are often a good alternative for us. Anna’s Venice apartment fits the bill well in an area that is usually a very expensive place to stay. It’s quiet and just far enough off the beaten track to be away from the crush of tourist traffic, but still close to good restaurants, groceries, bakeries and other necessities of tourist life. And, if you’re in the mood, it’s only about a half hour walk to St. Mark’s.
The apartment is very clean. It has a kitchen with a four burner gas range, fridge, sink, dishes, pots and pans, and most everything needed to fix a quick breakfast or cook a full dinner. Our only wish was that there was a microwave oven, which we would have gladly traded for the toaster oven provided. The king bed is comfortable, the shower and bathroom facilities accommodating, and there is plenty of storage for suitcases, backpacks and the like. There are three flights of stairs to negotiate to get to her room so lugging your suitcases up and down can be challenging, but it should be nothing an intrepid Airbnb traveler can’t manage.