Paolo and Riccardo are gracious hosts. The location of the apartment was perfect—close to the main attractions but out of the busy hustle. The views were amazing (a secret garden on one side, a canal on the other) and the atmosphere authentic to Venice. The kitchen is well stocked and there's a grocery store very close when you're tired of pasta and seafood:)! And do try to go to Riccardo's cousin's restaurant on Murano which was one of the best lunches we had in Italy. One thing: if you're wanting to sleep in, the canal was a bit loud early mornings as the ambulance boats start up (a hospital is just across the way), but this actually can be a good thing as it's good to get up early to see the sights before all the other tourists do! All in all a great place to stay in Venice!