We were a bit nervous as it was our first airbnb booking, but had a really wonderful stay.

Apartment was beautiful. The location was off the main track, but we agreed this turned out to be a positive for us.
Our host was very responsive with recommendations, and his mother-in-law lives nearby for any emergency logistics.
Favorite: We were able to pull right up in our water taxi to the terrace on the canal to meet our host and "check in" - this somehow created a nice venice feeling from the beginning.