It would be hard to imagine a better place in all of Venice to stay than Francesca's apartment. Step outside the door and the tiny Campo Boldo seems like it is your own private square. Her neighborhood combines all of the best that Venice has to offer: lovely canalside views, wonderful neighborhood restaurants, a picturesque church, and a park full of laughing children and their parents.

Francesca and her family spared no expense in refurbishing the apartment. Everything seems brand new and is in perfect working order. The upstairs bedroom is particularly appealing as you can see the old beams that must go back several hundred years. The shower is spacious and the hot water is plentiful. There is even an outdoor, private garden where one can enjoy a picnic with picture postcard views of the colorful neighborhood homes. There is even a nearby supermarket where one can buy whatever food is needed. Gelato stands, cheese and bakeries are located a short distance away. I have stayed in Venice before but no experience was anything like living in this area in this home with such gracious hosts. Try it and you will see exactly what I am writing about.