Francesca & her family are charming and were very keen to ensure that we enjoyed our stay in their beautiful apartment. The area of San Polo is a residential neighbourhood away from the main tourist areas but at the same time extremely convenient for Basilica di San Marco, The Doges Palace & the Accademia either on foot or by water. Francesca's mother recommended a local restaurant, Alla Zucca where the food was absolutely delicious - we ate there on the first and last night of our stay. The super market, bakery and green grocer are all within 5 minutes walk of the apartment. We would definitely return to stay here when returning to Venice.