This was my third trip to Venice and my most enjoyable because with a week in Guidecca we were able to sample a taste of Venitian life beyond the crazy tourist frenzy. Guidecca is so much nicer than the chaos of Venice island and Catherine's apartment is ideally located here on a quiet canal that is only a short walk from the Stucky or Palanca vaporetta stops so you can whip into St Marco for dinner after the crowds are back on their buses. The dining options on Guidecca are many - simple food but fabulous views of Venice's landmarks from the fondamente. After a few days here, you feel part of the daily neighbourhood life.
Catherine's apartment was ideal for our week long visit with an extremely well equipped, modern kitchen and comfortable bed. The Wifi works well in the bedrooms where there are desks if you need to work as we did. Venice is hot in the summer and while there was a fault with the air con, once sorted, it cooled the whole apartment. The natural ventilation also flows through, catching the sea breeze. I highly recommend Catherine's stylish apartment if you are lucky enough to stay in Venice for longer than a couple of nights.