This is a charming and very comfortable little place and a wonderful base from which to explore the extraordinary city of Venice. Maria can’t do enough for you and is a superb host. We were there during the very high tides which temporarily flooded the city — she provided us with wellies and advised us to get in plenty of food the day before the high tide as all the stores would be shut. The area of Dorsoduro is quite local and authentic, not too touristy. We couldn’t recommend Maria’s place highly enough.