Francesca was extremely welcoming: even before we arrived she provided us with really helpful information about where to park our car outside Venice. When we arrived she met us at the train station and walked us to the apartment. She had thoughtfully prepared lots of useful information about things to see/do and places to eat out, and she provided us with a useful map of the city. She even gave us a large bowl of fresh fruit to welcome us to the apartment - which was much appreciated on a hot August day in Venice!

The apartment was absolutely immaculate: everything seemed brand new and untouched, and of a very high quality (e.g. the luxuriant towels!). The shower was powerful, the beds comfortable and (importantly for a summer stay) the two air conditioning units were effective. It was great to have somewhere cool to come back to after sight-seeing. The kitchen was also very well equipped, with brand new appliances and dishes etc - we enjoyed cooking there with fresh produce from the shops nearby.

The rooms were tastefully furnished and spacious. The view from the main bedroom onto the canal was delightful.

The local area was a perfect base for exploring Venice: from the street right in front of the apartment, with trendy bars and attractive restaurants, to the quiet backstreets and the local church nearby with its art treasures. After getting crushed in the summer crowds near the Rialto and San Marco it was always great to come back to the peaceful squares and canals of Cannaregio.

In sum, we had a really great stay and would love to stay again. We recommend Francesca's apartment wholeheartedly: you won't be disappointed if you choose to make it your home in Venice.