We really enjoyed our week's stay in Franco's apartment in Giudecca Zitelle. It has everything we wanted from the accommodation:
1. It's close to the city center (5 min. vaporetto ride to San Marco to Dorsoroduro) which gives you an opportunity to get to the main city sights fast and yet, it's still far from the touristy, loud areas. Hence, it manages to stay tranquil at night when you need to get some rest to prepare yourself for the next day.
Since it was less populated with travelers, we felt like we got a rare chance to see and feel more of a local, authentic side of Venice.
2. The owner, Franco, while communicating with us online only, gave us thorough information on how to get to and check in to the flat. With that information, our arrival was a cinch thanks to him.
3. The apartment itself was well furnished and had all we needed, down to the cutlery. It also has a great AC(which is usually absent in Italian lodges). Electricity, water, and internet worked smoothly without any problems.
Overall, we had a great holiday in Venice and this apartment was pretty much the central reason for it. Thank you, Franco.