If you're looking for a simple, welcoming guesthouse, this is a great choice. Maria Chiara is very friendly and her English is excellent (as opposed to my poor Italian). General notes: there can be noise on the street outside during busier night-time hours, so I would recommend earplugs if you are sensitive. Visitors during periods of aqua alta should also bring their boots, as Dorsoduro is prone to flooded areas (I had above-ankle boots, which were adequate).