Magical experience in Venice! Edouard's huge palazzo had provided our group of seven members of varoius ages, the comfort, accessibility and the most wonderful authentic Venetian experience altogether! It's central location makes the palazzo very accessible being near the Rialto. Obviously, this bridge is the point of reference when navigating your way around Venice so it is truly special that the palazzo is only a few minutes away from here. Moreover, since we took water taxis on arrival and departure, the pick up point is just a few seconds away making this location the most convenient! The palazzo has spectacular views of the canal. It was an absolute delight to see gondolas or hear a gondolier singing beautifully as they glide majestically on the canals outside. The most favorite part of the palazzo for our group is the balcony where we all converge at the end of the day. From here, we watch and experience this unique Venetian characteristic while sipping our home made "Spritz" and aperitivos during dusk to early evening before dinnertime. The palazzo's well equipped kitchen had provided our personal cook everything she needed in preparing our home cooked meals. We had tremendously enjoyed breakfasts and dinners at the massive dining area. A grocery is nearby where our personal cook had gotten all that she needed in preparing our meals.The palazzo's ample size had provided each and everyone in our group comfortable bedrooms. It was summertime when we visited and it can get warm during the day but electric fans were provided in the bedrooms. The windows around the palazzo allows for a cool breeze to blow in and out to cool the whole space which was really a pleasant feeling. The toilets and bathrooms are functioning well and towels were well provided too. The neighborhood is very quiet at all times. The neighbors whom we ran into at the entrance and at the stairway were always cordial to us, greeting us with a smile each time. Special mention to Antonio, the host's coordinator who had been a tremendous help and a great source of information. He had met us at the train station and had also booked a private water taxi for us upon request. He had made our arrival very smooth and most welcoming. Since personally, in the past, we visit Venice every year and had always had stayed at the best hotels, I admit, staying at Edouard's palazzo is indeed my favorite and will be the most memorable. It had given us a unique experience which is truly Venetian! Unforgettable!