Adriana met us at the boat stop near her house and greeted us, she showed us the neighborhood and her lovely home. The home is very cozy with a balcony to sit outside and enjoy the view of the canal and to enjoy drinks. You truly get the Venice experience staying here, it is not an overcrowded area and you are still close enough, walking distance to the main attractions. Adriana is a warm and friendly lady that made sure we were comfortable, she answered all the questions we had and knows Venice very well as she is Venetian. A wonderful stay.