We had the most fabulous time in Venice. It was my third visit and a surprise for my boyfriends birthday. Sara & Giovanni had been most communicative from the very moment I made the booking. I asked plenty of questions and was greeted very promptly and efficiently and in detail. Most fabulous itineraries and places to eat away from the tourist trail were provided by Sara. This I especially loved as I always find as a tourist being directed to those awful establishments which is so NOT what I look for. Sara's recommended itineraries day by day were spot on.
We were greeted by Sara's mother. Lovely lady who didn't speak much English but we got by happily. Their apartment and two rooms are described accurately. There are plenty of steps up to the apartment, 90 to be exact, but that didn't phase us (great exercise and we walked everywhere too). We loved our room with fabulous views over the city and a lovely loft feel and was nicely warm with good radiators. The kitchen had everything you could need. What was different to the way I normally book, is that this time, I opted to share an apartment for financial reasons. The other occupants were English/South American and very nice, caring and considerate which overcame that concern of mine. It was odd to share a bathroom with strangers but actually it was all fine and it seemed to work in that no one was left waiting for the bathroom at any time and the final day we had the apartment to ourselves which Sara informed us of. Thank you Sara.
We are in our early 50's and I would say that the apartment is more suited to younger people who are happy to share and are on a budget but equally for those with a sense of adventure and are happy to meet others as we are.
My only complaint, and really it was a matter of personal opinion, was that our bed was way too soft because it had two mattresses on making it slippy (as was covered in plastic) and so we opted to take it off and then it was much firmer so that I didn't roll into my heavier boyfriend (haha) It is a futon style bed, similar to my own at home.
Totally recommend this apartment and hosts for excellent location, charming characteristic apartment and views that is totally affordable Venice.
Thank you Sara & Giovanni :)