I’ll start with the positives - Giacomo, the host, is a genuinely thoughtful and extremely helpful host. He makes it his personal mission for his guests to get the most out of their stay in Venice. Nothing is too much trouble.
Secondly, the location of the apartment is incredible - it’s away from the hustle and bustle of St Marks Square and the Grand Canal but is still lively with plenty of amazing bars and restaurants right on the doorstep.
Thirdly, the apartment itself is located in an old palazzo and the main rooms are huge, as is the bed, which is always a plus!
On the downside, the kitchen and bathroom could do with a refresh but that is evident from the photos. There were no nasty surprises. The photos accurately reflect the condition of the property.
On the whole, our stay exceeded our expectations. If you’re after an authentic Venetian experience, you won’t go far wrong here.