This was a relatively last minute trip that we booked and this apartment did not disappoint! We were greeted by the host’s English-speaking friend, Margherita, who talked us through everything and welcomed us to the city. The hosts have compiled really useful tips and background information in a folder ready for your visit as a tourist; a really lovely touch, because who knows the city better than the locals? The apartment is about 15-20 mins from the island via bus routes which do run late into the night. The space is large, well lit and cool with AC (we visited in early September, we were very grateful for this feature). The surrounding neighbourhood of Marghera has a friendly, family feel to it, multicultural and a weekend market, with several pubs and cafés nearby. We didn’t have any issues settling in and there were only two of us. The apartment is perfect for families, couples and friends alike, and getting away from the hustle and bustle of touristic Venice can be a bonus if you need somewhere to reset each day :) As a travelling vegetarian and vegan we were both very comfortable with a local Lidl and self-catering kitchen (Venice isn’t renowned for its vegan/vegetarian cuisine of course, so this was a very important factor for us, made easy by the location and facilities). Overall very satisfied and happy to recommend to everyone :) thanks again Giuliano, Silvia and Margherita!