Francesca's apartment was truly fantastic. The space is beautiful and the roof deck had spectacular views of Venice. The apartment is centrally located, so you're just a short walk to the Rialto and San Marco, and not that far away from everything else.
We were five in total, a couple, two friends, and a 5-year-old, and we fit perfectly in the apartment. The pullout couch was surprisingly comfortable. Having two toilet rooms and a separate shower was great for getting ready in the morning.
Francesca couldn't have been a more gracious host. Before the trip, she arranged dining reservations and suggested things to do and see. We had mini-medical emergency where we had to find antibiotics for our son, and she was very responsive with telling us where to go.
Honestly, if her apartment is available, just book it.