Paola was a very generous host and we managed to work around our language barrier with ease. Her home is just as lovely as in the photos! The amount of tourist traffic in Venice can be overwhelming, so it was great to stay in a real neighborhood with real Venetians and escape from the masses. There are lots of charming little neighborhood restaurants & cafes between her flat and the walk to the main tourist attractions along the central canal. I highly recommend this location and would love to visit again. Tip: Make sure your phone GPS works. I never quite remembered my route to and from the flat through the winding streets and canalways. I felt safe wandering and getting lost alone an night, however. I always encountered lots of other visitors wandering with maps!