This place was a good value for the price. Like another reviewer mentionee, the check-in process was a slightly frustrating experience. There was minimal response, somewhat unhelpful replies to questions via messages, and late arrival by the individual tasked with it. I can say, however, that the next day we met the owner's daughter and she more than made up for it. She was very friendly, helpful, and provided us with a map and very thorough suggestions for our stay in Venice. She was great and overall, we had a good experience. The place was spacious and filled our needs nicely. The only problem I recommend they fix is that there is NO fan in a home with no air conditioner. There appeared to have been a fan once but it was dead when we arrived.
The patio area was not mentioned during check in and it was not clear to me how to get to it or whether its use was allowed.