I stayed in Paolo's apartment for approximately 1 week while in town for research. The apartment was very conveniently located to the train station and a vaporetto stop, and close to a grocery store and a number of good restaurants (Paolo provides a handy booklet with all sorts of directions and recommendations). The apartment was in a relatively quiet area of the city and it came to feel like a sanctuary after a long chilly day of research and touring. It was away from large tourist crowds, but felt very safe and convenient. The bathroom was large (I loved the extra counter space), the kitchen was well-equipped and useful, the dining area became a focal point (for meals, work, and socializing), and I slept very well in the comfortable bedroom (the bed was large and the full length mirror was a much-appreciated touch). A fellow grad student joined me for a few nights and the pull out bed was not quite as comfortable, but it worked out fine and we still had plenty of space. We had a little trouble with the heat at first (very chilly at the beginning of December '17!), but Paolo was responsive and the issue was easily corrected. I became quite comfortable at Paolo's apartment, and was sad to leave Venice- I would gladly stay here again!