Francesca and Cristian's apartment was everything we hoped it would be and more. Four of us stayed there comfortably for close to a week. It was clean, quiet, and had everything we needed. Cristian is charming; he met us at the vaporetto and gave us a great introduction to the flat and the neighborhood.

The view onto to the adjacent canal was profoundly calming. The neighborhood is wonderful: Adjacent to the Arsenale was perfect for our Bienalle visits and hopping on the vaporetto. It is also an easy walk to St. Marks without having to live in the press of the tourists there. There is a small store with cheese, wine, fruit, and other essentials is just a minute away and there is a full supermarket 5 minutes or so away. On the way there you feel like you are wandering among the real Venice.

We will definitely try to stay here again on our next trip!