I stayed at the Erbe Canal house with friends while visiting the Art Biennale. the house is tucked behind a peaceful square and directly on the canal, with steps next to the front door that lead directly into the water. Although there were three of us, we all had our own private space and especially enjoyed dinners and breakfast in the kitchen, watching boats drift by outside the windows. I would definitely stay in the Erbe House again and highly recommend it for all travellers to Venice,