From the moment gracious host Roberto met us on the Guglie Bridge, we were in love with Venice, and the family history of the apartment (it was his grandparents') in Canareggio added local flavor and a positive vibe that a hotel room cannot provide. From its windows, one can savor the sights, sounds and smells of Venice. Convenient to everything, whether on foot or by water, and an oasis to return to after mingling in crowded venues. Our first day home, we already missed the 1930s coffee roaster a few doors down, Torrefazione Marchi. Would like to start every day there (don't miss their cappuccino!) and would stay at Roberto's for that ability alone. We appreciated being able to cook (fresh pasta available down the street) and do laundry. Bed comfortable. Air works great. Wifi fine in a pinch, and every restaurant had it free so doesn't matter. Our four nights could easily have extended into more without tiring of our Venice explorations from this lovely home base.