This is a fabulous place to stay. Everything was excellent, from the wonderfully stylish, luxurious, well-equipped, peaceful interior (no noise! Hooray!) to the super-comfy beds, the lively and untouristy down-to-earth neighbourhood with its fantastic local cafes and shops (the friendly little cafe round the corner was a particular treat, with amazing cappucinos, and the gelato at Il Doge in the Campo Santa Margarita was to die for) and the extremely prompt and responsive communication with our hosts. The terrace was great for relaxing and gazing at the sunset over the roofs of Venice, and it was very easy to get to anywhere we wanted on foot or on the nearby vaporetto. We loved browsing all the art books (when we could tear ourselves away from the Biennale) and the CD collection, too, and Gerard's generous range of insider tips and recommendations. I just wish we had booked for longer. A brilliant stay! Thank you so much, Lilia and Gerard.