We absolutely LOVED Paolo's apartment - which is a hidden gem in a beautiful, historically interesting and peaceful part of town close to public transport. The apartment is large and the rooms are spacious, well decorated and immaculately clean. The bathroom is spacious and well equipped with a great shower. In the kitchen is everything you need, and the living room is large with a great, comfy sofa to lounge on and a nice dining area. Paulo and Simone left us a bottle of fizz too, which was fab! Simone met us off the boat and explained all the local attractions and recommended us some nice restaurants. If I ever come back to Venice, I would not stay anywhere else but here - if the family would let me, of course. You are living among local people and businesses, away from the tourists yet there is a thriving nightlife with popular bars and restaurants nearby if you want that also. It's also a very secure apartment and we felt safe there. We were sad to leave it as it was so peaceful and relaxing. Oh, and the bedrooms are massive with lovely, comfy beds, and the air con was brilliant. The best airbnb I have stayed in yet.