We met Paola as arranged; she came to meet us at the Rialto Mercato water-bus stop, together with her mum and her sister - all three were cheerful, enthusiastic and most welcoming. The apartment, up a spotless, narrow stone staircase, is lovely and very well equipped. We were instructed as to how everything worked and reassured as to how to get about in Venice. The bed was very comfortable and we really enjoyed our three nights. The location suited us down to the ground - the Rialto Bridge is about as central as anyone could wish and we walked everywhere. We loved our visit to Venice; our first - Paola was our first Airbnb host and has truly hooked us in. We enthusiastically recommend both Venice, Airbnb - and, especially, Paola.