There is no better place to stay in Venice! Francesca met us at the boat dock and even helped cary our bags to her lovely home which overlooks one of the small canals and bridges in Venice. She then answered all our questions about the city and provided us excellent recommendations on local restaurants. After two days of wandering the tiny nooks and alley ways of this amazing city, I wanted nothing more than to spend our final morning just lounging in Francesca's lovely home. And really, there was no reason to go anywhere else. The patio is open and airy, the kitchen is modern. We made a nice breakfast with supplies purchased at a near by market. I can't wait to go back with friends.