Alessandro is definitely a super host. He met us when we arrived and was very helpful in explaining the features of the apartment. He was also very responsive when we had questions during our stay. The apartment was clean, nicely decorated and well equipped with several extra touches that made it very welcoming. The terrace was a definite plus and quite private. The Giudecca is a marvelous location-quiet, but with all the amenities including grocery stores, a fruit and vegetable seller, bakeries and a selection of very good restaurants. It is easy to get to the main island as it’s served by two vaporetto lines.