My experience in Venice was so outstanding! The 3 main aspects: 1.The neighborhood: I´d highly recommend the sestiere Dorsoduro to anyone who´s a bit allergic to crowds and hypertourism; you really can trick your mind into thinking you live in Venice and have the most idyllic life -while being within a short walk to everywhere (there´s even a vaporetto stop (Ca Rezzonico) 5 minutes from the apartment for whenever your legs start complaining). 2. Anna, the host, whom I didn't meet personally: after my reservation was confirmed, she learned she had to be out of the city for work during my stay but she made me feel absolutely welcomed to her place and I was truly moved by the trust in humankind that openness implies... it's quite true to the original spirit of airbnb. She organized everything for a friend of hers to be there on time to help me settle in. Communication was always super easy. 3. The apartment: very personal eclectic decorative style that yet feels adult and non-invasive; everything was sparkling clean and in good condition, and the bed in the bedroom I had was huge and super good quality. I would recommend this place/experience as gift to anyone I care about.