Fulvia's apartment was a perfect home for an amazing stay in Venice in October 2016 for our family of 4. The neighborhood is out of the way of the tourists' paths, yet the views of the canal and the occasional boat trolling by gave an distinctive feel to the stay. Perched a couple of floors up from the canal, it was the perfect mix of being a 5 minute walk from anything you may need (pharmacy, vaporetto stop, butcher, and fill your own bottle of wine shop), and beautifully quiet. I loved sipping coffee and watching the boats go by. My 13 year old son enjoyed setting up his camera in the window sill to take a time lapse photo series of ponte de tri archi at dusk.
We did a little research before arriving, but by no means had decided all that we wanted to experience. We were pleased to find a large map, 2 copies of Rick Steves' guidebooks, umbrellas, and fast WiFi to help us hone in on a plan for the day. The kitchen is well stocked with equipment, and homemade treats fresh from Fulvia's kitchen across the hall. Our sons, 13 and 9, were comfortable in the room they shared with a privacy wall. It could work for many families.
Fulvia's warm hospitality was present from the first email, to the last "Caio!" Honestly, she should be the host all aspire to emulate. She had great advice, and I loved receiving her text messages with a hyperlink to an exhibit of interest. Fulvia is a great baker. Of the 3 bakeries we visited in Venice, I left thinking-- perhaps as many Italians do-- "this isn't like what comes from the oven at home."