Just returned from an excellent 3 night stay - if you are looking for accommodation in Venice do not look any further than Monica and Gianni's B&B.

The location is fantastic - within 5 minutes of St Mark's Square, away from the crowds, within easy reach of all the major sights and districts, and a very pleasant area in its own right.

We were met and warmly welcomed by Gianni and Ivan on arrival. They could not have been more helpful - helping us to get our bearings, recommending restaurants, and advising about the Aqua Alta. Nothing was too much trouble.

The apartment is very stylish and spotlessly clean (daily cleaning of 2 hours!) and comprises a beautiful communal sitting room with windows out onto a canal, communal kitchen in which you are encouraged to help yourself to breakfast, and 3 ensuite bedrooms (all with locks).

We were in Room 2 which was great. Beautiful antique bed head with brand new and very comfortable mattress, good linens, and squeaky clean ensuite.

Overall we couldn't fault our experience, and great value too.