What a great place to stay! Paolo couldn't have been more helpful. This is the old family home that he grew up in and it is a most beautiful old style venetian house with marble floors, large airy bedrooms, two lounges and a well fitted kitchen. I am a coeliac and needed to cook whilst there and was delighted that all his pots and pans were stainless steel rather than cheap non-stick stuff (which can harbour gluten). Murano itself is a perfect place to explore Venice from. It is very unspoilt and has its own canals and beautiful buildings. A river bus takes you to Venice in less than a half hour as well as to and from the Airport in the same time (Airport trip cost €9 June 2016). My wife was in heaven as Murano is filled with glass works, shops and museums. My wife, 14 year old daughter and myself hugely enjoyed our stay in Venice and look forward to returning some day.