Michela was the absolutely perfect host, and Ca' dei Canali was truly excellent. We stayed for a month and could not have imagined better accommodations. Michela was prompt in responding to every email, and had thought of everything in the apartment. She is the ideal host who is happy to help in any way, but also willing to let you enjoy your holiday on your own if you prefer. The space is decorated beautifully, is immaculately clean, and is set up to make a vacation zero effort. A typical long vacation has a few headaches and hassles, but we had exactly none in Michela's apartment. The location is unbeatable. The kitchen has everything you could need to cook elaborate meals that take full advantage of the great fish, meats and produce markets nearby. We even found the little loft a nice place to take a nap now and then. The bathroom is in great condition and the shower stays hot for as long as you like. The bed is comfortable with nice linens. My favorite days would begin with a short walk to one of the many good places nearby for coffee and pastry, and end with us cooking dinner in the spacious kitchen while watching the gondolas glide by out the kitchen window. Of course the apartment is also close to good restaurants that aren't overrun with tourists, and, our favorite, very close to Campo Santa Margherita for an evening spritz. From our now 6 total months of Venice visits, we can easily say that this apartment is in the best neighborhood, and Michela's apartment rates among the very best of the vacation rentals we have experienced in any city. Next time we're in Venice, we will definitely see if Ca' dei Canali is available.