What to say about this wonderful host, Alessia, and her fabulous atmospheric flat overlooking the canal? This is a gem of a spot and we were so well cared for during our time in Venice. Alessia arranged for a water taxi to and from the train station, and her family friend met us and helped carry our 40lb bag up four flights of narrow stairs to get us settled into her lovely flat. She checked in on us and was so accommodating. The flat is situated five minutes from St Mark’s and maybe 10 minutes from Accademia. We walked everywhere and retreated to this cozy abode to relax at the end of the day. The kitchen is small but has everything we needed to cook in one night and there is a great spot across the canal for coffee, drinks, and snacks (il ducale). Teenage sons had their own space and my husband and I had the loft which had access to a roof terrace. Also, the WiFi was fast—zoom calls for work easily accomplished. A great place and hostess.