I am not prone to superlatives, but every aspect of this experience was first class. Silvia and her gracious husband Manuel made us (our family of 4) feel like old friends, and their house is really spectacular. It is the entire floor of a palazzo, with very, very high ceilings, and a spacious feeling that is very rare in Venice. We have stayed at some of the best hotels in Venice, and this by far is the best experience we have ever had. Silvia is very artistic, and every detail, from the beautiful jars holding the shampoo to the linen-wrapped lanterns reflects this artistry. Bravo!