I couldn't imagine a better place to stay in Venice than at Graziana and Damiano's place. It's away from the mass of tourists, steps from the giardini and was well-appointed, clean, quiet and relaxing. Damiano was kind enough to meet and greet at the Giardini water taxi and assist with baggage for the short walk to the apartment-probably a 5 minute walk. The apartment is well appointed and everything felt new. Great bed, great shower/water pressure, and having A/C in July was very nice. I like to cook some nights and one of the things that impressed me was they actually had sharp knives to cut with- which is a rarity with airbnb rentals. All communication and scheduling with Graziana and Damiano was clear and they were very responsive to questions and scheduling arrivals/departures etc. They were also very accommodating in letting me check in a little earlier as I arrived in the morning. I came to Venice for the Biennale and this location is as perfect and convenient to both the giardini and arsenale as it gets. Would stay here again in a heartbeat. Thanks G and D. Ciao for now.