As a first timer to Airbnb, I would be lying if I didn't say I was feeling slightly nervous about my booking, worrying if it would be good or not. Well, I can confirm we need not have wasted the nervous energy as Maurizio and Francesca's apartment was perfect. Great location in the heart of Venice, a short distance away from St Mark's Square, the Grand Canal and many of the key sites of the city. And easy to access from the airport/station by boat.
Maurizio was very efficient and thorough in sending us information before our arrival and Francesca met us off the vaporetto to take us to the apartment - she was utterly charming and funny and couldn't have been more helpful. The apartment itself was very clean, well equipped and all the little inclusive things like tea bags/coffee, salt/pepper, portable wifi, towels, loo roll (!), etc made the stay - it doesn't cost much to do, but just adds the icing on the cake and ensure that we would happily recommend this apartment to friends and family!
We very much hope to visit again and if so, we will certainly be looking to stay again at this apartment (or maybe try one of his others!).
Tara & Rich, UK