We just spent 3 nights with Nika & Austin, their lovely dog Carthage and their elusive cat Winston. We had a great time in Venice, and their house is very clean, comfortable and is in the perfect location. Everything you could need during your stay is provided, from towels, to pushbikes, and even facial scrubs and sunscreens! Nika & Austin really go out of their way to make sure you are comfortable and are looked after well. You may not see them much, but when you do they are very happy to provide local knowledge, and give tips on how to best tackle their neighbourhood (1/2 price breakfast at the cafe at the bottom of the street was the perfect start to each day). We would definitely recommend staying with Nika & Austin, and will be doing so the next time we are back in that area. One tip for people not so used to dogs, Cartage will probably bark as you enter the house, but he is just warning his owners, and doing his job. He is a lovely boy, and he settles very quickly. we loved him. Thanks again, for everything. Shane & Tara (Australia)