All in all a perfect realisation of the dream of venice.

The PERFECT location for a longer stay in Venice. Just far enough away from the crowds but close enough to walk to. Via Garibaldi was a nice surprise. Great restaurants to eat at in that plaza. Beds and couch were very comfortable. TONS of closet place in the main bedroom. The stairs to the place are steeper than expected but is worth it. Would recommend!!!!

Bright apartment in a wonderful neighborhood away from the crowds, but close to restaurants, cafes, groceries, pharmacy, 2 vaporetto stations and the Alilaguna for easy transfers to the airport. Check-in was easy, the host's communication was clear and accurate, and she was responsive to questions throughout our stay.

My wife and I spent a week in this beautiful apartment. A truly lovely place and a perfect location. The Castello area is non-touristy and quiet; a typical Venetian neighborhood. An easy walk from the Giardini vaporetto stop. The apt. is exactly like the pictures on the website. (Don't be intimidated by the 58 steps)! It was spacious, spotlessly clean, comfortable, with many lovely touches. There are views of the water from the bedroom, dining room table, and loft. The kitchen was fully equipped. The washing machine was easy to use. The outside clothesline was welcomed. The living room was comfortable. The lighting in living room, dining/kitchen, bedrooms was great. The large bedroom had huge closets, writing desk, bedside lamps, and a very comfortable queen-plus size bed. Setting up our laptop was easy. The neighborhood is quiet during the day and at night. Via Garibaldi (around the corner or down the narrow alley) has restaurants; bakeries; fresh fruit & veggie vendors; cheese, fish & meat shops; the vino sfuso store [buy bulk wines in your containers at incredibly low prices!]; post office; and a beautiful park (easy to get to the vaporetto stop without going over any bridges); ATMs almost next door - each worked with our ATM card (though it will help to know a little Italian). Working with Linda, the owner, was an absolute pleasure. She responded quickly to every email. Her information packet was complete. The information binder in the apt. is comprehensive in every way possible. Linda really knows this apt. backwards and forwards. She was able to address a small problem we had with the water heater with a quick, superbly detailed response that instantly addressed the issue. Linda's restaurant recommendations were right on! Take time to get lost in Venice - it is the best way to see this magical city! Get off the tourist track and explore. Definitely buy tickets for the Doge's Palace and the Clock Tower tours. Get vaporetto tickets ahead of time (on-line purchasing is easy & getting your tickets in Venice is easy). Go to the Rialto fish, vegetable & fruit markets, marvel at the variety and buy some. Eat at restaurants that aren't on the main tourist routes. Visit Murano. See the art in the churches. Visit San Marco's basilica. Go to San Giorgio Maggiore and take the elevator up the bell tower - there is no line and the views are great. Go to the Jewish Ghetto; take the tour from the museum. Stroll at night. This apartment and Venice = La Serenissima!