Our stay was over the new-year period in Milan, so many of the shops and restaurants were closed and the outdoor vibrant atmosphere, we imagine typical of warmer seasons in the Navigli district, was largely absent.
The apartment is well located off the Grande Canal, right near the metro and no. 2 tram into the city centre and a short walk to the Ticienese district. Arrangements to access the apartment were easy and efficient - and the heaters were on at arrival.
Where others have described the apartment as having charm and character, our experience was that it is old, tired and in need of attention. The windows do not seal, the appliances didn't work and the furnishings were of odd sorts. Little touches like toilet paper and washing detergent would've been nice and, as others have pointed out, the shower is ridiculously small and impractical. The bed is however comfortable and a fridge, basic crockery and cutlery is provided. We would stay elsewhere on any future trip to Milan however the apartment would no doubt be more habitable in summer.