Virginia's place is in a very lively area full of restaurants and nightlife. The views of the canal from the balcony are really great for people watching. There are more cool looking restaurants spilling out into the streets below then you will be able to visit during your stay. On the week nights things calm down about 12pm and on the weekends later. You will not enjoy this location if you are not used to city noise at night.
The flat is also located 1 block from the metro and so it is supper convenient for getting just about anywhere in Milan. Virginia's flat has very cool art work and three good sized bedrooms. One room does not have AC or a fan so it was a bit stuffy even with the door open but we visited during an early hot spell in June. other times of year it will not be a problem.
We all had a wonderful stay here.