The flat is in a residential area that is lovely and abuts a rather large green area where locals gather on multiple park benches to visit. Location is perfect to get to San Marco and other islands. Lido is only 5 minutes by water taxi and the water taxi stop is only 5 minutes from the flat. The Biennale is only a leisurely 10 minute walk. There is a local fruit/vegetable store around the block, as well as a general store in which to buy freshly baked bread and water among other things. What I loved most is that, if you are around at about 7:30 PM and go outside to the patio, one can hear the chatter of many families having dinner. It is a sound that I will treasure. Would rent again and highly recommend!