This apartment was absolutely perfect for us. The location really is right around the corner from the Rialto. The apartment is quiet and secure. Paola is a great hostess. Our plane was running a little late from the airport, and she was very flexible about arranging for meeting and showing us the apartment. We read the reviews here about the hot water (which really is the ONLY thing to be concerned about). My advice: remember that when you walk out of the apartment, you are in the middle of Venice, with bakeries, two wine bars that were noted by the Guardian as must-see's in Venice. Waiting the 3 minutes for hot water to come should be easy.