This is a beautiful apartment in an amazing location. It is quite large with lovely decor and well equipped. There was even a bottle of delicious Bellini left for us by Luisa. Her assistance before and at the end was prompt and helpful. The balcony is such a treat. I like my cappuccino in the morning, so got two cups to go at the cafe around the corner the night before and heated them in the provided microwave the next morning sitting on the balcony. The location couldn't be better. It is right in between San Marco Square and the Academia, very close to the public water taxi. There are many wonderful shops and restaurants close by. It is so quiet and comfortable and charming versioning the lovely Venice rooftops. Luisa provided a very helpful binder about the use of the transportation system that we used in addition to the water taxi. As mentioned, there are lots of stairs, but that is a minor problem just once - taking luggage upstairs. Other than that, coming and going is not a problem if mobility is not an issue. I highly recommend this gem and will definitely stay here again if we come back.