Sebastiano met us at the train station to guide us through the maze of streets to the apt. and then spent time going over a map of the city to help us get oriented. The apartment was truly sunny and quiet and spacious for our group of 4 single friends. We were very comfortable and "at home" there. We enjoyed sitting on the front balcony (there are 3) with morning coffee and watching the totally non-tourist population go by. A bakery and cafe are across the canal and a food market not far away. We found several really good restaurants in the area. There is a nearby vaporetto stop (S.Marta). It is a bit removed from the heart of the city but we are walkers and it was fine for us. All in all, a very enjoyable stay (one week).