This is a lovely apartment. You approach it through a beautiful garden courtyard, it is a lovely old stone building, and only a few steps! The apartment itself is roomy and very well furnished. The highlight of course is the magnificent view - you open the large window and you are right on the Grand Canal. We stayed in at night often, just to have a drink and take in the sights and sounds. A lot of people have mentioned the shower, which is awkward but we managed. But the apartment is very clean, well appointed, a very comfortable bed and of course that view!! And Laura is a very helpful and informative host who gives you good directions and suggestions for enjoying Venice. Highly recommended.