Great apartment on the north side of Grand Canal, close to shopping and restaurants. Major sights are within walking distance as are the main train terminal and bus station. The apartment is tucked back onto a quiet little courtyard with a small secure patio area for a morning coffee. It has a modern feel and look inside yet very Venice outside. You'll have the amenities of a hotel like hairdryer and iron. It was our first time using AirBnB and first time in Italy and we couldn't ask for a better stay. Gian's directions were very concise depending on how you're arriving, and whichever way you arrive it is easy to get to the apartment. I would stay at this apartment again and would recommend it to anyone visiting Venezia. Gian is a fantastic host and very helpful. We spent a week in Venezia in this apartment and loved every minute of our stay.