The apartment was central to everything. Then again, you could say this about almost everything in Venice. This apartment could not be any more central to your needs. Kitchen - brand new with every appliance necessary. Bedroom - fold out bed but exceptionally comfortable. Laundry - fully equipped but no dryer. Things dried well on clothes hanger. On the main traffic route but when windows were closed - double glazing = no noise. Very quiet. Everything was 5m away. Serena was a very accommodating host who gave us directions to what we needed. There is a canal immediately below. The gondolas come by frequently and the Venetian experience is complete. We had buskers below occasionally as well. Initially, we struggled with the location. Ask for the Bridge of Toys. The apartment is on the second level above a mask shop. Serena lives in the apartment above so support is on site. Thoroughly recommended. Peter and Lorraine from Australia