Anna is an excellent hostess who stayed in touch and graciously welcomed us to her apartment. She gave us tips about getting around, and back to catch the train. We took the public transport water bus and came through the Grand Canal to the Academia boat stop where Anna met us. The apartment is only steps from the boat stop. It was clean and was in an ideal location, close to the boat launch for Murano, Burano, and Torchello, and easy walking distance from Doge's and St. Mark's. Quaint shops and nice restaurants close by.