Cristina was a wonderful host. Her daughter Sandra met us at the Vaporetto stop on our arrival, took us to the apartment (pretty important if you've never navigated the streets of Venice) showed us around the apartment, sat down with a map pointed out the best places to eat, gondola rides, grocery stores etc. Sandra was so enthusiastic, charming and her excitement was infectious. She was so very helpful. The apartment was wonderful, we could not have asked for a better location. This property comes very highly recommended.