As all the other reviews state, Marino was exceptionally nice. He met us at a store near the train station and took us to the flat, it otherwise would have been difficult to find on our own. The area was quiet but very close walk to restaurants, shops etc. Delicious bakery around the corner and a grocery store 10 minutes away so we could have a couple of meals in the flat. It was a great stay and I would definitely recommend you stay at Marino's place when in Venice. There were 4 of us and it was spacious for our 3 night stay.