Silvia's place is great! The location is central to several major sites. The apartment has great natural light, and the rooftop terrace is a great place to sit in the evenings. As a general note about Venice for first time visitors- unless you are taking a very expensive private water taxi, you will be taking the public water ferries which have several stops around town, including near the apartment. However, you still have to walk from the main waterways. These walkways have stairs crossing smaller canals throughout the city. Be prepared to carry your bags up and down several small sets (5-10) of stairs on your arrival and departure.