Ele's place is in a perfect location...and with the gondolas periodically passing by on the small canal adjacent to her place we truly felt the heart of Venice! The walls are nice and thick, so you can hear them, but they weren't intrusive. The accommodations are sumptuous...it was like being a guest in a friend's beautiful home. Easy access to St. Peter's Square, high-end and reasonably-priced shopping, steps away from the Teatro La Fenice (Venice's Opera House) and many fine eateries. Ele had many helpful suggestions and we successfully experienced several of them. I highly recommend this place and would gladly stay there again!