Stayed at D's place for 2 nights as the start of our Italian trip in hot summer month of July. First and foremost, location is perfect as you are within few minutes from most attractions and local neighborhoods. We will definitely stay there again in the future. Here are few tips on the stay.
Pros:
* Did I mention location.
* D's communication is prompt and informative.
* Window view to the grand canal. I had my morning coffee there and just watch boats pass by.
Cons:
* It could get noisy as it is right next to vaporetto station, but if you love people watching, its awesome. We have white noise app on at night, no issues falling in and stay asleep.
* Make sure to read the in-check instructions provided. We didn't until D pointed us to it, wasted few minutes with luggages on the street.
* It has one of those washer & dryer unit. Washing was great, drying not so. Luckily D has drying rack available, just make sure to dry them in either the hallway or bedrooms with stronger AC units.