What a wonderful apartment in a top location on the Grand Canal. It was like having a suite in a 5 star hotel! Angelo kindly arranged a water taxi to pick us up from Marco Polo airport (140 euros cash), and it is the best way to arrive - has to be done, especially if this is your first time to Venice. We were dropped off at our own landing stage and were met by Ludovico who gave us the keys and showed us the apartment. It has 5 windows overlooking the grand canal and you can just sit and watch the boats and gondolas go by whilst enjoying a glass of wine. It had everything we needed. We only used the kitchen to keep wine in the fridge and use the kettle for making tea but it was very well equipped considering its compactness. Everything was spotless and the bed very comfy and there was loads of storage space. Casino is the nearest vaporetto stop a 5 minutes walk away where you can buy tickets and jump on the Vaparetto and go up and down the grand canal and even take a trip over to Murano, which we did. Lots of restaurants and cafes nearby - to many to mention, but our 2 favourites - for something different was Orient Experience - a 7 minute walk away or Ai Mercanti (near St Marks Square). Top Tip - If you don't want to shell out on a gondola trip (around 120 E) take a Traghetto at 2 euros per person which is a larger gondola and crosses the grand canal - there are about 6-8 stops the length of the canal. Also, book in advance to go on the roof top terrace of the Fondaco dei Tedschi ( an amazing department store near the Rialto Bridge) - 15 minute slots for stunning views and it's free! Another hidden gem is the Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo - a beautiful building with a wonderful curly outside staircase - great views from the top too! There are so many stunning places to visit and see in Venice, all within walking distance of the apartment - it truly is an enchanting place and this apartment is perfect for a romantic getaway. Angelo kindly arranged for a water taxi to take us back to the airport as well which finished off our holiday perfectly. Highly recommended.