From check-in to check out this was a pleasurable experience. I was collected at the airport by Filippo and dropped back to the airport for a fee that was cheaper than any taxi and didn't involve any hanging around. When arriving late (11.30 p.m.) as I did, it is one less thing to worry about when it has been pre-arranged.
Filippo's place is attached to his family home but is totally self-contained and private and I felt very secure in the apartment. There are facilities for self-catering, laundry, ironing etc. The nearest grocery store is a ten minute walk away and the nearest restaurant is just around the corner as is the lcoal bar. You really do have everything you should need. If you don't, Filippo/his family are responsive should you have any queries, whilst also aware that you are there to do your own thing, so there is the perfect balance.
If you are visiting Venice and don't want to be in the centre of Venice, this is an ideal location. If that is the case and you need to rely on public transport, it pays to acquaint onself with the bus timetable because generally the buses were on time and that involved less waiting, which would have been more difficult in the heat.
If I visit Venice again, I hope Filippo's place is free. 5 stars all the way.