The Grand Canal apartment is the nicest Airbnb we have ever stayed in. This apartment is extremely clean, well-appointed, and elegant. The windows from the living room and both bedrooms open to the Grand Canal, allowing a superb view of Venetian life without leaving the apartment. The windows are new and noise-proof, so one can fully listen to the water, boats, and gondoliers, or have complete silence. The air conditioning worked extremely well. The high-end furniture and kitchen appliances add to the elegance of the beautiful marble countertops and floors. The beds were very comfortable, with quality cotton sheets and pillows. Our teenage daughters felt like princesses in this excellently renovated palace apartment. Valeria was an excellent host, providing us very good recommendations for nearby markets, restaurants, and boat stops. This neighborhood of Venice is very comfortable and less touristy (if that's possible), close to the Jewish ghetto, and many residences, as well as excellent restaurants. It was very easy to get to this apartment from the train, bus, or ferry stations, about 10 min walk. However, walking to the main sights in peak summer crowds took 30-45 minutes. But we loved the Grand Canal view, the lovely elegant apartment, and the neighborhood so much, we would definitely stay here again!!