WOW! I cannot overstate the luxury, elegance, comfort, convenience of Roberta’s apartment. Communication was impeccable every time, she was awaiting us at the water bus stop, delivered us to her apartment and made sure we had every detail to make our stay perfect in every way. You can easily walk everywhere in the city, but also access great food, shops, and sights just steps from the apartment. The canal views from the many windows offer a great viewing spot for gondolier entertainment and bring in lots of light and fresh breezes. And the space is palatial!
A word about the Acqua Alta. We arrived on the day of the historic flooding. Roberta had forewarned us, and throughout our stay she made sure we were safe, secure, and offered to assist us in every way possible.
As for being in Venice during the high waters, please do not let this stop you from coming to Venice. The boots are available in everywhere, in a range of price and style options. Go for the best you can afford depending on how long you will be in town. It is also imperative to support the local residents doing their very best to survive the financial devastation of the past weeks floods. Come and thoughtfully support them by keeping rooms reservations, eating in the restaurants and purchasing from the vendors that have lost so much.