Roberto's apartment was just like the photos, newly renovated, and nicely done. It was big, light and warm. The sofa bed was comfortable and so was the main bed. The neighbourhood was quiet, and the apartment not far from the vaporetto (water taxi). This is a bonus in Venice, you don't want to drag suitcases far over cobbled streets and bridges. Only one bridge to negotiate. The neighbourhood is not far from main sites, about 10 minutes walk to San Marco.
Robertos son, Nicola met us on time, and he and Roberto were available straight away when I phoned. He was also there on time to check us out.
There are five sets of stairs up, so its a haul with heavy luggage.
We would have appreciated a few extras, like two pillows each, a kettle, a map and directions to the nearest laundromat.