Spacious and comfortable apartment in a very local area of Mestre-Venezia. Simone and his girlfriend were very accommodating and responsive hosts. It is only a 5-10 minute walk to the Tram to Venice, and 10-15 minutes to the gran piazza at the centre of Venice, with many great restaurants there catering to the local population. Great place for people who want to visit Venice, but get away from the tourist mobs in the mornings or evenings. I loved going down to the street every morning for my cappuccino and biscotti at the local bars/restos. Supermarkets and other services also nearby. Only caution is four flights of stairs to climb to the apartment, if a concern for you.