There are so many wonderful things to say about our stay in Ilaria's apartment. We loved our 4 night visit and would highly recommend this apartment to anyone visiting Venice. Ilaria is a lovely host, the apartment is perfectly situated and the apartment itself is large, well decorated and well equipped. Ilaria 's communications were clear and prompt. She provided information on how to get to the apartment from the airport (we used the public water taxi which was inexpensive and easy).She met us when we arrived and allowed us to check in early which was wonderful. She explained the features of the apartment. She was accessible to us during our stay for questions. The booklet she put together was great and included good restaurant recommendations. There is a pharmacy, grocery store and lots of restaurants nearby. We loved the location as it was out of the way from all the heavy tourist areas but easily accessible (10-15 minute walk to St Mark's Square). The apartment is right on a canal, tucked down a small alley - very, very quiet. We could watch the boats go by from the windows. The beds were large and super comfortable. The second bath is super small and rather unusual by American standards but worked just fine - lots of hot water with good water pressure for a shower. Venice is a lovely city and we just loved having this lovely apartment to come back to each night after a busy day of wondering around. Don't hesitate to stay here.