I didn't get to meet Sara but she communicated well and the check-in went smoothly with her friend, Elisa. Check-in and check-out was flexible which was a very welcome relief as I was in Venice for 5 weeks altogether, moving around the different sestieri. Sara's was my fourth apartment of the trip. She also messaged after a few days to see if everything was going well. The apartment is in a prime position between Rialto and St. Marks, so only 5 minutes to each. The canal out front, although busy is reasonably quiet - just cheerful noises coming from the gondolas passing. The only negative, for me, was the lack of light, especially in the bedroom. I don't think that would be a problem for most people spending less time in Venice and out all day sightseeing. I really enjoyed the less-trodden parts around S. Giovanni & Paolo. And of course, the Aqua Alta bookshop (go when they open before the crowds come).