As described, Andrea greeted us like friends at the Vaporetto stop and gave us the quick tour back to the apartment, which is just off St Marks square. The apartment is small but stylish and very smartly set out. The biggest feature was the view from 3 large windows to the junction of two canals. I could happily have sat there for hours drinking coffee or wine. The apartment contained all the information one might need to your Venice including useful tips about where to eat like a local, where to take kids, and how to travel around. This is a great base to explore Venice.