We really enjoyed our stay at Chris’s Place. He was so welcoming and looked after us well. We are from New Zealand and stayed with our 2 kids aged 7 and 8. It was so nice to spread out and have 2 proper rooms and 2 single beds for the kids! and a lounge! Travelling as 4, we often end up with the kids on pull out couch beds or a double bed. The apartment has everything you need. It’s really modern, clean and nice and cool with the aircon. Insect screens on windows, a washing machine and washing line. It’s really very comfortable.
When you arrive it kinda looks like you are going down a dodgy back street but it actually feels very safe and it’s super close to the Main Street but really peaceful. There are 2 very small flights of stairs to the front door - easy! There is a super yum gelato shop right nearby and heaps of places really close by for food, shopping etc. Its only 20 mins flat walk to San Marcos square and it’s a fun interesting walk. It’s also really close to the water bus stop which is also fun - by a 1,2 or 3 day pass as individual tickets are super expensive! We walked easily from the train station with our kids and a small wheelie bag each(we travelled light on purpose for this reason) and it was not difficult at all. Very easy to find and Prob took us 15 mins and only 2 bridges to cross. We loved this location as it was quieter than the chaotic San Marco square area and it was nice to wander around between here and San Marco. All in all, perfect for a family of 4 and we would stay here again. Enjoy Venice, it’s amazing!!