We were welcomed by the very nice and helpful Riccardo (who assists the owner in settling guests in) at the fountain in the lovely public square St Marie d. Formosa, 2 minutes' walk from the flat. He familiarised us with the place that would be our "home" for a few days, and gave us some absolutely great restaurant and site visit suggestions. The charming flat is well located for all the major sites, and in a neighborhood that is less touristy than around St. Marco's. By day 2, we were well ensconced in life Venetian, having taken our morning coffee at the corner coffee bar.