Anna was waiting to greet us when we arrived at the Jiardini boat stop. She gave a very detailed briefing on everything we might want to know, including a mini walking tour of the area. The unit is fantastic and would make a perfect romantic getaway. Fully furnished and up one easy flight of stairs, it is more cozy than we expected; it seems that Anna uses the flat to host friends, not just paying guests. Another big factor is the neighbourhood itself, which has all the old world charm you could hope for, yet with no visible trace of tourists! Can you believe it? And like much of Venice, it is located within a few minutes' stroll from San Marco square. There was a handy range of foods and condiments in the kitchen, which helped us save time. The absence of a kettle or microwave oven simply meant we drank percolated coffee instead of tea. Being gently woken by church bells at 8am was one of many simple pleasures. Another was the chance to dry our laundry outside the window in authentic Venetian style. We wish we had booked more than just three nights!