We were met at the bus station as arranged by André who was friendly, welcoming and incredibly helpful. He pointed out so many wonderful places on the map to explore, eat, drink and find great art. The apartment was great - spectacular view over Mestre town, and so quick and easy to the historic centre of Venice. You will need good walking shoes for the city as a whole, but everywhere you go you are greeted by so much beauty, it's like being in a dream. The apartment was clean, well-maintained, very cosy even in Winter. The lack of wifi was a little challenge, but in every restaurant or café you can get free wifi so we managed fine. If you are planning to cook in the apartment a lot rather than eating out, then purchasing a cheap frying pan or pans from local thrift shops would be a good idea. But otherwise, no criticisms at all - the most wonderful hosts, a really convenient location, the most incredible city. Enjoy!