This is a very special place for people who want to have a 'central' location with great access to the more 'real' world of Venice (and the flashier, glitzier stuff on the walk to St Marks Square). It's somewhere to stop / reflect and 'people watch' as the mix of Vapparetto / Gondolas / Speedboats / Goods Barges pass by and dock. With the windows closed and air-conditioning on, you can be cocooned. With the windows open there is a breeze and the hubbub of the market area comes to life, from early in the morning (Tuesday to Saturday) The entrance, (up an alleyway, off the marketplace) and the flights of steps leading to the loft are cool and 'old-world' ... but when you get to the top floor (it IS a loft, after all!) and open the door, it's all very clean and modern and tastefully decorated. (It's worth noting that if you are tall, you need to watch your head on the big exposed wooden beam, which crosses the metal staircase ... this is how you get to the mezzanine sleeping area) The fully equipped kitchen is great (complete with dishwasher) and the handiness of the market provides the resources to make some stunningly 'fresh' food. As I commented ... a very special place ;-)) Thank-you.