This very modern appartment is in a great location near a major attraction, Ponte di Rialto. The bridge also makes the siestres (city sections) on the opposite side of the Grand Canal very accessible by walking. The appartment is very clean and bright and has everything you need, including a mosquito net in the bedroom, which is needed if you want to keep the windows open at night.
The vaporetta (water taxi) can be a bit intimidating as you walk out of the train station. Go to the Venezia Unica booth first and get your multi-day pass for the vaporetti; the lines there are shorter than the ACTV ticket offices. The pier for vaporetta line 1 toward Lido (follow Alessandra's instructions) is on the far right as you face the Grand Canal. Alessandra's husband Andrea met us at the Rialto Mercato pier. From there it's a very short walk to the appartment.
Ask the hosts for directions to Trattoria della Madonna on Calle dei Cinque for a great dining experience (they don't have a street sign). Also, Pizzeria Antico Panificio is great for casual dining nearby. There are a lot of great shops/bars in the immediate area or just across Ponte di Rialto. The hosts were great and very helpful.