Although Federico was out of town and we never met him, he was both very available by phone and provided a local person to answer questions and meet us at the boat dock. Both Federico and his local person were friendly and helpful.

Everything about his place was as-described. There we no issues or problems. Being on ground level, the apartment was comfortable, both temperature and access-wise. The neighborhood had amenities and not too many tourists. You will have to walk to the Accademia Bridge or take a boat to get to "the mainland" where most of Venice's attractions are.