The apartment is as shown in the photos. It is in easy walking distance from the Rialto Bridge ferry stop and Michele's directions from the train station to the meeting point were accurate and easy to follow. The gondoliers say hello as they pass and it's as close as the other reviews state - you can touch them. We loved Venice. A private gondola ride with serenade whilst not cheap is well worth the expense. You will not be disappointed. Michele's is a great place to stay for the true Venetian ambience and location.