Cristina's apartment is really only 15 minutes from everything and away from the madness of St Marks and all the crowds. It is very well appointed. We were unfortunate that the airconditioner broke down. Cristina and her husband, Pier Marco did everything humanly possible to find a short term solution including getting us a fan and a portable airconditioner. Though, to be truthful in Venice's heat it did become a bit oppressive after that. Having said that, the apartment's terrace, the restaurants, supermarket and green grocer close by were a real boon, and what we experienced should not deter you from enjoying this well located, set up apartment with a warm, inviting host.