We had a fantastic time. We did not know Venice very well before our stay and were not sure which Sestriere to stay in. Well, the apartment right next to the Fenice could not have been better located. A few minutes walk to Piazza San Marco, a few minutes walk to Rialto and the fish market (where we purchased food for many delicious meals!), a few minutes walk to Accademia and access to Dorsoduro, and a few minutes to multiple traghetti to San Polo. We had Venice completely covered. The apartment was well-appointed and functional- right next to one of the principal gondola canals - Verona - every day we would watch the gondolas float by from the bedroom window and hear their music, and a lovely little terrace for al fresco dining or drinking. It was perfect.