Marco's apartment was a fantastically luxurious and beautiful place for a Venice vacation, perfect for three couples. We took the water bus from airport to Rialto (if you want to splurge take a water taxi), and were greeted at the dock and guided to the apartment. There were helpful maps and guide books at the house, too. After a day of jostling on narrow crowded streets, it was a great pleasure to rest up at the spacious, quiet, air conditioned apartment before going out for dinner. The location is very central; any neighborhood can be easily reached.