We stayed 3 nights in Paolo's apartment and it was great. Its a big apartment and its located in a very nice area. 5 to 10 minute walk to the grand canal. Checking in was very easy ( received a code to get into the apartment then Silvia met us up to explain to us the rest plus give us recommendations). After walking around the area its pretty easy to walk around Venice as long as you know where the grand canal is at to use it as a point of reference. Highly recommend Paolo's apartment!!