Marina and Federico were excellent hosts, communicating quickly and providing extremely helpful instructions on how to arrive to the correct vaporetto stop. They even greeted us at the vaporetto stop and helped with luggage. Along the way to the apartment, they pointed out great places to eat and where to shop. They were friendly and helpful at check-in, and the breakfast snacks left for us were much appreciated. The apartment was lovely, clean, and everything we needed. The beds were super comfy and the A/C was strong enough to handle the heat of the summer. The flat is easy to get to from the Grand Canal, but just far away enough to avoid the tourist crowds. A piazza across a picturesque bridge had musicians performing on the Friday and Saturday nights that we were there. The community residents gathered as the sun started setting, whole families and some pets, to enjoy the evening festivities. On Friday, we were thrilled to listen to a talented band play as we returned from an evening from Piazza San Marco. The next night, we made sure to have dinner in the piazza and were not disappointed. Two balconies facing into the piazza were decorated with candles while a quartet+opera soloists in one balcony took turns with a violinist+opera soloist in the other balcony, serenading us with astounding arias. We had an amazing experience in Venice thanks to this delightful apartment! Our trip would definitely not have been as memorable if we had stayed anywhere else.