We were expecting a very small apartment reasoning that we would only be using it as a base, but found it bigger than we expected. The bedroom had a large bed (very comfortable) and still plenty of space, and the living area and bathroom were also larger than they appear in the photographs. The central heating was really effective and we found the apartment warm and cozy, very important in January. The apartment quickly felt like home.
The location is in a residential area of Venice so good for those, like us, who want to experience the real Venice rather than be in a crowded tourist area. The bakery is less than a minute walk, and we had the most delicious Croissants each morning. On the first morning they only had one plain croissant left but I saw people had pre-ordered, so with a bit of sign language I placed my order and did so everyday after that. I did feel very local strolling in and picking up my order, and the lady in the bakery was lovely and helpful. It was a two to three minute walk to the local high street recommended by Alberto. The food is really good in the restaurants in that street especially the family restaurant. The spaghetti and clams was fantastic and I did not think I liked Clams! There is also a Co-Op and fruit and veg stalls.
We stayed for a week and made the decision to buy a seven day Vaporetto pass. For us this was the right decision because although it is roughly only a fifteen minute walk to San Marcos square along the front, by the time we had been on our legs exploring the streets of visiting museums and palaces our legs were tired out. It was good to start the day fresh and take the weight off our legs at the end of the day. We had good weather (glorious on three of the days) so we also used our passes extensively to visit the other Islands in the lagoon. The vaporretto stop is a three minute walk away.
Our only issue was finding the accommodation and got rather wet on the only rainy day finding it, so we hope this helps. Proceed down the Fondamenta san Giuseppe with the narrow canal on your right. When you are level with the bell tower of the church across the canal turn left into Calle Prette and 731 is on your left as you walk down the street.
If you are looking to stay in the real Venice and escape the tourist areas this is the place for you and we HIGHLY RECOMMEND