No compromises. We chose this for location, layout and value and were so glad we did. This spacious apartment was recently renovated and is very light thanks to windows on three sides. Very comfortable bed, good shower and handy washing machine. Perfectly located in a quiet side street yet minutes away from cafes, shops and the Grand Canal.
The hosts were very responsive before and during the stay. Marco picked us up at the boat stop and led us to the apartment, sharing handy tips for everything we might need. Unfortunately the elevator was out of order due to the horrendous floods in November but the four flights of stairs weren't a problem.
Our luggage didn't make the flight connection and arrived the following day in two deliveries. Air Dolomiti never contacted us to arrange a delivery time so the suitcases just showed up while we were out. Both times Marco went to the trouble of coming by and carrying our suitcases up to the apartment. We couldn't have hoped for a more thoughtful host.
We spent five nights here in mid-December and couldn't have hoped for a better place to stay. It was the perfect base to explore Venice at its atmospheric best, unencumbered by the hordes of tourists at other times of year. We hope to be back.