Location location location. It is PERFECTLY located to be right in center of things. Really is close to San Marco, yet off a quiet alley way street so you don't get the noise of all the tourists walking on the main shop streets. The host, Andrea was great and so welcoming! He met us at the water taxi stop and walked us to the apartment where he showed us the place and explained things and gave suggestions on where to go and eat. He took pictures of our IDs and also asked for the city tax money (3€/per person/night). Thought it was weird to pay in cash, as I thought it was included in the Airbnb payment. Still not sure about that...but I do know in reserving it mentions that tax.
The apartment is on the ground floor, which is nice, and is a basic apartment with little natural light since it's between two back ally way streets. The bed was very comfortable (two twin beds together)! Has air conditioning/heat unit. The kitchen is basic with a small short fridge, toaster, sink and stove (no microwave).
The main issue with the apartment is the bathroom. The shower is right next to the toilet and opened to the entire small bathroom (no dividing door or curtain)..which meant when you shower the entire place, floor, toilet...etc gets soaking wet. And it takes about all day for the floor to dry. Additionally since the water heater unit is small, only one person can shower in the morning, and one at night otherwise the hot water does not last. The front door is also a challenge to open from the street (and my wife could not figure out how to open it from the inside to get out). It is hard, heavy and had a trick to master to be able to get in or out. My wife thought it was a bit dangerous since not easy to escape, if need be.
Overall, I would recommend this apartment for a young couple for 3-4 days. Not recommended for more than 2 people, nor couple with children, nor elderly. The front door and bathroom situation would be a huge challenge for them!
We appreciate Andrea's hospitality and his suggestions he sends to you upon reserving. Was very nice of him.