The apartment is just great.and in a super location on a small canal and two open piazzas with windows overlooking gardens on two sides and a glimpse of the Grand Canal.
Santa Croce is a lovely area and just a short walk from the Rialto and the tourist buzz.
There are several restaurants and a good Coop round the corner.
I would recommend La Patatina in San Giacomo excellent sea food we liked it so much we went twice!
We also found a useful left luggage deposit in Calle dei Botteri. www.vaise.it
Jacinthe was very helpful and made check in and out easy.
Definitely recommend and we would visit again when next in Venice!