Fantastic apartment! Very close to the Grand Canal, shops and Gelato - yet quiet and very safe. Great kitchen and bathroom with all the amenities needed. We cooked dinner twice in the apartment after going to local Coop markets. Nicely decorated and even had a helpful Venice guidebook to use. Laura and her family were super easy to communicate with - helping us arrive and giving suggestions. We recommend on arrival going straight to the Grand Canal for lunch on the river then walk over to St. Marks. Also easy to get a day pass for the water taxi to go everywhere. We hope to stay again soon! thank you.