Gabriele's place was perfect for me. The location couldn't be better. It is a 2-minute walk to a major vaparetto stop and a 5-minute walk to St, Marks. I dealt with Gabriele’s brother, Riccardo. He was very helpful and polite. I was met at the vaparetto stop and walked to the apartment. A huge help for a person visiting Venice the first time. The apartment was very comfortable and clean. And the neighborhood was great. Plenty of places to eat/drink. Will definitely stay here again when I return to Venice!