Irene's apartment is a perfect homebase for staying in Venice, particularly if you plan to utilize the train station for a day trip--it's quite close. The apartment's location on a small canal in a very residential area was enjoyable, and the apartment had everything we might need for a week's stay. She left detailed instructions re: restaurants and attractions in the area, as well as how to recycle rubbish. Communication was very easy, and Irene was able to accommodate us for luggage storage when we arrived a few hours ahead of check-in time. Thanks, Irene (and Francesca)!