We stayed at Cristina's place for a recent family vacation. Great central location for most points of interest in Venice. Safe and quiet neighborhood. Some restaurants and shops nearby. Grocery store around the corner. Easy access to apartment. Cristina was responsive to all our communications during our stay. You'll be able to go straight to the apartment, but it is best to meet at her shop at the main plaza when you arrive to check-in first if you can. She connected us to a porter to help take our bags at the end of our stay to the train station. We recommend hiring a porter to help bring bags from the main plaza when you arrive as well. No crib for baby.