Overall the place was very homey and unpretentious and well-equipped for our needs - just right.
Paola met our boat from the airport at the Fondamente Nove and it was only a couple of minutes walk to the apartment. She showed us the apartment, provided two sets of keys, and made sure we got connected to the wifi. She looked on a map with us and answered our questions about groceries, eating out, etc. We used the plates, pots, stove, glasses- there was everything we needed. The beds and pillows were comfy, and not overly soap-scented. The water was hot and the water pressure was good. We did not use the washing machine. In addition to Venice, our plans included exploration of Murano, Burano, Torcello, and smaller outer islands and the location of the apartment was excellent for getting on the vaporetto and finding our destinations easily. Nearby we found the perfect local shops for coffee, groceries, cheeses, etc. We were delighted to discover that the narrowest street in Venice was right nearby! It may sound odd, but I fell in love with the old, beautiful floor in the apartment.