Lidia’s apartment is like a home away from home! It is very conveniently situated straight down from the Rialto Bridge with no turns or convoluted alley-ways to navigate; so I didn’t get lost. There is a bakery next door & a fresh food market only a street away. There is a ferry (water bus) stop direct to the railway, which is on the same level as Lidia’s entry. But the ferry stop from the carpark/s requires a walk up over the Rialto Bridge (quite a feat with heavy suitcases!). There are 2 flights of stairs up to the apartment, but this was minimal inconvenience in my opinion, for the central location. Lidia was very good with communicating & making sure we arrived safely & without problem. The apartment was neat, clean & comfortable. There was air conditioning & heating. With the windows closed, the noise of the street was completely blocked. With the windows open in the morning there is a mild fishy smell from the local market; but this is Venice after all! Highly recommend Lidia’s apartment; we will certainly be staying again next time we visit this beautiful city.