The apartment is in a quieter sestiere of Venice, minutes from the Zanipolo and yet maybe a 15 minute walk to Piazza San Marco or the Rialto. On the fourth floor, it is very modern and beautiful, quiet, and extremely comfortable for two. From the windows we looked down upon a narrow and quiet (for the most part) canal. The view is to the North, so we didn't receive direct sunlight.

Maurizio had emailed extensive and detailed information about connecting with our hosts, and was willing to answer our few questions. He also provided useful general information about Venice.

Francesca was waiting for us at the Ospedale vaporetto stop, exactly as promised. She helped us schlep our bags back to the apartment, where she gave us the tour, went over the do's and don't's, and answered our questions. She also offered some really nice suggestions about potential experiences we might consider, some of which we followed with complete satisfaction.

Both Victoria and I would come back here in a heartbeat!