We had a lovely stay in Venice. The apartment is tucked way, which was problematic when finding it at 10.30 in the evening. Google Maps is a struggle, given the structure of the Venetian buildings, and although we were just minutes from the apartment, it took us a further 30+ minutes - and one very kind and obliging Italian - to help us find it. The little street we wanted was directly opposite Trattoria Della Maddalena which, had we known, would have saved us time and frustration.
There was a 30€ late check-in fee, given the host's mother (who does check-ins) lives outside Venice. She's lovely and was helpful - her English certainly better than our Italian. Although we knew about the late check-in, we've never experienced this in the years we've been visiting Italy. Given the current UK airport delays, this is one to watch when your flight doesn't arrive until 21.00 before any delays!
It was a shame that there was no water or any basic provisions in the fridge / apartment, other than coffee and apple vinegar (!!), as this would have been welcome. Again, this is unusual to other Italian apartments where we've stayed.
We liked the setting of the apartment and that there was netting to keep out the dreaded mosquitos, which was very effective. The little balcony is lovely. Simple but lovely; and a great place to gather your thoughts over coffee in the morning, watching the birds and listening to the chatter in the streets below. It was a lovely space.
The bed was comfortable, the bathroom ok - if a little on the small side - and the apartment block clean and well kept. It's about a 15-20 leisurely walk to St Marks and we like this distance. There's some lovely little bars, trattoria's and even a great little Italian pub all within 5 minutes of the apartment.
We took advantage of keeping our luggage in the apartment after check-out on our last day, which was helpful. The walk to the train station (with luggage) is about 20-25 minutes but is easy.
It's certainly an apartment - and location - we'd consider staying at again.