I cannot say enough good things about Irene's beautiful apartment. It was recently renovated and thoughtfully designed. The living room/dining area are perfect for lounging in the evenings after a long day of sight seeing. The bedrooms are both great sizes and include a lot of storage. Both bathrooms include showers--perfect for two couples traveling together. Also important are the AC units, which kept the apartment at the perfect temperature. The apartment could not be better located. We were a 15 minute walk from everything and surrounded by wonderful restaurants. Check-in was easy. Irene even had her friend meet us at the vaporetto and help us get to the apartment when we arrived in Venice. This was a *huge* help, which allowed us to get to the apartment quickly and without any wrong turns. I highly recommend this property if you are looking for a great home base in Venice. It is perfect!