A spacious, sunny apartment on the 4th floor with a lovely view from up high of boats going along the large canal that faces Giudecca - from both the lounge and the bedroom. Also, amazing sunrises and sunsets. As it's on the fourth floor with no lift (lots of stairs so you need to be capable of carrying up your luggage). We went in the Winter and it was sunny in the apartment, at night time we could close the blinds to keep the heat in. A peaceful area yet close to the vaparetto stop so you can easily visit the islands as well as the central main sights. It's a lovely, relaxing neighbourhood - near a supermarket, restaurants and a short walk to some nice bars. It's right by Dorsoduro neighbourhood's lively square that is popular with locals & students with cafes, a fish and fruit/veg market on certain days and enjoyable bars with outside seating. The apartment's facilities aren't swish or new but you have everything that you would need. Minor points were: some pillows were a bit lumpy and a bit of mould in the bathroom; also we heard occasional opera music from the neighbour (which we quite enjoyed!), The apartment was well-equipped for self-catering in the small kitchen including a washing machine. Perhaps bring a cafetiere if you like (there is a coffee pot that goes on the stove, Italian style).
We loved the apartment and Venice. My tip explore the areas beyond Mark's Square and visit other neighbourhoods, the island. Eat cicchetti (Venetian tapas) with your favourite drink. Lovely people in Venice too.