What a wonderful stay with a view of the gondolas passing right by us! Beatrice's friend, Kristel, met us near the Fondamente Nova water taxi station nearby and she led us to the apartment via a short walk. She provided a map and the best places she likes to eat at. About a 10 minute walk to Rialto Bridge and 15 minutes to the main Piazza. The best part is the little balcony where you can fit two chairs and enjoy some caffe with the boats and gondolas passing by. You just say hello once in a while and smile! It did not get cold at all and is very quiet at night. Motorboats will start to pass by early morning, but not enough to really wake us up. There's a very good seafood restaurant called La Colonnia nearby and a bakery that I recommend as well. Venice can be a maze so just make sure you know the street names nearby to avoid getting too lost or just have a map provided in the stay. Thanks!!