Venice is a fabulous but rather complicated city. Certainly a challenge even for the well-seasoned traveler. Cristina was very gracious to meet us at the waterbus station (just a 10 minute walk to the apartment) to escort us to the apartment. Not a usual service from your AirBNB hostess. We were able to leave our luggage while housekeeping was cleaning the place following another guest. Cristina spent time detailing a great number of local spots and historic landmarks we should visit. Her introduction and prompt responses to our questions during our travels/stay was a great help!
My personal favorite was the fish & produce market right next to the waterbus stop. I spent two consecutive early mornings there and capture quite a few local color moments. The apartment is very nicely furnished and located next to a pizzeria/Italian restaurant. In the morning, you can wake up to bright sunshine and the bustling of people right below your window. I'd recommend Cristina's apartment to anyone with an adventorous spirit and an appetite for local colors!