This apartment was absolutely perfect for our family of four. It is very clean and well appointed. The location is fantastic: steps to the Rialto Bridge, walking distance to San Marco Square, and is close to the excitement of the shopping and restaurants along the water in the area but also tucked away perfectly above a quiet square. We had the best of both worlds. It is also just a few steps to the water taxi stop, to add to the convenience. You could not ask for a better location. Many rentals have springy and uncomfortable sofa beds but Sylvia's sofa bed was great quality and our kids slept very well on it. It was lovely to have the kitchen available to us and we were thankful for the air conditioning as we were there during a major heat wave. Similar to other reviews, Sylvia is one of the best hosts we have ever dealt with. She accommodated a last min. request from us and was very prompt in all her communication throughout our stay. She met us personally at the unit and provided wonderful suggestions during our stay. She obviously takes great pride in creating a nice environment for her guests. If you have a small family and are looking for a clean, well cared for, and central place to stay in Venice, this is a great option. Thank you for making our trip memorable!