We had a fantastic stay in Venice. Very convenient to arrive via water bus from the airport. We met Ezio's friend in a square near the flat to pick up the keys and everything went smoothly. The flat is basic and roomy, it was a great jumping off point to explore the islands.
The neighborhood is slightly outside the tourist center, and there are many good restaurants and bars nearby. All of Venice is full of tourists but this area felt a bit more authentic to us. The flat is 20 minutes walking to almost everywhere on the islands, including the train station.