Great experience! We had a bit of an issue initially, however the host was accommodating (thank you!) and the convenience and romance of the flat more than made up for it. We were met at the water bus station and shown to the flat (which was good since it was our first time in Venice). We were in the check in process and gondolas started going by with someone singing! It was so awesome. We heard them several more times and loved the fact that that the window overlooked the canal. The location was also wonderful. Within walking distance of all the places we wanted to go. I would highly recommend.