We had a fabulous stay at Luciano's apartment. It is well located near the popular campo san margherita, so in a more local area than with all the tourists. But it is an eaay 15 minute walk from the train station and 25 mins from St. Marks square (with a few bridges in between but thats Venice!). The apartment itself id large, comfortable and sparkling clean. We did not meet Luciano himself but he responded quickly and sent us a very detailed photo direction map to his house. His friend met us and checked us in and had kindly left a few basic breakfast items for us as well as a few maps and guide books. We would higly recommend Luciano's place.