Irene's apartment was incredible! It's in a very old building with a canal along it. I loved hanging out the window and watching the gondolas. There is a clothesline also to dry your clothes, they dry very fast. The apartment was spotless and fully furnished. Everything you need is there and the neighborhood is pleasantly away from the tourist crowd. You are really staying amongst the locals. Hopefully I can come back to Venice and if I do, I will definitely stay at Irene's apartment!