Great location, great flat, great hosts - couldn't ask for more! As this was our first visit to Venice, we were a bit nervous about transportation to and from the airport. Alessandra was very responsive and helpful in the weeks leading up to our trip, emailing us information about our transportation options and timetables. As a result, our trip went without a hitch. Her husband Andrea met us at the Vaporetto stop (which is conveniently only a 30 second walk from the flat) and proceeded to provide us with city maps and other tips about the best neighborhoods to visit, places to eat, etc. We immediately felt so much more at ease! The flat itself was exactly what we were looking for - spacious, well-decorated, and clean, with modern fixtures and appliances in the kitchen and bathroom, and a good wireless connection. Furthermore, because the flat was so centrally located, it was the perfect place from which to explore the entire city. You could walk almost anywhere within 10-20 minutes. The proximity to the Rialto bridge was also nice because we could always just follow the “per rialto” signs to find our way back :-). Since we’re early risers, this wasn’t a big issue for us, but those who visit in the summer and like to sleep in might find the nearby market vendors a bit noisy in the morning (if you have the windows open). Otherwise, the place was fantastic and Alessandra and Andrea were amazing hosts. We had such a great experience in Venice and would jump at the chance to stay with them again!