I chose this because it was on a canal but had no idea what a brilliant choice it was. It was a 10 minute walk from where all transportation puts you, it was a real neighborhood - one with few tourists - and a wonderful, busy campo was only a bridge away. A vaporetto stop was close. The apartment was attractive and comfortable and had everything we needed. We spent a lot of time just leaning out the window watching the world go by. The canal was busy and noisy although shutting the windows blocked out all the noise and our bedrooms were either on a quieter canal or the courtyard so sleeping was no problem. Check in was smooth and the owner responded immediately to any questions.