The apartment is in an excellent location and the easiest way to get there is to take a water taxi to arsenale and walk over. There are ways to walk there without any need to carry bags on bridges. The neighborhood is friendly and charming we cooked a couple of meals and it always safe and manageable for me traveling with my young son. Daniella is an amazing host being very willing to help. The apartment can be quite hot and this s something to consider. There is one room fan and in our case we managed by sleeping in that one room. There can be an issue with mosquitoes because it is right on the canal so be sure to have bug spray etc. Otherwise a very hospitable and comfortable stay particularly the location to enjoy all of Venice and the neighborhood.