The hosts were very lovely and welcoming - Agostino's wife Sara came to meet me from the boat stop to lead me on the short walk to the flat. Agostino then gave me a very thorough and helpful tour of the apartment. He also gave me lots of tips about the local area. The flat was beautiful and very cosy in a great area of Venice - far less touristy but lots of fantastic restaurants etc. It was an easy stroll to the main sights. I would definitely recommend this apartment! :-)