The house was just right - quiet neighbourhood away from the madding tourist crowds and yet close enough to walk to San Marco & Rialto, beautiful views esp of the small canal and passing gondolas from the balconies, and charming door panels and lights. Well stocked and spacious kitchen.
And most importantly a good host. Alice kindly helped with transfer from the water taxi station to the house even though it was late in the evening and generally had organised things very well.