Unfortunately I didn't get a chance to meet Martina in person, but her contact Mimi was fantastic. She met us at the vaporetto stop to help guide us to the apartment, showed us how to use all the usual appliances, and gave some great restaurant recommendations - we liked Osteria al Mascaron so much that we went back for the vongole!

The apartment itself is lovely - the views on the roof, the charming furniture, all made for a great stay. The inside key can be challenging to figure out, however, so be patient trying to find the right keyhole. The apartment is well worth it.

Location-wise, it's almost perfect. It's in a quieter neighborhood, but still a 5-min walk from all the major sites - Rialto, Piazza San Marco, etc. There are fantastic restaurants just downstairs, and the famous Alta Acqua bookstore just around the corner. For a newcomer, I'd highly recommend that you ask Martina/Mimi to guide you to the flat, as you can easily get lost coming from the vaporetto stop.

In short, we'd love to stay again!