The location of Barbara's place is great. It's really convenient to get to Rialto Bridge or Saint Marks Square. The street below the apartment is pretty busy tho and can get loud in the mornings as the store fronts open. But the plus side of this is that there is a pizza place on the opposite side of the street that is cheap, delicious, and easy to grab on your way in or out of the apartment. The bathroom is a bit tight and shared with other guests, but it gets the job done. Overall, great value and convenience for Venice!