Mario was a wonderful host - meeting us at the ferry stop just round the corner, showing us how everything worked and answering all our questions. He also let us check out an extra hour later with no issue. The apartment is fantastic - looking right out on a canal I feel like we got the authentic Venice experience that is so lost with all of the more mainstream accommodation. We really felt like we were living in Venice. And even though the apartment is a little out of the main touristy areas it is an easy 10/15 min walk to places like San Marco. The apartment itself was clean and compact but with enough space to move around and felt like we were at home. I would definitely stay here again if returning to Venice.