Location, location, location. This apartment was centrally located to the vaporetto (literally 1 min walk from Rialto) and many nearby shops. We were able to purchase groceries from the store (for some meals) located about 1 min walk. There were also restaurants and shops nearby.
We had a large group of extended family stay at this apartment (8 adults and 2 kids) and it was perfect! We took the entire unit which turned out to be way more spacious than expected, considering it was Venice. There was a good size kitchen with basic household items that we used to cook breakfast and a large living room. We shared 2 bathrooms and it was sufficient for us. Another great thing was that we had access to a washer (no dryer) which was a great help during a longer stay. Give yourself enough time to allow the clothes to air dry. The owner had some drying racks that they used and we used as well.
We had visited at the end of Aug and it was hot in Venice. There is no air conditioning in the apartment but with the windows open and fan in each room, it was ok for us. However, one night there was a lot of noise outside the windows (from other tourists) that bothered us a lot and we had to close the window to sleep. In Venice, where everything is close by, noise is inevitable so be prepared.
The apartment is located on the 2 second floor with about 3 flights of stairs so be prepared to walk and carry your luggage. There is an elevator that stops every other floor so you could take it up but have to walk down 1 flight.
Cristina was a great host who allowed us to keep our bags at the apartment while when we arrived early. We have had wonderful time and would love to stay again.