My boyfriend and I were initially nervous after reading some of the reviews, and when the host did not give us the address of the apartment (google maps doesn’t work very well in Venice so she insists on meeting and taking you there). But we could not have been more wrong and have since recommended the place to our family and friends.
The apartment was very clean, large (especially considering the price), and recently renovated (we stayed in 579, San Polo). The host was born in Venice and spent a good hour marking up the map for us with recommendations and booked restaurant reservations for us every night of our stay on request. She suggested what to do and when, how to book, and replied promptly on Whatsapp whenever we had any questions.
The apartment was a 1-2 minute walk from the Rialto Bridge, in the heart of everything. It’s a nice quiet side street and there is even a lift (very unusual in Venice). She also let us leave our luggage after checking out and we met her before leaving Venice to pick them up.
I would give this place a 10 out of 10. I could not recommend it more. Lovely bathroom, comfortable bed, your own large living room and tv, a fully equipped kitchen with a gas hob, oven, fridge freezer, dishwasher, pots/pans/cutlery and a breakfast table. The host is extremely welcoming, has a wealth of knowledge on the area/tourist activities, and is more than happy to help.