Circle Drive Venice Island Pool Home a Short Walk To Your Own Private Beach!

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Ample family Dining space indoors or if you prefer, outdoors on the Pool Deck.

A fully equipped Kitchen, overlooking both the Dining Room and the Pool Deck.

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Pool

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Venice, FL

Venice Fishing Pier13 min walk
Venice Beach4 min drive
Caspersen Beach4 min drive
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)41 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Our Venice Island home is less than 2 blocks off the beach and has been a short term vacation rental for the past 14 years. Unlike many, we are a legally licensed and inspected City of Venice vacation rental.
The TLC is evident from the moment you arrive. Lush landscaping greets you as you pull in the driveway and the warm feeling of home continues as you walk through the front door. The sunken living room is well furnished with that tropical feel of Tommy Bahama tables, comfy loveseat and couch and a large TV for those quiet evenings at home. The kitchen is equipped with virtually everything you'll need to whip up that gourmet dinner which you can enjoy in your dining room or poolside in your private lanai. Three bedrooms await in the split plan layout. Located on one side of the house is the master suite which is comprised of a private water closet/shower/bath, a walk-in closet and a large vanity/sink area to prep for those evenings out or to just retire to your king size bed. On the opposite side of the house are two large bright bedrooms with a shared full bath in between. Each bedroom has a queen size bed, ceiling fans overhead and plenty of storage.

Enjoy Swimming? Spend your days at your own private heated pool or stroll a block and a half away to your own private beach - the choice is yours! Enjoy biking? Venice is full of great trails and paths that can take you all the way to Sarasota or if you like an easier, shorter pace then just amble your way around the island on the provided bikes. Enjoy walking? You can go south to Sharky's - one of the best Tiki Beach Bars in Florida - to enjoy that afternoon cocktail or walk north to Venice Avenue for lunch or that evening meal at one of the many restaurants. So many choices and so little time!

Caution: If you are not familiar with Venice, be sure you understand the difference between a Vacation Home on Venice Island and homes located off the Island of Venice that claim to be close to beaches and downtown Venice.

Enjoy your search and your vacation!

John & Chris Wilson

Property manager

John and Chris Wilson

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

We have beach equipment and toys.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)

Pets allowed with Approval. Please send us a note.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking Outdoors Allowed

Booking Guest must acknowledge and return the Owner's Vacation Rental Agreement.

6 Guest total Strictly Enforced. Thank you.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Venice

Located in Venice, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Venice Beach and Caspersen Beach. Nancy's Consignments and Snook Haven Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

Venice, FL

What's nearby

Manasota Beach - 10 min walk
Venice Fishing Pier - 13 min walk
Venice Beach - 4 min drive
Caspersen Beach - 4 min drive
Venice Train Depot - 5 min drive

Getting around

Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

‪BrewBurgers Back Porch - ‬18 min walk
‪Sharky's On the Pier - ‬15 min walk
‪Fins At Sharky's - ‬15 min walk
‪Venice Fishing Pier - ‬15 min walk
‪Food+Beer - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Circle Drive Venice Island Pool Home a Short Walk To Your Own Private Beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Circle Drive Venice Island Pool Home a Short Walk To Your Own Private Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Circle Drive Venice Island Pool Home a Short Walk To Your Own Private Beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Circle Drive Venice Island Pool Home a Short Walk To Your Own Private Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Circle Drive Venice Island Pool Home a Short Walk To Your Own Private Beach! located?

Located in the heart of Venice, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Manasota Beach and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Venice Beach. Venice Fishing Pier and Brohard Paw Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

William A.

6 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Vacation

This was our second year to stay here, wonderful as always. Private beach access, wonderful pool, fully stocked kitchen, and a very responsive host, couldn’t ask for more!

Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

carol b.

21 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun

Love our stay with great weather It had everything we needed for the beach

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ginger d.

9 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing spot

This is a lovely spot.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

8 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

We are hesitant to give a good review because we want this house available for our future visits! We have stayed at multiple houses in Venice over the years and this one takes the cake. The location is perfect for the beaches (including the quietest private beach). The bikes in the garage made for an easy pedal to the beach each evening for sunset. The door to the pool open wide and there is a kid fence that helped corral our toddlers. The owners truly care that you have a nice visit and the house has everything you could need. We look forward to many stays here in the future!

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea J.

30 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

This was my first time using VRBO. This property was perfect. With having twin 8-year-olds I wanted a pool and a house close to the beach so we wouldn't have sand all over the vehicle. This house again was perfect for that. Pool was 80 degrees, so the kids had fun swimming well after dark. The private entrance to the beach was amazing!! The hosts were great! I booked this house 11 months in advance and every time I emailed them they always responded right away. I had to call them when we arrived, and they answered right away, and everything was fixed. The host stayed on the phone with me to make sure it was all good. Easy access into the house, using my phone number as the code. They had everything you need for the beach including towels, toys, tools for finding shells, coolers. They had 6 bikes. It was also close to downtown. My oldest son and his gf were able to walk downtown to explore. Loved every bit of staying here. It was the perfect Christmas!!

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

2 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location and property

Our hosts Chris and John were amazing. Right from day one their communication was excellent and when we arrived there was a nice note with a fruit basket waiting for us and then a brief visit to ensure we were OK.They are just the best! The property itself is very well equipped with everything you might want and all the usual facilities you need, washer, dryer etc etc. The pool area is very relaxing with plenty of space, chairs and sun loungers with the pool itself set to a very nice temperature and beautifully. lit at night. The location of the property is perfect, just a few minutes walk or 1 minute drive from the beach. Walking into Venice High street takes a little longer but it's only a 2-3 minute drive and there are plenty of restaurants closely and further afield.

Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

9 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great get away!!

Close to the beaches, quite neighborhood, only about a mile from downtown shopping and eating. Beautiful house with a nice pool. We really enjoyed our stay!!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt J.

13 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

This is our second stay in this house. The Wilson’s are great hosts. We will be back.

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth O.

6 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

This was a great place to stay. Convenient to the beach and downtown. John and Chris were very attentive. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

3 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Far exceeded our expectations!

The house is perfect! The right amount of space, comfortable, very clean, and had everything we needed. The pool is amazing! The beach access was so close and private. We only saw one couple at the beach two times during our stay. Other than the two times we had the beach all to ourselves. Having bikes available was nice for my teenagers to go out and explore. The house was close to everything. Nice, quiet neighborhood that felt very safe. Enjoyed staying here and will definitely try to make it back!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juanita A., Miami, FL

17 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

The house is amazing! in a very quiet and safe neighborhood. Super clean, spacious, tastefully decorated. Plenty of supplies, beach chairs, umbrellas, wagon, toys. Pool is heavenly. Being able to park inside the garage in this insane heat is a big plus! Pet friendly another big Plus for us. Owners respond fast. If I had to complaint, it would be about the A/C keeping the house cool not cold but then again we've been having extreme heat with very high heat index, which could be the case here. Notice it is not uncomfortable inside the house! We had a wonderful time and were able to celebrate our wedding anniversary in a relax atmosphere. We will return again in the near future and we do highly recommend this rental.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison O., Ephrata, PA

3 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3rd year in a row

After 3 years of renting this property, it gets better each time! John and Chris are wonderful hosts, and the property is super clean, has lots of amenities, and is in a perfect location! Looking forward to returning next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

11 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful home

We had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend this to others. We stayed for 10 days and really enjoyed the location and facilities. The house was well stocked with everything you need. The kitchen had plenty of utensils and cookware as well as all the necessary appliances (coffee maker, blender, toaster, I think there was a crockpot also) we needed. The living room had a large TV with DISH cable so we could watch the basketball games! They also had 6 very nice bicycles (we used two of them, they were Schwinns) as well as 6 beach chairs and two sand umbrellas. They even had some beach toys for the kids. The owners were super accommodating and very responsive. We had a 2-year-old and they even had a pack-and-play for her. The pool was wonderful - the kids played all day - and the lanai had a nice table and lounge chairs to relax and watch them. The beach is about a 6-minute walk and very quiet since it's a private entrance. The only comment I would make is that the King Size bed in the primary bedroom was a little on the soft side so if you like a very firm bed, beware. We had no problems with it, we slept fine. We would definitely return. Venice is a beautiful town with a lot of great restaurants and shopping and the beach was wonderful. Thank you John and Chris for letting us share your beautiful home!

Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

William A.

7 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home

Everything we wanted/needed and close to everything we wanted to do

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

scott m.

19 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property

If you need a pool and beach, this is for you!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

8 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Beautiful home with lots of space for all activities. Large patio and lanai for pool and relaxing. Table for cards with lights outside and spacious living room. Plenty of room for coing together in kitchen. Close to Venice downtown and Casperson beach within biking distance. Private beach entrance a real treat as only a block away and chairs at beach for sunsets.

Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

13 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Stay

This is the second time we stayed at this property and both times had excellent vacations. Everything you might need is available in the house including: dish soap, sponge, paper towel/toilet paper, beach supplies, bikes, etc. The location is excellent if you are looking for a quiet, relaxed neighborhood with easy access to the beach and the town.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Karen M.

5 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love the small town feel.

Very much an at home feel. The pool was amazing. We loved having the bicycles Very quiet, safe community. Walking barefoot through the house because it was so clean. Probably the cleanest unit we’ve ever rented. The kitchen was very well stocked. John and Chris were very quick to respond with answers to our questions. Beds were three out of five. Can’t tell you about the TVs because we never turned them on, too busy enjoying Venice. Loved having the space to park our vehicle in the garage. We would definitely consider returning.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valarie D., Eastham MA

21 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise in Venice

The house is wonderful. The kitchen is fully equipped, the bedrooms are situated nicely, 2 on one end, master on the other. The location can't be beat, less than a mile from shopping and restaurants, and private beach access. The pool is the big bonus though. We had the grandkids join us for a few days and they spent just about every minute in the pool. Our hosts provided beach chairs and umbrella, and six bikes for our use. We lacked for nothing and our hosts couldn't have been more gracious.

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob G.

10 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

short title

everything was good

Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Christopher S.

28 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Venice 2022

Our stay in Venice was great! The house was everything as advertised; it was roomy, clean, and had everything we needed for our family. The owners were available at any time for any questions we had or issues that arose. Would stay here again and would recommend it to anyone.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ron G.

13 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Rental for us

Property was clean, quiet, and fully equipped. We've never rented a home that was more equipped than this one. There were no issues throughout our stay. I would recommend this property to anyone that would like to vacation in Venice.

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Byron T.

20 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing and Cozy

Just perfect for our stay. The host were fabulous! Beautiful pool and home.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tre D.

14 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect property and location

This listing is exactly as described. It's just a few minutes away from the best beaches in the Venice area. The property owners were super nice and this was definitely our best rental yet. No issues at all. Simple checkout process.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gabriele H.

5 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ein Traumhaus in ruhiger Lage

Schon bei unserer späten Ankunft hatten Chris und John dafür gesorgt, dass der Kühlschrank für das Frühstück am nächsten Morgen gefüllt war. Die Eigentümer Chris und John haben ihr Haus mit Liebe. ausgestattet. Der Poolbereich mit der großzügigen Terrasse ist fantastisch. Die Lage ist ruhig, mit den bereitgestellten Fahrrädern ist man schnell beim Supermarkt und kann das Auto stehen lassen. Der Strand, der in wenigen Minurten zu erreichen ist, ist sauber und lädt zu abendlichen Spaziergängen ein. Wir haben diesen Aufenthalt bei Chris und John sehr genossen.

Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by John and Chris Wilson

We purchased this home in 2008 and after extensive renovations we spent 9 years enjoying this wonderful house as our winter Vacation Home. Like so many others, we totally fell in love with the Island of Venice and it's tropical lifestyle. Consequently, we moved to Venice permanently six years ago and now offer this home as an all season premium Vacation Home.

Why they chose this property

Prior to buying any home, we spent several vacations driving from Tampa down to Naples trying to pick the "perfect" spot to purchase our winter getaway. Needless to say, of all the Gulf locations we researched, we kept returning to this small, quaint and activity filled town that took our hearts away.

What makes this property unique

Venice has received several accolades in the last several years such as -
3rd Happiest City in America, 16th Most Affordable Small Sunny Town (266 sunny days), 4th Best Town to Live in Florida, 10th safest Mid-size City, 2nd Most Affordable West Coast Beach, Southern Living Magazine's Best Place to Retire, 11th Best Small Town to Visit in Florida, 21st Best Place to Live in U.S, Third Healthiest Region in Florida, 2nd Best Place in Florida to Retire, Expedia's Most Extraordinary Beaches in the World