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ISOLATE - MEDITATE - RECREATE

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Enjoy the privacy of being tucked away in this unique location.
Wildlife take refuge in adjoining county owned land. Great photo opportunities!
Live the Florida Life! Home opens to outdoor living area.
Steps through the backyard and you will be at the inter-coastal waterway.
Front of house on a quiet street.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Venice, FL
  • Venice Fishing Pier
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Venice Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Caspersen Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Venice, FL (VNC-Venice Municipal)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

ISOLATE - MEDITATE - RECREATE

Venice's Best Kept Secret!!

We all need our own space and this hideaway provides it and more. Perfect for some much needed R&R. From inside your eyes will be drawn to the private outdoor living area. The beautiful aqua blue water of the swimming pool, dense surrounding foliage, birds, butterflies and other resident wildlife make this retreat truly unique.
You are just steps away from the Intercoastal waterway and walking/ bike path. Take a short stroll on foot or venture farther by bike for a few miles to the gulf or head to downtown Venice to explore restaurants and shopping.

This home is nestled in the trees at the edge of a nature preserve, Intracoastal Waterway, and miles of paved bike/walking path. This three bedroom, two bath pool home is located on a dead-end street with a wooded area to the west and green space across the street to the north-east. The back of the home faces the sunset with glass-sliders opening out onto over-sized paver lanai with gorgeous pool view from master bedroom and entire expansive length of living room giving the feel of endless room. Although this property is populated with several beautiful trees, there is no shortage of sun!

The backyard is a peaceful sanctuary for Florida birds and a pass-through for the small timid bobcat. Walk forty steps off the backyard and you will be on the Venetian Waterway Bike/Walking Trail with miles of paved path that follow the Intracoastal Waterway and connect to the Legacy Trail which continues toward Sarasota. You can also bike to several businesses, restaurants, beaches, and parks on the island of Venice from the Venetian Waterway Trail.

Hop on your bike, take a walk, or relax on the bench (as pictured) and be mesmerized by the view because you are also on the Intracoastal Waterway. This is home to dolphins, manatees, and endless marine life. The Intracoastal Waterway runs parallel to the Gulf of Mexico and accommodates everything from kayaks to large yachts traveling locally or those traveling from northern parts of Florida toward the Keys.

This home is in a neighborhood with close proximity to several beaches. There is a kayak launch within the neighborhood. Another bonus for this homes location is Shamrock Park. Shamrock Park is within walking distance of this amazing home and offers nature trails, tennis courts, basketball courts, large children's playground, picnic areas, and restrooms. It is also home to the Florida Scrub Jay (a blue robin-sized social bird) and several tortoises, not to mention large Florida birds.

The location of this home is in a coastal community with the opportunity to visit several beaches in Venice, to the north in Sarasota, or to the south in Englewood.

Pool Heat is optional and available for an additional $110/week plus tax. Please inquire before or after reservation is made if you would like pool heat added to your reservation.

The ferry that is mentioned in some reviews is now available to residents only.
Maximum number of guests: 4

Property manager

Angela L., FCR&Rs
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Rental agreement must be electronically signed prior to arrival.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Venice

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in South Venice, a neighbourhood in Venice. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Venice Beach and Caspersen Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Fox Lea Farm or CoolToday Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Venice, FL

What's nearby

  • Venice Fishing Pier - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Brohard Paw Park - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Venice Beach - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Manasota Beach - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Caspersen Beach - 10 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharky's On the Pier - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fins At Sharky's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Venice Fishing Pier - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does ISOLATE - MEDITATE - RECREATE have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is ISOLATE - MEDITATE - RECREATE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ISOLATE - MEDITATE - RECREATE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ISOLATE - MEDITATE - RECREATE?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ISOLATE - MEDITATE - RECREATE located?

Located in South Venice, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Jacaranda West Country Club and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Woodmere Park. Venice Beach and Venice Area Audubon Society are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER O.

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

Fantastic!

The house was lovely and very private. The host was very kind and responsive. Many little things were included that made for a seamless stay (laundry soap, garbage bags, coffee). I highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jaime L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday Vacation

We enjoyed our two week stay at this home We loved the location! . It had everything one would need for a short/long stay. Loved the pool and being on the waterway. It has a nice sized laundry/entry way. We did have a couple of issues early on. One with the washing machine and the other with the air conditioning, but the host was VERY quick toremedy both issues. One thing we did find disappointing was the cleanliness of the home. We put a half day into cleaning the home (wiping down the inside of cupboards, vacuuming under furniture/beds and closets and so forth). Things that one would expect when renting and the previous guests paying a cleaning fee as we did. Overall, it is a nice home to spend your vacation. I am simply sharing this information in hopes that there is a little more attention given to the cleaning of the home in preparation for guests. remedy the situation .rem situations.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Erin H.

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

Family Getaway

Listed below are the pros & cons! We had a great trip! There were 5 of us including 3 little kids. The location of the house is in such a nice quiet neighborhood that also has a great bike/walking path right out the back along a beautiful waterway that offered beautiful views of the sunset. We saw so many different kinds of lizards, cool frogs, a huge iguana, an amazing bobcat & a gopher tortoise right from our yard! Walking down the path it goes to the wildlife area & we saw so many tortoise homes & had beautiful birds come right up to us! The heated pool was great! Pros: location, enclosed pool (can be heated), grill, price, carport, owner communication, beach sifters & chairs, lots of bath & beach towels, washer & dryer, wildlife Cons: So many mosquitoes it was miserable outside the house or pool, the AC couldn’t keep up with the heat. It got up to 81d almost daily & we had to buy fans. The master curtains didn’t cover the whole windows & were see through so no privacy. Then the curtains in the living room were so sheer/see through they let the sun heat it up bad(we covered the windows with towels & blankets for privacy & to keep it cool), light switches don’t actually turn on any lights except in the kitchen /living room, no bathroom counter space & no mirror over the sink, just a very weird layout/setup, no full length mirrors, lots of cleaning rules when paying a cleaning fee. Overall it was a good stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri M.

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

Fantastic anniversary trip

Great location, pool was a plus although we spent 90% of our time at local beaches. We had a fantastic time. It was a nice home away from home.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy R.

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

Ocala vacation

I brought my mom and son here for a week to visit with family. It was everything we hoped for and thoroghly enjoyed our stay. Bed were comfortable. It was centrally located and on the International waterway that provided an excellent and safe place for exercise or just a nice walk. We enjoyed the pool every day. The house was equipped with accomodations that made it easy to eat in and play without having to buy alot of extras. The beach chairs, cooler, and umbrella came in handy. Angie was great to work with and responded to messages promptly. If we ever get a chance to return to the area I hope the house will be available because we would love to stay again. We all miss it since we left.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Quick Family Get Awsy

The location was perfect for what we needed at this time. Some beautiful old growth trees, bike path, and Shamrock Park near by is an excellent option for tennis and basketball. We enjoyed our stay and the property management was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Rachel M.

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

quiet secluded villa in amongst the woods and lake

Villa situated in quiet area in wooded surrounds. Lots of wildlife to watch, squirrels, birds even saw a bobcat. Ideal for beach trips, boat rides and numerous restaurants nearby. Thanks for a lovely stay
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy Z.

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

If you like quiet and private - this is the place for you!

We rent often from VRBO and I think this is my favorite location ever. Spotlessly clean, private pool and great sunset views over the canal. Just minutes away from multiple beaches and yes - we found shark's teeth. :) We'll be back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

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

A Wonderful, Quiet Place

The property is located at the end of a 'dead-end street'. It is very quiet with a wonderful pool area. The house is very cosy and comfortable with a nice kitchen, living room and three bedrooms, each one having a nice size. Interacting with the real estate representative, Angie, was such a pleasure. The reservation process and the following check-in and check-out was a breeze. The overall location is very convenient and you can reach all the local beaches within 30 minutes driving. If you are looking for a nice family Florida vacation, I can highly recommend this property.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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

Great property

Beautiful home, quiet location, lots of wildlife to view.. What more can you ask for! The whole family loved our stay.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hollie C.

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

Very cute house

This home has everything you need for your stay, it was clean, and has a very nice pool, I really appreciated the mesh gate around the pool to keep out little ones since we had an infant and 3 year old with us :) this property is also very secluded which is very peaceful and relaxing. Property manager very quick to respond and helpful. Great spot for a relaxing vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah D.

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

Great stay, miss it already!

I'm writing this with future guests in mind, saying mostly what I'd want to know if searching for a vacation home. The hosts were wonderful. We got into Florida early and Angie let us check in a couple hours early which was a huge blessing. And any time I reached out to Angie or Gary I was answered in a timely manner. The house was clean, the pool was amazing (loved the safety gate around pool!), the beds were comfortable... everything was great! There are pool toys and beach toys, the only thing I could have used was a beach cart but I don't expect a house to supply it all. Just a thought of something to bring. And bikes would have been really awesome to bring for the trail out back which you can take down to the playground which is about a 20 min walk. The house is a short drive to beaches, about 10 min, and it was super cool to find shark teeth and great shells. Siesta Key has much nicer beaches, white sand and better for swimming but very touristy and expensive. South Venice is more of a residential area. That can be a good thing, depends on what you want out of vacation. There are a lot of strip malls and chain restaurants, rather than the little cute beach town feel, but there are also great thrift stores and pretty much everything you can think of within 10 min drive. Great time, wonderful house, would come back again! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne Z.

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

Couples Get Away

This property was in a wonderful location and had everything we needed for a great beach getaway!! The kitchen is well stocked with dishes, glasses, pots and pans. There are beach chairs, umbrellas, beach towels and sand sifters for the shark tooth hunters. The pool was clean and very private. We enjoyed the access to the Legacy Bike Trail. Angie answered all if my questions quickly. Great vacation home.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Lor M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Venice Rental

Living room has beautiful windows overlooking the pool area. Backyard leads to Venetian Walkway and Shammrock Park. Great for those who love to stroll along the waterway. Venice beach and retail stores are close by. As previously noted, the bathrooms are very small. The sink for one bathroom is actually in the bedroom. There is a tight shower stall. Angie and Gary were quick to address some problems. The location and back yard are the biggest selling point. An enjoyable experience.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K., Okemos

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

Excellent Location, Excellent Stay

We stay in Venice every year and this has been our favorite at this price point bc of the location and pool. We added the extra to heat the pool and it was so worth it, highly recommend. The yard was great and it was amazing being able to step out the backyard onto the trail for a run or bike ride. Also loved the proximity of Shamrock Park for the kids. So close to all the great Venice beaches too. The house was similar to other south Venice properties but bc of the location and pool we now definitely rank this as our favorite! Excellent communication from Angie too. Thanks for a fantastic couple of weeks.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Peaceful, quiet, private, relaxing!

I have been traveling to Florida for 8 years, sometimes twice a year. This place was special! Relaxing poolside in the mornings and evenings and exploring the area and beaches during the day. Angie gave us all the information we needed before arrival. This was a 5 star the moment we walked in. It felt like an oasis - for me at least. Thank you both Gary and Angie, allowing us to share this little piece of paradise - just save a time slot for us so we can return to this special place
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan M., Waukesha WI

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

Florida vacation

Stayed for a week with family and had a great time! The location was perfect for us and close to several different beaches which we visited daily. We enjoyed spending time in the pool area and watching the lizards and birds. We travelled with our 2 year old grandson and there was many safety features for the pool area the made me feel more comfortable. Angie even had a pool safety fence set up for our arrival. The house and yard is very private. You cannot see the neighboring houses from the back yard/pool area and the landscaping is really nice and relaxing. It is a quick walk through the backyard to the paved trail and a short stroll to shamrock park. We walked there every evening and enjoyed the sunset along the way. The house itself is also comfortable and very well stocked with everything you need to cook, spend time swimming or just relax. The cherry on top was getting to see a mama bobcat and 3 kittens our last day :). Highly recommend this place for those looking for a peaceful place to swim, relax and destress
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellen J.

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

Perfect for family

This is our 3rd time renting from Angie. This property was our favorite. We saw a dolphin in the waterway, tortoises in the backyard, an armadillo, and a bobcat. The pool was wonderful. The property was nice and secluded. It was very central to beaches and shopping. This was by far our favorite house that we have rented in our years of visiting Venice. We look forward to next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Violetta P.

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

Feels like paradise

We have had a blast. Very comfortable stay with all the amenities needef
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Nice vacation..

Was a nice quiet neighborhood. Neighbors are friendly .. The pool was a hit with the lil one and close to the beach..
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherri B.

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

Home Away From Home

Our family travels to Venice in the summer often and this is our second Vrbo experience. The house was in a great location, walking distance to the intercoastal waterway where we biked and took a walk almost every evening. My husband enjoyed fishing as well. It is close to alot of area beaches . The house was older but had some updates. It was comfortable and clean. The pool was nice although our kids did not play in it as much due to it being on the colder side(you can pay to have it heated...I would recommend ). There are plenty of lizards that visit while in the pool area and my kids were naming them. Milipedes were in season so we had an issue with those throughout the home but there is not much you can do about that but escort them outside. The home has EVERYTHING you need for the beach. There is a whole closet dedicated to beach things. The bathrooms are on the smaller side but clean. It took the water a little time to get warm. Kitchen is well equipped and there is a patio with a grill..We saw a bobcat, tortoise and lots of bunnies. Our family very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad P.

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

Love the location.

My first priority is always the location of a house close enough to walk to fish. The waterway is very close and we caught a good amount of fish in it. The pool kept the family happy. Very clean and nicely kept house overall. Only slight negative of the house would be the bathrooms. Kinda cramped and awkward but usable.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan G., Grand Rapids, MI

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

Just lovely!

We had a terrific stay. The location is ideal as is the pool! Be sure to pay the little bit extra to have it heated- that was the best! The house is very clean and spacious and well decorated. The floor plan is a typical Florida house footprint with smaller bathrooms, but they are very clean and updated. We would rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Lovely home in Venice -nature trail-ferry & private beach

Our family of 5 plus a guest had a wonderful time at this lovely rental home. The pool was wonderful and I would recommend paying the extra for the heater(December). Everything we needed was at the house. we loved that the house came with a pass key to the ferry & private beach! They even had beach umbrellas, towels , toys & everyone’s favorite shark teeth collecting tools! My favorite part was that the neighborhood was a nice quiet area and there was tons of wildlife to see. The nature trail- walking& bike path was perfect and the shamrock nature center was nice to walk to. We have no complaints and hope to stay at this location in the future! Thank you so much!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

lori j., Watertown, CT

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

The house was quiet, clean, and well stocked.

The pool was refreshing. We saw a bobcat in the backyard, also a big turtle. The pass for the ferry was nice. We went to the private beach 3 times. Well worth going. Our only negative is the master bed, only one person can sleep in it otherwise you both end up in a gully in the middle of the bed.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Angela L., FCR&Rs

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What makes this property unique

The location of this home is unbeatable. Enjoy Mother Nature from your doorstep as you relax poolside. The property is planted to attract butterflies and has a very active population of several types. While convenient to local shopping, restaurants, and beaches, this home abuts a nature preserve and Intracoastal Waterway and offers the opportunity to bike or walk for miles from the property on a paved path. Whether at the private beach or in the backyard there will be no chance for boredom here!!

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