Displaced due to storm? Need a temporary home? Need vacation? Work from home?
Guest rating: 3.9 / 5
This property is a vacation-home style stay in Venice Gardens (Venice, Florida), set next to a golf course and on a river, with beach access and a short drive to Venice Beach and Sharky’s on the Pier (about 3 miles). The home is described as spacious and bright, with many windows, light-filtering blinds, and blackout curtains. A screened back porch/patio is positioned for outdoor meals and evening stargazing, and outdoor amenities include a grill and fireplace. Inside, the unit is set up for longer stays with a full kitchen (microwave and oven/stove), washer, heating/air conditioning, cable TV, and free Wi‑Fi, plus free parking. It’s pet-friendly (with a non-refundable pet deposit) and kid-friendly, with a crib available. Dining options nearby include First Watch, Bonefish Grill, Pokehub Venice, and several Mexican and casual restaurants within a short drive.
Best for
Best suited to travelers who want a temporary home base in Venice—storm-displaced guests, longer stays, or work-from-home trips—thanks to the full kitchen, washer, Wi‑Fi, and free parking. It also fits small groups or families (sleeping 4–6 adults/children) and pet owners, and it appeals to guests who like outdoor time on a screened porch with a grill and fireplace near river and beach areas.
Travel tips
The beach is not in easy walking distance; plan to drive about 3 miles to Venice Beach or Sharky’s on the Pier. For local transit, US 41 Byp N @ Center Rd bus stop is roughly a 5-minute walk (about 476 m). If arriving by air, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is the closest listed major airport (about 37.7 km), with others (Punta Gorda and Southwest Florida International) farther away.
What guests say
Reviews frequently highlight the quality of the in-home setup, including a modern, well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, strong shower hot water and water pressure, and reliable washer/dryer performance. Guests also note good communication in positive experiences. A significant negative theme appears in at least one account describing serious arrival/access issues and an inability to reach the host, resulting in the guests not being able to enter the unit. Overall, feedback is strongly influenced by whether check-in access and host responsiveness go smoothly.
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