Venice Travel and Vacation Rental Overview
As per latest estimates, there are around 90 to 100 vacation rental properties available in Venice in the Florida state of USA. Most of them are vacation rental houses and apartments. You will find a good number of vacation villa rentals and condo rentals. You will find very few vacation cottages and studios too for vacationers. Most of the vacation rental properties are 1 and 2 bedroom that can easily accommodate 1-4 and 5-8 people. So for vacationers in smaller groups have a good choice. Most of the vacation rental properties come alongwith golfing facilities. Good news for the pet owners planning to travel with their pets and handicapped as a good number of the vacation rental properties have facilities for them.
Venice is a city in Sarasota County, Florida, United States. It is noted for its large snowbird population. Its newspaper is the Venice Gondolier Sun. Tampa Bay's Univision affiliate WVEA-TV is licensed to Venice, though it is based in Tampa, and broadcasts from Riverview. Venice is a principal city of the Bradenton-Sarasota-Venice, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Venice is located on Gulf of Mexico on the west coast of Florida about 75 miles south of Tampa and 20 miles south of Sarasota. The Venice area is actually made up of five communities located in Sarasota County; Venice, South Venice, Nokomis, Laurel and Osprey. The population of Venice is about 17,000, while the greater Venice area population is about 84,000. |
Venice Attractions and Activities
Vacation in Venice is ideal for beachcombers as Venice beaches are good for shell collecting, but fossil hunters know that it is among the best places in North America to find 50-million year old sharks teeth. They are relatively abundant here due to the ancient shark burial grounds located just offshore. Venice is also a very scenic place, abundant with beach plants such as sea grapes. Whether youre hoping for a memorable romantic getaway or cheap family beach vacations, Venice has a lot to offer.
Venice Attractions
Parks: There are also many beautiful parks in the Venice area, many of which include recreational activities such as tennis, baseball, soccer, nature trails and boat launch ramps. Humphris Park, also known as the South Jetty, is located at the northern end of the city. The jetty provides a great fishing area and boat access between the Gulf of Mexico and the Inter-coastal Waterway.
Venice Art Center: Dedicated to encouraging and stimulate the appreciation of art in the Venice area, this art center features many flexible display galleries displaying the works of local and regional artists. A wide range of classes are also available.
The Golf Club at Capri Isles: This newly redesigned 18-hole par 72 course has grown into one of the most beautiful courses in the area. Lakes and water are in play on 14 of the 18 holes and call for strategic plays. Elevated, undulating greens and fairways lined with pine trees create even more challenges for players.
Calusa Lakes Golf Club: Calusa Lakes beautiful wooded terrain highlights the natural setting of this outstanding, 18-hole presentation. Designed by Ted McAnlis, the spacious course is nestled in an eco-friendly planned community, with the homes tucked discretely in the background, and weaves its way through pine forest and oak-covered lake banks. The rolling fairways, fair landing areas, and large greens offer a unique and enjoyable golfing experience.
Jacaranda West Country Club: This Chip Powell designed golf course has received many awards over the years including "Best Private Country Club", "Best Tennis Facility", "Best Place to buy Gulf Equipment" and "Best Banquet Facility" - in short its the best-kept secret in Venice, Florida! Nested in the Jacaranda West Community, majestic oaks and native landscaping abound in this unparalleled Florida atmosphere.
Venice Little Theatre: Are you in the mood for a night of entertainment and culture while visiting Venice? Venice Little Theatre, in downtown Venice, is a wonderfully rich experience for entertainment lovers of all ages. The Venice Little Theatre was transformed from the original Kentucky Military Institute to the Little Theatre in the 1950s and has come serve the greater Venice community as the largest per capita community theatre in the country. The building is located near the historic downtown shopping area, at 140 W. Tampa Ave. and is filled with beautiful reminders of the rich history of Venice.
There are two different theatre areas, one known as the Main Stage and the other as Stage II. Both theatre areas are small in size, with the Main Stage holding only 432 audience members and Stage II equipped with 90 seats. This makes for an intimate, close-up theatre experience that you won't forget soon.
Venetian Waterway Park: Currently under construction, this linear park is located along the east bank of the Intracoastal Waterway and will ultimately form nearly ten miles of trails along both sides of the waterway for visitors to enjoy hiking, jogging, biking, and rollerblading around the City of Venice.
Venice Activities
Golfing: Golfing is great in Venice, Florida! There are a large variety of courses, public and semi-private as well as wonderful golfing communities.
Fishing: Fishing enthusiasts can find plenty of enjoyment in Venice. Residents can fish from the beach, piers, or local charter boats. The Gulf of Mexico, Sarasota Bay, Little Sarasota Bay, and the Inter-coastal Waterway offer excellent marine fishing. A wealth of lakes and tributaries and the Myakka River provide endless possibilities for fresh water fishing. Venice Municipal Fishing Pier, located adjacent to Sharky's Restaurant on Harbor Drive, has a bait shop, terrific views of the sunset and is a favorite spot for fishing.
Venice Festivals and Events
13th Annual Film Festival (Thursday, July 23, 2009).18th Annual BB&T Venice Sharks Tooth Festival (April 9-11, 2010).Venice labor day craft festival (Sep 5, 2009).3rd ANNUAL VENICE JAZZ FESTIVAL (September 25 - 26 , 2009).AACT International Festival (June 22-27, 2010). |
