Beachy 3BR Retreat ~ Heated Pool & Fenced Yard ~ Pet Friendly! Star of Venice!
Welcome to The Star of Venice, your perfect home base for an unforgettable Florida vacation! This beautifully appointed South Venice retreat combines comfort, convenience, and coastal charm — just minutes from some of the best beaches on the Gulf Coast.
Whether you’re here to unwind by the pool, explore local trails, or enjoy sunset dinners by the beach, this home has everything you need for a truly relaxing stay.
🏡 The Home
Step inside and feel at ease in the open, beach-inspired living space. With three bedrooms, two full baths, and a split floor plan, everyone can enjoy comfort and privacy.
Outside, the screened lanai with a heated pool invites you to spend sunny days lounging, swimming, or dining al fresco. The fully fenced backyard offers peace and privacy — perfect for families or guests bringing pets (with approval).
🛏️ Rest & Recharge • Master Suite: King bed with a plush Serta pillow-top mattress, walk-in shower, large closet, and private sliding doors to the pool. • Second Bedroom: Queen bed with easy access to the pool bath. • Third Bedroom: Twin-over-full bunk bed plus a dedicated workspace — ideal for kids, teens, or remote work.
All bedrooms include Roku TVs, ceiling fans, and comfortable bedding to help you rest easy after a fun day out.
🍳 Cook, Dine & Entertain
Whip up meals in the fully equipped kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, a reverse osmosis water dispenser, and plenty of storage. Enjoy family dinners in the spacious dining room or fire up the Weber gas grill for poolside barbecue nights.
Two sets of pocketing sliding glass doors open to the lanai — creating the perfect indoor-outdoor flow for entertaining or simply enjoying the Florida breeze.
☀️ Fun in Every Direction
The Star of Venice is ideally located near everything you could want: • Beaches: Manasota (5 min) and Venice Beach (10 minutes), Caspersen, Nokomis & Siesta Key (15–30 minutes) • Parks & Trails: Shamrock Park (tennis, basketball, playground, and Legacy Trail access) and Woodmere Park (pickleball & horseshoes) • Fitness: Planet Fitness, YMCA, and free beach yoga all nearby • Dining & Shopping: Fantastic local restaurants, shops, and cafes — many within 2 miles or that deliver
🚴♀️ Ready for Adventure
Explore the area like a local! The garage is stocked with adult and child bikes, beach chairs, coolers, shark tooth sifters, umbrellas, toys, and more. Everything you need for a stress-free day at the beach or a scenic bike ride is right here.
🐾 Pet Friendly
Bring your furry friend along! The fully fenced yard and nearby Brohard Paw Park (dog beach) make this a great spot for pet owners. The neighborhood even hosts a casual “dog walk meet & greet” each evening around 5:30.
💻 Stay Connected
Whether you’re working remotely or streaming your favorite shows, high-speed Wi-Fi and Roku TVs in every room keep you connected and entertained.
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Make The Star of Venice your home away from home and experience everything the Florida Gulf Coast has to offer — sunshine, sand, and serenity all in one perfect spot.
Book your stay today and discover why guests say they never want to leave!
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The pool is accessible, please watch your children
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Well-behaved pets under 50lbs considered.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking!
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
No need to strip beds, just leave them unmade
Return all used beach gear/empty provided coolers & leave in garage
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please message owner for pet requirements. Any damages by pets are responsibility of guest. Please do not leave pets unattended.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Frequently asked questions
Does Beachy 3BR Retreat ~ Heated Pool & Fenced Yard ~ Pet Friendly! Star of Venice! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Beachy 3BR Retreat ~ Heated Pool & Fenced Yard ~ Pet Friendly! Star of Venice!?
As of 8 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachy 3BR Retreat ~ Heated Pool & Fenced Yard ~ Pet Friendly! Star of Venice! on 5 Jun, 2026 start from S$257, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Beachy 3BR Retreat ~ Heated Pool & Fenced Yard ~ Pet Friendly! Star of Venice! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Beachy 3BR Retreat ~ Heated Pool & Fenced Yard ~ Pet Friendly! Star of Venice!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beachy 3BR Retreat ~ Heated Pool & Fenced Yard ~ Pet Friendly! Star of Venice!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beachy 3BR Retreat ~ Heated Pool & Fenced Yard ~ Pet Friendly! Star of Venice!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beachy 3BR Retreat ~ Heated Pool & Fenced Yard ~ Pet Friendly! Star of Venice! located?
This family-friendly Venice holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Venice Area Audubon Society, Elite Health Venice and Lemon Bay. Woodmere Park and Woodmere Paw Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great spot for stay in Venice. Easy to get to. Comfortable, well equiped and host wonderful to deal with. Would recommend to anyone looking for affordable place for Florida vacation.
This home is a great place to stay while visiting Venice . Close to beaches, restaurants and shopping. The house is well stocked with shark tooth finding tools, beach towels and so many other things you don’t have to worry about bring! Also the host is very responsive and friendly!
This place was wonderful. It was private, quiet, close to everything you needed. This was probably my favorite place I've stayed at so far. Would definitely stay here again
Susan A.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2023
Thank you so much! I love my quiet neighborhood, it’s convenient to everything, yet still peaceful! I hope you will visit again.
Very nice very convenient excellent communications
Great property management well stocked nice location very comfortable and nice private beach access!
Lisa V.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2023
Thank you for the nice review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and we could accommodate the rest of your family at the last minute. Family is important to us! We hope you will visit us again at The Star of Venice.
We had a wonderful stay. Property is exactly as described and beautiful. Host was very welcoming and helpful of our needs during our stay. One of our most relaxing and refreshing stays we have had. Would most certainly recommend staying here and will be looking forward to booking another stay.
Douglas B S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2024
The Star of Venice is truly a relaxing stay! I’m so glad you chose my home for your stay in Venice! Thanks for your 5 star review & I hope you will visit again!
This property was beautiful, spacious and very well stocked. The neighborhood was quiet but so close to everything. Neighbors were very friendly.
Dana T.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Patrick H.
18 Apr, 2019
Wonderful stay
Wonderful place to stay, close to all of what we like to do in Venice.
Beautiful home in a nice neighborhood.
Privacy fence creates a nice private backyard and pool area.
We plan to stay here again on a future trip back to Venice.
Patrick H.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2023
We are so happy that you enjoyed your trip and felt right at home. Visit again soon!
The house was perfect for our vacation. Everything exactly how described, clean and beautiful. The location was perfect for everything we wanted to do on vacation. Michelle was wonderful, she checked in to make sure we had everything we needed to make our stay perfect. Will definitely stay here on future trips.
Jennifer R.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2024
Thank you Jennifer for your 5 star review! I would love to host you again.
We stayed 6/20 to 6/26 and have absolutely zero complaints. Home was comfortable and well equipped. We spent a lot of time at beach and had everything needed from chairs, umbrellas, cooler, and shark tooth hunting equipment If we had a question Michelle answered right away ( we didn’t have many)A 10 to 20 minute ride to beaches, restaurants and Wellen Park. Overall a great experience
Dave B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct, 2025
Thank you for the great review! I hope your family will visit again. Venice truly is wonderful and The Star of Venice is a great home base for adventures!
The house was fantastic. It had everything we could ask for. The pool was so nice and a great temperature. We would definitely stay again. We had a wonderful, relaxing time.
Kathleen R.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr, 2024
Thank you Kathleen for your great review! I agree, I think it’s a little slice of heaven on Earth as well! Come back and visit again!
This house was perfect for our family visiting for Christmas. The floor plan worked for early risers vs those who aren't, the kitchen was well appointed for meal preparation, and the host was prompt with check-in info and making sure our needs were met. Will definitely rent again if needed.
Michelle E.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan, 2025
Thank you so much Michelle for your kind words! I truly believe the house and its split floor plan is great for families and/or multiple couples. I appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience. I strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable stay for all guests, and I am thrilled to hear that your family was able to enjoy their visit. I hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future."
We loved our stay here! This home was equipped with lots of things for us to use at the beach and we appreciated the abundance of beach towels as the kids were in and out of the pool all weekend and they left us with plenty of supplies to keep the towels clean too. The property manager was very accommodating and had great communication with us before, during, and after. The home was clean, the backyard and pool felt private, and the neighborhood was cute and quaint. There is plenty of stores and restaurants nearby and only 15 min from the beach! We definitely recommend to stay here!
Michelle Q.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2025
Thank you for your 5 star review. As the owner & property manager, I make every attempt to provide a well-kept home that provides everything one would need for a great stay! I’m so glad you enjoyed your visit to The Star of Venice, I hope you will visit again!
We had a wonderful, relaxing stay. The house is beautiful and spacious with everything we needed for a week visiting nearby family. We went to Blind Pass Beach (a 15 min drive) every morning, napped and read on the lanai in the afternoon, and then swam in the gorgeous pool in the evenings. Michelle was a kind and responsive host.
Jessica S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan, 2024
Thank you for the 5 star review. Blind Pass beach is one of my favorite places to visit. I love the scenic drive. Please visit again soon.
Great location to beaches and shopping. Great house layout with 3 bedrooms sleeping 7. All the beach toys and baby needs you could ask for. And a great pool. Michelle was a great host responding quickly to any and all questions.
Gene P.
Stayed 18 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2023
Thanks Gene & family! I’m glad the house worked great for you all. I love the split floor plan, lots of space and still privacy.
We had an amazing time at the Star of Venice!! The neighborhood was quiet and close to everything we wanted. The home had everything we needed. Our kiddos loved the pool!! We had several meals on the lanai by the pool. We also enjoyed the ferry to the private beach. We definitely plan to come back!
Brittany F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2023
We love the private beach, especially when the others are crowded. The pool is awesome for kids and adults alike. We strive to have everything you could need. We love cooking in and enjoying eating meals on the lanai. Of course, there are also so many great restaurants close by too. We are SO glad you enjoyed your stay and are glad to hear you will visit again! Thank you!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Eric H.
13 Jul, 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Fun
Seems to be 30 mins from whatever beach you want
Eric H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2023
Thank you for the feedback Eric, however there are 5 different beaches Manansota, Blind Pass, Venice, Nokomis, Caspersen, & Brohard all within 10 miles of the house. The private beach ferry pass provided allows access to the S Venice beach ferry just 1.5 miles from the house. Manasota beach is just a quick 5 minutes away and has lots of free parking, public restrooms & concessions. These were all listed in the welcome letter. According to previous reviews, you won’t find a better equipped, clean & comfortable home with all beach gear needed within 10 miles of 5 easily accessible beautiful beaches, especially at a great rate. I hope you enjoyed your vacation in Venice.
We enjoyed our stay here. We had 2 families and the house had plenty of space for 4 adults and our teenage children. The house was very clean and bright. The beds were comfortable. The owner had everything we needed for the week. The location is close to many different beaches and restaurants. We would definitely recommend this place.
Melinda R.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan, 2024
Melinda, I love it when families can visit and come together to make wonderful memories. Thank you for your 5 star review. I hope you will make plans to come back.
About the host
Hosted by Michelle Harbison
I am a kindergarten teacher in KY. I have taught Kindergarten for 29 years and love my job. I can't wait to retire to Venice and enjoy the beaches, lifestyle and great weather year-round.
Why they chose this property
I love the Venice area and can't wait to spend time there when I retire. The beaches are gorgeous, the people are friendly, and you can enjoy the outdoors year-round. I chose this neighborhood because it is conveniently located to numerous beaches and close to shopping and restaurants, yet it is SO quiet and feels very private.
What makes this property unique
The location and convenience are stand-out features of my home. It is also very well appointed with everything you may need to have a relaxing vacation. I communicate with my guests to make certain the home meets their expectations. I love coming home after a day at the beach and taking a relaxing dip in the pool. The split floor plan provides privacy but also space for all your needs.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests