2 BR Home with private beach access to Golden Beach - Luna Sea
Welcome to Luna Sea, professionally managed by Gulf Coast Vacation Rentals and ideally located in the exclusive Golden Beach neighborhood of Venice Island. Just four blocks from the Gulf of Mexico, this charming coastal retreat offers guests deeded private beach access to Golden Beach, one of the most peaceful and desirable stretches of shoreline in the area.
A short half-mile walk or bike ride brings you to the neighborhood's private beach entrance, reserved exclusively for residents and guests. Here you'll enjoy fewer crowds, open shoreline, and breathtaking Gulf sunsets. The access includes an outdoor shower, picnic tables, and a gazebo for shaded breaks between swims. Venice is known as the Shark Tooth Capital of the World, making every beach walk an opportunity to discover prehistoric treasures along the sand.
Luna Sea also places you within easy reach of Historic Downtown Venice, just eight blocks away. Stroll to local coffee shops, seafood restaurants, boutique shopping, and beautiful Italian Renaissance-style architecture. Venice Beach and the popular Sharky's on the Pier are within walking or biking distance, and Brohard Paw Park, one of the only dog-friendly beaches in the Sarasota area, is just about a mile away.
While the location makes exploring effortless, Luna Sea also offers a private backyard retreat when you're ready to unwind. The spacious, partially fenced yard features lush landscaping and a covered patio where you can enjoy morning coffee or evening sea breezes in complete relaxation. Well-behaved dogs are welcome, so your four-legged family members can enjoy the Gulf Coast lifestyle too.
Inside, this bright and comfortable duplex accommodates up to six guests with two bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms, and a queen sleeper sofa. High ceilings and cool terrazzo tile floors create an airy coastal feel throughout the main living area. The living room provides ample seating, a large flat-screen TV with streaming capability, and high-speed WiFi for entertainment or remote work.
The open eat-in kitchen is fully equipped for everything from quick beach-day breakfasts to family dinners, with a dining table that seats six. Both bedrooms feature queen-size beds, ceiling fans, bedside reading lamps, and in-room TVs for winding down at night. The larger bedroom also includes a queen pullout sofa and a dedicated workspace with a desk, making it ideal for extended stays or remote work. A full bathroom with shower/tub combination, an additional half bath, and an in-home washer and dryer provide added convenience.
Luna Sea is the left side of the duplex and can be reserved together with Golden Beach Haven, the adjoining unit, making it perfect for multi-family vacations or larger gatherings who want to stay close while enjoying private living spaces.
One of the standout features of Luna Sea is its flexibility. It is one of the few Golden Beach homes available for weekly rentals, with stays as short as seven nights, and make it an excellent winter retreat on Florida's Gulf Coast.
Spend your days golfing at one of Venice's nearby courses, relaxing on the beach, or exploring town, then walk just minutes to the shoreline for unforgettable Gulf sunsets. With its private beach access, walkable location, and pet-friendly accommodations, Luna Sea offers the ideal Venice Island vacation rental experience.
Reserve your stay and discover why Golden Beach is one of Venice Island's most sought-after neighborhoods.
Parking at Golden Beach, is for resident only. There is street parking right by the entrance for the beach.
House Rule: No smoking. No burning candles inside of lodging. No parties.
Furry friends welcome! Up to 2 pets allowed. A non-refundable pet fee applies and must be paid directly to the management company.
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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
Frequently asked questions
Is 2 BR Home With Private Beach Access To Golden Beach - Luna Sea pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 2 BR Home with private beach access to Golden Beach - Luna Sea?
As of 7 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 BR Home with private beach access to Golden Beach - Luna Sea on 27 May, 2026 start from S$160, 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.
How much is parking at 2 BR Home With Private Beach Access To Golden Beach - Luna Sea?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 BR Home With Private Beach Access To Golden Beach - Luna Sea?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 BR Home With Private Beach Access To Golden Beach - Luna Sea?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 2 BR Home With Private Beach Access To Golden Beach - Luna Sea located?
Located in Venice Island, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Manasota Beach and Venice Beach. Venice Museum & Archives and Venice Art Center are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Hi there! Thank you for your great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the location and found the property to be a great value. We’d love to welcome you back again for another stay soon!
Hi there! Thank you for stopping in at Luna Sea. Thank you for your review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the easy beach access, spacious accommodations, and communication with our team. We’d love to have you stay with us again soon!
Wonderful location, great responsiveness to Questions and guidance.
Stephen C.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar, 2026
Hi there! Thank you for stopping in at Luna Sea. Thank you for your kind review, and the 10/10 score rating! We’re so glad you enjoyed the wonderful location and that our quick responses and guidance helped make your stay even smoother. We’d love to welcome you back again for another stay soon!
Hi there! Thank you for stopping in at Luna Sea! Thank you for your review, and the 10/10 score rating!! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed the great location and especially the porch. It’s a wonderful spot to relax, take in the surroundings, and enjoy a bit of outdoor time during your stay. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback, and we’re delighted that these features helped make your visit enjoyable. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we would love to welcome you back again for another great stay soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gary V.
6 Mar, 2026
Excellent
This was a wonderful little place to stay in an excellent location! It is so nice to have the private beach only 5 or 6 blocks away and also to be so close to downtown Venice with its shops and restaurants. Very nice, quiet neighborhood. Everything was great!
Gary V.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Andrew O.
1 Feb, 2026
The location was perfect!
It's just a short walk to a quiet beach and close to restaurants and shops. The home was bright, clean, and comfortable, with plenty of space to relax. Mornings on the backyard patio were peaceful, and the beach access made it easy to enjoy the Gulf without crowds. It felt like a true home away from home.
Andrew O.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Mary L.
20 Feb, 2026
Walkable Location
Older but quaint home with plenty of space. Price was affordable and location to Private beach and downtown Venice was perfect for walkers. We had an issue with TV not working for the week but were given a credit for lack of access.
Mary L.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kathy W.
22 Oct, 2025
Excellent
This is a great small rental in a beautiful exclusive neighborhood with a private beach. The location is spectacular and it is a fabulous place to stay especially if you want to bring your dog!
Hi Ronald! Thank you for stopping in at Luna Sea! Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and the 5-star rating! We’re thrilled to hear you had a wonderful experience – that truly means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another wonderful stay!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Erin J.
30 Jul, 2024
Weekend stay was lovely.
The stay was perfect. The house was clean and we felt safe and sound! Minutes from the beach and minutes from downtown. Which is exactly what we were looking for.
Erin J.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kathy W.
8 Jun, 2025
Amazing location by the beach and cute, clean place
This house is a duplex only .5 miles from Golden Beach which is a private beach for the neighborhood only, and also about a mile from downtown Venice where there are cute shops, restaurants, and a great gelato place. It is also really close to other beaches like Venice Beach, Casey Key (5 min drive) and Siesta Key (about 20 min drive).
The rental was clean, bright, and had everything we needed for a peaceful and relaxing vacation. There is a big backyard that was very nice for our dog. Nice lanai to sit outside as well. Overall we had a wonderful time here and will rent it again!!
the listing was a bit misleading in the proximity to beach. in front of busy noisy roadvery old propertywas NOT convenient to beach NO Parking overpriced for what it was, cleanNO instructions for TV. all streaming unable to see local news or Tv.Good location to the stores, restaurantswas just an ok place to stay.the amount of fees is in my opinion ridiculous.starter of coffee is suggestedonly one shower
julie f.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback regarding your recent stay. We genuinely appreciate your insights, as they help us improve our services and overall guest experience.
We apologize for any confusion regarding the property's location. As per the description, the private beach is a 0.5 mile walk from the home.
Your comments about the busy road noise and the age of the property will be taken into account as we work on updates and improvements.
Regarding parking and the showers, we do acknowledge in our description that parking is on-street parking and that the home only has 1.5 bathrooms, however, we will assess ways to make this information clearer in our listing.
Your concerns about the fees and the amenities, like the TV instructions, have been noted. Our goal is to ensure that all guests feel they receive value for their stay, and we will address your points with our team for improvement.
We are glad to hear you found the location convenient for accessing stores and restaurants, and we hope there were some positive aspects during your stay.
Thank you once again for your valuable feedback. We hope you will consider giving us another chance in the future to provide you with an improved experience.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kimberley M.
2 Jan, 2024
Comfortable, clean and convenient to everything
We were in Venice to celebrate Christmas with extended family. Luna Sea was a perfect location for us! Easy walking distance to my mom's house, Venice Avenue and the beaches (Golden Beach and Venice Beach). We loved having the screened porch for dining and relaxing. Beds were comfortable. We had everything we needed, with the exception of a dishwasher (not really a problem). We would stay here again in heartbeat!
Overall, nice place to stay. Has most things one would need except a dishwasher. Very convenient to downtown Venice, beaches, grocery store. Only complaint is that the Bathroom sink did not drain properly. I alerted management but unfortunately it did not get fixed during our stay.
sonda a.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr, 2024
Thank you for providing feedback on your recent experience. We regret that the property did not meet all of your expectations. Just like in a normal home, occasionally equipment breaks down and requires repair or replacement. When a maintenance issue is reported, we will do everything possible to remedy the situation as soon as reasonably possible. Please keep in mind that unlike hotels our homes often do not share common parts, therefore in the event of an item needing repair there may be a delay in having the item repaired or replaced. We will communicate your comments to the owner and appreciate your valuable feedback.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Nadya K.
7 Feb, 2024
Location is everything
I enjoyed my stay despite some initial disappointment. The amenities are bare bones and older. The sign on the wall refers you to a binder of information and cable channels. There is no such binder and they do not have cable. The best aspect is beach accessibility. For that reason, I would stay there again.
Nadya K.
Verified
8/10 Good
Nadya K.
6 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Location is everything
I really enjoyed the location of this property, despite my initial disappointment about the property itself. Amenities are bare bones and dated. There's a posting on the wall that refers you to a binder of information and cable channels. There is no such binder and no cable. Daily walks to and on the beach were priceless.
Nadya K.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Feb, 2024
Thank you for the review! We appreciate your honest feedback and will make sure these items are addressed. We hope to see you again soon!
Cat or dog hair everywhere. Nasty and smelly rugs. Mold smell in add on back bedroom. Said 2 baths but really the second bathroom was only a toilet in an old laundry room without a sink or shower. The smell continued and the company wouldn’t return my money or move me elsewhere
WE NEVER FELT SAFE OUR ENTIRE TRIP WHILE STAYING HERE!
Upon arrival to the property there were guests still in the property that said they had reservations that overlapped our reservation by three days!!!
They had the same door code as us and were not concerned about the double booking, which seemed strange. It took us 24 hours to get in touch with the property manager, and that wasn’t until we contacted VRBO directly.
Magically, VRBO was able to contact the property manager immediately. They had no evidence of a double booking, they sent a representative to the home, who looked through the windows of the home and deemed it was empty and clean. Then, an hour later it was discovered that the property’s actual owner let some of their relatives stay at the property without communicating to property management.
I asked for a refund of my night that I was not able to be in my VRBO, changing of the door code, and cleaning of the property. I only received the cleaning (which was subpar). The door code was never changed!!! And I was told I would get 100 dollars credited to me, but this was never given to me either.
There was black mold in the bathroom and around the air vents. The linens had holes in them. They expected guests to start the linens in the washing machine upon leaving but did not provide laundry detergent. The blankets had stains on them.
I continued to call the property manager about these issues throughout our stay and never received a return call.
MARISSA P.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr, 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We apologize for the confusion upon your arrival, which was due to a double booking by the property owner. After investigating the reported mold issue in the unit, we have found that the spots on the air vents were a result of excessive humidity common in Florida, and have since been addressed through cleaning. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we will be taking the necessary steps to address the concerns you have raised.
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