We have been coming to the West Coast of Florida for many years going back as far as the 1960;s when my parent s used to take me to Sarasota for vacation. Later Josie and I would regularly take trips to the "left coast" as we enjoy the beautiful beaches, the outdoor activities and just the easy pace of life here. That is why we pursued a place in Venice. As for the Date Palm House it offers everything you could need to enjoy the Southwest Florida - large open areas with lots of natural light. The back yard is fully enclosed with a privacy fence, and the pool, which is solar heated (solar mechanism is not like the electric heaters where you can guarantee a temperature by electrically heating the water, but even on cooler days, in sunny Florida, the solar heater works to adequately raise the temperature of the pool water) is within the fully screened Lanai. Located in the Living Room the fireplace is wood burning.
We love Venice East. It is a friendly neighborhood with quiet streets where people are out walking their dogs or riding their bikes, with very little traffic moving through the neighborhood. The house itself was built in 1980 and has a great layout. Although 1,654 sq. ft. it feels even bigger, with spacious bed rooms and living areas. The furnishings give a tropical Tommy Bahama type vibe, which complements the easy pace of life in Venice. Last but not least, is the tropical native landscape including the large Date Palm, from which the house gets its name. The area is very tranquil and it’s not uncommon to see a bunny in the yard or a Sandhill Crane strolling across the grass, when walking throughout the neighborhood, as well as a large variety of birds including cardinals, woodpeckers, hawks, bald eagles, sandhill cranes, egrets, spoonbills, wood storks, white and scarlet Ibis, etc.