The house was clean and as described. It is obvious that it has been updated and is nice. Kitchen was well stocked with dishes etc. There were a lot of nice touches like floats for the pool, beach towels, k cups for the coffee brewer, hooks in the bathroom for towels. The back patio has a nice sitting spot with a TV. This house is just minutes from multiple beaches. Would definitely stay here again. Host was easy to reach and responds quickly to messages.

Coming from a New Yorker, let me tell you — Richard’s place exceeded our expectations. The photos don’t do it justice. Check-in was a breeze with the keyless August app; even my friend who arrived before me had no problem getting in.The house itself is very spacious, with a great split-bedroom layout that gave each of us plenty of privacy at the end of the day. The pool area was one of our favorite spots — a screened-in lanai with a TV and a BBQ grill that we put to good use one afternoon. Truly an added bonus.The location in Venice Gardens was perfect, with two beaches just a short drive away: the historic area and the Venice Fishing Pier. We also enjoyed amazing meals at Fins at Sharky’s and Made in Italy — both spots that can hold their own with the high-end restaurants we’re used to back in New York.All in all, we’d absolutely stay at Richard’s house again the next time we’re in the Venice area — which my friends have officially dubbed a “hidden gem.”

Nice quiet area close to beaches and restaurants

Had a great time staying in Venice, was a quick drive to Casperson and all the shark teeth you'd like to have. House does not have a hot tub which is disappointing, but otherwise worked for our family