Extremely relaxing, lovely home!! Everything we needed and then some! Just a great experience!! Definitely would return! Thank you again Michelle, you were just wonderful!!!

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

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.

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.

Property was well maintained and stocked with all the needed utensils, beach supplies and pool toys. Michelle was very responsive to any needs we had. Good location in South Venice with the beach and great restaurants nearby.

Perfect place for my family. We had a 4 and 1 year old, had everything we needed. Had a lot of pool and beach toys. The pool was great. Close to beaches, downtown Venice and other attractions. Quiet neighborhood, no sidewalks for walking but drivers moved over when they saw you. Really enjoyed our stay.

The house is tucked way back in the neighborhood, so it's very quiet and there is very little traffic. It was exactly as described. The house was accessible by a keypad on the front door which was very easy and convenient. My husband and I were mostly there ourselves, although the house would comfortably accommodate a few more people. It was great to be able to bring our dog as there are several very nice parks with walking trails close by (short car ride) specifically Shamrock and Lemon Bay. Walking in the neighborhood was safe since there was very little traffic. The pool was a nice size and was warmed by solar panels. The kitchen was very well stocked for cooking meals at home. The beds were comfy (we only used the King and Queen bedrooms). We appreciated that the house was very clean upon our arrival. The host was very nice to work with and quick to respond to any of my texts. We very much enjoyed our stay and would recommend the house to family and friends.

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.

Great location in a quiet neighborhood. Great dog parks close by, since there are no sidewalks for walking your dogs, but not a lot of traffic. Nice solar heated pool. House nicely kept and clean. A great place to stay in Venice.

We love going to Venice each year, taking the S. Venice Ferry to a kind of private beach to look for shark teeth. The ad mentioned passes for the ferry so all was great. Then, just before the trip, we found out passes weren’t included due to a rule change. Wish we had known that sooner but ultimately it wouldn’t have made a difference-a rule is a rule. Mentioned this to host-she immediately apologized and said that now only people who stayed 30 days could use pass and would immediately change her ad to inform people of the new regulations. She even offered to refund our money but we had already made our plans and didn’t want the hassle of trying to find another place. She was very polite the whole time-even offered us an early check-in! So anyhow, once we got over the initial disappointment, we had a very enjoyable time. The house was convenient and we enjoyed area restaurants (especially Left Coast Seafood with their daily specials) and shark tooth hunting at Casperson Beach. We celebrated a birthday with a fishing charter (about an hour away). We left the weekend before the hurricane and forgot and left some glasses there. Host said she would have housekeeper get them then BOOM-hurricane. So glasses took a while to get sent, but they are on their way. She kept in touch the whole time! To sum up-after the early misunderstanding, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and host answered texts almost immediately, each time. We made sure to follow instructions for check-out exactly (even took pictures) because she tried very hard to make our stay good-and with the hurricane coming, they would have enough to worry about! I recommend this place and this host very much.

We had such an amazing vacation at this home. Upon arrival the house was even better than it was described. The cleanliness of the house was amazing. The house was stocked with all the amenities all we had to do was bring food and drinks. They even had all that you needed to use in the beach. The location of the house was within 20 minutes of everything. The neighborhood was very quiet and easy to access. I would recommend this home for anyone. I am going to be renting it every year. The property managers are so nice and they get in contact with you immediately in case if any questions.

The house is very well kept and clean. The kids enjoyed swimming in the pool and there were lots of floats and toys for the pool available. We loved the layout of the house. The three bedrooms are spread out so everyone had their own space at night. There is an abundance of beach towels which was so nice! There are lots of different beaches close by. We would definitely stay at this property again!

Our stay at the Star of Venice was nothing short of amazing! The owners thought of everything that we would need for our stay. The location was great, having our own pool was fabulous too! Michelle always responded promptly to any questions I had and even checked on us mid week to make sure all was well. Thank you for making our stay feel just like home!

This house was definitely just like being at my own house. It was very comfortable in a nice, quiet neighborhood. Neighbors walking their dogs even stopped to speak and give advice on where to go hang out with our fur baby. The homeowner kept in touch to always make sure we had what was needed and knew where everything was. I would definitely love to stay there again!

My husband, sister, and I were in town visiting my dad and rented this property. It was a lovely, relaxing stay. We spent most of our time reading, eating, and chilling on the screened-in lanai and in the pool. Manasota Beach was gorgeous and less than a 10 minute drive away. Michelle, the owner, was kind and communicative. We will definitely be back!

Everything was awesome. Communication with the owner was great. Loved the pool and the house.

This home was exactly what we needed and loved the quiet neighborhood!!!!! We heard nothing and the Harbisons were wonderful. Full of information, home well equipped, and very comfy. One thing I really appreciated was the peacefulness of the neighborhood and the feeling of safety. Hope to stay again and will definitely share with friends!!! This home is also larger than it looks!

My husband and I stayed at the property for a week with our 6 and 13 year old. Michelle was incredibly helpful in providing clear and detailed information leading up to our stay and was just a text away to answer questions. She was very attentive and helpful! The house was lovely and was the most equipped home I've ever stayed in! Both the household supplies and the recreational items they provided were spot on! Beds were comfortable and the lanai and pool were our go-to hang out spots. The pool was incredibly warm and enjoyable - my kids were in it whenever we were home. I tried to book the house again for next year, only to find it's already booked. That tells you something too!

We had a really good time. The house was nice and any time we had a problem Michelle got it taken care of quickly. Even though it was cold the last couple of days it was still warmer than Iowa!We made it back home just before the storm!

We had such a good time. The pool was a great touch. Love the house being closed to the beach. It was nice having access to the beach stuff.

We couldn’t have asked for more beautiful weather, 80’s all week. We visited a few of the local beaches. It was great to have chairs and sifters available to bring along, as well as beach towels. Sadly the prior renters forgot to replace the pool cover, so it wasn’t warm enough to swim until our third full day there. Also in December the pool only gets partial sun later afternoon. We did empty the bin of pool accessories as everything inside was soaking wet. The donut floatie we discovered has a hole, as does the pool cover. The house had plenty of space, and we enjoyed being able to eat in the lanai area. Having two bathrooms was a plus. Could use one more towel rack or hook in the master bath. Loved the shower head. The kitchen had most of what we needed. It would have been nice to be able to park our vehicle in the garage. Would also have liked the hose to be more accessible for rinsing our feet. Having it in back wasn’t really useful. The cleanliness rating stems from the house needing an overall deep clean. Floors were a bit gritty (maybe not the best type of vacuum for sand), and surfaces were dusty as well as behind/under the beds. Kitchen cabinet surfaces had a sticky feel like they haven’t been wiped down for a while. Cupboards could use sorting/neatening inside. For planning purposes it would be useful to know what items are already in supply. Needed to buy laundry and dishwasher detergent as there was almost none. A few things we found after grocery shopping, like peanut butter and oatmeal. In part that was due to arriving rather late from our flight and drive to the location. Overall the home had the space we needed and was close to stores and beaches. The neighborhood was quiet.

The kitchen was well equipped with everything needed to prepare a complete Thanksgiving dinner. The children loved the pool and swam everyday. The ferry ride to South Venice Beach was a wonderful excursion for all!

This house was clean, spacious, well stocked and a great location. Everything you need is here, such as beach chairs, coolers, bikes, ferry pass, etc. Beds were comfortable. The pool was warm. The owner was very nice and quick to respond to any questions. Thank you so much!!!! Hoping to return next fall.

What a great getaway! This house is so spacious and clean. It has everything needed including towels, beach bags, tons of kitchen supplies and spices. It was in a quiet neighborhood and the pool was wonderful. The kids had a blast swimming in it and I enjoyed sitting outside. The location is great and close to beautiful beaches, shops and restaurants. Communication with Michelle, the property owner, was excellent. She checked in with us daily. I would go back in a heartbeat.

We loved staying at the Star of Venice! We took our two sons, 11 & 22, & our 2 grandbabies 10 months & 4 years, plus son’s gf and dog! This house was perfect. Plenty of privacy and play space for the kids and they loved the pool. Everything we could possibly need to cook with, take to the beach or hang by the pool was provided! Plus bikes, games & toys for the kids! We can’t wait to go back! Michelle was so helpful and kind - she responded right away. Thanks for making our family vacation memorable & super easy! - The Cochran’s

Michelle was great to communicate. Everything was amazing!

I just returned from vacationing in this rental with a group of 7 and we loved every minute of it. The house is the perfect driving distance from stores, Venice Ave., and beaches. The group of us all fit very comfortably in the house, and the pool was amazing for us. The yard outside the pool is also a lot larger than expected. Owners were very communicative during our stay and did not hesitate to respond to any questions we had. We had absolutely no complaints for this house and we all would highly recommend staying here!

Seems to be 30 mins from whatever beach you want

The house was beautiful and peaceful! We had everything we needed or could want there at the house. The beaches were breathtaking!

We would definitely stay here again. We had four adults and three young kids and there was more than enough room. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and Michelle was very helpful. She was quick to respond to any questions and had wonderful suggestions to improve our stay. The house had all the essentials to enjoy the week. We cooked a lot at the house and the kitchen and grill worked out great. The amount of beach gear and towels to borrow is astounding, the pool was clean and the extra seating around the pool was nice. There are also many beaches to pick from in the area that offer different vibes and types. The neighborhood is quiet and close to grocery and department stores for anything that you need. We had an amazing stay! Thanks for sharing your home with us.

Star of Venice was the perfect place to escape the cold and hang in Florida! The home was well appointed with all of the things you need for a comfortable stay. Neighborhood was great for dog walks, and was close to major highways. Michelle was great at responding if we needed anything. Dog beach not far away..a must for you and your fur babies to go and hang out.

Found this property on VRBO, never rented a house before. Always stayed in a hotel, but never again well at least in Florida. This was more then expected in more ways then one. The house was beautiful, a nice set up, convenient to several beaches, restaurants, shopping etc. Nice neighbor hood. Michelle was very helpful and kind in many ways, with All the questions I asked :). Kids enjoyed the Pool even with the cooler temps. Didn't have to pack extras for the beach it was all there to use, a long with much more.