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One-of-a-Kind Home! Pet Friendly, Fenced, Private Pool! 1 mi to Downtown & Beach

Holiday home in Venice with fitness centre and outdoor pool

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Heated, salt water pool in your own fully fenced backyard paradise.
Located in quiet neighborhood on a large lot. Back yard completely fenced.
Pool
Pool
Outdoor kitchen with a huge table that seats 10 comfortably

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6185.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Venice, FL
  • Place, Venice Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Venice Fishing Pier
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Caspersen Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Pool house

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bath 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bath 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

One-of-a-Kind Home! Pet Friendly, Fenced, Private Pool! 1 mi to Downtown & Beach

Located in the beautiful Gulf Coast town of Venice, Laurel Bungalow is nestled in the quiet neighborhood known as the Historic Edgewood District, just off the Island of Venice. Enjoy all the luxuries of Florida right under your roof or hop on your bicycle and ride 1/2 mile to the Legacy Trail, 1 mile to downtown Venice or 2 miles to Venice Beach or Casperson's Beach (the Sharks Tooth Capital of the World). Laurel Bungalow boasts a private heated saltwater pool, outdoor kitchen w/ Green Egg and gas grill, covered seating area with television, fire table, outdoor shower and detached "pool house" with a queen bed and home theater with 86" TV. The home also has a cozy screened porch with separate fenced in side yard. The main house has a comfortable living room, dining table that easily seats 8, kitchen, laundry room/bath, 2 bedrooms (one king bed and one queen bed) plus office with high speed WiFi. 3rd bedroom (with queen bed) is located in detached pool house. Our neighborhood has a playground/park, baseball fields, tennis & pickle ball courts. Conveniently located to all Venice has to offer~ beach, shopping, restaurants, theater, golf, bike trails, you name it! ~ and everything else you'll find right under your own roof! Laurel Bungalow is a dog friendly, non-smoking property. This is a private residence, with a private pool, and not shared by other rental homes.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 40
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Swim diapers required if not potty trained.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Well behaved dogs only & waste must be picked up.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors and return the keys
Please do not strip beds. Housekeeping will do that for you!
Please place any blankets or throw blankets used for pets in a pile on floor so we ensure they don’t get overlooked in washing
Please pick up any dog feces in the yard!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
This reservation is not binding without the signed and dated rental Agreement returned to Owner
A Welcome binder is waiting for you at the home. Be sure to read it and leave it on dining table for next guest when you check out.
Items such as toilet paper, paper towels, laundry detergent, etc. are not included. Please replenish any items used as they were at check in.

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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Venice

Located in Venice, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Venice Beach and Nokomis Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at CoolToday Park or Englewood Recreation Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Venice, FL

What's nearby

  • Venice Train Depot - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Venice Theater - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Venice Beach - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Venice Fishing Pier - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Caspersen Beach - 10 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bogey's Restaurant & Sports Pub - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Off Trail Bike And Brew - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does One-of-a-Kind Home! Pet Friendly, Fenced, Private Pool! 1 mi to Downtown & Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is One-of-a-Kind Home! Pet Friendly, Fenced, Private Pool! 1 mi to Downtown & Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Where is One-of-a-Kind Home! Pet Friendly, Fenced, Private Pool! 1 mi to Downtown & Beach located?

Located in the heart of Venice, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Venice Train Depot and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Venice Beach. Centennial Park and Venice Theater are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marissa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect! We will def be back and book this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karlie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to beaches! Many great restaurants with 30 minute radius. Close to downtown Venice! My husband and kids had a blast fishing on the beach and combing the beaches for shark teeth. The pool and outdoor patio setup was outstanding! We loved the outdoor shower, great touch after a long day at the beach. We also enjoyed a trip to legoland for the day!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tastefully unique

Such a unique home in so many ways. Design, outdoor space and decor. Each interior room stylistically seemed different from the rest. Fun knickknacks had me smiling and lingering in some rooms. Highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Venice Florida home!

We enjoyed everything about this home! Convenient location! Our dogs loved chasing the lizards! The pool was perfect! Great covered outdoor space. Great porch with comfortable swing chairs. We were very comfortable for our 2 week stay!
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We checked in 5/30/25 and checked out 6/6/25. We had an amazing time with our 4 granddaughters and dog. We have stayed in this area many times before, however this is now our most favorite rental. That is saying a lot as we have been renting vacation properties for 50 years. As good as the pictures are, the property is even better in person. We will defiantly be staying here again. It is close to all the things we love to do in Florida and the home exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property for our family

Neighborhood was in a great location for us to be close to all the attractions in Venice, our extended family in sarasota, and a boat ramp. The home was very clean with all the kitchen utensils you would ever need, and the appliances were very nice. The pool and the outdoor area is set up perfect with great furniture and cooking area. We really could not have asked for a better place to stay , and we already booked another stay for next year.
Stayed 29 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

deb h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great visit!

Lovely place with a lot of character. :)
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katlin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

This property is lovely! It is clean, spacious and so well thought out. Our favorite space was the backyard with the covered porch and amazing pool! The owners are very kind and quickly responded to messages! 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second stay this year!

Loved this house so much! Luckily it was available for a return trip. Every area of this home is so very nice. My husband and I stayed in the pool house this week, loved the privacy which allowed our son and family to stretch out in the house. Pool area, outdoor kitchen with large table and ample seating was the perfect for wonderful family memories. Great communication and help from hosts when needed! Hope to stay again! Beth & Mark
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaynie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tropical retreat!

The details put into this place is outstanding! Beautiful pool and lounging area with an outdoor TV and shower! Very clean. Side porch was great for the dogs to go potty and relax when bugs got bad. We even played Scrabble that was on the porch table! My son and girlfriend stayed in the pool house, and we watched some basketball in there after dinner one night. Huge theatre setting in pool house! Fabulous! We never showered inside! Great tropical retreat close to town and beaches!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Something special

Stepping into this coastal-farmhouse-resort Shangri-la is something special. Every room is a visual treat, blending enchantment with delightful details and small surprises that make a place feel like home. And that private pool area? It's the epitome of luxury, giving off those intimate resort vibes, yet wonderfully grounded in a homey ambiance. Location is key, and here, you're perfectly poised to dive into the heart of Venice. Beaches, restaurants, and the iconic Legacy bike trail are all within easy reach. Kudos to Greg and Edie. Their touch shines through every aspect of this retreat. Spotless, cozy, infused with care in every corner – this spot just climbed to the top of our vacation faves list.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonya D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

This property was absolutely perfect! The online description is accurate and it was better than we could have imagined. The location is great and close to anything you will need, so convenient. The backyard is fantastic, everyone LOVED the pool and we spent most of our time back there. The outdoor shower is a great bonus and I was not expecting to use it as much as I did. So much easier to use that before and after the pool. My husband and kids have already said that we need to stay here for our next vacation! Oh, and the fact we could bring our dog was so appreciated. As my daughter would say, "we give this house 1000 out of 10!". Thank you for being so easy to work with Edie and Greg!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W., Tampa, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our quiet vacation!

The house is so beautiful with lots of big windows! Comfortable inside - everything you could possibly need. The office was perfect since my husband had to work a few days (it’s 100x better than his office at home!) There are two fenced in yards which were perfect for our two Labradors! The outdoor space is the cherry on top! I enjoyed grilling burgers & dogs, and using the Green Egg smoker for the first time to smoke baby back ribs and a pork shoulder. With some expert guidance from the host, my smoker experience was perfect! I love this outdoor kitchen and the sink makes for easy clean up. The outdoor lounging area around the fire table is so comfortable and a nice way to be outside but out of the sun. The TV outside is fantastic. The pool was so nice. The water was very warm however. But when I got out of the pool I felt cool and refreshed. Outdoor shower is amazing! We watched a movie in surround sound in the pool house one night! So fun! Excellent, outstanding vacation at this home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Milly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

THIS IS FLORIDA AT ITS FINEST

Looking for sun, fun and relaxation? Look no further than Laurel Bungalow. The outdoor area is an absolute Nirvana. Everything from the outdoor grilling area, ample outdoor seating area with overhead fans, and TV, is located under a large patio roof. The large fenced in yard contains a large saltwater pool, the covered patio, outdoor shower and a bungalow the features a home theater setting with surround sound 86" TV , and reclining theater chairs. The Murphy bed was an additional plus. The outdoor shower for us eliminated the use of the showers indoors. If you have dogs this place offers safety with completely fenced in backyard and side yard and greenspace to let dogs be dogs. An added plus is the house is a short distance from the only dog beach in Sarasota County. What more can I say about Laurel Bungalow is that it has everything that Florida offers for a memorable vacation. The hosts Greg and Edie are the most attentive and accommodating people. My husband, myself, and our dogs have found our vacation home for future visits to Florida. Thank-you Greg and Edie for your gracious hospitality. Skip & Milly LaRosa
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rest and Relaxation

Walking into this home you experience the artistic and creative elements that went into updating this home while being true to its bones. The furnishings were a blend of old and new elements that together worked well. The kitchen had everything you needed to prepare meals at home and the quality of the dishware and drink-ware, pots and pans and overall organization was thoughtfully included. A very large washer and dryer worked well and was appreciated. The outside was a true haven where we spent most of our time. Plenty of seating and outdoor eating space for lounging and grilling. The pool is a beautiful element and the outdoor shower was used regularly versus indoor showers. Truly glorious to shower and look up and see blue skies and palm trees! The backyard is an oasis and a big selling point. The separate poolside room served as a private bedroom that was an added bonus; but realize that it doesn't have its own bathroom. Both bathrooms are located inside the main house. Large screen TVs abound, but we aren't big TV watchers, but for those that are, there are 3 that will likely exceed your needs. We did appreciate the separate office for remote working that was bright and made the room lovely to be in. The screened in porch was another nice added feature and we often had dinner out there and was another nice place for the dogs to look out to the road and enjoy the cool floor. The pictures on the website indeed reflect the home. We had selected this home because of it being pet friendly, and our dogs adjusted quickly to the space and we appreciated the private fenced-in backyard and side yard. The home is situated in a residential area 1 mile east of Venice. One can walk into town over the bridge. We had bikes and took advantage of the Legacy bike trail and all the bike friendly roads on Venice Island. The owners were an absolute delight to work with. Extremely responsive!! Thank you for a wonderful stay!!
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marty L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! I was in paradise! This home is immaculate, warm and has everything you need! I would recommend this property 100%. The owners are extremely responsive and very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than expected

The house was simply amazing! We almost didn’t want to leave. It was so nice to come home after a long day of playing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

review

Amazing place -This was my second time staying here and I hated to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best in Venice

This is an amazing property! Everything we needed was provided except groceries and beverages. Great location for easy travel to restaurants. From decor to amenities, bravo!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Venice 2025

Our parents live in a smaller home on the island and we’re both sick so we wanted to stay apart with our our new grandchild coming with us. This worked out perfect for everybody and we are very fortunate to find your lovely home!!thank you so much!!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

WONDERFUL!!!!!

Love Laurel Bungalow. It is adorable, comfortable, and loved our stay. The furniture is not only cute, it is very comfortable. Our beds were so comfortable, and the room was roomy. Everyone who came to visit loved it. I loved having coffee on the screen porch, swimming in the pool, and the outdoor shower!! The Hosts were wonderful!
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Amazing trip and a very comfortable house
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Venice Gem

Great house that was immaculately clean. Fantastic backyard and pool. Wonderful outdoor kitchen. The hosts are very friendly and fix things immediately.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and inspiring home

Our family had a fantastic stay at Laurel cottage. From the moment you enter until the back yard with the pool this property is a dream. Very comfy beds, great outdoor area for meals. Lots of room to rest and play.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candice P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

What a wonderful home with everything considered and thought out so well! We were rained in for a couple of days and kept busy with games, puzzles, and great porch swings for reading nooks and storm watching. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Edie & Greg

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We both grew up in Venice, know the area extremely well and spent a considerable amount of time choosing the perfect "fixer upper" to scratch our itch for remodeling homes. In 2014, when we found Laurel Bungalow it was a no brainer, with its 1950's charm, ideal location and space for expansion, this was a perfect fit for us. Our vision was to create a home space where we would never have to leave or go on vacation because home FELT like vacation. The home has been completely remodeled and updated with all the creature comforts while preserving its simple, original charm. The backyard has been designed with care; ideal for morning coffee, pool gatherings, outdoor dinners with friends, football watching from the pool, sipping wine while the sun sets and just about every scenario you could envision. We added the pool, covered patio with outdoor kitchen and t.v., detached garage and pool house (personally used for guests w/ a luxury Murphy bed) and our very own home theater with reclining seats and 86" TV!

Why they chose this property

Comfortable, quaint, convenient to EVERYTHING, equipped with all the Florida amenities you would need right at home. Quiet neighborhood with tennis and pickle ball court 5 blocks from home, neighborhood park for children but close to downtown, beach and activities. Home office with high speed WiFi to work remotely. Pool- Outdoor Kitchen- Home Theater- Fenced Yard- Outdoor Shower- Outdoor TV. If you like to spend time outside, with the comforts of home, this is the place for you.

What makes this property unique

At home amenities are abundant. Home office w/ high speed WiFi to work remotely, screened porch, open air covered porch, heated saltwater pool, outdoor kitchen, gas grill, Green Egg, gas fire-table, fenced yard, cedar outdoor shower with hot water. Distance from downtown, beaches, Legacy Trail under 2 miles. Pickleball, tennis and basketball 5 blocks away.

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