Title: SHELL-HAUS | Venice Beach House | 5-min to Gulf Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=120689455&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # SHELL-HAUS | Venice Beach House | 5-min to Gulf ## Photo gallery for SHELL-HAUS | Venice Beach House | 5-min to Gulf ![Beach nearby - SHELL-HAUS | Venice Beach House | 5-min to Gulf (Venice)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120690000/120689500/120689455/w1350h899x0y1-26a6cb3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - SHELL-HAUS | Venice Beach House | 5-min to Gulf (Venice)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120690000/120689500/120689455/w1349h899x1y1-2d8dad8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - SHELL-HAUS | Venice Beach House | 5-min to Gulf (Venice)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120690000/120689500/120689455/w1349h899x1y1-7c27289b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - SHELL-HAUS | Venice Beach House | 5-min to Gulf (Venice)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120690000/120689500/120689455/w1439h959x1y1-edebcc8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - SHELL-HAUS | Venice Beach House | 5-min to Gulf (Venice)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120690000/120689500/120689455/w1349h899x1y1-f1abd046.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Near Venice Beach, SHELL-HAUS | Venice Beach House | 5-min to Gulf provides everything you need. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### SHELL-HAUS | Venice Beach House | 5-min to Gulf Escape to your Venice, FL beach retreat! This charming coastal home is perfectly located just minutes from the Gulf of America & Venice Beach. Enjoy white sand, turquoise waters & stunning sunsets minutes from your door. 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | Sleeps 6 Key Highlights: \- Pet-Friendly + Family-Friendly \- Short drive to Venice Beach (0.5 miles) & downtown (1.5 miles) \- Fully stocked brand new kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances \- Screened lanai, patio & large backyard for BBQs and relaxation Welcome to your newly remodeled beach house in Venice, Florida, just 5 minutes from the Gulf of America and world-famous Venice Beach. Designed for comfort, style, and convenience, this coastal retreat is perfect for families, couples, or anyone looking to experience the best of Florida’s Gulf Coast. 🌴 Why You’ll Love It: PET-FRIENDLY! Prime Location – Only 5 minutes to Venice Beach, downtown shops, dining, and the Venice Fishing Pier. Fully Remodeled – Modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, updated bathrooms, and fresh coastal décor. Kid-Friendly Comfort – Family amenities include high chair, pack ’n play, board games, baby monitor, noise machine and a fenced backyard for safe play. Spacious Layout – 2 bedrooms (king + twin XL over queen bunk) , 2 bathrooms, and open living spaces that sleep up to 6 guests. Outdoor Living – Private patio with seating and grill, perfect for family BBQs after a day at the beach. Beach Ready – Chairs, towels, umbrella, boogie board and sand toys provided so you can hit the sand stress-free. Work & Play – High-speed WiFi, smart TVs, and a dedicated workspace for remote work or streaming. ✨ Whether you’re searching for a family-friendly Venice FL vacation rental, a cozy Gulf Coast getaway, or a convenient spot near the beach, this home offers the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure. Spend your days collecting shark teeth at Venice Beach, exploring the Venetian Waterway Trail, or strolling the charming downtown filled with boutiques and cafés. End your evenings with unforgettable Gulf Coast sunsets just minutes from your door. Book your stay today and enjoy the comfort of a modern, kid-friendly beach retreat in Venice, Florida! CENTRAL LOCATION: Venice Municipal Beach / Venice Beach & Venice Fishing Pier \~0.5mi (2–3 min drive) Historic Downtown Venice \~0.3mi (walking distance) Brohard Beach & Paw Park \~1.5mi Dog‐friendly beach + area for pets Caspersen Beach \~2mi More natural setting; beach walks; good for fossil/tear hunting; less crowded. Venetian Waterway Park \~1mi Scenic trail(s) for walking, biking, jogging along the Intracoastal Waterway. Great for outdoors time. Centennial Park \~0.4mi Central, walkable green space in downtown Venice; fountain, seating, gathering place. Venice Area Audubon Society / Nature Spots \~2mi Oscar Scherer State Park \~8mi Hiking, biking trails (includes part of the Legacy Trail), paddling, wildlife spotting. Digital keypad with code provided prior to checkin ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Beachside One Bedroom Suite | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1540000/1533200/1533163/31f9068d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A Beach Retreat Casey Key - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 435315 ## About the area Located near the beach, this apartment is in Venice Island, a neighbourhood in Venice. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Caspersen Beach and Venice Beach. Venice Performing Arts Center and Snook Haven Park are also worth visiting. [Visit our Venice travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice.dx10285) [View more Apartments in Venice](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Apartments.d10285-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C27.07982%2C-82.44349&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6y542KpSgpLehJ28x65W0VFYWNs=) Venice, FL ### What's nearby - ![Venice Beach showing general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127832/8bbe54d5-586d-4125-af49-c41a70f5f886.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Manasota Beach 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![Venice Fishing Pier which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533115771/b3c68204-b9b5-4cfd-99ec-429e2cba65d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Venice Fishing Pier 20 min walk \- 1.1 miles - ![Coolest beach, ever.....](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10285/2d8fa70b-9ee5-4a3f-9858-3ece8e9798eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Brohard Paw Park 1 min drive \- 0.9 miles - ![Sarasota_CaspersenBeach_553248621533115772-5](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533115772/d0b93675-ff07-4d40-827c-871267928642.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Caspersen Beach 3 min drive \- 1.5 miles - ![Venice Beach featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127832/c7de24fa-d84f-4d57-8697-b106b8cf39b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Venice Beach 4 min drive \- 1.5 miles ### Getting around - Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) 53 min drive ### Restaurants - Sharky's On the Pier 18 min walk - Brew-Za-Bagels 20 min walk - Starbucks 3 min drive - Fins At Sharky's 18 min walk - Food+Beer 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is SHELL-HAUS | Venice Beach House | 5-min to Gulf pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at SHELL-HAUS | Venice Beach House | 5-min to Gulf? ### What time is check-in at SHELL-HAUS | Venice Beach House | 5-min to Gulf? ### What time is check-out at SHELL-HAUS | Venice Beach House | 5-min to Gulf? ### Where is SHELL-HAUS | Venice Beach House | 5-min to Gulf located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## SHELL-HAUS | Venice Beach House | 5-min to Gulf Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven D. 29 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy GREAT PLACE/LOCATION ##### Steven D. Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Virginia M. 28 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Cleanliness & it was equipped with everything, liked the location, close to the beach & to town ##### Virginia M. 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