Venice Beachfront Community Aldea Mar, Beaches, Shopping, and Dining
Aldea Mar is located on approximately 11 acres of lush tropical vegetation directly on the Gulf of Mexico. The community of Aldea Mar (Village-by-the-Sea) is ideally situated on Venice Island close to town yet far enough away for solitude and relaxation. The Aldea Mar property is unique in that the private beach is only a very short walk from the front door, the large heated and chilled swimming pool is even closer and the oversized putting green is on site. Shuffleboard is also available on site as well as a large clubhouse for scheduled activities and private parties. Our unit is in the perfect location situated just steps from the beach. Everything is close yet the location is very quiet. There is easy access from parking in the covered carport to the unit as well as to the many amenities that Aldea Mar offers. Our two bedroom unit will sleep 4 with plenty of room to entertain guests. Flat screen TVs are in the bedrooms and living room (upgraded cable included with DVR in LR) and the tastefully decorated living room will give you a fresh feel for the Florida gulf coast. There is a full kitchen with upgraded appliances and granite countertops as well as a stackable washer and dryer for your use. High speed wireless internet is provided. We have fishing poles, beach chairs/towels, shark tooth sifters, coolers, beach toys, putters (for weekly putting events with your neighbors) and a set of golf clubs for your use. Rentals are monthly (30 day min per the HOA). Our home is renter ready with everything you need for an enjoyable stay.
Property manager
Doug Woodring
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
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Free WiFi
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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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Venice
Located near the beach, this condo is in Golden Beach, a neighbourhood in Venice. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Venice Beach and Caspersen Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Fox Lea Farm or CoolToday Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Venice, FL
What's nearby
Manasota Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Venice Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Venice Theater - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Venice Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Caspersen Beach - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
BrewBurgers Back Porch - 19 min walk
Food+Beer - 4 min drive
T J Carney's - 4 min drive
Daiquiri Deck Island of Venice - 4 min drive
Darrell's Restaurant - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Venice Beachfront Community Aldea Mar, Beaches, Shopping, and Dining have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Venice Beachfront Community Aldea Mar, Beaches, Shopping, and Dining pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Venice Beachfront Community Aldea Mar, Beaches, Shopping, and Dining?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Venice Beachfront Community Aldea Mar, Beaches, Shopping, and Dining?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Venice Beachfront Community Aldea Mar, Beaches, Shopping, and Dining located?
Located in Golden Beach, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Manasota Beach and Venice Beach. Venice Museum & Archives and Centennial Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Although this was our first stay at Aldea Mar, we have been coming to Venice Island for many years!
We enjoyed quiet, friendly neighbors and a well maintained unit that was comfortable and fully equipped. A short walk to Golden Beach, pool and putting green. The owner was very friendly and attentive. We would recommend this beachfront community to friends and relatives.
Cynthia C.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
char h.
4 May 2017
ESCAPE TO VENICE
We rented this condo for the month of April..............WE LOVED EVERYTHING ABOUT IT! We enjoyed it so much we will be back next year. After reading the other reviews there is not too much more to add. Venice is beautiful and our weather was great! The condo is in a perfect location as mentioned, close to anything you need or want. The fantastic beach is a short stroll from the door of the condo and the heated pool is great and soooo close as well. The condo is cute and comfy, everything you would need is there. We loved sitting on the lanai in the morning and the evening. The owners are very helpful, respond quickly to any questions and make you feel welcome. All we can say is we loved our getaway, could not have been better, a perfect 10!
char h.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
28 January 2016
An absolutely stunning property with caring owners and a fantastic oceanside location
We have stayed in this particular unit for three years in a row for a month each season and it suits our family needs perfectly. The 30 second stroll to the beach or the 5 minute bike ride downtown and the quick access to basically anywhere on the island of Venice make this location unbeatable. The bikes provided with the rental are a fantastic benefit along with the great fishing (equipment also provided) right off of the shore makes you never want to leave this wonderful setting.
The caring and thoughtful owners have provided absolutely everything you will require so that all you need to focus on bringing is your sunglasses, bathing suit, sunscreen and flip flops. The kitchen is very well equipped, the beds are clean and comfortable and the spotless meticulously kept unit is completely free of any noise other than perhaps the wonderful ocean breeze in the palms right outside. The Florida / Beach decor in the unit again reminds you continually that you are on vacation so that the hustle of the city, life pressures or work are not constantly on your mind. The provision of all of the detailed amenities makes a peaceful vacation very simple and extremely relaxing.
Throughout the years of vacationing here we have come to meet several other couples or families either renting or that own units and have really enjoyed the welcoming, pleasant and friendly atmosphere throughout all of Aldea Mar. The maintenance of the tropical grounds and beautifully heated pool is again only a 30 second walk from the door.
Through our many times coming to Venice and now our third year in this unit we have recommended and had friends stay here as well and we all share these similar positive views. We will continue to recommend this unit as each year the owners make small renovations / improvements that make a great vacation even better. Our family, for one, will continue to keep this unit on our number one priority list for all of our return visits to Venice, FLA in the future.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Carol S.
15 December 2015
November at Aldea Mar
We rented this condo for the second time and had another excellent month. It is beautifully decorated and fully equipped/ Thanks to new blinds in the living/dining area it is full of light and is a pleasant space for relaxing both indoors and on the lanai. Many upgrades since last year have improved the feel of this spacious unit. Proximity to the beach is a real plus. The pool is excellent for swimming laps. The downtown area is a pleasant 20 minute walk. Aldea Mar is a friendly condo community and the owners of this unit are very accommodating, responsive and helpful. We will return next year.
Carol S.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Ruth H.
4 November 2015
Was all I wanted it to be !
I would rate it FIVE STAR.
Felt at home the minute I opened the door . Spotless and very modern .
Pool n Ocean was a vacationers dream .
I didn't bring a car and enjoyed the 'just over a mile walk to Publex , Pharmacy and Venice Av. Two beautiful piers a nice 45 walk or 10 min drive .Bravo to home owners .
.Highly recommended for retiries ,a perfect place to relax . I Did not want to leave .
Ruth H.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
9 May 2015
Great location
Condo was perfect for family visit. Location to beach and pool within one minute walk. Nicely appointed unit with all needed amenities. Would definitely book for next trip.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
David S.
7 May 2015
Condo in Paradise
We timed our escape from winter perfectly this year. Our friends at home kept their snow shovels and cold weather gear close at hand. We enjoyed daily bike rides and swims in the spacious pool followed by gorgeous sunsets at the beach. Also took day trips to Ringling Brothers in Sarasota and several local wildlife preserves. Our condo was bright, spacious, and comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked for all our cooking needs. We are looking forward to returning next winter.
David S.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
10 February 2015
Amazing location
This is our second year back and we have booked for next year. the location is amazing! We love to be on the beach and fish off the beach and this location is perfect for anyone who loves to fish, collect sharks teeth, Walk or run on the beach between the South Jetty and Sharky's you are almost in the middle of 2 different areas of things to do. Close to restaurants and great food, close to Publix our favourite grocery store and just an amazing time and we cannot wait to be back in our home away from home.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
30 January 2015
Great Condo in a Fantastic Location
We just returned from another amazing month in Venice Florida and staying at our favorite location, Aldea Mar. This particular unit is fantastic in every way, convenient proximity to the beach (30 second walk), great fishing of the shore or if you prefer the North and South Jetty's and Sharky's piers are close, fun and active as well. The unit comes with bikes which are a nice treat to pedal around beach side or explore the great shops downtown. The unit itself is very well appointed and has a great beach feel to it. All you really need to bring is your shorts or bathing suit as nothing else is required as the condo has it all. It is clean, organized and quiet. We have now stayed in the same unit for two consecutive years and have already booked for our 2016 trip. Venice is a wonderful city filled with great character shops, restaurants and golf courses. The beach outside your door goes on for miles and is what I would consider to be the best in the area for finding fossilized shark's teeth.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Carol S.
24 December 2014
an excellent month
We spent the month of November in this condo and loved it. Aldea Mar is well situated on the beach (our building was conveniently located the second row back from the beautiful beach and a 30 second walk from the gazebo). The walk into the lovely main street business area takes about 20 minutes as does the walk along the beach to morning and evening yoga classes given at Venice Beach. There are several golf courses within short driving distance. The communal swimming pool is large enough for lap swimming which is not typical of many resort pools. The condo itself is spacious and light, beautifully decorated and very comfortably equipped. Doug and Cathi, who were attentive hosts, have thought of every detail and we wanted for nothing. We met several residents of Aldea Mar through bridge evenings and found them to be friendly and welcoming. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and plan to return next year to this lovely condo unit.
Carol S.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Lisa S., Tampa, florida
30 August 2014
Exceeded our Expectations!
What a beautiful condo. Neat, organized and everyone was extremely comfortable in this getaway on the beach. AND WHAT A BEACH! Conveniently located to the quaint little town of Venice you can literally ride your bike to eat and shop. This truly was the total package and would definitely plan another stay!
Lisa S.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Judith A., Pennsylvania
22 May 2014
A Beautiful Location
This is a lovely condominium. It is comfortable, attractive, and very well equipped. The owners have provided everything you could ask for in a rental and much more. They are pleasant to work with and respond immediately to any questions or concerns. Steps from the Gulf and walking distance to Venice Avenue, it is in a perfect
location. We are looking forward to a return visit!
Judith A.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
20 March 2014
Ottawa, Canada Snowbirds
Our stay was great. We have previously stayed in Sarasota, Central Florida and the Atlantic coast of Florida, and found Venice to be a lovely, relaxed place to vacation. The close access to the ocean was what we wanted. Marvelous Sunsets!
The beach is very nice (we are very familiar with Siesta Beach), -- your beach could benefit from periodic raking.
The Condo complex is well kept. The only negative aspect was the limited Guest parking. In our instance, we were located too close to the garbage collection area.
Outside of the Condo control, there is construction of a complex on a neighboring lot, which results in constant, loud noise.
Our unit was well equipped, With all the conveniences we needed. The owner responded immediately to minor, maintenance problems.
All the residents, and in particular, our neighbors were lovely people, who went out of there way to assist us and make us feel part of the community.
Great cycling, and convenient access to all conveniences and Sarasota airport.
We had a great stay, and would return again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
7 March 2014
Location can't be beat and the Condo is Fantastic
We stayed for the month of January in 2014. The complex is in a fantastic location and the amenities are wonderful. The owners were extremely accommodating in every respect. It came with everything you need to enjoy your vacation to the fullest. The fishing rods and bikes were a great touch as well. We would highly recommend this unit to anyone and we have already booked for next year in the same unit.
About the host
Hosted by Doug Woodring
Our condo is a focal point of our family get-togethers. While not native to the area, we have been Floridians for over 30 years and we love the beach!
Why they chose this property
My wife and I fell in love with the quiet charm of Venice several years ago. We have been renters ourselves in the area and decided to take the plunge and fuel our passion for the beach, scuba, and shark tooth diving. We hope you enjoy the area as much as we do. It's our favorite home away from home and we hope it will become yours.
What makes this property unique
Golden beach where Aldea Mar is located is the nicest private beach area on the island of Venice. The property gives you that secluded island/beach feel while being only minutes away to downtown and other amenities in the area.