Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this Venice Island vacation home, you'll find Venice Beach and Manasota Beach. Venice Museum & Archives and Venice Art Center are also within half a mile (1 km).
Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
Brew-Za-Bagels - 12 min walk
Harbor Bistro - 13 min walk
Food+Beer - 15 min walk
BrewBurgers Back Porch - 12 min walk
T. J. Carney's - 16 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
2 BR Home With Private Beach Access To Golden Beach - Luna Sea
Welcome to Luna Sea, professionally managed by Gulf Coast Vacation Rentals and ideally located in the exclusive Golden Beach neighborhood of Venice Island. Just four blocks from the Gulf of Mexico, this charming coastal retreat offers guests deeded private beach access to Golden Beach, one of the most peaceful and desirable stretches of shoreline in the area.
A short half-mile walk or bike ride brings you to the neighborhood's private beach entrance, reserved exclusively for residents and guests. Here you'll enjoy fewer crowds, open shoreline, and breathtaking Gulf sunsets. The access includes an outdoor shower, picnic tables, and a gazebo for shaded breaks between swims. Venice is known as the Shark Tooth Capital of the World, making every beach walk an opportunity to discover prehistoric treasures along the sand.
Luna Sea also places you within easy reach of Historic Downtown Venice, just eight blocks away. Stroll to local coffee shops, seafood restaurants, boutique shopping, and beautiful Italian Renaissance-style architecture. Venice Beach and the popular Sharky's on the Pier are within walking or biking distance, and Brohard Paw Park, one of the only dog-friendly beaches in the Sarasota area, is just about a mile away.
While the location makes exploring effortless, Luna Sea also offers a private backyard retreat when you're ready to unwind. The spacious, partially fenced yard features lush landscaping and a covered patio where you can enjoy morning coffee or evening sea breezes in complete relaxation. Well-behaved dogs are welcome, so your four-legged family members can enjoy the Gulf Coast lifestyle too.
Inside, this bright and comfortable duplex accommodates up to six guests with two bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms, and a queen sleeper sofa. High ceilings and cool terrazzo tile floors create an airy coastal feel throughout the main living area. The living room provides ample seating, a large flat-screen TV with streaming capability, and high-speed WiFi for entertainment or remote work.
The open eat-in kitchen is fully equipped for everything from quick beach-day breakfasts to family dinners, with a dining table that seats six. Both bedrooms feature queen-size beds, ceiling fans, bedside reading lamps, and in-room TVs for winding down at night. The larger bedroom also includes a queen pullout sofa and a dedicated workspace with a desk, making it ideal for extended stays or remote work. A full bathroom with shower/tub combination, an additional half bath, and an in-home washer and dryer provide added convenience.
Luna Sea is the left side of the duplex and can be reserved together with Golden Beach Haven, the adjoining unit, making it perfect for multi-family vacations or larger gatherings who want to stay close while enjoying private living spaces.
One of the standout features of Luna Sea is its flexibility. It is one of the few Golden Beach homes available for weekly rentals, with stays as short as seven nights, and make it an excellent winter retreat on Florida's Gulf Coast.
Spend your days golfing at one of Venice's nearby courses, relaxing on the beach, or exploring town, then walk just minutes to the shoreline for unforgettable Gulf sunsets. With its private beach access, walkable location, and pet-friendly accommodations, Luna Sea offers the ideal Venice Island vacation rental experience.
Reserve your stay and discover why Golden Beach is one of Venice Island's most sought-after neighborhoods.
Parking at Golden Beach, is for resident only. There is street parking right by the entrance for the beach.
House Rule: No smoking. No burning candles inside of lodging. No parties.
Furry friends welcome! Up to 2 pets allowed. A non-refundable pet fee applies and must be paid directly to the management company.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 1,250 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
929827
Frequently asked questions
How close is 2 BR Home With Private Beach Access To Golden Beach - Luna Sea to the airport?
This vacation home is 23.8 mi (37-min drive) away from the Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does 2 BR Home With Private Beach Access To Golden Beach - Luna Sea have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is 2 BR Home With Private Beach Access To Golden Beach - Luna Sea to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 14-minute walk from Venice Beach and 10-minute walk from Manasota Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does 2 BR Home With Private Beach Access To Golden Beach - Luna Sea offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at 2 BR Home With Private Beach Access To Golden Beach - Luna Sea?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at 2 BR Home With Private Beach Access To Golden Beach - Luna Sea?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at 2 BR Home With Private Beach Access To Golden Beach - Luna Sea?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does 2 BR Home With Private Beach Access To Golden Beach - Luna Sea have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does 2 BR Home With Private Beach Access To Golden Beach - Luna Sea have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is 2 BR Home With Private Beach Access To Golden Beach - Luna Sea to downtown Venice?
This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Venice.
2 BR Home With Private Beach Access To Golden Beach - Luna Sea Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 19 reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
beth p.
Mar 22, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Beach access RoomyGood communication
beth p.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026
8/10 Good
Rich B.
Mar 9, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location! Great value!
Rich B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
Stephen C.
Mar 3, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location, great responsiveness to Questions and guidance.
Stephen C.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
vincent a.
Feb 19, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Great porch
vincent a.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Ronald F.
Jul 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It was wonderful
Ronald F.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
julie f.
Mar 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
venice beach
the listing was a bit misleading in the proximity to beach. in front of busy noisy roadvery old propertywas NOT convenient to beach NO Parking overpriced for what it was, cleanNO instructions for TV. all streaming unable to see local news or Tv.Good location to the stores, restaurantswas just an ok place to stay.the amount of fees is in my opinion ridiculous.starter of coffee is suggestedonly one shower
julie f.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
2/10 Terrible
Mary Ann H.
Oct 1, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Mold
Cat or dog hair everywhere. Nasty and smelly rugs. Mold smell in add on back bedroom. Said 2 baths but really the second bathroom was only a toilet in an old laundry room without a sink or shower. The smell continued and the company wouldn’t return my money or move me elsewhere
Mary Ann H.
Stayed 64 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
sara h.
Jun 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation 2024
All good except no tv cable
sara h.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
sonda a.
Apr 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Harbor Drive
Overall, nice place to stay. Has most things one would need except a dishwasher. Very convenient to downtown Venice, beaches, grocery store. Only complaint is that the Bathroom sink did not drain properly. I alerted management but unfortunately it did not get fixed during our stay.
sonda a.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
2/10 Terrible
MARISSA P.
Mar 19, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Untrustworthy property management
WE NEVER FELT SAFE OUR ENTIRE TRIP WHILE STAYING HERE!
Upon arrival to the property there were guests still in the property that said they had reservations that overlapped our reservation by three days!!!
They had the same door code as us and were not concerned about the double booking, which seemed strange. It took us 24 hours to get in touch with the property manager, and that wasn’t until we contacted VRBO directly.
Magically, VRBO was able to contact the property manager immediately. They had no evidence of a double booking, they sent a representative to the home, who looked through the windows of the home and deemed it was empty and clean. Then, an hour later it was discovered that the property’s actual owner let some of their relatives stay at the property without communicating to property management.
I asked for a refund of my night that I was not able to be in my VRBO, changing of the door code, and cleaning of the property. I only received the cleaning (which was subpar). The door code was never changed!!! And I was told I would get 100 dollars credited to me, but this was never given to me either.
There was black mold in the bathroom and around the air vents. The linens had holes in them. They expected guests to start the linens in the washing machine upon leaving but did not provide laundry detergent. The blankets had stains on them.
I continued to call the property manager about these issues throughout our stay and never received a return call.
MARISSA P.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Nadya K.
Feb 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Location is everything
I really enjoyed the location of this property, despite my initial disappointment about the property itself. Amenities are bare bones and dated. There's a posting on the wall that refers you to a binder of information and cable channels. There is no such binder and no cable. Daily walks to and on the beach were priceless.