Banyan House Vacation Rentals — Hotel in Venice

We've been coming to Venice to see my parents for 40 years, and have always admired the frontage of this building while walking, and that's where it ended. But in fact, for my Dad's 99 birthday celebration last week, we had an opportunity to go beyond the frontage! My brother /wife and husband and I decided to try the Banyan House since it was around the corner from Dad's. From the moment we pulled up, cheerful, professional Deanna runs out to greet us! We found over the next 3 days, what a fabulous manager she is! The recent owners, Rosie & Bret are loving what they're doing, and they make you feel that way too! The building, dating back to 1926 is a charming, airy step back in time. The upstairs has 6 questrooms, some with porches, fireplace and kitchens. We stayed in the Palm. And what a room! Covered porch looking into the banyan tree! (gift of Thomas Edison). Gas fireplace and a beautiful kingsize bed, lots of light, large bathroom, & good temp controls. The beautiful, Zen-like garden area will instantly relax you, with the friendliest koi I've ever seen, in a pond with a waterfall, a babbling brook, palms and ferns, flowers and sculpture, and chairs to sit a spell. The first pool in Venice a bit elevated for drama. Coffee, tea available all day with snacks fit the bill while sitting in the gardens. Rosie and Deanna are in and out, asking if we need anything, chatting a bit and keeping everything in order. Again, with the most genuinely, pleasant nature. With the pool, hot tub, billiards room, small workout room, gardens, bedrooms that do not disappoint since they have thought of everything anyone would need, relaxing common rooms to chat with others, delightful owners and manager, and impeccable cleanliness, I can't think of one negative about this place. We'll be back to this Tropical...

We recently spent 3 fabulous days at the Banyon House in Venice Florida. The room was absolutely beautiful and sparkling clean. We stayed in the Palm room. Very roomy with a King size bed and small table and chairs (large TV); gorgeous large bathroom with fluffy towels and cool lighting; the kitchenette was fully equipped with anything and everything you could possible need; we had a large deck right across from the most beautiful banyon tree I’ve ever seen and overlooking the pool and garden area. A bonus was a full-size coffee pot and all kinds of snacks in the kitchenette. They offer a very nice Continental breakfast downstairs in the day room…. with fresh bakery goods that I just loved (those croissants!!), along with fruit, oatmeal, all kinds of breakfast drinks, etc. We usually took some biscotti or muffins up to our room in the evening to have with our early morning coffee upstairs before we went down to have their continental breakfast.

We liked sitting on the swing under the banyon tree and enjoying the peaceful environment. The garden and koi pond are such an asset to this beautiful property. We also loved hanging out in the pool. They supply noodles, beach towels, etc. There are lots of games/books in the day room if you prefer to stay indoors. Downtown Venice is 5 minutes away. We did not go to the beach, but it is also close by.

The owners, Rosie and Bret are super nice folks and very accommodating. It was fun to get to get to know them and visit with them. The same with the manager, Deanna. All lovely people who made us feel very welcome. We felt like friends when we left. This was our first visit to the Banyon House. We found it on-line and what a find it was! Guess what? We are going back next year….same...

A Perfect Stay, Beautiful and Conveniently Located Property!!🌷 From the Welcome and poperty tour, you see how much the owners Care For Your Stay, and ALL the Details to make it Wonderful! Rosie and Bret make it feel like a personalized visit. It shows how much they care for this Historic Property, and it reflects in all the special amenities. Most of the rooms surround a patio oasis🌴, pond and waterfall (the sound lulls you to sleep at night😊) Among this little courtyard, a small pool, hot tub, and separate building with billiard 🎱 room.The billiard room, has a large icemaker, large TV w/Netflix, and Exercise Mats, and small weights to borrow. From Bikes 🚲 to everything needed for the ⛱️ BEACH, and even complimentary fully stocked laundry room! No detail is left out. Breakfast items, snacks, and beverages ☕️ provided in the morning, and in your room. We had the Laurel a Room, bright, feminine, and flowery! (Just the way I like it). A small but well appointed room, with cozy comfortable B&B vibe. My favorite fun traditional detail was a postcard and pen stand on the desk. A Refrigerator, iron/board, ice bucket and Assortment of all the kitchen things one needs. Additionally a small table and chairs to sit at. Welcome chocolates 🍫and snacks, bottles of water. Coffee maker in room, and down stairs. Even dish soap, sponge, and extra paper items. Extra towels, 💄make up remover single wipes, make up towel, and cotton balls provided. Right down the street from the Beach, Historic Downtown Area, and Sharky's / Finn's waterfront restaurants. Also near grocery / shopping stores. If ever a hiccup, Rosie and Bret are both there to listen and help. Vacation and property feels intimate and...