Approximately 3-4 miles from historic downtown Venice, Florida and the Island beaches, the community of Venice Acres offers access to an incredible array of activities and points of interest in the Venice area. Sun worshippers are nearby the splendor of local beaches, avid fishers can enjoy the Venice Municipal Fishing Pier at Sharkey's Restaurant, and the boutique shopping is seemingly endless. ... more.There is a variety of architectural designs among the homes in Venice Acres, ranging from Mediterranean and Key West styles to custom designs, with the single-story ranch home being the predominant build-type. One of the few Venice, Florida area deed-restricted neighborhoods with acreage, residences range from 1-3 acres and allow for horses.