I rented a jet ski from this company, but the experience ended in a situation that raises serious…read moreconcerns about how they operate. There was no clear or visible parking guidance where I parked in front of their location at 100 Circuit Rd. The only sign on the building directs customers to a side gate and says nothing about parking restrictions or towing. I also received no verbal instructions about parking when I made the reservation over the phone. At no point was I warned that parking in that area could result in my vehicle being towed. After my vehicle was towed, the company claimed there was signage elsewhere on the property, but it was not visible from where I parked and would not reasonably be seen by a customer arriving at their storefront. Instead of taking responsibility, they immediately shifted blame to the marina and towing company. At no point did they acknowledge that their lack of clear, visible parking instructions--both over the phone and on-site--directly contributed to the situation. Separately, the overall process felt rushed. I fortunately have prior experience riding wave runners, but if I hadn't, the lack of meaningful instruction and the speed at which paperwork was handled would have been concerning from a safety standpoint. To make matters worse, I was initially denied access to retrieve personal belongings from my vehicle and had to deal with the situation in extreme heat (around a 107°F heat index) with my two young children present. This was entirely avoidable. The lack of clear direction, combined with how this situation was handled afterward, is a serious red flag.

My family had a wonderful experience renting three total kayaks from this spot on Nokomis. I called…read moresame day and they were able to accomodate us, but if you're pre-planning your rental the online booking process couldn't be easier. We were staying in Venice and found this location to be accessible, easy to get to, with easy breezy parking. Other great things? Right next to an awesome tiki bar for post-rental pina coladas! The views and vistas from this location were expertly explained to us and we enjoyed snake island, a few of the surrounding bays, and gorgeous views of sting rays, cranes, and BEST of all: dolphins! I had two swim up directly next to my kayak which was one of the most incredible things that has ever happened to me. I can't say enough about our experience and I highly recommend adding some boat time to your FL itinerary.

The jet skis were stable and easy to drive and ride on. The staff were knowledgeable and friendly…read more This was my first time jet skiing in the gulf & it was amazing.

Went here based on yelp reviews and was not disappointed…read more The registration process was quick as I was renting a wave runner to take my daughter out. Went over the safety briefing and they lead you out of the channel to the gulf. They do not start the time until you arrive in the gulf which I thought was very cool. One note is no lockers for your personal stuff but they hang onto your license as a deposit and will put your keys with them. Overall, I was very impressed with this operation and will most defiantly be back.

Nice place Kids enjoyed burning off the much needed food…read moreintake from Oleary's. Nice layout. Love that shade option. Keep up the great work. Will return when in the area! Respectfully, Bryan Oklahoma City

Nice park with a half a mile walking loop that is close to the marina, lots of nice boats. There's…read morea restaurant located on the premises that I didn't get to try. Enjoyed the swing bench and watching the water while exploring Sarasota. There's a lot of art featured here also. The huge parking lot is three hours max I believe.

My family has kept our boats here for a long time. We are happy here and the guys are always so…read moregreat to us! To the people complaining about lack of availability or customer service- Educate yourself on the process to store a boat in FL. Individuals often own the slips. It's not the marina's responsibility to teach you this, or find a spot for you..... you have to find one yourself and either purchase or rent. It's all on their website too.

This is Deb Macchi. My husband and I visited this marina a couple months ago. We currently have our…read moreboat at Hidden Harbor Marina and have been very happy there. Phillippi, however, is literally within walking distance for us, so we decided to check it out. Prior to going, I attempted to contact them via phone multiple times to no avail. We finally went over to the office. We stood there for a few minutes before anyone even acknowledged our presence. A young guy then took us for a tour around the facility. There was one space open, and we told him we were interested in it. He informed us he would have to contact the owner and "let us know" within the week. Over two weeks later I called, and he nonchalantly said that the owner had decided he was going to utilize it himself. No apology for not calling us, nothing--as if not following up was standard operating procedure. And I suspect that may be the case. During our initial visit I asked about the procedure for reserving a time to have the boat put in the water. I was told to simply call "a couple of hours" before I needed it. I was concerned with this procedure because when we have company or when it is a holiday, I would like to have the reservation taken care of ahead of time to make sure everything goes smoothly, and also so I am not trying to get through to someone the day I need the boat. He simply said they had no procedure for doing that. He was aware that Hidden Harbor has an online reservation system (easy as pie) and could have cared less that what he described was a far cry from that. I wanted to suggest that they go to Walmart and buy a notebook and hand write reservations, but it was clear they couldn't give a hoot. Keep in mind also, when considering this place, they do not have a floating dock. Have fun trying to get in your boat at low tide. Its also not as clean or organized as Hidden Harbor. All in all, this seemed like a bush-league operation (and not cheaper than Hidden Harbor). We'll be staying where we are and with a renewed sense of appreciation!

The whole process was seamless....from making the reservation on line, filling out the required…read morepaperwork, and the execution of a perfect Boating morning! Our Son was our Captain, he own's a boat in Boca so that was a breeze... If you have no clue....They still take time & patience to explain everything.... $$$$ pricy.... Our boat was in excellent condition and we we're instructed to call in 15 min. Before coming in, we did & staff was ready to meet us! The only thing I didn't like, was after paying 400 + for the 5 hour rental...we were charged 67.00 + in fuel. BUT, if you rent a vehicle...you must fill that up as well prior to turning it in...so...it is what it is! FUN DAY!!

We rented a half-day pontoon and it was super fun. Zack, the young man who works there was very…read morefriendly, informative, and thorough. Thanks for a great time! I definitely recommend this place

Free parking! Wow! It's a quick walk to the beach. I wore flip flops and took them off to enjoy the…read morewater. There's a lot of small shells so the water is not for the weak of feet. There seems to be a strong undercurrent so the first two feet are safe and then it drops down where the waves hit and you can easily be belly or chest deep. It looks hard to get out if you get that far in. Many beachgoers were tanning or lounging under tents and sunshades. Some were drinking. There's a small rock formation I walked to where people were fishing. There is some fishing along the beach as well so be careful as you walk. The shells are mostly small fragments. There are some larger ones. Nothing worth keeping today. The showers on the way out to the parking lot helped me clean my flip flops. Looks like public bathrooms too near the lot. Nice place to walk and people watch.

If you're considering these reviews for a waterfront fun day, you're probably eager to find the…read morebest spot to enjoy the sun. Here are the key details: The park offers picnic shelters with easy access from your car, which is essential if you have a lot of gear to carry. Just across the street on the bay side of Casey Key, there is a paddleboard, canoe, and kayak launch. Children will love the playground, and you can get a good workout on the volleyball courts. Restrooms are available to keep you comfortable especially when you're staying extra hydrated, and outdoor showers make it easy to rinse off salt and sand. The jetty is a popular spot for boat watching, fishing, and enjoying sunsets. If you're lucky, you might even spot dolphins or a manatee. If you didn't bring everything you need, there's a snack bar serving a variety of food and drinks. Plus, free parking is available and spread across all the beach access points. I'll see you at the beach...

We rented the Southwind 2400 Sundeck from CB's on a beautiful Saturday morning, and we had a…read morefantastic experience! The check-in process was extremely smooth. Even though it was pretty busy when we arrived, they had us on the boat within about 15-30 minutes. The staff was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and thorough, which made the whole process easy and stress-free. The boat itself was clean, well-maintained, and ran smoothly. The stereo system sounded great, too! They're also located in a very convenient area, with plenty of docking options and lots of great food choices nearby. We had such a great time and would highly recommend CB's to anyone looking to rent a boat. We'll definitely be back!

Good spot. Being able to pull up and grab live bait right from my kayak is sick, all the employees…read moreare super friendly

This is a very nice quiet secluded beach located down the street from the main Venice Beach. I like…read moreit because of it being quiet secluded and relaxing. There's no parking, but down the street is public parking so we dropped off our stuff here with me and my husband parked. I love these kind of beaches that are off the beaten path. It's the true definition of beach, beach, chill, and relaxed. Since this is not Siesta Key, the sand is quite different. There are a lot of sand pieces and it feels a lot like gravel. But I'm not looking for that powder sand, I'm looking for the chill beautiful all natural which this is it!