Back-in Value
- Hookups
- Water & electric
- Power
- 30 / 50 amp
- Pull-through
- Not listed
- Max length
- Not listed
- Pad
- Grass
Ramblers Rest RV Resort
RV park in Venice, Sarasota County, Florida Also known as Ramblers Rest Resort, Rambler's Rest
USDA NAIP via USGS RV park with 647 sites
Full hookups, 50 amp, Pets welcome, On the water
From the park's website, Oct 2026
Not yet confirmed by phone. Details can change, so check with the park before you go.
647 sites
30 / 50 amp
Electric service
Open year-round
Open year round
Book online
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Large all-age Encore (Equity LifeStyle) RV resort with 647 sites on the Myakka River in Venice, open year round with nightly, seasonal and annual stays. Sites range from water-and-electric value sites to full-hookup premium pull-throughs. It has a pool, spa, boat ramp, dog park and a full winter activity calendar.
What stands out
- 647 sites on the Myakka River with a boat ramp
- All-age resort, open year round
- Value sites are water and electric only; standard and premium sites have sewer
- Premium sites take any size RV
- Ballroom, dance hall with stage, wood shop and a full winter activity calendar
- Seasonal and annual sites; electric extra on stays of 30+ days
Sites
Pull-through Value
- Hookups
- Water & electric
- Power
- 30 / 50 amp
- Pull-through
- Not listed
- Max length
- Not listed
- Pad
- Asphalt
Back-in Standard
- Hookups
- Full hookups
- Power
- 30 / 50 amp
- Pull-through
- Not listed
- Max length
- Not listed
- Pad
- Not listed
Back-in Premium
- Hookups
- Full hookups
- Power
- 30 / 50 amp
- Pull-through
- Not listed
- Max length
- Not listed
- Pad
- Grass, Gravel
Pull-through Premium
- Hookups
- Full hookups
- Power
- 30 / 50 amp
- Pull-through
- Not listed
- Max length
- Not listed
- Pad
- Grass, Gravel
Pull-through Elite
- Hookups
- Full hookups
- Power
- 30 / 50 amp
- Pull-through
- Not listed
- Max length
- Not listed
- Pad
- Asphalt
What this place offers
- Bathhouse
- Showers
- Laundry
- Pool
- Hot tub
- River or creek
- Fishing
- Boat ramp
- Playground
- Game room
Cabins and rentals
Park model
- Sleeps
- 6
- Bathroom
- Yes
2-bedroom park model cottage: double or queen bed, bunk bed, sleeper sofa, full kitchen, linens and towels, deck, BBQ grill. No pets or smoking. Security deposit at check-in. 7-night minimum April-December.
Things to know
Rig rules
- No RV age limit listed
Pets
- Pets allowed
- Pet friendly; dog park and pet run. No pets in cottages (service animals allowed).
Arrival
- Check-in: 2 p.m.
- Check-out: 11 a.m.
- Open year round
Cancellation: RV sites, stays 1-27 days: full refund up to 2 days before arrival. Rentals: 7 days before. Stays 28-184 days: full refund up to 45 days before, else deposit forfeited. No refund for early check-out.
Included in the rate: RV sites and lodging typically accommodate four guests; per-day guest fee for each additional guest over four.
Other fees: Rates shown only in Newbook with dates; taxes and fees extra. Electricity not included for stays of 30 days or longer. Deposit: one night for daily/weekly stays; one month (max $750) for stays of a month or more. Fee for early check-in or late check-out. Storage for trailers/boats/dollies extra. Annual site holding deposit $150. Weekends 2-night minimum, holidays 3-night minimum.
Good to know
From the park's own website and other official pages. Policies change, so confirm with the park.
Sites
- Value sites have electric and water only, no sewer listed.
- Cottage rentals require a 7-night minimum April through December.
Rates and fees
- Weekend stays need 2 nights and holidays 3 nights; single midweek nights allowed.
- Electricity is not included for stays of 30 days or longer.
- Stays of a month or longer need a one-month deposit up to $750; 4+ month stays pay the balance in installments.
Long-term and snowbird stays
- Seasonal (1-5 months) and annual (6+ months) sites offered; $150 annual site holding deposit does not secure a specific site.
- Annual guests may leave the RV on site year-round but occupancy time is limited; residency requirements apply.
Rig rules
- Trailers, boats and car dollies are not permitted on the site; storage is available for a fee.
Rules
- Minimum check-in age is 18.
Amenities and services
- Internet is an extra charge through a third-party provider; free Wi-Fi only at hot spots.
- Private mailbox/mail center.
Activities and nearby
- Winter activities include dance lessons, quilting, woodcarving, cabaret nights, karaoke, water aerobics, pickleball and tennis.
- Park runs along the Myakka River with a boat ramp; Gulf beaches known for shark's teeth are minutes away.
Ownership
- Encore resort operated by Equity LifeStyle Properties (MHC Property Management L.P.).
On Google
Rating, reviews and photos from the park's Google listing.
Where you'll be
1300 North River Road, Venice, FL, 34293
DirectionsWhere this info comes from
- ramblersrestrv.com Site types, amenities, cottages, site count, address
- rvonthego.com Policies, check-in/out, deposits, cancellation, activities, Wi-Fi, storage, booking
- Florida Department of Health mobile home and RV park license list
- OpenStreetMap
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