Welcome.
Physical address for Casa234
324 Hills Road Nokomis, FL 34275 www.casa324.com Built in 1963
Have Questions or Concerns? Need Local Info or Recommendations? For absolutely any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me via text, phone, or AirBnB app or website. I want your stay to be as enjoyable as possible and I strive to earn your 5-star rating. I live just five minutes away and am typically available to help in any way possible.
Call or text me. 941.387.5173 Max Kelly
General Info
Internet
Network Casa324 Password paradise Connection is DSL-based and should typically run at about 50-60 mbps. Router can be found in cabinet below cement bar. For technical issues, please contact Max via text or telephone.
Unlocking Front Door
I’ll give you your own 4-digit code for entry. Press the Schlage logo button to lock door when you leave. This button also illuminates the keypad so you can see the numbers better at night.
Air Conditioning/Heating
• Set to Cool or Heat (or off when not in use) • Set desired temperatures with up/down arrow buttons.
Ceiling Fan
Ceiling fan (in back bedroom) is operated with wall switch and in conjunction with hand-held remote.
Laundry
Washer, dryer and detergents, etc. are for your use.
For wet beach towels and swimsuits, please use the drying rack. (vs. the backs of wooden chairs, etc. Thanks :-)
Television
The 2 televisions access a number of streaming channel. For best selection of available channels, us the SLING button on the small ROKU remotes. You can also use the ROKU remote to log into your own Netflix, Amazon, and other services. Television in bedroom can be moved to other rooms.
Music
Mobile devices can be connected with Boombox via BlueTooth or cable with mini jack . Connect via Bluetooth 1. Turn on boombox power Lightly rest finger on power button
for a moment until lights come on.
2. Put boombox in pairing mode Lightly rest finger on power button
for about 5 seconds until lights flash continuously.
3. Find boombox on your device With lights flashing on boombox, look for Beatbox Portable in the bluetooth settings of your device. Then pair on your device. Connect via Cable Use cable that is plugged into back of boombox. If cable connection does not immediately work, you need to switch boombox to cable mode: Rest fingers on both volume buttons (– +) for a moment to switch to cable mode. Lights will flash once to indicate it has changed modes.
Kitchen, etc.
Kitchen has a simple stock of basic cooking staples, foil, plastic wrap, sandwich bags, etc. And you will also find basic groceries in the refrigerator. These are complimentary and for you to enjoy during your stay at Casa324. To familiarize yourself with available utensils and appliances, it’s best to take a minute to pop open the various cabinets and drawers and see what is available. If there is anything that you need but don’t find, please let me know. I’m always trying to better outfit the house.
Outdoor Grill 1. 2. 3. 4.
Open the valve on the top of the propane tank (below grill) by turning counter-clockwise. One at a time, push in and simultaneously turn the burner control knobs counter-clockwise to release a flow of gas to each of the burners and to spark the lighter. Each individual burner should ignite instantly as you go through these steps and you should be able to see the flame running the length of the burners. Repeat this for all 4 burners (after using, please turn off main propane valve on the top of tank)
Call me if you’re unsure. I’m happy to swing by to start grill. (after using, please turn off all burners AND main propane valve on the top of tank)
Recycle (Thursday morning pick-up)
Please use bins in lower cabinet to left of sink. One bin is for cans, plastic containers, juice and cardboard dairy containers (styrofoam is not recycled). Other bin is for clean and dry paper products, cardboard, etc. These can be emptied into recycle bins in laundry room. (blue bin for paper / red bin for glass etc)
Garbage (Thursday morning pick-up)
Bags for kitchen garbage can are located below kitchen sink. When kitchen garbage can is full, please remove bag and place in large plastic garbage can located in laundry room. For rentals of one week or more, please set black plastic garbage can and red and blue municipal recycle bins can at end of driveway on Wednesday evenings for Thursday AM pick-up.
Linens
The hall closet contains extra linens and towels. There are also comforters in beddroom closets.
Beach Stuff
Beach chairs and other items for the beach are located in laundry room.
Parking
Please use driveway. If your party has more than two cars, front edge of front lawn can be used for additional parking.
Security
Nokomis is a very safe secure town and most guests leave casual items such as towels and shoes outside. However, please lock front door and sliding patio door at night and when you leave the house. It’s a good idea to lock your car at night or when you are away.
Smoking/Fire
Smoking is not permitted indoors, but feel free to smoke outside, on back porch, patio, etc. Candles or other fire are not permitted indoors nor on front or back patios or porches. House is equipped with smoke detectors. Fire extinguishers in laundry room and kitchen.
Additional Guests
Rental agreement accommodates up to 4 people. Beyond that there is a $25 per night / per person charge, as indicated in rental listing.
Parties
Parties are not permitted.
Pets
Pets are not permitted.
etc.
Terrazzo floors are original to the house are very susceptible to stains. We appreciate your cleaning up any spills as quicky as possible. Thanks!
Check Out
Time Check out is 11am on day of departure. If you would like to stay longer, just let me know before your day of departure. Typically it’s not a problem. Lock Doors Please be sure all doors are locked when you leave. Text Me If possible, please text or call me to let me know when you have checked out and that it is ok for me to come prepare the house for my next guests. Thanks!
Getting Oriented.
Distances For travel up and down the coast in Southwest Florida, locals typically take 41 (Tamiami Trail) or I-75. Which one is fastest depends on your destination and the time of year. Unfortunately, local public transportation is not great. So, for longer distances, travel by car is about the only way.
Tampa Airport (TPA) 1 hour 15 minutes
Sarasota Airport (SRQ) 30-35 minutes
St. Armands Circle & Lido Beach 35 minutes
Downtown Sarasota 30 minutes
Siesta Key Beach & Village 20-25 minutes
Sarasota
Myakka State Park 25 minutes
Osprey Casey Key
Oscar Scherer State Park 5 minutes
You are here
Nokomis
Nokomis Beach 5 minutes
Venice Downtown Venice & Venice Beach 10-15 minutes Venice Pier 15 minutes
Caspersen Beach 15 minutes Fort Myers Airport (RSW) 1 hour 10 minutes
Getting Right to it.
Let’s Hit the Beach! Nokomis Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Southwest Florida, yet it remains largely unknown to most tourists, and even to many residents of surrounding communities. Swim in designated swim zones, or venture off and walk for miles. Or just relax and search for prehistoric fossilized shark’s teeth. Enjoy one of the only beaches in Florida without a single high-rise looming behind it. Though relatively quiet, Nokomis Beach is well-maintained and has lifeguards, showers, restrooms and a concession stand.
Nokomis Beach
Hunt for fossilized shark in the sand at local beaches.
You are here
Legacy Bike Trail Laurel Rd. Entrance
Windflight Surf Shop
tel. (941) 484-2794
Nokomis Beach 5-6 minutes by car
Sharktooth Concession Stand at Nokomis Beach Boardwalk tel. (703) 472-0776
North Jetty Park & Beach 7-8 minutes
KC Key Food Mart tel. (941) 484-8400
Getting to Know the Area.
A Bite and a Drink on the Water If you’ve just arrived and want to get a feel for the area, grabbing a bite and a drink on the waterfront is hard to beat. While there are plenty of good restaurants and bars in the area, I’ve put together this map of solely those local establishments which offer a view of either the Gulf of Mexico or of the Intercoastal Waterway. Note that most restaurants in this area stop serving by 9:30 or 10 PM. So if it’s late, call ahead to make sure you can be seated.
I also highly recommend keeping it simple and cheap! Grab some beverages from the refrigerator, put them in the cooler bag, and zip down to Nokomis beach for what is typically a spectacular sunset. If you need more supplies, there is a convenience store on Albee Road, about 1/3 of a mile east of the beach (see map on Beach Page). And yes! Alcohol is permitted on Sarasota county beaches as long as it is not in any sort of glass container.
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PICKS Sarasota
Osprey Evie’s at Spanish Point Restaurant and Tiki Bar 10 minutes tel. (941) 218-6114
Casey Key Fish House 8 minutes
Casey Key
tel. (941) 966-1901
Pop’s Sunset Grill 6 minutes
You are here
Nokomis
tel. (941) 488-3177
Sharktooth Concession At Nokomis Beach, 7 minutes tel. (703) 472-0776
Nokomo’s Sunset Hut 6 minutes
Venice
tel. (941) 488-1324
Dockside Grill 8 minutes
Fish Camp 15 minutes (just for beer and wine :)
tel. (941) 218-6418
Crow’s Nest 15 minutes
tel. (941) 484-9551
Fin’s at Sharky’s 14 minutes tel. (941) 999-3467
Sharky’s on the Pier 14 minutes tel. (941) 488-1456
Eating Close to Home.
Recommended Restaurants Within 15 minutes Between Sarasota and Venice there are many places to eat. But these are some of my picks for spots that are good and very easy to get to. For more options and information, go to www.casa324.com and click on To Do tab.
Most restaurants in this area stop serving by 9:30 or 10. So if it’s late, it’s best to call ahead to make sure you can be seated.
Sarasota
Evie’s at Spanish Point Restaurant and Tiki Bar 10 minutes tel. (941) 218-6114
Casey Key Fish House 8 minutes tel. (941) 966-1901
Osprey
Mama Leone’s Pizza 3 minutes
WaterfrontToo 3 minutes
tel. (941) 918-9889
tel. 941) 918-4591
Casey Key
Breakfast Cottage 3 minutes
You are here
tel. (941) 313-9529
Nokomis
Paradise Grill 3 minutes
tel. (941) 786 1524
Pop’s Sunset Grill 6 minutes
Saltwater Cafe 4 minutes
tel. (941) 488-3177
tel. (941) 488-3775
tel. (941) 218-6418
tel. (941) 412-4334
Captain Eddie’s Seafood 6 minutes tel. (941) 484-4372
Venice
Dockside Grill 8 minutes
Cafe Evergreen 6 minutes Made in Italy 10 minutes
tel. (941) 488-8282
Cafe Longet 10 minutes
tel. (941) 488-8282
Thai Bistro 12 minutes
tel. (941) 484-8458
Fin’s at Sharky’s 14 minutes tel. (941) 999-3467
Sharky’s on the Pier 14 minutes tel. (941) 488-1456
Mi Pueblo (Mexican) 12 minutes tel. (941) 486-0005
Rise and Shine.
Breakfast Spots Within 15 Minutes Nokomis and Venice have a number of good breakfast spots. These are some of my picks for ones that are good and that don’t require a lot of driving.
For a simple but good breakfast bite with a great view, check out the Sharktooth Concession Stand on the Nokomis Beach Boardwalk. Simple breakfast sandwiches and good coffee. Start your day there and you’re already at the beach!
Breakfast Cottage 4 minutes tel. (941) 313-9529
You are here Dunkin Donuts This is inside the gas station, so just for take-out. 2 minutes tel. (941) 480-1439
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Paradise Grill 3 minutes
tel. (941) 786 1524
Sharktooth Concession Stand On Nokomis Beach Boardwalk 7 minutes tel. (703) 472-0776
Anita’s 7 minutes
tel. (941) 485-3859
Cafe Evergreen 8 minutes (Sat and Sun only) tel. (941) 412-4334
Upper Crust Cafe & Bakery 13 minutes (Venice Ave) Abby’s 13 minutes
tel. (941) 244-0430
tel. (941) 315-4064
Island Organics 13 minutes (Miami Ave) tel. (941) 484-3565
Taking Care of Business.
The Practical Stuff
Osprey Richard’s Health Foods 10 minutes tel. (941) 966-0596
Walmart 15 minutes
West Coast Wellness Walk-in Clinic 2512 N. Tamiami Trail Nokomis 34275 tel. (941) 918-9889
You are here Speedway Gas & Convenience Store tel. (941) 480-1439
Aldi Supermarket tel. (941) 484-8426
Bank of America tel. (941) 484-9858
Chase Bank
tel. (941) 882-7520
CVS Pharmacy tel. (941) 484-8406
Walgreens Pharmacy tel. (941) 882-7520
Publix Supermarket tel. (941) 484-8426
Publix Liquors
tel. (941) 484-9032
Ace Hardware
tel. (941) 484-8454
Racetrack Gas & Convenience Store tel. (941) 483-4619
KC Key Food Mart tel. (941) 484-8400
Windflight Surf Shop
Nokomis Beach
tel. (941) 484-2794
Nokomis
Sarasota memorial Urgent Care Center 997 U.S. 41 Bypass Venice, FL 34285 (941) 952-4250 (10 minutes south on US 41)
Legacy Trail photos by Max Kelly
Venice
Nokomis Beach
Paddleboard and Kayak Rentals
Nokomis Beach Concession Stand
Nokomis Beach
Myakka State Park
North NorthJetty Jetty
For information on biking, kayaking, paddleboard rentals, etc, go www.casa324 and click on To Do tab.
Nokomis Beach
Nokomis Beach
Happy Hour at Fins at Sharky’s
Venice Pier
Legacy Trail Photos by Max Kelly
Fun 324 photos to share on Instagram? #casa324florida