Venice, FL
Enzymedica’s headquarters is located in the city of Venice on Florida’s illustrious Gulf Coast. When you’re not at work you’ll be able to enjoy all that this quaint little city has to offer. Featuring world famous beaches, a historic downtown, and enough restaurants to keep any foodie satisfied, your evenings and weekends are sure to be delightful. Coastal Living magazine even voted it number two on their list of happiest seaside towns. When it comes to cost of living, Venice is only slightly higher than the state of Florida. Venice compares favorably to other desirable cities in the US. It is 5% cheaper than Miami, 13% cheaper than Chicago, and 37% cheaper than Seattle. Below are some of the things sure to make Venice feel like home.
Historic Downtown
Italian Renaissance-style buildings featuring elegant arches and red tile roofs line wide avenues with lush landscaping. More than 100 boutiques, restaurants, and small businesses call our historic downtown home. The Old Florida charm is best enjoyed on foot as you stroll down the street popping into antique shops, art galleries, and so much more. In the middle of downtown, Centennial Park offers a peaceful green space for relaxing, community events, and free concerts.
Pine View School
Venice is home to the #1 high school in the state of Florida educating approximately 2,200 students in grades 2-12. The curriculum emphasizes rigor, differentiated instruction, and academic self-determination. In elementary and middle school, students take accelerated classes that go more in-depth than similar classes at other schools. High school students are given a high degree of freedom when it comes to their course load. The school also places a strong focus on parent involvement. With a long list of electives and extracurricular, students are free to pursue their interests and passions. On top of it all, Pine View is a magnet school so there's no need to limit your home buying to a specific district.
Venice Beach
No more wasting vacation days on a getaway to the beach. Venice features 14 miles of pristine gulf beaches. We even have a dog friendly beach to enjoy with your four-legged friend. Commonly known as the Shark Tooth Capital of the World, our beaches attract many people hoping to take home some prehistoric souvenirs. If you prefer fishing to sunbathing, the Venice Pier offers 700 feet of stunning views and premier fishing. With an average temperature of 73°F you’ll be able to enjoy the beach or the pier year-round.
Parks and Trails
Smooth and straight, the Legacy Trail is 12.5 miles of concrete that cuts through Oscar Sherer State Park and other picturesque scenery as it travels north up to neighboring Sarasota. Ideal for the cycling enthusiast or the leisurely weekend rider. The Venetian Waterway Park is a scenic 10-mile trail that hugs the coastline of the Intercoastal Waterway, offering plenty of water views and wildlife. Featuring playgrounds, fitness stops, and covered picnic areas this park has everything you are looking for. The trail also connects to Caspersen Beach, downtown Venice, and the Legacy Trail.
Sarasota, FL
A short 30-minute drive up the Tamiami Trail lands you in the small city of Sarasota, where world famous beaches meet a modern downtown. Siesta Key Beach has consistently been voted one of America’s top beaches, known for its sugar-fine, quartz white sand. Siesta Key Village surrounds the beach and offers a diverse range of bars, restaurants, and shops. Fine-dining, casual bites to eat, and lively bars can all be found in the small downtown. Sarasota also has a long history with the arts. The Asolo Theatre and the Van Weazel feature plays, orchestras, and touring musical acts. The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art features a stunning collection of paintings and statues as well as traveling exhibits from other museums. If you’re a sports fan, you’ll be pleased to find out the Baltimore Orioles conduct their Spring Training in Sarasota, not to mention the many premier golf courses in the area. There’s also a ton of family-friendly attractions including Mote Marine Aquarium, and Jungle Gardens.
