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Ramblers Rest RV Resort is an all-age RV park in Florida located along the Myakka River in Venice. You'll find the best of both worlds in Ramblers Rest's tranquil, wooded RV resort setting, where you're still just minutes away from the hustle and bustle of Sarasota. Not only does the Myakka River run along the RV park, but Ramblers Rest in Florida is also just minutes away from the Gulf of Mexico, where one can find shark's teeth galore! At Ramblers Rest RV Resort, there's plenty to do whether you like to go-go-go or take it nice and easy. In nearby Venice and Sarasota, you'll find a wide variety of fine dining, shopping, golfing, boating, and live entertainment within easy reach. Our RV park in Florida offers a full calendar of activities and numerous amenities to entertain you throughout your stay. Make plans today to escape the winter's chill and warm up to life at Ramblers Rest.
Ask about flooding. And do not book for longer than a month at a time the rates go up instead of down. the maintance and cleaning crew were all very helpful and friendly and the residence who live there full time treat you like friends.
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Response from Encore Thousand Trails, Owner at Encore Ramblers Rest
Responded Oct 6, 2022
Dear Katmiller18, We apologize for the delay and we've shared this feedback with our teams to review. Glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Thanks for your comments.
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Great people beautiful park, lots of activities full hook up lots of grass to walk my dogs. Most people had beautiful Christmas lights and their homes decorated RVs or mobile homes. It was really nice walking around the park at night. Pay attention to where you stay if you walk your dogs, the daytime know how to get back to your house at night circular roads can be a little confusing, but a very fun park. Very close to shopping restaurants whatever you need
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Response from Encore Thousand Trails, Owner at Encore Ramblers Rest
Responded Dec 26, 2023
Thank you for the wonderful 5-star feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at our property. It's wonderful that you enjoyed the beautiful surroundings, the activities, and the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. We're glad you appreciated the festive atmosphere - it adds a special touch to the experience. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon to create more wonderful memories! You are always welcome here.
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The resort was neat and well maintained. The long term residents have their places decorated with cute fences, trees and flowers. The pool was cleaned regularly and large enough to practice social distancing and a large deep area for the kids to jump and play without disturbing the older floaters. Staff was very helpful and we were visited by the Thousand Trails rep at our site to check to make sure we were enjoying our stay. This was a first for us even though we've been members for over 30 years.
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Date of stay: March 2021
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Response from Encore Thousand Trails, Owner at Encore Ramblers Rest
Responded Mar 30, 2021
Dear srm52, We really appreciate you taking the time to share your customer experience with us. We are committed to providing the opportunity for you to make some wonderful memories during your visit with us! You are always welcome here. Thank you for your 30 + year membership.
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Note: TT Encore does not mean a special upgraded park, Per TT, Encore parks are ones that agree to hold several sites for TT members. We've come to understand the worst sites are set aside for TT members
Don't waste your money if TT and do research on what site you get if not
This is the second worse Encore park we've visited Booked this site 60 days ago for longer BUT left early as it was so bad One lane roads with 2 way traffic. If you have a big rig, it will be tight. Our Site: Side and rear backs up to the park dump and supply site. Grass/dirt site. Our front has 6 foot diameter sewer drum which is leaking vapor, picnic table over some access panel. Some resolution could be had if a privacy fence was put up to shelter the view Surrounded by year round residents, some homes well kept, most not so much, some abandoned and trashed
I reached out to park manager and was after 2 hours and we already set up in 85 degree heat, there was 1 other site but it was just as bad. We paid an additional $20 per night, I asked for a refund, response was Why? What did you expect? They said to contact TT I contacted TT and they said they couldn't do anything, but I could file a complaint.
Our neighbor was here 3 months, they said on Google earth the area behind us was a field at time of booking. Also told if they wanted to rebook for next year, they would have to have the same site! They aren't coming back either
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip:Â sites are very tight, mostly 1 lane roads but 2 way traffic.
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Response from Encore Thousand Trails, Owner at Encore Ramblers Rest
Responded Apr 11, 2024
Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback with us. Your feedback will be shared with our team for review and consideration. We value your comments regarding the site allocation process and the condition of the site and surrounding areas. We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your thoughts. We apologize that your experience did not meet your expectations. Your input is crucial for us to make improvements for our future guests.
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Mud, flood and crud is everywhere! Many sites and roads under water. I would give this rating a zero if I could. We paid a premium rate for a premium resort site and were packed in like sardines! The site is located on a very busy corner full of tire tracks and mud from recent rains. A little crushed rock on the site would be a welcome addition to at least the residents passing through the site. Our site had little room to safely put out the awning or chairs due to the mud and the constant passing traffic. NOT PREMIUM AT ALL! When I asked about another site I was told this one was the only one available. Yet, when I walk the dogs I see multiple sites open where we could have been relocated. The lady who checked us in stated this was a wonderful site. It is especially wonderful as there are two dilapidated park model trailers (at least 25 years old) right across the street from us to admire. It seems these residents left for the hurricane about a year and a half ago and never came back! This is a park meant for permanent residents whose park models have deteriorated over time. It is not meant for weekends or short stays. They couldn’t care less. Don’t be fooled by their flashy website. I do not recommend Rambler’s Rest RV Resort. They don’t even have ice or a store. I am sorry we came and will never come back. Find another rv park as this is no resort!!! I was overcharged and underwhelmed by their campsite!
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Traveled with friends
Room Tip:Â Keep looking for another park!
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Response from Encore Thousand Trails, Owner at Encore Ramblers Rest
Responded Mar 11, 2024
Thank you for bringing these matters to our attention. We appreciate your feedback and are sorry to hear about your experience. Your comments are valuable to us, and we will share them with our team for review.
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I have been to this campground a number of times. The staff has not ever been very friendly but this time was the worst. They say nobody lives there full time and they lie. There are so many full time people living there. Also they have plenty of open spots but will tell you it's for snowbird's. Then they don't come. I had a camping pass through thousand trails I used it then paid full price they reported me. Like I said rude. Also floods really bad and most of there facilities still don't work
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Response from Encore Thousand Trails, Owner at Encore Ramblers Rest
Responded Jan 2, 2024
We appreciate your feedback and apologize for any inconvenience you experienced during your stay. We always strive to provide a great customer experience for our guests, so feedback like yours will certainly be shared with our on-site team. Part of this effort involves ensuring all sites at the property are in compliance with the rules and regulations. We apologize if our staff fell short since our employees go through extensive customer service training and treating all of our customers well will always remain a top priority. Your feedback is very valuable to us, as it helps us improve our property and customer experience for future guests. The safety and enjoyment of our guests will always remain a top priority with us.
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The site, pool area, and pickle ball areas were very nice. Did not use any other of the facilities due to ongoing repairs. We are Thousand Trails Members and paid the extra $24 per day to stay at the RV Park. We did notice the park was looking very old and wore down, people were very nice and helpful with local activities.
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Response from Encore Thousand Trails, Owner at Encore Ramblers Rest
Responded Nov 6, 2023
Thank you for your positive feedback! We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the ongoing repairs and appreciate your understanding. Your membership and loyalty is greatly appreciated and we will continue to strive for excellence. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and the amenities at our property. It's wonderful to know that our staff were helpful with local activities. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another enjoyable stay!
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Previously commented in review. Way overpriced for rv site. For that price would expect water front site in plush resort rather than being placed between 2 trailers in a run down trailer park. Pool amenities were best part of stay.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Responded Mar 11, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We value your feedback from your recent stay. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed the pool amenities during your visit. Your insights are important to us as we strive for continuous improvement. Rest assured, your comments have been shared with our team for further consideration and enhancement.
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We stayed at Ramblers Rest over Memorial Day. We loved the pool area and found it to be relaxing and enjoyable. The campsites do not have shell or concrete pads which can be messy when it rains. We were impressed with the entertainment. They offered hot dogs and some beverages at the pool on Saturday while the band played. We would recommend Ramblers Rest as a great camping location.
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Date of stay: May 2021
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Response from Encore Thousand Trails, Owner at Encore Ramblers Rest
Responded Aug 17, 2021
Dear Pam L, Thank you for your feedback! We regret any inconveniences. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us and hope to see you again soon.
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Although the cost per month is rather high this was a nice park as far a location to gulf beaches and easy accessibility to local merchants. Some of the staff were not very friendly at all. Interactions with office staff were strained and they acted like they didn't want to deal with you.
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Date of stay: November 2020
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Response from Encore Thousand Trails, Owner at Encore Ramblers Rest
Responded Mar 18, 2021
Dear PamM495, Thanks for your feedback. We apologize for any inconveniences. Our guests are important to us and we want everyone to enjoy their stay at our campground. Our team continually strives to maintain a balance that meets everyone's needs. Your comments will be shared with our management team.
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It would be nice to have cable or xfinity. Tried Verizon hot spots and it did not work for us, actually went through 3 of them. I think if you all called xfinity and said we have 200 sites to provide cable internet they would listen.
not far at all--you take river road south--head west and boom you are there--Manasota Beach--or go north and hit Venice Rd and end up at Sharkey's--super convenient--and their pool is beautiful! so lots of time we did that all day. Turning left is hard--but if you go north and take Center Rd you skip all the traffic on Tamiami -- it's good!
There are more places to choose from in the Venice area.
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United StatesFloridaSouthwest Gulf CoastVenice
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