Bird Bay Village is a large, established condominium community in Venice, Florida 34285 offering villas, townhome-style residences and low-rise condominiums surrounded by mature landscaping, ponds, recreational areas and golf-course surroundings. Located just north of Venice Island and close to the Legacy Trail, Bird Bay combines maintenance-oriented condominium living with one of the most extensive amenity packages among established Venice communities.
Bird Bay Village contains approximately 1,026 residences organized among several condominium groups and phases. Residents share community-wide amenities including swimming pools, fitness facilities, tennis, pickleball, bocce, shuffleboard, clubhouse spaces and organized activities. Bird Bay is not a bundled golf community; the nearby Bird Bay Executive Golf Club operates separately from the residential community.
Condos, Villas & Townhomes in Bird Bay Village
Bird Bay Village was developed primarily from the 1970s through the early 1990s and includes a wide variety of condominium styles rather than one uniform collection of floor plans.
Depending on the section and residence, buyers may find:
- One-, two- and three-bedroom floor plans
- Ground-floor and second-floor condos
- Low-rise condominium buildings
- Villa-style residences
- Townhome-style floor plans
- Approximately 600 to more than 1,400 square feet of living space
- Screened lanais and balconies
- Carports or assigned parking
- In-unit or shared laundry depending on the building
- Pond, garden, pool and golf-course views
- Vaulted ceilings in select upper-floor residences
- Updated kitchens, bathrooms and flooring in renovated units
Because construction and renovation dates vary substantially throughout Bird Bay, buyers should compare roof and building improvements, windows, HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, storm protection and interior renovations for the specific unit they are considering.
1,026 Residences & Multiple Condo Associations
One of the most important things buyers should understand about Bird Bay Village is that it is not governed as one completely uniform condominium association.
The community includes several major condominium groupings and phases, including:
- Bird Bay Master Condominium phases
- Leisure Group communities
- Bird Bay North, also known as The Cottages
- Waterside at Bird Bay Village
- Fairways
- Bird Bay Estates
Within these larger groupings are additional phases and condominium associations with their own budgets, governing documents and maintenance responsibilities.
The Bird Bay Community Association manages the shared recreational facilities used throughout the community, while individual condo associations manage building- and phase-specific responsibilities.
Bird Bay Village Amenities
Bird Bay Village offers an extensive recreation package across approximately 5 acres of shared community facilities.
- Multiple swimming pools
- Main community swimming pool
- Fitness room
- Clubhouse and meeting spaces
- Library
- Multi-purpose room
- Tennis courts
- Pickleball courts
- Bocce
- Shuffleboard
- Ping pong
- Walking areas
- Resident clubs and organized activities
The Bird Bay Community Association also coordinates social events such as dances, barbecues, art programs, educational presentations, exercise activities, games and resident clubs.
Swimming, Fitness, Tennis & Pickleball
Active recreation is one of Bird Bay Village’s strongest features.
The community’s shared facilities include a large main swimming pool along with additional neighborhood pools serving various phases. Residents also have access to a fitness room and extensive racquet-sport facilities.
Bird Bay has long supported organized tennis and pickleball groups, with courts used for recreational play, leagues and resident activities.
Bird Bay Executive Golf Club
Bird Bay Village developed around the nearby Bird Bay Executive Golf Club, which remains separately operated from the residential community.
The course has historically offered an executive-style golf experience convenient to Bird Bay residents. Golf privileges are not included simply because someone owns a condominium in Bird Bay Village.
Buyers interested in golf should verify current course operations, rates and playing options directly with the golf club rather than assuming golf access is part of the condominium association.
Community Association vs. Individual Condo Associations
The Bird Bay Community Association is responsible for major shared amenities serving residents throughout Bird Bay Village.
These community-wide responsibilities include facilities such as:
- Main swimming pool
- Fitness room
- Library
- Multi-purpose room
- Tennis courts
- Pickleball courts
- Bocce
- Shuffleboard
- Community programs and activities
Individual condominium associations are responsible for their own buildings, landscaping and other phase-specific expenses.
This structure means two Bird Bay condos that appear very similar may have different fees, reserves, maintenance coverage and rules.
Condo Fees & Maintenance
Bird Bay Village is generally a maintenance-oriented condominium community, but included services vary by association and phase.
Depending on the specific condominium, fees may include:
- Exterior building maintenance
- Building insurance
- Grounds and landscaping
- Community swimming pools
- Recreational amenities
- Water and sewer
- Trash service
- Cable television
- Pest control
- Association management
- Reserve funding
Buyers should review the current budget, reserves and maintenance responsibilities for the exact Bird Bay association rather than relying on a community-wide fee estimate.
No CDD in Bird Bay Village
Current Bird Bay Village property records report no Community Development District, or CDD.
Owners do pay condominium and community association expenses, but there is no separate Bird Bay CDD assessment associated with current residences.
Rental Rules Vary by Phase
Bird Bay permits residential leasing subject to association approval and the rules of the applicable condominium association.
For example, the current Bird Bay Master Condominium FAQ identifies a minimum rental period of three consecutive months for its units.
Other Bird Bay associations may have different leasing requirements, application procedures or restrictions. Buyers planning seasonal or investment use should review the documents for the specific phase before purchasing.
Pet Policies Vary by Association
Pet restrictions can also differ throughout Bird Bay Village.
Some current Bird Bay listings permit dogs and cats, while other associations or individual buildings have different limits regarding pet size, number or occupancy.
Buyers with pets should verify the current rules for the exact condominium association rather than assuming one Bird Bay policy applies throughout the entire community.
Structural, Reserve & Insurance Considerations
Much of Bird Bay Village was developed during the 1970s and 1980s, making building condition, reserve funding and association finances particularly important considerations.
Before purchasing a condominium, buyers should review the most current available:
- Association budget
- Reserve balances
- Structural Integrity Reserve Study information where applicable
- Milestone inspection reports where required
- Current and proposed special assessments
- Master insurance policies
- Recent board meeting minutes
- Roof and exterior-maintenance history
- Planned capital improvements
These factors may vary substantially from one Bird Bay association to another.
Legacy Trail & Venetian Waterway Park
Bird Bay Village has an excellent location for buyers who enjoy walking and bicycling.
The Legacy Trail and Venetian Waterway Park are immediately convenient to the community, providing miles of paved recreational trail connecting Venice with destinations farther north in Sarasota County.
The trail system gives residents another way to reach parks and recreational areas without relying exclusively on a car.
Bird Bay Village Location
Bird Bay Village is located just east of U.S. 41 Bypass and north of Venice Island in Venice, Florida 34285.
The location provides convenient access to grocery stores, restaurants, shopping, healthcare and Historic Downtown Venice.
Venice Island and Venice Beach are only a short drive away, while Nokomis Beach and Casey Key are also convenient from the northern side of Venice.
Similar Venice Condo & Active-Lifestyle Communities
- Waterside Village – A large maintenance-oriented condominium community with multiple pools, clubhouse, tennis, pickleball and no CDD.
- Venice Isle – A large established 55+ cooperative community with extensive recreational and social amenities.
- Venetian Falls – A gated 55+ community offering detached homes and villas with resort-style recreation and maintenance-friendly living.
- Pelican Pointe Golf & Country Club – A gated community with single-family homes and villas, extensive recreation and optional golf membership.
- Venice Gardens – A large established Venice neighborhood with mature landscaping, lakes and optional civic-association recreation.
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Bird Bay Village Condos & Villas for Sale | Venice Florida
Explore current Bird Bay Village condos and villas for sale below. Buyers can choose from more than 1,000 residences ranging from compact one-bedroom condominiums to larger villas and townhome-style properties with pond, garden, pool or golf-course surroundings. Because Bird Bay contains multiple associations, buyers should compare the specific phase, condominium fees, maintenance responsibilities, reserves, rental rules and pet policies before purchasing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bird Bay Village
How many residences are in Bird Bay Village?
The Bird Bay Community Association currently identifies Bird Bay Village as a resident-owned community containing approximately 1,026 condominium, villa and townhome-style residences.
Does Bird Bay Village have a CDD?
Current Bird Bay Village property records report no Community Development District or CDD. Owners do pay condominium and community association expenses.
What amenities does Bird Bay Village offer?
Bird Bay amenities include multiple swimming pools, fitness facilities, tennis and pickleball courts, bocce, shuffleboard, clubhouse and meeting facilities, a library and extensive organized social and recreational activities.
Is golf included with Bird Bay Village ownership?
No. The nearby Bird Bay Executive Golf Club operates separately from the residential community. Condominium ownership does not automatically include golf privileges.
Are rental and pet rules the same throughout Bird Bay Village?
No. Bird Bay contains multiple condominium associations and phases with different governing documents. Rental restrictions, pet policies, fees and maintenance responsibilities should be verified for the specific residence before purchasing.
