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The Neighborhood: Venetian Isles, Lighthouse Point

Venetian Isles sits near intracoastal waterways and marinas in a suburban part of Broward County. Hugh Taylor Birch State Park provides trails, picnic areas, and dune-backed mangrove views. Bonnet House Museum and Gardens preserves a coastal estate with gardens and art that visitors can tour. Fort Lauderdale Beach Park offers open sand, a wide beachfront, and family spaces. Coconuts serves seafood and casual meals along the water for locals and tourists. Shooters Waterfront hosts dockside dining and boat access for guests. The Elbo Room operates as a longtime beach bar with live music and a casual crowd. Jungle Queen Riverboat runs sightseeing cruises and themed dinner shows on the water. Port Everglades handles cargo ships and cruise terminals near the coast. Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi connects piers and restaurants along the waterways. Tri-Rail and Brightline provide regional rail service to stations in the city. Broward County Transit buses run local routes that link neighborhoods and shopping areas. Marinas and charter services support fishing, boating, and short coastal trips. Data shows that the most common age group falls between fifty five to fifty nine years old and that one person households make up the largest share.