Wellen Park in Venice, Florida, is a large master-planned and mixed-use development consisting of 11 neighborhoods, and offering several types of homes including single family, townhomes, condos and villas, and one for those  55+ . Amenities include clubhouses with events, activities and fitness centers, swimming pools, trails, a kayak launch, community gardens, and a dog park. A new town center will feature stores, shops, restaurants and entertainment.  The community won the Gold Award for Best Community Welcome Center for 2022, presented by the National Home Builders Association.  Wellen Park is located between North Port and Venice and just minutes from beaches.