Resident Testimonial: Meet the Dybas Family

A Milestone Worth Celebrating: The 100th Home Sold at Vistera of Venice

There’s something special about a milestone, and at Vistera of Venice, the 100th home sale is more than just a number. It’s a reflection of a growing community, a shared vision, and the many personal stories that are taking root here. For homeowners like Chesne and Jacob Dybas, Vistera isn’t just where they live — it’s where life truly begins.

Happily ever after found a home

“My wife Chesne and I met in Venice and were very excited to be able to set down roots in the area after getting married in November of 2025. She is originally from South Africa and immigrated to Florida almost 10 years ago, and I am originally from Arizona and moved to Florida in 2022. One dog and almost three years later, we were both so excited to set down roots in Venice with the purchase of our home at Vistera!” After meeting in Venice and getting married in November 2025, Chesne and Jacob knew they wanted to build their future in the place where their story started. With roots stretching from the other side of the world to the USA and now here in Florida’s Gulf Coast, they found common ground in Venice’s welcoming spirit, warm weather, and laid-back coastal charm. Purchasing their home at Vistera marked an exciting new chapter — one filled with possibility, connection, and a place to truly call their own.

Discovering A Real Sense Of Place

What drew them to Vistera was its unique sense of place. Close to everything they love, yet tucked away from the hustle, Vistera offers a more intimate, distinct master-planned community experience. “Unlike larger, more crowded developments, it feels connected without being overwhelming, allowing residents to enjoy both convenience and calm. When we met, we were both living at an apartment complex just a few miles down the road from Vistera of Venice. After we got engaged, we both wanted to make Venice our home for the long term and began looking for homes in the area. While there is plenty of new construction in the greater Venice area, we loved the location of Vistera because it was still so close to all our favorite things to do and wasn’t in a massive 1,000+ home complex that felt too large for us.” Explore the area now.

Why They Chose Their M/I home

Choosing to build with M/I Homes gave them the flexibility to create a home tailored to their lifestyle needs. Their Daintree (now Magnolia) floor plan offered the design, options, and value they were looking for — transforming what once felt like a dream into a reality. “We built the plan offered by M/I Homes. We chose them because they had amazing floor plans and options available within our price range and gave us the flexibility to build a home that we could only ever dream of,” said Jacob. Try the Vistera Homefinder now to discover the possibilities for yourself with these new homes for sale in Florida, including single-family homes and villas.

The Lifestyle & Sense Of Belonging

Life at Vistera fits seamlessly with the lifestyle they love. From beach days and sunsets at Nokomis Beach to Saturday mornings at the Venice Farmer’s Market, their days are filled with simple, meaningful moments. Whether it’s long walks with their dog Nova, exploring local restaurants, or enjoying scenic runs through Venice and nearby Sarasota, the location offers the perfect balance of relaxation and activity. Beyond their front door, the community itself continues to impress. The Club amenity has quickly become a favorite spot, whether for quiet evenings, friendly competition in the game room, or simply reliving the early days of their relationship over a game of pool. The amenities provide all the perks of resort-style living, without sacrificing the comfort and privacy of a single-family home. But what truly makes Vistera stand out is the people. Chesne and Jacob quickly found a sense of belonging. “Friendly neighbors, community events, and a welcoming atmosphere make it easy to feel at home.” Vistera is a place where connections happen naturally and where new traditions are formed. It also has acclaimed schools and is closer to major employers and the beach.

Come See What Life at Vistera Is All About: Tour the Model Homes Now

As Vistera celebrates its 100th home sale, it’s stories like these that define what the community is all about. It’s not just about exceptionally well-designed and built homes or ideal locations — it’s about the lives unfolding within them. If you’ve been searching for a place that blends coastal city charm, the sense of old Florida, intentional design, and a true sense of community, Vistera of Venice invites you to experience it for yourself. Tour the model homes, explore the amenities, and discover why so many are choosing to call Vistera home. Your story could be next. Get closer to what matters most and visit us today!

About Vistera of Venice

Vistera of Venice is a centrally located, gated master-planned community of 300 acres and 582 single-family homes and villas in Venice, Florida. The community is planned and developed by Neal Land & Neighborhoods over two phases and is expected to be completed by the end of 2024. In addition to the single-family homes, there is an adjacent multi-family apartment complex. Current home builders include David Weekley Homes, Neal Communities, and M/I Homes. The variety of sophisticated new homes include distinctive architectural styles, spacious floor plans, modern features and luxurious finishes. Vistera of Venice offers resort-inspired amenities and fitness, plus the convenient proximity to outdoor recreation, schools, the hospital and medical centers and growing professional opportunities to meet the needs of a wide range of homebuyers in Southwest Florida.

About Neal Land & Neighborhoods

Neal Land & Neighborhoods is a Manatee and Sarasota, Florida-based community and master land planning and development organization led by John A. Neal. The company incorporates smart master-planning and public infrastructure solutions to create the next level of elite community planning in Southwest Florida. By working with carefully selected new home builders, Neal Land & Neighborhoods aims to establish thriving, sustainable, livable, and ecologically sensitive communities throughout Manatee, Sarasota, and Hillsborough counties. Neal Land & Neighborhoods currently owns or controls several thousand acres of land entitled for more than 9,000 future residential homes, as well as supporting mixed-use commercial and retail space. For additional information, visit Neal Land & Neighborhoods.