Boats, Pools, or Cabinets? Priorities in Paradise (aka Southwest Florida)

Tidewater Cabinetry
Aug 5
2 min read

So… you’ve just settled into paradise.Palm trees sway in the breeze, your golf cart is parked in the garage (or maybe the living room), and life in Venice, FL is looking pretty sweet. But now comes the big question…

What’s your next major investment?🛥️ A boat?🏊 A pool?🍽️ Or… a new kitchen?

Let’s weigh your options, shall we?

🚤 The Boat

You’ve been eyeing your neighbor’s shiny center console for months. The thought of cruising the Intracoastal, drink in hand, wind in your hair—it’s tempting.

But here’s the reality:

You’ll spend 45 minutes trying to back it into the lift.
You'll name it something like "Vitamin Sea" or "Knot Paid For".
And you’ll still end up eating Publix subs at the sandbar.

ROI: High on lifestyle, low on dry storage.

🏊 The Pool

Every Florida home should have a pool, right?

Sure, until:

You realize you just spent $80,000 on a hole in the ground.
Your electric bill goes up faster than your HOA fees.
And the iguanas think it’s their spa now.

Plus, let’s be honest…Your grandkids will swim in it for 20 minutes and spend the rest of the day inside eating Goldfish crackers in the kitchen.

🍽️ The Kitchen (Ahem, our favorite)

Now let’s talk kitchens. Specifically… Tidewater-level kitchens.

✨ Custom coastal cabinets that make every sunset feel more golden✨ Storage so smart it practically makes dinner✨ Design so gorgeous your in-laws will pretend to like you

Whether you're hosting a neighborhood dinner, prepping a Key lime pie, or just microwaving leftovers in style — your kitchen is the heart of the home, not just another expense with a drain.

Bonus: No barnacles. No pool skimmer. Just beauty, function, and very happy guests.

So What's the Verdict?

Option	Maintenance	Impresses Neighbors	Actually Adds Home Value
Boat	High	Only until it breaks	Not unless it comes with the dock
Pool	Moderate to Iguana-Infested	Until the first leaf falls	Maybe
Kitchen (with Tidewater Cabinets)	Low	Daily	💯 YES

Final Thoughts

Boats are fun. Pools are nice. But kitchens? Kitchens are where the magic happens. Especially when Tidewater Cabinetry is involved.

Visit us in Venice and let’s turn your kitchen dreams into blueprints — because nothing says “Florida luxury” like soft-close drawers and a seafoam green island.

🚪 Come on in — we promise there’s air conditioning.

📍 740 Commerce Drive, Suite 4, Venice, FL📞 (941) 527-2920🌐 www.tidewatercabinetry.com

Elegant kitchen featuring a large island and sleek wood accents, complemented by modern pendant lighting and upscale appliances.