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From Longboat Key to Manasota Key you'll find over 35 miles of white sand
beaches, an abundance of recreational activities, water sports, golf
courses, exceptional dining, intrinsic architecture, along with the
areas contagious "life's a beach" attitude.
Bird Key.
Bird Key is located off the John Ringling causeway between downtown
Sarasota and Lido Key. This exclusive gated community is a boater’s
paradise with deepwater canals and a private yacht club. Its 510
homes include spectacular bayfront estates, some owned by
celebrities.
Lido Key /
St. Armands Key.
Lido Key is located just west of downtown
Sarasota via the John Ringling Bridge. It is also accessible by
bridge to Longboat Key to the north. Features include St. Armands
Circle, a world-renowned shopping and dining destination; South Lido
Park, a 100-acre natural waterfront park; and Lido Public Beach.
The Gulf, Bay and Sarasota skyline provide spectacular views for
luxury condominiums, upscale homes and luxury hotels.
Longboat Key.
The
northernmost of the Sarasota barrier islands, Longboat Key is
located half in Manatee County and half in Sarasota County. The
11-mile island paradise is connected by bridge to Anna Maria Island
to the north and Lido Key to the south. Home of world-class golf
and tennis resorts, Longboat Key is a wonderland of manicured
fairways and opulent high-rise condominiums lining the Gulf of
Mexico.
Nokomis.
A quaint community north of Venice and south of Osprey features a
marvelous shoreline, abundant water recreation, numerous water front
neighborhoods and several golf courses.
www.baypointnokomis.com
Osprey.
Located just
south of Sarasota is a diverse community offering outdoor activities,
local restaurant fare and multi-million dollar homes on the Intracoastal.
Home to
Oscar Scherer State Park with 15 miles of hiking trails, canoeing, kayaking, fishing
and camping, along with the
Historic
Spanish Point. There are no fast food
chains in Osprey, though local restaurateurs offer up exceptional cuisine,
casual, elegant and waterfront dining.
www.ospreyfla.com
Venice.
A progressive, yet
historically focused community, enjoys incredible water access via the
Gulf and Bay creating a virtual water playground for outdoor enthusiasts.
Venice is designated as a Florida Main Street City and prides itself on
its Northern Italian Renaissance architectural style.
www.venice-florida.com
Englewood.
Billed as the "Gem of
the Suncoast" "where livin' is easy," Englewood is probably one
of Florida's best kept secrets. This easy-going beachfront community
boasts magnificent shoreline, exceptional water
sports, beachfront cottages, turquoise water and spectacular sunsets.
www.englewood-florida.com
Manasota Key.
A quiet island south of Venice, with no traffic, or high rises.
Both the northern and central part of the island are completely
residential and located in Sarasota County. A narrow road
snakes its way along the Key past island homes, many of which have their
back yard on the bay and their front yard on the Gulf. The southern part
of the island is in Charlotte County and features condos, restaurants and
shopping.
Also be sure to visit these
pages:
Sarasota Accolades,
Area
Golf Course Map,
Neighborhoods Guide,
New Developments
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