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of Florida’s Gulf Coast Sarasota is a sparkling jewel on Florida's West Gulf Coast. With its beautiful beaches, heavenly climate and diverse cultural offerings, it is the closest place to paradise on earth. You will soon discover this paradise for yourself. Magnificent neighborhoods on the mainland to the barrier islands await your exclusive tour. Enjoy! ISLAND LIVING, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) BIRD KEY, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) Surrounded by the emerald waters of Sarasota Bay, Bird Key is an exclusive enclave of 500 single-family homes. Once the province of Northern retirees, its quiet streets and striking vistas of Sarasota Bay and the city skyline have drawn some younger residents in recent years, including celebrities. Residents of Bird Key appreciate its privacy, security, and close proximity to world-class shopping at St. Armands Circle, lovely Lido Beach and the dazzling downtown theater district. Developed in the 1950’s by Arvida, the island is a boater’s paradise, with many of its homes situated directly on the bay or on deep-water canals. Today, many of the 1950s-style homes are being renovated or rebuilt, among them some of the biggest, most extravagant homes in town. Bird Key also boasts its own prestigious yacht club. CASEY KEY, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) One of Florida’s most prestigious addresses is Casey Key. Its privileged residents dwell on this narrow, eight-mile island south of Siesta Key, between the Gulf of Mexico and Blackburn Bay. Homes here exude a unique blending of wealth, elegance and old-Florida charm. Conservative, tasteful architecture reigns supreme, with few exceptions. Land use is restricted to single-family residences, many of them sprawling Gulf-to-bay estates. The key’s pristine natural environment and wildlife are protected by legislation. With some of the highest land values on Florida’s west coast, Casey Key affords residents a picture perfect island lifestyle. LIDO SHORES, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) Nestled just north of world-renowned St. Armands Circle, Lido Shores is surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico, Sarasota Bay and New Pass. This picturesque locale provides the perfect backdrop for dramatic, upscale homes created by some of Sarasota’s most talented architects and designers. The area has attracted artists and intellectuals, as well as successful entrepreneurs. Many of the homes on the Gulf are now being sold, remodeled or replaced, as are some bayside homes with their views of the Sarasota skyline. Deed-restricted, the area offers its own private beach, accessible only to homeowners of Lido Shores. LONGBOAT KEY, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) From the imposing high-rises which line Gulf of Mexico Drive to its sprawling bayside estates, Longboat Key offers residents a secure and private lifestyle. From the moment you cross the bridge onto this island community, you’ll marvel at its impeccably manicured fairways and lawns, upscale shopping areas and obvious opulence. Many of the island’s condominiums are second, third or even fourth homes for Longboat’s world-traveling residents. COUNTRY CLUB SHORES, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) On the southern end of the Key, Country Club Shores offers one of the island’s few single-family home neighborhoods. With homes situated on deep sailboat water canals, Country Club Shores is a boater’s haven. Most of the homes in this community are single-story and designed in the old-Florida style. Schooner, Yawl, Spinnaker, Birdie and Bogey… each of this neighborhood’s streets has a distinctly nautical or golf-related name. LONGBOAT KEY CLUB, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) Privacy and luxury on 1,000 of Sarasota’s most superbly maintained acres. Bordered by the Gulf of Mexico to the west and Sarasota Bay to the east, the Longboat Key Club is a collection of regal resort accommodations. These include quiet residential neighborhoods and charming condominium villages, along with a variety of recreational amenities. Within the Longboat Key Club you will discover such exceptional resorts and communities as The Resort at Longboat Key Club, Bay Isles, Lighthouse Point, Queens Harbour and Grand Bay. LBK-- NORTH END, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) Longboat Key has two distinctly different personalities – the south end with its glamorous condominiums, and the north end, site of Longboat’s original “village”. Quaint, canal-front homes and low-rise waterfront condominiums dot the unspoiled, friendly landscape of the north end. Unlike the grand Avenue of the Flowers on the south end, Whitney Beach’s shopping center offers its own unique character and charm. SIESTA KEY, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) Siesta Key will captivate you the moment you step onto its powdery white sands. From sunrise to sunset, Siesta Key’s world-famous beach displays its unsurpassed beauty to residents and tourists every year. Venturing further inland, you’ll discover an artist’s and writer’s colony, complete with eclectic shops, some of the finest restaurants and sophisticated boutiques. Turn down Siesta’s side streets and you’ll find everything from small beachfront condominiums, villas and apartments to magnificent estates. SIESTA KEY--NORTH END, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) From the north bridge (at Siesta Drive) up to Siesta Village, you’ll find a large selection of expensive homes, many on the water, with views of the Gulf, downtown and the bay. The first area of Siesta Key to be developed, the north end is the site of many of the key’s classic homes as well as an operating fish market. Nearly every side street is decorated with a jungle of lush, tropical plantings and private, beautiful views of bayous and canals. Author John D. MacDonald lived here and his bayfront house was recently on the market. Another famous Siesta Key resident was Pulitzer-Prize-winning writer MacKinlay Cantor. This area is also home to Sarasota’s historic Out-of-Door Academy, now one of the region’s top private schools, with a sprawling campus in a quiet neighborhood. SIESTA KEY--MID-KEY AND THE VILLAGE, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) At the heart of Siesta Key you’ll find the friendly, lively Village. Featured here are avante-garde art shops, fashionable boutiques, beach bars, restaurants, and some of the key’s most affordable housing. Also located in this area is the wonderfully wide beach that earned Siesta Key the reputation for having “The World’s Whitest Sand”. Here you’ll see hundreds of beachfront homes, cottages and a variety of condominiums. Many of the most lavish houses are on deep lots overlooking the bay. Mid-key neighborhoods include Sandy Hook, Siesta Isles, Riegel’s Landing and Hidden Harbour, among others. You will also find some exceptional condominium communities including Casarina, Excelsior, The Gulf and Bay Club. SIESTA KEY--SOUTH END, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) In the past ten years, South Siesta has become one of Sarasota’s finest addresses. Neighborhoods include Point of Rocks, where homes sit atop small dunes overlooking big rock formations in the Gulf, and the Sanderling Club, one of Sarasota’s first gated communities. Sanderling reflects wealth with its discreet, understated homes on secluded, wooded lots and a generous stretch of private beach. South of Sanderling, Midnight Pass Road is lined with large bayside estates. There are also some smaller, moderately priced homes as well as luxury condominiums close to Turtle Beach. ST. ARMANDS KEY, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) A world-renowned shopping and dining destination, St. Armands is also a residential community of 225 homes. Architectural styles are eclectic, ranging from Old-Florida to Meidterranean to contemporary. Many of the smaller or older homes are currently being renovated or replaced with miniature mansions and elaborate estates. An intriguing blend of past and present, this stylish neighborhood is only a short walk from famed St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach. It is also convenient to downtown Sarasota, the airport and theater district. TRADITIONAL MAINLAND, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) Many of Sarasota’s mainland communities have been revitalized and have emerged as some of the city’s most sought-after addresses. Mainland neighborhoods exude the character and charm of Old Florida. Their proximity to downtown Sarasota’s cultural offerings, shopping and restaurants makes them convenient, delightful places to call home. CENTER GATE, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) Conveniently located Center Gate offers residents charming, ranch-style homes just south of bustling Bee Ridge Road. Built in the early ‘80’s, Center Gate homes are constructed of concrete block or wood. Currently, this neighborhood is undergoing a transformation, as more young families move here, and in the process, many homes are being updated to better suit today’s active lifestyles. CHEROKEE PARK, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) Developed in the mid-1930’s, Cherokee park transcends the times with its wide, quiet streets, gracious, traditional homes (some on waterfront lots) and tropical, mature trees. Many of the homes in this well-established neighborhood have been recently renovated by owners, among them professionals, executives and retirees. Originally a citrus grove and family estate, Cherokee Park is conveniently located just off Osprey Avenue, close to downtown and the beach of Siesta Key. SARASOTA DOWNTOWN, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) Sarasota’s downtown district is exploding with new energy, from new luxury condominiums facing the bay to renovated apartments, and a delightful blend of both new and refurbished single-family homes. Downtown Sarasota is a vibrant and exciting place to call home. Live theater, opera, ballet, symphony, an eclectic collection of fine art galleries, and a wide variety of live entertainment in restaurants and lounges are drawing both the young professional and the mature adult to sample the flavor of this sophisticated, cosmopolitan area. WEST OF THE TRAIL, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) A choice location on Sarasota’s mainland, this area is one of the city’s oldest suburban neighborhoods. It offers quiet streets lined with grand trees and sidewalks, as well as easy access to Sarasota Memorial Hospital and downtown. Streets here are named for flowers such as Bougainvillea, Rose and Hibiscus, and are known as “the flower streets”. The homes reflect traditional and Spanish styles, with many renovated to preserve the special flavor of the neighborhood. For professionals and families who appreciate the convenience of downtown living, the area west of the Trail is one of the most popular places to live. LAUREL PARK, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) One of Sarasota’s most historic neighborhoods, Laurel Park is within easy walking distance of Main Street and downtown. Stroll the sidewalks of Laurel Park and you’ll discover Sarasota’s past in charming Old-Florida bungalows, Spanish-style architecture, tall Washingtonian palms and other native plantings. You can also admire renovations of some of Sarasota’s quaintest homes, many of which belong to artists and young professionals. An active neighborhood association recently spearheaded the creation of a small park for picnics and children at play. GULF GATE, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) This tranquil, older neighborhood features the classic Florida home – single-story, ranch-style, concrete homes with barrel-tile roofs. Yards and homes are beautifully maintained in Gulf Gate, while winding streets and mature trees enhance the comfortable atmosphere. An ideal location, Gulf Gate is just minutes from movie theaters, major shopping centers, schools, restaurants and Siesta Key Beach. The Gulf Gate Golf Club offers both nine-and 18-hole executive courses. ( HARBOR ACRES, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) With its beautifully landscaped streets and location along Sarasota Bay, Harbor Acres is an astute property investment as well as a wonderful place to live. Conveniently situated off Orange Avenue, Harbor Acres offers upscale homes, many belonging to the city’s leading professionals, in a variety of styles, ranging from Old-Florida to contemporary. Ideally situated between Sarasota Memorial Hospital and downtown, this enclave of homes exudes a timeless appeal. LAKE SARASOTA, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) Lake Sarasota is an affordable neighborhood, perfect for young families. Located off Bee Ridge Road east of I-75, this well-maintained community of single-family homes includes two sections: an older, non-deed restricted area, and a newer deed-restricted area with homes that are 12 or fewer years old. THE LANDINGS, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) One of Sarasota’s most popular newer communities is The Landings, bordered by Sarasota Bay and Phillippi Creek. This gated community is just moments away from schools, shopping, Siesta Key Beach and Sarasota’s finest restaurants. The Landings Racquet Club offers an active agenda, with tennis facilities, a pool area, gym and clubhouse. Residents may also enjoy walking and biking trails which meander throughout The Landings’ park-like setting. You can choose from a variety of condominiums as well as single-family homes. LONGWOOD RUN, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) A tranquil country setting of trees, lakes and nature preserves provides the backdrop for some of Sarasota’s most charming homes. With its commitment to landscape integrity, Longwood Run builds homes that are a part of their environment, rather than intruding on the natural setting. Residents can select from single-family homes, townhomes, garden villas and patio homes. Located just off University Parkway, on the Sarasota/Manatee border, Longwood Run offers an active lifestyle and the casual comfort of country living, just moments from Sarasota’s dynamic downtown McCLELLAN PARK, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) Wonderfully situated between Orange and Osprey Avenues, McClellan Park is a neighborhood that preserves the historical charm of old Sarasota. Set in a tranquil area of narrow, winding streets, you’ll find mostly older homes, many being renovated by young families. In this quiet neighborhood, Sarasota’s history continues to endure. MUSEUM AREA (Return to Sarasota Property) Like so many of Sarasota’s neighborhoods, the museum area comfortably mixes the modern and the traditional. Homes facing Sarasota Bay include some of the city’s most imposing, stately residences. There are also smaller, more affordable homes along the quiet streets. Towering trees and public access areas along the bay add to the quaint charm of this area. Patrons of the arts and history buffs appreciate its proximity to the John and Mabel Ringling Museum of Art, the Asolo Center for the Performing Arts and New College/USF. Homeowners are as eclectic as the homes, ranging from retirees to artists and writers to executives, and some of Sarasota’s oldest families. OYSTER BAY, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) A prestigious address, Oyster Bay is centered around the Field Club, one of Sarasota’s oldest and most venerable private clubs. A small area of distinguished homes situated just west of Tamiami Trail between Hansen Street and Kimlira Lane, Oyster Bay features classic Old Florida-style homes along with executive residences, and a few mansions as well, most of which are situated along the bay. PHILLIPPI GARDENS, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) East of U.S. 41 in Sarasota, homes in Phillippi Gardens are a good buy among houses on boating water. Residents enjoy pristine, deep water about ten minutes by boat to the Intracoastal Waterway. Developer Reid Farrell, who began designing the subdivision in 1958, curved the streets here to enhance the neighborhood’s ambience. Farrell boasted to buyers that no two houses were alike on the same street, giving Phillippi Gardens a character all its own. The 600 homes here range in price depending on location. SOUTHGATE, Sarasota Real Estate(Return to Sarasota Property) One of Sarasota’s signature neighborhoods, Southgate is a community of more than 2,000 single-family homes, some of which are situated on the banks of Phillippi Creek. Developed in the 1950’s, Southgate is renowned for its unpretentious ranch-style homes which feature distinctive concrete and stucco exteriors, barrel tile roofs and well-maintained lawns. Southgate stretches from Hyde Park Street to Bee Ridge Road and from Tamiami Trail to Beneva. COUNTRY CLUB COMMUNITIES, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) Traditionally thought of as havens for the area’s large retiree population, Sarasota’s country clubs are redefining themselves as more and more young executives and families are moving into these master-planned communities. They offer a variety of home styles, including condominiums, maintenance-free villas and single-family homes. These communities offer active, vibrant lifestyles, with golf, tennis, swimming, fitness centers and elaborate clubhouses among the many amenities. BENT TREE, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) A perfect family environment, Bent Tree is a master-planned community conveniently situated just two miles east of I-75. Bent Tree offers a wide range of architectural designs, while each home reflects the community’s commitment to superior craftsmanship. With its golf course views, wide, beautifully landscaped streets and amply-stocked lakes, Bent Tree is a wonderful place to call home. Membership in Bent Tree Golf and Country Club is optional. Homes from estates to condominiums are available. CALUSA LAKES, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) With a sparkling backdrop of 28 lakes and a pristine natural environment, Calusa Lakes boasts one of the Gulf Coast’s most enviable locations. Situated on a 460-acre heavily wooded site just south of Sarasota Square Mall, Calusa Lakes offers a choice selection of single-family homes crafted by Sarasota’s most renowned architects and builders. A challenging golf course affords players a fine test of their skills from tee to green. COUNTRY CLUB OF SARASOTA, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) For avid golfers, the Country Club of Sarasota is the premier place to suit your lifestyle. Situated off Beneva Road, single-family homes here border picturesque fairways of the world-famous TPC Golf Course in Prestancia or delightful lakefront views. FOUNDERS CLUB, Sarasota Real Estate (Return to Sarasota Property) The Founders Club is a private, traditional Golf and Social Club Community that expresses and encourages communion with nature, camaraderie among neighbors, and connection to the timeless traditions of Scottish links golf. The Founders Club at a glance:
The Founders Club is nestled amid 700 acres of verdant natural landscape on the outskirts of Sarasota, Florida – the renowned cultural and vacation destination on Florida’s West Coast. The area’s world-famous Gulf beaches and keys, its sophisticated arts, culture, spa and dining scenes are just a short distance from the elegant custom homes of The Founders Club.
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