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Welcome to Sarasota, where uptown sophistication meets beachside casual. Enviably positioned on Florida’s West Coast just 60 miles south of Tampa, Sarasota offers residents and visitors alike a pleasing blend of world-class entertainment, fine arts, scenic vistas, and outdoor fun. From the sugary white sandy shores of the Gulf of Mexico to the emerald green waters of Sarasota Bay you’re sure to find what pleases you in Sarasota.
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You will be captivated by Sarasota’s small town charm and natural beauty the moment you arrive. More than 35 miles of pristine coastline offer beach-goers and outdoor enthusiasts a spectacular stretch of shimmering sand beaches and sparkling Gulf water. Here you will be awestruck by breathtaking sunsets and lush colorful plantings that provide the perfect backdrop for shelling, snorkeling, boating, fishing, and a host of water sports. Landlubbers will delight in Sarasota’s many golf courses, tennis courts, and a favorite local pastime—bird watching.
As much fun in the sun as there is, Sarasota is equally at home with more refined pleasures. From museums to operas, fine dining to Broadway productions, world class shopping to the ballet, Sarasota’s active downtown and fine arts district offers excitement for everyone. Complementing these state-of-the-art venues are a host of family attractions and seasonal festivals such as the famous Ringling Museum of Art, Asolo Repertory Theatre, Mote Marine, Jungle Gardens, the Sarasota Film Festival, and the Suncoast Offshore Grand Prix. And, just a short drive along Interstate 75 await the popular attractions of Tampa and Orlando including the Florida Aquarium, Dali Museum, national league sporting events, and Disney World.
Billed as one of America’s best places to live, work, and raise a family the greater Sarasota area is one of the largest, most affluent markets in Florida. Approximately 600,000 residents enjoy the good life here, with half the population ranging in age from 25 to 64. Forbes named Sarasota ‘one of the best places for business and careers’, while Money Magazine recognized the area as the nation’s ‘best small city, one of the best places to retire, and one of the cities with the best health care systems.
The diversity of Sarasota’s people and culture is matched by the variety of neighborhoods and residential designs to suit everyone’s lifestyle and financial needs. Small town friendliness combines with modern convenience to create a pleasant setting for cozy cottages, sprawling waterfront estates, and luxurious condominiums.
Palmer Ranch
Consisting of 10,000 artfully developed acres, Palmer Ranch is Sarasota’s largest master planned community offering a wide selection of residential choices from maintenance-free villas and condominiums to lavish single family homes. Formerly owned by one of Sarasota’s earliest pioneers—Bertha Honore Palmer—and then by the late, legendary businessman and Tampa Bay Buccaneers owner Hugh Culverhouse, Palmer Ranch is located in South Sarasota, just minutes from the city's beaches, cultural, business and civic centers.
Harbor Acres
Conveniently located on Sarasota Bay just south of the bustling downtown district, Harbor Acres is one of Sarasota’s most sought-after neighborhoods. This well-established community offers an eclectic blend of older and newer homes within an atmosphere that is at once charming and elegant. Characterized by beautifully landscaped winding streets, Harbor Acres presents a choice location for boating enthusiasts with waterfront properties and private dockage.
Oyster Bay
The avid yachtsman will appreciate the deep waterways and sweeping views of Sarasota Bay that punctuate Oyster Bay. This private prestigious community offers an attractive mix of classic Florida homes, rambling ranch-style properties, executive residences, and distinguished mansions. Lush tropical landscaping surrounding generously proportioned home sites highlight Oyster Bay—many of which overlook the Gulf, bay or canals.
Cherokee Park
Only 94 residences comprise the exclusive community of Cherokee Park. Situated just south of downtown Sarasota, near the medical district, the area is especially popular amongst doctors and professionals in search of a convenient location amid an ambiance of quiet streets and sidewalks shaded by mature oaks. Architectural styles run the gamut here ranging from traditional to Mediterranean to the contemporary; from a cozy 1,800 square feet to a rambling 8,000 square feet.
