aterfront living in
Southwest Florida
exceeds every
expectation of a cosmopolitan
coastal lifestyle. An open-air gallery
of original sculturure lines the
downtown Sarasota bayfront, setting
the tone for the cultural ambience
of the area. Whether the evening
calls for al fresco dining, live music
by the water, or a short sail down
the Intracoastal, the calm, teal blue
bay is the perfect backdrop for any
occasion.
The Sarasota School of Architecture
movement influenced many of
the modern waterfront homes.
Constructed to maximize scenic
views, floor-to-ceiling windows
transform living areas into light-
filled spaces. Contemporary roof top
verandas set an enchanting mood for
entertaining on the bay, one of the
many lifestyle advantages here.
Casey Key captures all of the
luxuries of living on the water with
exceptional beach-to-bay properties.
These extraordinary estates offer the
ultimate in exclusivity with gated
estates and private beaches, the best
of bay front living.
Ranch style homes nestled alongside
rivers, canals and bayous make
waterfront living plentiful and
convenient. Much of Manatee
County's rural waterways have been
preserved and its mineral springs
offer rare and naturally rich areas
for fishing, kayaking, and boating.
West Bradenton displays a vibrant
and eclectic waterway lifestyle with
art galleries, open air dining, and
shopping along the Riverwalk.
Punta Gorda boasts one of the most
stunning coastal areas with hundreds
of canal front homes sited on man-
made canals built in the 1960's.
Charlotte Harbor's historic harbor
front is home to glorious refurbished
colonial properties while Venice's
waterfront continues to grow as one
of the Gulf's most coveted Florida
lifestyle and retirement destinations.
The opportunities are endless in
Southwest Florida. While the rest
of the world daydreams of an ocean
paradise, residents of the Gulf Coast
simply step outside and enjoy it.
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