THE KEYS
Part of a string
of barrier islands that extends southward from Anna Maria Island to
the Florida Keys, the Sarasota barrier islands of Longboat Key, Lido
Key, Siesta Key, Casey Key and Manasota Key each have their own
unique character and lifestyle and feature some of the areas most
distinctive properties. Sarasota’s extensive waterways also harbor
other island communities.
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.
Casey Key
Nearly
every home has a view of the Gulf on this narrow, secluded island
located south of Siesta Key between the Gulf of Mexico and Blackburn
Bay. One of Florida’s most prestigious addresses, Casey Key
consists almost entirely of single-family homes and offers
unparalleled privacy, un-crowded beaches and some of Sarasota’s most
exceptional properties.
Lido 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. 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 and upscale homes.
St. Armands Key
Known for
St. Armands Circle, a world-renowned shopping and dining destination
this area also attracts numerous cultural event.
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 highrise condominiums lining the Gulf of
Mexico.
Manasota Key
The
southernmost island in Sarasota County, quaint Manasota Key has no
highrise buildings or traffic lights. It is accessible by two
bridges, one in Sarasota County and one in Charlotte County. A
two-lane, canopied road runs the length of the key with properties
on both sides, many of them spanning both the bayfront and
gulf-front. Pristine beaches include a state park and wildlife
sanctuary on the far south end of the key.
Siesta Key
Home of
the “world’s whitest sand beach,” Siesta Key is an eight-mile island
connected to the mainland by two bridges. The feel of an Old Florida
tropical island is enhanced with mature trees, lush foliage and
flowering plants. A mix of residential options range from waterfront
homes and mid-rise condominiums to quaint beach cottages.
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