Siesta Key Beach Is Number 1 - Again!Back in 2011 Stephen "Dr. Beach" Leatherman put Siesta Key Beach as Number 1 on his annual list of the world's top 10 beaches.  Since that time beach lovers have flocked to Sarasota; discovered the many riches of Sarasota life and moved to the area.  Tourism has skyrocketed, and Sarasota is certainly on many people's radar. Last year, Siesta Key Beach was named the Number 2 beach in the world.  This marked a change in Leatherman's criteria of eliminating beaches previously named as Number 1 from his annual list which has been likened to the "Environmental Oscars" of beaches. In an unprecedented move this year "Dr. Beach" has named Siesta Key Beach Number 1 for the second time!  In announcing his list Leatherman pointed out the $21 million dollar reno... 08/29/2017

Pet Friendly Condos for Sale on Siesta Key in Sarasota Florida 34242Looking for a Condo on Siesta Key Where You Can Bring Your Pet?Siesta Key in Sarasota Florida on the Gulf of MexicoLocated in Sarasota County on the Gulf of Mexico, Siesta Key has a nice assortment of condos, villas and townhomes for sale that are considered pet friendly.Check out some of the listings below. If you see anything that interests you, don't hesitate to contact me by calling Julie Larson at 941-882-0322 or send me an email at Julie@ThinkSuncoast.com  Click Here for Pet Friendly Condos for Sale on Siesta Key in Sarasota Florida  _____________________________________________________________________________________   When You're Thinking of Moving...ThinkSuncoast.com   Julie Larson, Realtor®Julie@ThinkSuncoast.... 02/27/2017

Siesta Key Crystal Classic Sand Sculpting 2015 The sixth annual Siesta Key Crystal Classic Master Sand Sculpting Competition was held on Friday, November 13th through Tuesday, November 17th on Siesta Key Beach; America's Number One Beach!  The annual event attracts over 35,000 attendees.  The artists who participate come from all over the world to create their masterpieces in just 24 hours spread over four days.  Winners are announced on Sunday evening.This year's entries were some of the most detailed, beautiful and compelling sculptures ever created for this event.  A majority of the event goers agreed with the judges top three winners. Number one is pictured above with number two and three respectively pictured below.The weather could not have been more perfect as temperatures were i... 12/04/2015

 Have you ever pictured yourself in a setting that was too beautiful for words? Or going on vacation somewhere and wishing you never had to leave? To find this ideal spot, all you have to do is travel to Siesta Key, Florida. Here, you can find the most amazing beaches and breathtaking views that you will ever be blessed to see in this lifetime. Imagine walking on a beach without sandals and feeling cool, white sand beneath your feet that sooths them as you walk along the water's edge. Made from quartz that has been ground into powder, the sand in Siesta Key has been said to have magical healing powers. Siesta Key has earned recognition as the "World's Finest, Whitest Sand" and one of "America's Best Beaches" in the world. This eight mile long barrier island offers a fantastic climate ye... 04/24/2015

Siesta Key Master Sancsculpting Competition 2014 Where: Siesta Key Beach, Sarasota, FLHours: Friday 11/14/14 - Tuesday 11/18/14  10am-5:30pmWhat: The Crystal Classic Master Sandsculpting CompetitionCost: $6, Cash Only.  Children under 4 are free This Annual Event Gets More Popular Every Year! Siesta Key Beach was selected as America's #1 beach a couple years ago, and it's popularity just increases each year.  A favorite  of beach  goers around the world, Siesta Key beach is also a favorite of master sand sculptors.  The sugary, fine crystalline sand is wonderfully suited to their passion.  This five day event draws aficionados from every where, and the crowds can get pretty thick at times.   Award winners are chosen on Sunday.  The best times to see the completed sculptures is the day ... 03/04/2015

Homes for sale in Siesta Key are a lot more affordable than you may be expecting. This island paradise offers a wide array of homes to match most tastes and budgets. Siesta Key is known for having some of the most beautiful sandy white beaches in the world. In fact, Siesta Key has won numerous awards for the gorgeous beaches that are there. The average year round temperature of Siesta Key is seventy three degrees. Siesta Key provides the perfect conditions for those who love outdoor activities. Those who love outdoor sports will love Sarasota.There are a myriad of golf courses located within Sarasota. There are both public and private courses for you to choose from. Tennis courts are also numerous in Sarasota. The courts are also public and private.  For those who want to hit the beach,... 12/24/2014

Say goodbye to boring routines and dreary mornings as you enter a brand new world of excitement and pleasure! Sarasota brings you the most strategically located condos for sale in Siesta Key Florida—where you can practically live, thrive, relax, and have 365 holidays a year. Siesta Key is one of the best barrier islands in the world, where the purest and most excellent white sand beaches are situated. People from different countries are attracted to its unspoiled beauty. It is bounded by clear blue waters that serve as the most spectacular habitat for healthy animals that contribute to the absolute magnificence of the island. With the Gulf of Mexico on one side, and the Sarasota Bay on the other, many seafarers, boating enthusiasts and seafood lovers are fascinated with this first rate... 12/10/2014

  Halloween Events 2014 in Sarasota County Florida   Fall is an exciting and fun time of the year. Children, adults, and pets dress up in costumes, go trick and treating, attend parties, and participate in contest and parades. Here are the Halloween Events 2014 in Sarasota County Florida.   Halloween Parade in Venice Sarasota County Florida     Halloween Safe Walk in Englewood Sarasota County Florida   When:       October 31, 2014 Friday Time:         5:00pm – 7:00pm Time:         5:30pm Pet Costume Contest at Paws & Claws corner of Magnolia and Dearborn Where:      W Dearborn Street, Englewood downtown 34223 Who:         Anybody and everybody – no age limit Tickets:     Free admission Contact:    941-474-2747 for more information Sponsors: Olde Englewood Village, Sarasota County and En... 10/18/2014

Are you looking for condos for sale at the Crescent Arms on Siesta Key? You certainly have great taste and know what is so special about the Crescent Arms on Siesta Key. This community is located on world famous Siesta Key beach and the beach is just outside your doorstep. Take a look at our short video about the Crescent Arms on Siesta Key: http://youtu.be/rk3LLdu5bCI Location, Location, Location In real estate it's all about location. Sarasota real estate is no different! The Crescent Arms on Siesta Key is ideal for someone who likes to be close to the action, Siesta Key's Village and its shops, bars and fine dining but yet far enough away to enjoy a calming sunset over Siesta Key beach. Some of the buildings are overlooking the beach, others are set back a little and one can enjoy sw... 08/15/2014

Are you looking for condos for sale at the Terrace on Siesta Key? You certainly have great taste and know what is so special about the Terrace on Siesta Key. This condo high-rise building is located on world famous Siesta Key beach and just down the street from Siesta Key Village.  Take a look at our short video about the Terrace on Siesta Key: http://youtu.be/6h0Syj9P2w0 Location, Location, Location In real estate it's all about location. Sarasota real estate is no different! The Terrace on Siesta Key is ideal for someone who likes to be in the heart of the action, a stone's throw to Siesta Key Village and its shops, bars and fine dining. At the same time this building is overlooking the beach and a path leads you right to the powdery sand of Siesta Key beach. The beach stretches for 8... 08/14/2014

The Pointe on Midnight Pass on Siesta Key has Condos for Sale.  This condo located at 9393 Midnight Pass Road at The Pointe is on the 10th floor of the first building after you enter the gate of The Pointe. This is a Penthouse Condo unit #P5 that has 1,029 sq. ft. of living area with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.  This condo has been remodeled and decorated with absolutely spectacular views of the Intracoastal Waterway, Little Sarasota Bay, and the Neville Bird Sanctuary.  When you get off the elevator at the tenth floor the view is breathtaking as you look out over the Gulf of Mexico and you can see where Siesta Key becomes Casey Key at Midnight Pass, which at one time was a pass into the Gulf of Mexico. This unit is very light and bright and you will enjoy the peacefulness of watch... 07/16/2014

Turtle Bay has waterfront condos for sale on Siesta Key.  Turtle Bay is located at the southern end of Siesta Key and has 2 buildings that have absolutely incredible waterfront views of the Sarasota Intracoastal Waterway.  If you are interested in living in a quiet area of Siesta Key then perhaps Turtle Bay would be a good choice for you.  Turtle Bay Waterfront Condos feature 2 buildings on the property with a total of 83 units.     There is a single car garage for each unit along with out side parking for a second vehicle or guests.  There is an on-site building manager and the maintenance team does an outstanding job of keeping these buildings very clean and attractive.  The clubhouse was recently totally remodeled this past year and there is a very large heated pool and spa overlooki... 07/16/2014

There are currently only 5 Mangrove Point homes for sale on Siesta Key.  Mangrove Point is a quiet, cul-de-sac style neighborhood located at the northern end of Siesta Key.        The entrance to Mangrove Point is from Midnight Pass Road where Midnight Pass Road and Higel Avenue intersect.  Mangrove Point homes are also referred to as being in the subdivision of South Cocoanut Bayou, however the sign that you read on Midnight Pass Road is Mangrove Point.      As you can see from the map below many of the homes in Mangrove Point are directly on the water and enjoy large docks, fishing, and direct access boating.  This is a great neighborhood on Siesta Key if you are interested in boating.  To view all of the current homes for sale in Mangrove Point on Siesta Key please visit:  Mangrove P... 07/16/2014

There are many Luxury Neighborhoods on Siesta Key that have upscale Siesta Key homes offering varying architectural styles.  In addition to these neighborhoods are some small areas that may only include a handful of homes each, but have been given a subdivision name for classification purposes in the Sarasota MLS system.    There are currently over 160 Siesta Key single family homes for sale with prices ranging from $230,000 to $14.5 million.    Many of these homes can be found in the different Luxury neighborhoods on Siesta Key.  These luxury neighborhoods have mostly homes on the Gulf of Mexico or the Sarasota bayside of Siesta Key which gives you direct access into the Intracoastal Waterway and still, some of these homes are located on canals that feed directly into the ICW.        T... 07/16/2014

There are many Siesta Key Beachfront Condos for Sale on the beach at Siesta Key in Sarasota, Florida.  Now that Siesta Key beach has been named the number one beach in the United States by Dr. Beach this past month, we have been receiving many inquiries into what is available for Siesta Key Beachfront condos.  Siesta Key Beach has always been a very popular vacation location but now with this new designation as #1 it has gained us much national attention. The Beach at Siesta Key is made of sand that is 99% pure quartz which gives it a very unusual and extremely white look and a sugary soft feel.  The Beach doesn't get hot on your feet even on the warmest of the Florida summer beach days and the look is so different than anything that you have ever experienced it is hard to explain.    P... 07/15/2014

There are currently over 150 Tropical Homes for Sale on Siesta Key and there are just over 320 tropical condos for sale on Siesta Key. Tropical Homes on Siesta Key can range in price from a small investment type home for $239,000 to over $14 million for a beachfront mansion on the Gulf of Mexico.  Condos on Siesta Key are currently ranging from $152,000 to $2.5 million.      Tropical Homes on Siesta Key offer many distinct types of lifestyles from secluded new homes that have been built recently on the water to older homes that have that old Florida charm, to homes that are in traditional family style neighborhoods not on the water, to homes that are on a canal with boating access to the ICW and Sarasota Bay. To view all of the current Siesta Key Tropical Homes for Sale please visit: Tr... 07/09/2014

  A Private School In Sarasota?  Look Into The Out-of-Door Academy.  There are several fine private schools located throughout the Sarasota Area, but one of the most intriguing and sought after has to be the Out-of-Door Academy. The original, historic campus known as the Out-of-Door campus on Siesta Key is home to the lower and middle schools (Pre-Kindergarten through Eighth Grade).  This charming campus is surrounded by stately banyan trees nestled in a quiet location on Siesta Key.  The school has been opened since 1924! The upper school is located in a modern facility in Lakewood Ranch and is known as The Out-of-Door Academy's collegiate-style Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch.  It was opened in 1996. The Out-of-Door Academy focuses on a balance of academics, physical activities and t... 05/28/2014

  Sandy Claws, Beach Run on December 14, 2013 - Sarasota FL    This popular fun event, the 37th Annual Sandy Claws Beach Run on December 14, 2013 is sanctioned by the Manasota Track Club and sponsored by Sarasota County Parks and Recreation in Sarasota FL.   Where                             :  Siesta Beach 948 Beach Road, Siesta Key FL Race day registration    :  7:00am Saturday December 14, 2013 Registration costs           :  $20 (1 mile fun run) $30 ( 5K Race)    1 mile Fun Run begins : 8:00am 5K Race begins               : 8:20amFor more information  :  941-861-5000             You are welcome to join the fun cheering or running on the beach, and enjoy the fresh sea breeze from the world famous Siesta Key Beach. There is music and good food.  Also Winners from each age group will r... 12/07/2013

  Siesta Key Beach, Sand Sculpting Competition, November 2013   The world famous Siesta Key Beach is having the Sand Sculpting competition “Siesta Key Crystal Classic Master” this week end from November 15 to 18, 2013. It has attracted about 20 Master Sand sculptors from around the world to participate in this event.   image from SiestaKeyCrystalClassic.com   Where: 948 Beach Road, Sarasota FL 34242 Time: 9:00am – 5:00pm (Monday – Friday) Ticket: $5 for admission per day (Children under 4 are free) Parking: $5 per day at Riverview High School 1 Ram Way, Sarasota, FL 34231 (To avoid traffic Jam) Click here for parking information   Meet the Master Sand Sculptors   Sign up to be a sponsor, and then you are allowed to attend the “Meet the Master Sand Sculptors” reception. Come to the celeb... 11/13/2013

Homes In Cocoanut Bayou On Siesta Key, Sarasota, FL.  If you dream of living in a luxurious home on a sub-tropical island surrounded by water and lush foliage just minutes from the Gulf of Mexico and the conveniences of Sarasota, Cocoanut Bayou may just be for you. Cocoanut Bayou is a secluded neighborhood of just 54 home-sites three quarters of an acre or larger nestled under a protective tree canopy and dense with greenery.  Cocoanut Bayou is located on the northern part of Siesta Key bordered by Higel Avenue, Midnight Pass Road and Mangrove Point Road.  Almost all of the home-sites are waterfront looking out onto either South Cocoanut Bayou, Nettie Bayou or Roberts Bay. Most of the homes in Cocoanut Bayou are upper end estate homes as well as 1950s bungalows dating from the time whe... 08/30/2013