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West Central Florida Real Estate

Avila Golf and Country Club – Tampa Florida
This beautiful luxury community is considered one of America’s premier country clubs. The signature 18-hole golf course was redesigned in 1988 by Bob Sierra and Jack Nicklaus. Avila offers junior golf programs and a traditional caddy program. You’ll also enjoy six lighted tennis courts, a junior Olympic sized swimming pool and recently renovated club house.
 
The Champions Club – Tampa Florida
Live a life of luxury at the Champions Club in a new home adjacent to the renowned Fox Hollow Golf Course. Private resident only clubhouse features a catering kitchen, along with a pass thru bar for indoor/outdoor dining. Additional outstanding amenities include tennis facilities, fitness center, spa, pool with lush landscaping and a concierge service to tend to every detail.
 
Cheval Golf and Country Club – Tampa Florida
Private community located in a tranquil country setting. Hit the links on the Steve Smyers designed golf course and then stop for a bite at the Terrace Grille overlooking Lake Cheval. The community clubhouse offers up nine tennis courts with a full service tennis shop. You’ll also enjoy a competition size swimming pool, fitness center, children’s playground and full basketball court.
 
St. Petersburg – Clearwater
This beautiful peninsula is located on the west coast of Florida and bordered between the Gulf of Mexico and Tampa Bay. If you are looking for amazing beaches then this area should be your destination! Home to Fort De Soto Park, Honeymoon Island State Park and Caladesi Beach there are over 30 miles of white sand shores waiting for you. Looking for a little culture and education? There’s plenty of it! Visit the Museum of Science and Industry, the Salvador Dali Museum or the St. Petersburg Museum of History. Make sure to stop by the St. Petersburg Pier and check out not only the view, but the Pier Aquarium as well. Exceptional dining and restaurants can be found throughout the St. Pete/Clearwater area.
 
Sarasota
In Sarasota, there truly is something for everyone! From amazing beaches, to outstanding museums, from boat races to botanical gardens, you’ll never run out of things to discover. Housed on the shores of Sarasota Bay you will find the magnificent John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art a must see for anyone with an interest in the circus, art or just American culture in general. The Mote Marine Laboratory is a world renowned research facility that gives you the opportunity to understand the secrets of the ocean through various hands on exhibits and presentations. Check out Sarasota Jungle Gardens, one of the oldest continuously operating attractions in the state of Florida! This attraction boasts 10 acres of lush tropical vegetation, jungle trails, entertainment and educational shows. Sarasota is also home to some of the states most prestigious colleges including Eckerd College, New College of Florida and the Ringling College of Art and Design.  

Longboat Key
Stretching between the Gulf of Mexico and Sarasota Bay, Longboat Key is the ideal setting for the ultimate Florida vacation! The waters of this amazing beachside community teem with wildlife, while many of the shorefronts are designated bird sanctuaries. Along with Lido Key and St. Armand’s Key this area offers a little something for everyone. Amazing dining, shopping and recreation abound on all three keys!

Siesta Key
Siesta Key offers up three amazing and unique beaches for your enjoyment! Turtle Beach has a wonderful family environment that includes picnic areas, a playground, a volleyball court and a horseshoe pit. There is a boat launch and fishing is permitted adjacently at Blind Pass Lagoon. Crescent Beach offers a bit more serenity and privacy. Having only one public access road, this location is just south of Siesta Public Beach. Siesta Public Beach is renowned for its amazing sunsets and gorgeous crystal white sand! The sand is 99% pure quartz and is soft and cool on the feet. Amenities here include tennis and volleyball courts, shaded playground and picnic area along with concessions stands.
 
Bird Key
Bird Key is an island located in Sarasota Bay between Sarasota and Longboat Key. This land mass was created by dredge and fill for the development of dry land and is home to the celebrated Bird Key Yacht Club. The Yacht Club offers golf, tennis, boating, fine dining and various other social activities. Both John Ringling and his sister Ida resided on Bird Key; the Ringling Causeway which connects the key to the mainland was named in their honor.
 
Lido Key
On beautiful Lido Key, the resort town and cultural aspects of Sarasota come together. Originally designed by circus great John Ringling, St. Armand’s is an enjoyable combination of sidewalk cafes, fine dining restaurants and boutiques. South Lido Park is a beach lovers dream! Canoe or kayak, explore nature trails or just enjoy the beautiful water views. Lido Beach is one half mile southwest of St. Armand’s Circle and offers great amenities including cabana rentals, concession stand, gift shop and a playground.
 
Casey Key
Casey Key is a barrier island at the Southern end of Sarasota County, in Nokomis, Florida. This exclusive key is home to some of southwest Florida’s most elegant and luxurious residences. To the east side of the island you will find the Intra-coastal waterway which is a few minutes away from Venice Inlet and the Gulf of Mexico. North Jetty Fish Camp is on the north bank of Venice Inlet and offers bait and fishing gear.
 
Lakewood Ranch
Lakewood Ranch, the largest green-certified community in the US, is an 8,500 acre master planned community, located on Florida's Gulf Coast, close to I-75. Amenities of this sprawling neighborhood include three golf courses, an athletic/fitness center including a junior Olypmic sized swimming pool, community park, Polo and Cricket club and 18 lighted tennis courts. Main Street at Lakewood Ranch is an outdoor venue that is the home to stylish boutiques, restaurants and even a movie theater. This self contained community has an onsite medical center and top rated schools.
 
Downtown Sarasota
Known as Florida’s Cultural Coast, this community houses a professional symphony, ballet and opera. More than 10 theaters, 30 art galleries along with dozens of shops, art galleries, restaurants and night clubs can be found on Main Street. Throughout the year you can find various festivals, live music acts and other entertaining events in this same area. Every Saturday, rain or shine, hit the Downtown Sarasota Farmers Market for fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, plants and great local artwork. Just a short ride from downtown, you can catch the Cinncinnati Red Sox do some spring training or watch the minor league Sarasota Red Sox at Ed Smith Stadium. The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is known as the “Purple Cow” due to it’s unique color and presents a variety of stage shows including Broadway musicals, concerts and comedy acts. Whether you are looking for fine dining options, arts and cultures, sports or shopping, you’ll find it in downtown Sarasota.

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