Archive for the ‘Longboat Key’ Category
Posted by John Butzko on January 26, 2012
Discover resort-style living in Longboat Key's Beachplace. Pictured: 1055 Gulf of Mexico Drive, #206.
Set on the cherished south end of Longboat Key, the Beachplace condominium development is a wonderful community with a comfortable resort feel. Encompassing 31 acres and over 1,400 feet of prime Gulf of Mexico frontage, this sought after location enjoys proximity to the world-class shopping and dining of St. Armands Circle and downtown Sarasota. Enveloped by lush tropical landscaping and well-maintained grounds, Beachplace is a beautiful place to call home with a wealth of amenities that include 24-hour security, tennis courts, a Junior Olympic-size pool, a children’s pool, a Jacuzzi, outdoor grills, and a clubhouse with a fitness center and an activity room overlooking the beach.
Beachplace is desirable for year-round residents and investors, as it allows one-month rentals and an opportunity for income potential. (more…)
Posted by John Butzko on November 23, 2011
Find the perfect waterfront lifestyle in Bay Isles Harbor on Longboat Key.
Located at the south end of Longboat Key, the Harbor Section of Bay Isles is a luxury waterfront community set within its own private gated enclave in exclusive Bay Isles. The Harbor Section of Bay Isles has 60 custom homes with boating access and deepwater dockage that leads directly into Sarasota Bay. Having long been considered by many to be among the most desirable communities on Longboat Key, Harbor Section offers its owners membership to the Bay Isles Beach Club, which is located right on the beautiful Longboat Key Beach with its 11 miles of white sandy beach.
Market Activity – Harbor Section of Bay Isles
Real estate activity on Longboat Key has been brisk. There are currently five homes for sale in the Harbor Section ranging in price from $1,295,000—for a home built in 1986 with over 3,800 square feet—to $2,495,000—for a home built in 2002 with over 4,500 square feet.
The most recent sale in the Harbor Section was listed by Michael Moulton of Michael Saunders & Company’s Longboat Key office. This was the highest sale in the Harbor Section this year. This breathtaking property was newly built in 2011 and designed by architect Cliff Scholz, builder Steve Carr, and landscaping designer Michael Gilkey. This home boasts over 5,000 square feet and sold for $3,097,000. (more…)
Posted by John Butzko on September 29, 2011
Located behind the gates of the Longboat Key Club on the gorgeous south end of Longboat Key, the Sanctuary is one of the most desirable developments in the area. Set on 18 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds fronted by Longboat Key’s pristine beach, residents of the Sanctuary enjoy resort-style amenities. These include 24-hour security, Har-Tru tennis courts, a fitness center, clubhouse with full kitchen, swimming pool, lap pool and Jacuzzi. (more…)
Posted by John Butzko on June 28, 2011
Delight in waterfront living in Country Club Shores. Pictured: 600 Putting Green Lane.
Country Club Shores is one of the neighborhoods that truly define Sarasota. With homes built almost entirely on spacious canals or desirable Sarasota Bay, Country Club Shores epitomizes what the good life in Florida is all about—sun, swimming, boating and golf. It’s chic, casual and convenient.
The homes in Country Club Shores fall into two categories. The original residences, mostly one-story Florida ranches, have been updated over the years and now combine the best of the old and new. The scale is more intimate, but the details and appointments are up-to-date and luxurious. The newer homes spare no expense. They are large and lavish, and those on prime parcels of land are priced well into the millions. (more…)
Posted by shelleywhiteside on May 24, 2011
Marie relocated to Sarasota in 1996 from New York, where she worked as a retailing executive with a major department store chain for over 25 years. In this role, she was responsible for over $100 million in sales. She also ran a sleepwear company, where she oversaw both domestic and import production and supervised a sales force of over 20. Upon entering the field of real estate in 2005, Marie joined ReMax Alliance Group, specializing in residential sales, before transitioning from a referral agent to active agent for Michael Saunders & Company. As a Realtor, she was designated a Five-Star: Best in Client Satisfaction agent by Sarasota Magazine in 2006 and 2007. At Michael Saunders & Company, she joins the Saint Cacchiotti & Associates team.
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Posted by John Butzko on April 28, 2011
Michael Saunders & Company is well-known as a consummate area specialist to owners and staff at the Longboat Key Club and Resort—a gorgeous Gulf-front community which epitomizes the laidback island paradise for which Longboat Key is so widely known. The Resort offers fine dining and wonderful amenities, which include a lovely pool and private beach for residents. Membership in the Longboat Key Club is available to owners, so they can take advantage of additional amenities including 38 tennis courts, two pristine golf courses, a marina, a spa, a fitness center and four restaurants. If a Longboat Key Club and Resort owner wishes to maximize rental opportunities, they can participate in the Ownership Rental program. (more…)
Posted by shelleywhiteside on April 6, 2011
Award Is Based On The Real Estate Industry’s Only Independent Survey Of Customer Satisfaction
SARASOTA, FLORIDA – (March 2011) – Michael Saunders & Company is pleased to announce that Maureen Horn, of the firm’s Longboat Key South office, has once again been awarded the Quality Service Certified® Platinum award in recognition of her outstanding level of customer service. The award is an annual recognition of earning 100% client service satisfaction in 2010 as measured by Leading Research Corporation (LRC).
Quality Service Certified (QSC) status is the only award in the real estate industry based on independently validated, measurable service results. Clients of QSC agents receive a customer satisfaction survey at the end of each transaction. The surveys are administered and the results are compiled by LRC.
Client feedback from the surveys becomes part of the agent’s credentials. An overall satisfaction rating is displayed on a consumer website (www.QualityService.org) where sellers and buyers have the ability to select a real estate professional based upon each agent’s validated record of service satisfaction.
“Nothing is more important to a prospective client in selecting a professional than the service results achieved with past clients,” says Larry D. Romito, President and CEO of QSC. He adds, “Consumers have greater confidence in service reliability, results and satisfaction with a Quality Service Certified real estate professional because they know that the agent’s service record has been validated by an independent third party. 100% service satisfaction record like Maureen Horn achieved is just awesome.”
For more information, contact Maureen Horn at 941.383.7591 or by email at MaureenHorn@michaelsaunders.com.
Posted by shelleywhiteside on April 5, 2011
As proven area experts, Bruce and Jenine utilize their strong communication skills, advanced education and diligent effort to exceed the real estate needs of their customers. Together, they can handle all aspects of the real estate industry, including residential, commercial, investment and new construction properties.
Bruce, a Broker/Associate, has been a successful, full-time real estate sales agent since 1986, and Jenine has been working in the real estate business since the 1980s. As Sarasota area residents since 1998, they have gained exceptional knowledge and expertise as waterfront property specialists.
Posted by shelleywhiteside on March 1, 2011
Originally from New York, Maureen relocated to the Harbourside area of Bay Isles on Longboat Key in 2001. With a bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida and a master’s in education from the State University of New York, she brings an extensive professional background to complement her 30+ years in the real estate industry.
Maureen has earned the following real estate designations to enhance the level of service she provides her clients: New York and Florida broker’s licenses, Certified Relocation Specialist (CRI), Graduate of the Realtor Institute (GRI), E-certified, Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR) and Fine Homes Specialist (FHS). Previously with Prudential Palms, she has been a recurrent recipient of the company’s Honor Society Award and recognized as a consistent multi-million dollar producer.
Posted by Beth Ward on January 17, 2011
Veteran Top-Producing Agent Specializes In Luxury Waterfront and Golf Course Communities
LONGBOAT KEY, Florida—(January 17, 2011)
Sylvia Zimmerman, who consistently ranks in the top percentile of Sarasota’s most successful real estate agents, has joined the Longboat Key South office of Michael Saunders & Company, it was announced today from the company’s headquarters in downtown Sarasota. A long time resident of Southwest Florida, Zimmerman, specializes in luxury waterfront and golf course communities throughout the Sarasota-Bradenton area.
“We are absolutely delighted to welcome Sylvia to the company,” says founder and CEO Michael Saunders. “With Sylvia’s extensive business background—combined with her real estate experience, intricate knowledge of the market area and proven ability to bring buyers and sellers together—she will now be able to take all the marketing and technology tools that will placed at her disposal to take her clients and customers to the highest level of service and satisfaction.”
Previously with Prudential Palms Realty, Zimmerman has been in the top 2% of that company’s worldwide roster of agents; and been the recipient of both its prestigious Chairman’s Circle Award and its Legends Award—which honors years of perseverance, expertise and consistency. She is also a member of The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing and has won Sarasota Magazine’s “Five Star Best in Client Satisfaction Award” for the past three consecutive years.
Sylvia Zimmerman can be reached directly by calling (941) 350-5022; or by email at sylviazimmerman@msn.com. The Longboat Key South office of Michael Saunders & Company, managed by Georgina Clamage, is located at 440 Gulf of Mexico Drive. The office can be reached by calling (941) 383-7591.
