Posts Tagged ‘waterfront’
Posted by John Butzko on July 28, 2011
Discover a relaxed way of life on Little Gasparilla Island. Photo courtesy of James Royce Photography.
Enjoy a perfect vacation destination with balmy breezes and dazzling sunsets. A barrier island located just north of Boca Grande, Little Gasparilla Island is where you will find peace and tranquility while engaging in your favorite water-based pastimes. This bridgeless tropical respite is a world away from the rush and hurried pace of the mainland, as there are no roads and no traffic. (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 John Butzko on June 22, 2011
Discover the remarkable lifestyles available in Oyster Bay Estates. Pictured: 1414 N Lakeshore Drive.
Located West of the Trail and along Sarasota Bay, Oyster Bay Estates began as residential community after developer Robert W. Newman purchased the real estate in 1951 from the Woolley family, who previously used the land as a dairy farm. Many of the 168 homes in the community area were built at that time.
Market Activity – Oyster Bay Estates
Recent activity in Oyster Bay has been very positive, as four properties priced between $369,000 – $2,150,000 sold in the last 30 days and four are pending. This leaves only seven active properties priced between $489,000 and $3,750,000 available at this time, which once again reinforces the desirability of Oyster Bay. Other positive activity includes the multiple offers Kim & Michael Ogilvie received on a listing at 4475 Camino Real, closing it at $925,000—$26,000 higher than the asking price. (more…)
Posted by John Butzko on June 14, 2011
Tranquil waters create wonderful views for many homes in Waterlefe. Pictured: 10708 Riverbank Ter.
Uniquely nestled on the banks of the Manatee River at Upper Manatee River Road, Waterlefe Golf & River Club is the only community in Manatee County that offers its residents both a world-class golf course as well as remarkable boating water.
With 616 residences ranging from 1,254-square-foot condominiums to an executive boating water home of over 9,000 square feet, Waterlefe has many different types of residences to suit any taste. Residents also delight in exceptional community amenities, as the River Club at Waterlefe features a fitness center, a Junior Olympic-size heated pool, a tiki Bar and a wonderful restaurant and bar area. (more…)
Posted by John Butzko on June 9, 2011
A range of elegant styles grace Hawk Island. Pictured: 4015 Hawk Island Dr.
Renowned as Bradenton’s premier gated waterfront neighborhood, Hawk Island offers a truly unique and exclusive area for the water enthusiast. Located off of SR 64 East, this community is centrally located between Sarasota and Tampa. The Interstate is a less than 10 minute drive away, which can lead you quickly to some of the West Coast’s finest shopping, restaurants or sporting activities.
Market Activity – Hawk Island
Residents delight in the mesmerizing views of the Manatee River and waterfront lifestyle afforded by the stunning estate homes of Hawk Island, as all the residences on this secluded peninsula offer expansive vistas of the Manatee River and quick access to the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy the luxury of having a private boat dock located directly across from the property on a deepwater, 120’ wide private canal able to accommodate sizeable vessels. (more…)
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Posted by John Butzko on January 25, 2011
The Masterworks of Luxury Homes tour is your exclusive opportunity to view some of the area's most impressive homes. Pictured: 712 N. Casey Key Dr.
Residents and visitors of Florida’s Gulf Coast now have a new, fun way to spend to experience luxury lifestyles this March.
Michael Saunders & Company, in conjunction with Christie’s International Real Estate and Sarasota Magazine, is pleased to announce a first-of-its-kind, two-day showcase tour of ultra-luxury coastal homes.
The three-day event is a reflection of the collective efforts of the participating homeowners, businesses, volunteers and arts groups, who are working together for the future of the Sarasota Youth Orchestra. Spanning March 2, 4 and 5, ten gorgeous properties actively listed in highly sought-after areas—namely The Oaks, Casey Key, Bird Key and St. Armands—will be included in exclusive daily tours running from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. (more…)
Posted by John Butzko on January 20, 2011
South Gulf Cove is a deed restricted, waterfront community located on the Cape Haze Peninsula with over 55 miles of canals that all lead to the Charlotte Harbor and Gulf of Mexico. The depth of the canals typically ranges from five to seven feet or more, and is maintained by a lock system that has recently been updated to feature remote control operation. The lock is located at the north end of the community. There are approximately 62,000 acres and 126 canals that comprise one third of all canals in Charlotte County. South Gulf Cove also features a boat ramp for boaters and fishermen alike. (more…)
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Posted by John Butzko on November 23, 2010
Enjoy waterfront living in Perico Bay Club. Pictured: 1201 Spoonbill Landings Cir.
Perico Bay Club is a gated community located on the southwest side of Perico Island. The island was named after the Perico brothers from Cuba, who established a fishing camp in the area. The development was built by Neal Communities starting in 1985 and finished out in 1992. There are 700 units, all offering water or mangrove views. The mangroves are maintained at eight feet, and the annual trimming is the largest permitted in the state today. The community offers four tennis courts, several pools, an activity center and a dedicated television channel showing scheduled events. About 30 percent of the owners are full-time residents.
Market Activity – Perico Bay Club
In the last 30 days, there have been eight new listings, five pending sales and two closures. Currently, there are 41 units for sale in the Multiple Listing Service. During high season, Perico Bay Club usually has around 60 units for sale. (more…)
Posted by John Butzko on November 4, 2010
One of the area’s most prestigious boating communities, Southbay Yacht & Racquet Club offers its residents remarkable amenities, including a deepwater marina, clubhouse, tennis courts, community pool and bay front park. The marina consists of a seven-acre yacht harbor with deepwater access to the Intracoastal Waterway, which connects to the Gulf of Mexico less than five miles away. The community’s well-manicured common grounds are lined with over five miles of winding sidewalks for walking, running or biking pleasure. Many residents use the park for casual fishing in the Intracoastal Waterway, and beautiful sunsets are a stunning sight at Lookout Point Park. (more…)
Posted by John Butzko on August 12, 2010
The homes of Country Club Shores offer a quaint "Old Florida" style. Pictured: 621 Ranger Lane.
Originally developed in five phases in the early 1960s, Country Club Shores has become one of the most sought-after locations on Longboat Key. With its convenient site at the southern end of Longboat Key, the neighborhood is popular with boaters as most homes are set on the open bay or deepwater canals with direct access to Sarasota Bay. Residents also enjoy beach access, just across Gulf of Mexico Drive.
Market Activity – Country Club Shores
There are currently 43 active listings in Country Club Shores ranging in price from $499,000 for a 1,600-square foot home built in 1968 to $3.7 million for a 2010-built bayfront estate. So far year-to-date, 12 properties have sold with prices ranging from $330,000 to $1.7 million. Of these 12 closed properties, four took place in July.
Agents from the Michael Saunders & Company Longboat Key office sold 2 lots on Ranger Lane recently. One was listed by Cathy Meldahl from the company’s mid-Longboat Key office, and sold 53 days later by Susan and Jonathan Fox from the company’s South Longboat Key office. The other was listed by Gail Wittig and Ian Addy and sold by Barbara Dumbaugh, also from Michael Saunders & Company. (more…)
