Sarasota is a city located in Sarasota County on the southwestern coast of the U.S. state of Florida. It is south of the Tampa Bay Area and north of Fort Myers. Its current official limits include Sarasota Bay and several barrier islands between the bay and the Gulf of Mexico.
North edge of prestigious PALMER RANCH which is a wide area, a most upscale part of Sarasota, is known for it’s lush tropical vegetation, yet superb shopping, dining and entertainment. Staying here allows you to be close to it all. Drive or bike to the most beautiful white sandy beaches of Sarasota (Siesta beach is the no.1 beach in the US), just a mile or so from your front door. Work, visit or enjoy recreational activities without ever venturing too far from home.
Beaches of Sarasota, FL
Siesta Key Beach – The #1 Beach in America
Lido Key Beach
Longboat Key Beach
Attractions of Sarasota, FL
Florida Gulf Coast Rail Road Museum
John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art – The Ringling Circus Museum
Originally nicknamed ‘Circus Town USA’ when Ringling Brothers. Barnum & Bailey came to town in 1927, Sarasota’s bustling Main Street and sunny island beaches have helped turn it into one of the most sought-after living destinations in Florida. Whether it’s a spirited match of tennis, a cool morning swim or an afternoon of Memphis soul at Sarasota’s Annual Blues Fest, this resort is the perfect place to enjoy the Gulf Coast just 5 minutes from the sun blanched beaches of Siesta Key.
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens – The Botanical Gardens
The Sarasota Classic Car Museum is recognized as the second oldest continuously operating antique car museum in the Nation. With the hip downtown boutiques of Main Street just a few minutes away, and the Everglades fairways of Gulf Gate Golf Courses almost within walking distance, you’ll never have far to go to enjoy the very best of Sarasota.