Sarasota - Sunsets and Beaches

Sarasota is probably best known for its wonderful climate and glorious beaches. Both make the city a great place to live, a fact that is not lost on baby boomers making their move to Sarasota homes. Their attraction to Sarasota real estate is certainly understandable. Among the reasons: spectacular sunrises and sunsets over pristine beaches, year-round warmth, and abundant sunshine.

Sunny and MildLife in Sarasota is filled with sun-drenched days. Mild temperatures are in no short supply either. Even the winter months rarely see lows less than 50 degrees. And that combination of blue skies and warmth coaxes residents out of their Sarasota homes all year long to enjoy recreational activities.

There are a lot of outdoor pastimes to choose from. Make a day out of water sports. Serve up a few games of tennis. Test your swing against one of the many challenging golf courses that pepper the landscape of Sarasota real estate.

Chances are you won´t have to venture very far to enjoy any of these activities. That´s because Sarasota homes come in golf and tennis communities and with yards that reach out to the gulf and bay waters. Imagine heading out for a sunrise jog or a sunset stroll along beaches that are just steps from your door.

Sandy and ScenicThe white sand beaches cover more than 35 miles of Sarasota real estate that forms the shoreline along turquoise waters. Some of beaches meander past waterfront Sarasota homes. Others frame the barrier islands just offshore. Still others are a shell collector´s paradise.

All of the beaches offer a pleasing mix of sand and surf that makes Sarasota homes so popular among those enjoying or nearing retirement. Here are just three of the beaches that you will definitely enjoy sinking your toes into:

Crescent Beach: Touted as one of the most superb beaches anywhere, Crescent Beach is without a doubt one of the most beautiful stretches of Sarasota real estate. It has a picturesque crescent shape ? thus its name ? and the sand is pure white and especially fine. The Sarasota homes on Siesta Key, where Crescent Beach is located, are just as fine and range from condos to villas.

Lido Beach: Located on Lido Key, a barrier island with upscale Sarasota real estate, Lido beach offers trails that are ideal for observing nature and scenic views from the overlooks. There is also an impressive dual view from the south end of the beach. The Gulf is on one side and the skyline that highlights attractive waterfront Sarasota homes is on the other.

Caspersen Beach: Unspoiled Sarasota real estate is the phrase that best describes Caspersen Beach. It has a windswept aura, and a boardwalk provides a panoramic Gulf view. The beach is virtually covered in shells and now and again you can find pre-historic shark´s teeth. You will also find a lush nature trail, mangroves and palms, and fresh and saltwater marshes.

There are many more Sarasota beaches that are sure to strike your fancy. And there are many beachfront Sarasota homes that you will certainly find appealing too. What better way to while away the days than enjoying the sunshine and sunsets that make owning Sarasota real estate very attractive indeed.