
When the night sky lights up this Fourth of July, where will you be? For families with homes in Sarasota, it's hard to get this answer wrong. Siesta Key's explosive Independence Day celebration has drawn thousands for the past 26 years, but the country's best beach isn't the only place to be on Tuesday, July 4. Our gardens, parks, and restaurants also offer world-class waterfront views and patriotic celebrations this Fourth, so you can choose your view every year.
If you live or plan to buy a house in the Sarasota-Bradenton area, just pick which body of water you want to see sparkle, and settle in for a full day or evening of Fourth of July fun. Here are some of our favorite spots to celebrate:

Don't miss another important celebration ... National Martini Day. Monday, June 19 is the holiday celebrating James Bond's favorite cocktail. That's good news for Floridians with homes in Sarasota because our beachfront city's bar scene isn't limited to Siesta Key daiquiris and Lido Beach Mai Tais. We also know how to make a mean martini.
Today, Sarasota, FL has some of the most sophisticated bars and restaurants in the Sunshine State. Here are six of the most promising places to order a martini on June 19:

Finding yourself thinking about Sarasota homes?
A Florida city whose rich history dates all the way back to 1763, it is nicknamed "Paradise" by its 53,000 residents. Though the greater metro area is home to more than 700,000 people, it's the picturesque surrounding communities that often attract homeowners moving to the state.
When you choose Sarasota, you have access to some of Florida's most dynamic cities – but you can disappear into the peaceful tranquility of any number of gorgeous beachfront towns. The Sarasota Keys offer a truly unique experience to those lucky enough to live there.

When it comes to celebrating a holiday, there nothing better than spending time with family and friends over a good meal. Easter Sunday is no exception. Nothing says Easter quite like a big brunch with the family.
Even though Easter Sunday is just a few days away, if you "hop to it," there's still time to make reservations. Our REALTORS® in Sarasota live and work in our community and have created this Sarasota Restaurant Guide of their five favorite restaurants with something special planned for Easter Sunday.


It came as no surprise to native Sarasotans that our hometown was named as one of the Best Places to Live in the United States by US News. People move to Sarasota in record numbers because of its "paradise-like personality." Who wouldn't love this city's wonderfully warm, year-round temperatures, white, sandy beaches and crystal clear water? Sarasota certainly does check all of the boxes for beaches and weather; however, factors like our dedication to the arts, affordable living, housing choices, great schools and a flourishing business environment are even more reasons to move to Sarasota.
Our REALTORS® in Sarasota created this list of why so many are making Sarasota their home.