The Landings Of Sarasota, Florida

Cleverly disguised behind a shopping mall, The Landings of Sarasota Florida is a hidden treasure; a beautiful, peaceful gated community. It is considered to be the first gated community of Sarasota.

This land that would eventually become known as The Landings of Sarasota Florida was originally owned by an Ohio family, the Hovers. The large family, including two cousins, a sister, three brothers and all of their families, bought the nearly 100 acre parcel for winter vacationing. Starting with Dr. William Hover who came to Sarasota seeking a cure for a throat illness in 1902, this family built homes and a large dock along the bay, enclosing the property with trees, both citrus and pine. The Hover family became quite active in establishing early Sarasota by buying a large, failing pier within the town limits and establishing several bustling companies on it, along with many other business ventures. The Hovers eventually settled in Sarasota year round.

Things remained relatively unchanged until, in 1981, the Carriage House Villas were constructed at the entrance to the site. Many more subdivisions were to follow, including Eagle's Point and Eagle's Point Villas, and the condos found in both the Lakeview area and, more recently, Philippi Landings. An area known as the Treehouse section gets its name from townhouses cleverly located among exising ancient oak and other trees. Robert Morris, the developer of this peaceful Sarasota neighborhood, had a keen eye towards protecting the environment and establishing a rich, natural feel to his projects. The areas are surrounded by lush Florida vegetation, trees dripping with beautiful spanish moss, lakes, nature trails and even a nature preserve. Trees surround the roads that curve lazily through each area. The wonderful Sarasota homes themselves are designed to fit any nature lovers dream, with decks custom made for enjoying the beauty of nature that surrounds them.

A wonderful central gazebo lends to the fairy tale serenity of this Sarasota nieghborhood, and residents can enjoy relaxing canoe rides or kayaking in the lakes, or exploring the nature trails. A community center and sports complex in the middle of the Landings of Sarasota Florida features tennis courts, raquetball courts, a community pool, and many excercise activities such as Zumba, pilates and yoga. It also features family oriented community programs such as book clubs and movie nights.

The Landings of Sarasota Florida feature real estate choices from single family homes and townhouses to condo living. This variety of Sarasota real estate, coupled with the natural surroundings and easy access to both beaches and downtown Sarasota, attracts all age groups including retirees and young professionals. Families are drawn into the peaceful setting and closeness to fantastic school districts. Jobs can be found in nearby Sarasota in the Sarasota Memorial Hospital, making The Lanidings an attractive choice for doctors or nurses. Any number of medical professionals, lawyers and those in the banking industry currently call the Landings home and have no plans to leave their piece of Sarasota heaven.

There is the added attraction of the wide selection of fine higher learning institutions close by, all following the tradition of Sarasota Florida's popular continuing education programs for retirees as well as offering degree programs for all students. A close proximity to the beautiful Siesta Key Beaches and numerous golf courses add to the appeal of The Landings of Sarasota.

This peaceful slice of prime Sarasota real estate is bordered to the south by Phillipi Creek, the north by Field Road, the Tamiami Trail to the west, and reaches down to the shores of the beautiful Roberts Bay. Residents love the closeknit community atmosphere of the Sarasota neighborhood; it is one of the rare places left where people greet each other by name, walk freely and securely amongst the streets, and have a safe place to raise their kids.

Properties in this hidden treasure of Sarasota real estate are affordable, whatever housing selection is chosen. Condo pricing can range anywhere from just under $170,00 to around $550,000, with an average price of between $220,000 to $350,000. Single family homes start at below $500,000 and can range upwards to $585,000. The single family Sarasota houses of The Landings are well maintained with beautiful landscaping and acreage, and many of the homes boast private pools as well.

This quiet Sarasota neighborhood with its prime location to downtown Sarasota, natural beauty, affordable prices, and the added security of a gated community is a hidden treasure, for now. Act quickly to get your home in The Landings of Sarasota, Florida before the secret gets out.