Close to everything! Whether you like the outdoors, walking/running/sailing, arts, theater, dining or heading to the some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, you've found your special place. Sarasota was named one of U.S. News and World Report's "Best Places to Retire in 2018" and "100 Best Places to Live.” This lovely town was also voted one of the "Happiest Cities in the United States” by National Geographic Explorer. Sarasota is ranked one of the "best beach towns in America" 2018.

Take advantage of the season’s bounty at the Rosemary District’s Thursday Night Farmers Market, The Downtown Sarasota Farmer’s Market on Saturdays and the Central Sarasota Farmer’s Market also on Saturdays. Sarasota's world-class medical facilities provide peace of mind with six area hospitals including the nationally ranked Sarasota Memorial Hospital.
The new (Ringling) Sarasota Art Museum is 2 blocks east.

Renowned restaurants Bijou Cafe, Indigenous, Element, Sage, and Selva Grill are walking distance. For performances, The Sarasota Opera, Florida Studio Theater and Burns Court Cinema are in the area. The Sarasota Ballet and Van Weezel Performing Arts Center sit a few miles north. A variety of excellent grocers, Morton’s Market (south), Whole Foods (north) and Publix (east) are less than .5 miles away. Nightlife at The Westin Rooftop, Art Ovation and Fred’s on South Osprey in the medical district are also close in downtown.