Casey Key Real Estate Sales for 2009

Sarasota Barrier Island: Casey Key
If privacy is your passion, this elegant, exclusive Sarasota Barrier Island may just be the ideal location to live your Florida dream. Made up almost entirely of luxurious single-family homes - nearly all have a Gulf view or a Bay view - Casey Key is "old Florida" at its finest. No high-rise condos, no chain hotels, just friendly neighbors, un-crowded beaches and winding streets covered by canopies of tropical palms on an island so narrow, some homes have a front yard that borders the Gulf and a backyard that borders the Bay.

Population:Less than 400 residents.

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Current data from My Florida Regional MLS for Casey Key:

Current Active Single Family Listings:
There are 49 Active Listings priced from $900,000 to $14,999,000.
There 3 Sale Pending homes priced $1,095,000 to $1,999,000.
There have been 8 Sold homes so far this year priced from $958,000 to $9,900,000.

Current Condos /Time Share:
There are 13 Active listings priced from $160,000 to $500,000.

Current Lots:
There are 10 Active Lots priced from $1,145,000 to $5,900,000.
There have been 2 Lots Sold this year priced from $287,500 to $290,000.

Commercial Motels:
There are 3 Motels listed priced from $3,495,000 to $7,000,000.

At home…on Casey Key
If swimming keeps your waistline slim and trim, we’re offering a beautiful home on the north end of Casey Key—and it’s the place of your dreams. Perched on the Gulf near Blackburn Point Bridge, the home features two swimming pools. One pool has an unbeatable view of the ocean—just imagine yourself sipping iced concoctions with friends while the sun dips below the blazing horizon at sundown. Next morning, start your day right in the lap spa pool, each invigorating stroke breathing new energy into the core of your being. The property also offers two other buildings for garages, artist studio, or workshop. The home is located at 13 N. Casey Key, and if you are seeking a waterfront home and an active lifestyle, this property is calling your name!
Priced reduced to $3,500,000.

The Herron Group / RE/MAX Alliance Group/ Nick Herron ( 941-350-5035 ) and Kathleen Herron would be glad to show you any of the Casey Key properties or on any of the other Sarasota Barrier Islands of Manasota Key, Siesta Key, Longboat Key, Lido and Bird Key.

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Video of Sarasota, Florida and all it has to offer.

Casey Key one of Sarasota Florida's Barrier Islands

Casey Key one of Sarasota Florida’s Barrier Islands. Nearly every home has a view of the Gulf of Mexico or the Bay or both Gulf and Bay on this narrow, secluded island located South of Siesta Key and just North of Venice between the Gulf of Mexico and Blackburn Bay. One of Florida’s most prestigious addresses, Casey Key consists almost entirely of single-family homes and offers unparalleled privacy, un-crowded beaches and some of Sarasota’s most exceptional properties.

Current Casey Key listings in the MY Florida Regional MLS as of this date:

There are 51 Single Family Homes on the market for sale, priced from $999,000 to $14,999,000.

There are 7 Lots on the market for sale priced from $350,000 to $5,900,000.

There is 1 Single Family Home Sale Pending.

There have been 7 sales on Casey Key this year.

5 Single Family Homes have sold for $1,075,000 to $6,200,000 so far this year and 2 Lots have sold.

There are 3 Small Motels for sale priced from $3,495,000 to $7,000,000.

If you would like to look at any of these Casey Key properties please call The Herron Group, RE/MAX Alliance Group, Nick Herron and Kathleen Herron at 941.350.5035.

They would be glad to introduce you to paradise.

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Casey Key Sunset

Sailboat passing through the sunset. Taken from Casey Key listing tonight. Sent from my BlackBerry Smartphone provided by Alltel

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Aqua Restaurant & the Little Wet Bar Sarasota’s Newest Hot/Cool Spot

Aqua Restaurant and the Little Wet Bar have become Sarasota’s latest waterfront hot-spots. Located just over the bridge from Casey Key on Blackburn Point Road, Aqua offers the best of both worlds, elegant dining on the third floor and a casual bar on the second floor. Both provide you with superb menu selections and fabulous waterfront views.

The restaurant and bar were founded by Michael Fiscina, past General Manager of the missed Siesta Key favorite, Bob’s Boathouse. Chef Matthew Passalacqua and his expert staff bring you spectacular dishes that are sure to keep you coming back. The same menus are offered in both the Aqua Restaurant and in the Little Wet Bar and both are open for lunch, dinner, and Sunday Brunch. Seating by the north and west windows afford wonderful views of the marina and the Intracoastal Waterway.

Dockage is available for those coming by boat. Just make your way to mile marker 33 and stop by for some cool beverages and outstanding food after a day cruising of the waterways.

This is part of Villas at Bellagio Harbor Village which just had to change it's name to Villas at Osprey Harbor Village, because the Bellagio in Vegas threatened a law suit if they didn't. The Herron Group has a lovely three bedroom plus den condo unit, and three and a half bath with great Bay views at a reduced price of $849,000.

Nick Herron & Kathleen Herron of the Herron Group would be glad to show you any of the properties listed at the Villas at Osprey Harbor or on any of Sarasota's Barrier Islands of Casey Key, Siesta Key, Longboat Key, Lido Key, Manasota Key, and Island of Venice. Call 941.350.5035.

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Fishing in Sarasota Sometimes High and Dry

Even when you find that your boat is High and Dry you can just jump out and start surf fishing. You never know when you are going to land on a sand bar or even the beach; as in the picture above taken on Casey Key last week.

There are many reasons to relocate to Sarasota, but if you love to fish, the list just got a whole lot longer. Sarasota and her barrier islands are a fantastic area for fishing all year round.

Deep sea fishing off your own boat or a charter can bring in some great saltwater catches: Grouper, Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, or Amberjack. The shallow grass flats and docks are great for Trout, Redfish, and Snook. Beach, or “surf fishing”, is excellent for reeling in some Pompano, Sheepshead, or whiting, while the Venice Fishing Pier is a popular spot for hooking in many types of shark.

Freshwater fishing is a relaxing way to spend the day. Take a canoe or kayak into one of the many lakes, rivers, and creeks of Sarasota County for Largemouth Bass, Striped Mullet, Bluegill, and Perch.

Whether you are an avid fisherman or just enjoy the fun of fishing, Sarasota is the place.

Be sure to check the Florida Fishing Regulations and get your Florida Fishing License before heading out.

Nick Herron & Kathleen Herron of the Herron Group, RE/MAX Alliance Group would be glad to show you any of the properties listed on Sarasota’s Barrier Island of Lido Key, Bird Key, Longboat Key, Siesta Key, Casey Key, Manasota Key, and Island of Venice, or mainland Country Club. Call 941.350.5035.

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Oscar Sherer State Park

Located in historic Osprey, between Sarasota and Venice just off Casey Key, Oscar Sherer State Park encompasses over 1380 acres of scrubby and pine flatwoods that offer protection to the Florida scrub-jay, a threatened species found only in Florida.

The park lands were once part of the estate of Elsa Sherer Burrows who donated her family’s 460 acre South Creek ranch upon her death in 1955. Named after her father, Oscar Sherer, the inventor of a process of dyeing shoe leather, the park was opened to the public in 1956. In 1991, a campaign by area realtor and environmentalist, Jon Thaxton, resulted in an adjacent 922 acres added to the park with Preservation 2000 funds through the state’s Conservation and Recreation Lands (CARL) program.

Oscar Sherer is now a popular recreational area with over 130,000 visitors each year and many activities to enjoy. Hiking or off-road biking on over 15 miles of trails, canoeing or kayaking along the mangroves of South Creek, tent or RV camping, and picnicking are some activities available. Saltwater and freshwater fishing are, of course, one of the most popular activities. The 3-acre freshwater lake, Lake Osprey, provides an opportunity to catch largemouth bass, bluegill, and channel catfish, while South Creek allows for anglers to catch saltwater species. The park also offers many special programs including guided canoe tours, coffee socials, and youth programs.

With its convenient, central country location, Oscar Sherer State Park is a wonderful way for area residents and visitors to experience the natural beauty of Sarasota.

Nick Herron & Kathleen Herron of the Herron Group would be glad to show you any of the properties listed at The Oaks in Osprey, or any of the Sarasota Barrier Islands of Casey Key, Siesta Key, Longboat Key, Lido Key, Bird Key, Manasota Key, and Island of Venice. Call 941.350.5035.

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"St. Armand’s Circle" A World-Class Shopping & Dining Oasis

When we think of elegant fashions, fine art, and exquisite dining in Sarasota, St. Armand’s Circle comes to mind. All of these, and much more, are afforded to you at “The Circle”. Located between the barrier islands of Lido Key and Longboat Key, St. Armand’s has long been a shopping and dining oasis for visitors from all over the United States and abroad.

Acquired by circus tycoon, John Ringling, in 1917, St. Armand’s Key did not have a bridge connecting it to mainland Sarasota until 1925. Now the John Ringling Bridge transports you to the pedestrian-friendly, tropical paradise that is St. Armand’s Circle.

Shopping on “The Circle” is world-class with specialty shops (Binjara Traders, Décor de France, Ivory Coast), high-end fashion (The Met, Tommy Bahama, White House/Black Market), and fine jewelry (Armel Jewelers, McCarver & Moser). And the dining choices are second to none: Columbia Restaurant, The Crab & Fin, Café L’Europe, Hemingway’s, and Lynches Pub are just a sample of what you’ll find at St. Armand’s.

As you stroll St. Armand’s, be sure to make your way through Circle Park. At the center of “The Circle”, this small, circular park pays tribute to famous circus performers and the circus heritage with “The Ring of Fame”, over 80 bronze plaques circling the park’s outer edge each commemorating a circus great. This beautifully landscaped, palm-lined park is also host to many events including car shows, concerts, and art fairs.

Nick Herron & Kathleen Herron of the Herron Group would be glad to show you any of the properties listed on Sarasota’s Barrier Island of Longboat Key, Lido Key, and Bird Key. Call 941.350.5035.

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Fireworks in Paradise Reflections of a Proud American

The approach of the 4th of July holiday weekend brings on a time of reflection. Reflection of the struggles we overcame to become the great nation we are today. Despite the economic hardships we face as a nation; despite the political, religious, and sociological differences we face as a people, we come together every year at this time to celebrate our independence.

The first Independence Day celebration was said to take place in Philadelphia in 1777. They held an official dinner, 13-gun salute, parades, picnics, fireworks, and decorated in red, white, and blue. Today we celebrate in much the same manner. Our cities and towns hold parades, our families get together for picnics and BBQ’s, and then we all, in our own way, watch the fireworks. Whether it is out over the Statue of Liberty, over the Golden Gate Bridge, on the TV, or while sitting on the beach in paradise, we will watch the red, white, and blue bursts of light gleaming across the sky.

We will be watching from our own paradise on Venice Beach as the fireworks burst over the Jetties. This year, as in all years past and all to come, those fireworks will bring on a renewed sense of how proud we are to live in this country, how proud we are of our service men and women who fight for our freedom, and how lucky we are to be living the American dream.

Nick Herron & Kathleen Herron of the Herron Group would be glad to show you any of the properties listed on Sarasota Barrier Islands of Casey Key, Siesta Key, Longboat Key, Lido Key,Manasota Key, and Island of Venice. Call 941.350.5035.

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Venice Main Street Shopping and Dining in Paradise

Along the majestic palm-lined main street (or W. Venice Ave) of historic Downtown Venice, one is captivated by the array of brightly colored shops and restaurants. This area has much to offer to both tourists and locals alike. Whether it’s shopping, dining, or taking in a show, there are lots of things to keep you busy in Paradise.

Shopping is one of the highlights of downtown. There is something for everyone. When it comes to fashion, you’ll find chic, trendy styles at Uptown Girl and Jo-Lee’s Boutique; island and resort wear at Sun Bug, The Scarlet Macaw, and St. Marco Boutique; children’s designs at Nana’s; and for the men, Captain’s Landing has all the best name brands. Gifts and accessories are easy to find at the Green Parrot Gift Shop, Fraser’s Island Nook, and Mrs. Candlewick’s Shoppe. And who can go shopping in Venice without browsing through the seashells at Sea Pleasures and Treasures?

If you love to decorate like I do, Seaside Chic has it all. I immediately fell in love with the casual and elegant designs this home furnishing store has to offer. Transform your home into a seaside oasis with their expert help.

What will it be for lunch or dinner today? Japanese at Bushido, Italian at Cassariano’s, continental at Café Venice, French at LePetit Jardin, or good old American fare at TJ Carney’s. For dessert, head over to Bresler’s for some homemade ice-cream or Kilwin’s for their outstanding chocolates and fudge.

Now it’s time to relax and enjoy a show at the Venice Theater (formerly the Venice Little Theater), one of the largest and most active community theaters in the country. There are always some great shows on the venue so a season pass is the best deal.

Nick Herron & Kathleen Herron of the Herron Group would be glad to show you any of the properties listed on Sarasota Barrier Island's of Casey Key, Manasota Key, Island of Venice, Siesta Key, Lido Key, Longboat or Bird Key. Call 941.350.5035

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708 Casey Key Road Nokomis, Florida The Herron Group Nick Herron 941-350-5035 RE/MAX Aliance Group

708 Casey Key Road
Wonderful Casey Key Get-A-Way--- Key West Style---Cottage, Bay views, New Boat Dock and Deeded Beach Easement Across the Street To Deep Sandy Beach, Lovely New Large Decks Front and Back to Enjoy the Sunrise and Sun Sets and the Great Breezes, Vaulted Cei ilings Ceramic Tile Floors, Three Car Garage, Room for Pool in the Private Landscaped Fenced Yard, Three bedrooms, bath and a half upstairs and two bedroom one bath apartment down (non-conforming) Least expensive Bay front on Casey Key reduced to $1,175,000 Sold furnished Nick Herron 941-350-5035

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Sarasota Barrier Island Turtle Update

As of June 13, 2009 Mote Marine reports of turtle nesting activity for 2009:

Longboat Key Manatee County: There were 43 Nests and 30 False Crawls for Loggerhead Turtles and no Nests or False Crawls for Green Turtles.

Longboat Key Sarasota County: There were 41 Nests and 29 False Crawls for Loggerhead Turtles and no Nests or False Crawls for Green Turtles.

Lido Beach: There were 3 Nests and 15 False Crawls for Loggerhead Turtles and no Nests or False Crawls for Green Turtles.

Siesta Key: There were 43 Nests and 52 False Crawls for Loggerhead Turtles and 1 Nest and 1 False Crawl for Green Turtles.

Casey Key: There were 148 Nests and 99 False Crawls for Loggerhead Turtles and no Nests or False Crawls for Green Turtles.

Venice Beach: There were 67 Nests and 28 False Crawls for Loggerhead Turtles and no Nests or False Crawls for Green Turtles.

Totals as of June 13, 2009: There were 345 Nest and 253 False Crawls for Loggerhead Turtles and 1 Nest and 1 False Crawl for Green Turtles.

A little background on these two types of turtles: Provided by NESTS: Neighbors Ensuring Sea Turtle Survival

Loggerhead

Scientific name: Caretta caretta. The loggerhead's
Common name is derived from the size of its head.
Appearance: Adults and sub adults have a reddish brown
Carapace (upper shell) and a dull brown to
Yellowish plastron (lower shell).
Size: Most adults weigh between 250 and 350 pounds
And have a carapace between 3 and 4 feet long.
Reproduction: Loggerheads return to their nesting
Beach at intervals of 2, 3 or more years during their
Nesting season, which runs from May through September.
They lay 4 to 7 nests per season. The average
Number of eggs per nest is usually between 100 to 126.
Eggs incubate for about 60 days.

Green Turtle

Scientific name: Chelonia mydas. The green turtle's common
Name is derived from the green color of the fat that lies
Just under the upper and lower shell.
Appearance: A single pair of scales on the front of its head
Distinguishes the green turtle.
Size: Adults weigh between 225 and 350 pounds and
Measure between 3 and 4 feet.
Reproduction: Green turtles return to their nesting beach
In intervals of 2, 3 or more years. They lay an average of 3 to
5 egg clutches during the nesting season, which runs from
June through September, but a female may lay as many as
10 clutches. Greens lay about 115 eggs per clutch, which
Incubate in about 60 days.

Another interesting fact about Sea Turtles:

Research indicates that the sex of an embryo is determined sometime after fertilization, as the embryo develops, and may be temperature dependent. Lower nest temperatures produce more males; higher temperatures produce more females.
As always Mote Marine is looking for volunteers to be involved in the Turtle Program during the five plus month period, starting May 1 to Nov 1 each year.

The Turtles Nesting on the Sarasota Barrier Islands just adds to the ambience of living and enjoying the lifestyle of the Sarasota Barrier Islands. If you would like to look at any of the properties on any of Sarasota Barrier Islands (Casey Key, Siesta Key, Lido Key, Venice Island, Manasota Key, or Longboat Key) the Herron Group, Nick Herron and Kathleen Herron 941-350-5035 with RE/MAX Alliance Group are ready to show you.

Island Prayers and the charmed Casey Key Community Library

Not a day goes by without discovering new reasons to absolutely adore Casey Key, Florida. The Blackburn Point swing bridge is undergoing repair for the month of June, but I took a visitor on a Casey Key joyride from the tip to the top of all eight-miles of luxuriant island the other day. As we prepared to turn the convertible around near the bridge, we impulsively pulled into the parking lot of the Casey Key Library. Located at 800 Blackburn Point Road just across from the Casey Key Fish House, this community-inspired gem of a library would have charmed our socks off, had we been wearing any. But we’d been enjoying the beach just moments before so…no socks.

We were greeted by volunteer librarian and Casey Key resident Connie Davis, whose warm smile and generous welcome made us feel like old friends. We learned that the Casey Key Library is an independent not-for-profit corporation, founded in 1984 by resident Marion Shaw in her spacious garage. This is a computer-free, low-tech, gracious operation complete with a card catalog and self check-out. The library is stocked with hardcover bestsellers and treasures, most of which are less than two years old, and its community room hosts meetings and neighbors. The library is open to residents of Casey Key who are members of the Casey Key Association, and has become quite the neighborhood gathering place.

The Casey Key Library not only provides an impressive collection of spellbinding reads, it also serves the greater good. Two or three neighbor-friendly fundraisers per year generate monies that support literacy programs and local schools. The day we stopped in, a book by a local resident lay open on the desk and I checked it out immediately. It was the stunning “Island Prayers” by author and photographer Jack Perkins, former NBC news correspondent and host of A&E’s “Biography.” Such a fitting book to read later at day’s end as I enjoyed another sunset on Casey Key, Florida.

Living on the barrier island of Casey Key, Florida, is truly “living the dream.” The Casey Key Library simply adds to the dream life of this friendly, welcoming community. Nick Herron & Kathleen Herron of the Herron Group would be glad to show you any of the properties listed on Sarasota’s Barrier Island of Casey Key. Call 941.350.5035.

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A Little Inconvenience in Paradise

All I have been hearing from everyone off the Key (Casey Key) lately is. “What are you going to do when the Blackburn Point Bridge is closed for the month of June?” Yes it is going to be a little inconvenient when we want to go up to Sarasota. We will have to allow an additional fifteen minutes, but we get to drive down Casey Key and enjoy all the views.

Over the years since I first bought on Casey Key in 1987 the “Bridge” has been closed for periods of time. In the early 1990’s the “Bridge” under went substantial repairs. At that time, a majority of Casey Key residents, as well as Sarasota County officials, the Florida D.O.T. and the Historical Society, favored rehabilitation of the existing one-lane Swing Bridge, rather than replacement with a new larger, higher two-lane draw bridge.

However, the Coast Guard denied the permit because the horizontal and vertical clearances did not meet Coast Guard navigational standards. As a result, interim (five to ten year) repairs were made, and the “Bridge” won a reprieve.

The Blackburn Point Swing Bridge is a daily reminder of Florida’s past. The “Bridge” has been a fixture of Casey Key since the mid-1920s when it was one of several bridges installed locally as a result of a 1924 bond issue. This is the only swing bridge in Sarasota County and only a few left in all of Florida.

Another little inconvenience is that Jimmy is going to close the Casey Key Fish House for summer vacation while the “Bridge” is being repaired. Now that is a "bummer" for Casey Key residents here for the summer.

But don’t worry the Herron Group, Nick Herron and Kathleen Herron with RE/MAX Alliance Group will be here to show you the reason we all love Paradise “Casey Key” even with a little inconvenience.

We still want to keep our “Bridge”.

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Casey Key & Manasota Key Real Estate Update

Casey Key and Manasota Key, two of Sarasota’s Barrier Islands are located on either side of the Island of Venice. Casey Key is to the North between Venice and Siesta Key. Manasota Key is located South between Venice and Stump Pass. There are a lot of similarities between the two. Two/ Thirds of Manasota Key is in Sarasota County as well as all of Casey Key. Both Casey Key and the Northern two /thirds of Manasota Key are in a conservation district that was established in the early 1970’s by the Florida State Legislature. This with its zoning restrictions will keep the two keys more like they are with no high-rises, just single family homes, except for the few "Old Florida" motels that were grandfathered in at that time.

Casey Key and Manasota Key Real Estate Update as of April 18, 2009.

Casey Key

Active Single Family for Sale 57

Priced from $1,000,000 to $18,500,000

Active Lots for Sale 12

Priced from $334,000 to $12,500,000

Sale Pending 1

Sold this Year 0

Manasota Key

Active Single Family for Sale 45

Priced from $629,000 to $7,500,000

Active Lots for Sale 9

Priced from $675,000 to $17,800,000

Sale Pending 2

Sold this Year 4

You can visit the Herron’s site http://www.caseykey-real-estate.com/ go to In The News and see all the listings on both Casey Key and Manasota Key.

You can also search our neighbor maps of Sarasota to get more detail and virtual tours of the different properties. If you would like to see any of these properties please call the Herron Group, RE/MAX Alliance group, Nick Herron or Kathleen Herron 941-350-5035

Dinner over Looking Casey Key

Last night we met some friends from Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club and Silver Oaks at the Aqua Restaurant & Little Wet Bar which over looks the North end of Casey Key. It is located in front of Bellagio Harbor Village condos, which just changed their name to Osprey Harbor Village. (This was because they had a lawsuit from The Bellagio in Vegas over the name & they decided to change the name.)

You can come by car or boat (channel Marker 33) which adds a lot to the ambiance of the restaurant and the great sunsets over Casey Key are just a big plus. Wednesday is Jazz with Dinner night and the Aqua was very busy and the food was wonderful as usual.

The Herron Group, RE/MAX Alliance Group, has one of the condos listed for sale. It has long Bay views looking North over to North Casey Key & up the Inter-coastal water way from the Living room, master bedroom and large tiled terrace. From the two other bedrooms you see the boat basin, docks, and marina. This unit has been reduced to $849,000. Plus you get a dry boat slip (Casey 12).

If you would like to see this condo or any others in the Osprey Harbor Village or any of the Casey Key Real Estate properties please call or e-mail Nick Herron or Kathleen Herron, the Herron Group, RE/MAX Alliance Group at 941-350-5035.

Casey Key Incorporation - Not this Year

At the meeting on March 30, 2009 concerning the incorporation of Casey Key, there was a call for an impromptu straw vote on how many residents present had an interest in the idea of having Casey Key become incorporated.

David Macrae a Casey Key resident who had organized the meeting called for a show of hands in support of incorporation. Only five residents raised their hands. He then asked who was opposed to the incorporation. The rest of the residents present raised their hands. There were probably a little over 100 Casey Key residents in attendance. There are around 567 registered voters on Casey Key.

The straw vote outcome was a surprise to all present. The group for it is pressing on to inform the residents as to the positives of being incorporated.

At this time it looks like the House Bill 1225, which has to become, a referendum in order for the residents of Casey Key to vote on the issue may not be heard this year by the Florida House Military and Local Issues Committee. If House Bill 1225 is not heard and passed the Casey Key residents won’t be able to vote for or against incorporation this year.

If you’re interested in Casey Key, one of Sarasota’s Barrier Islands e-mail Nick Herron, the Herron Group, and RE/MAX Alliance Group or call 941.350.5035.

Casey Key, Sarasota, FL Incorporation or Not

There has been a lot of heated debate about the pros and cons of incorporation of Casey Key lately.

There is a meeting to educate voters on the issues of incorporation on March 30th 2009 at 4:30 to 7:30PM at the Nokomis Fire House. Commissions John Thaxton, The Attorney for Long Boat Key and the Retired Venice Police Chief will be present in addition to others to cover topics of interest and answer questions. An agenda will be posted shortly and mailed to all registered voters on the Key. There will be tables for Proponents and those opposed starting at 3:30PM and then for 30 minutes after the meeting to answer questions.

David Macrae has spent considerable time and effort in the following blog site for Casey Key residents to express their concerns for or against incorporation of Casey Key.

The following is a link to the Incorporation Blog site:

http://townofcaseykey.com/townblog/

Casey Key residents can register and then add comments to a given category.

They can submit reference material to be posted, such as charters ordinances and formal documents that will be posted as PDFs. Please send as PDFs. Please email them to David for posting.

The site is to capture pros and con views on each topic and is meant to be an information and opinion gather site.

The site is monitored and therefore no postings will be made that are mean spirited nor will span come through (hopefully). A straw poll will be taken as this proceeds.

Nick Herron, the Herron Group, RE/MAX Alliance Group will keep you posted as to how Casey Key decides what they want to do about incorporation. If you would like any information on Casey Key please call Nick at 941.350.5035.

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CASEY KEY BROKER TOUR MARCH 19th 4 p.m. - 7p.m.

We are having our Spring Broker tour of CASEY KEY listings. We will have a large tour of 19 properties available to view. This is open to the public as well and residents of Casey Key. The following properties will be open.

1 443 N. Casey Key Rd. $ 1,995,000
2 13 N. Casey Key Rd. $ 3,500,000
3 4000 Casey Key Rd. $ 1,595,000
4 3820 Cutlass Bayou $ 1,999,000
5 3716 Sandspur Ln. $ 1,000,000
6 3744 Sandspur Ln. $ 2,159,000
7 3206 Casey Key Rd. $ 4,595,000
8 3000 Casey Key Rd. $12,500,000
9 2880 Casey Key Rd. $ 3,689,000
10 1608 Casey Key Rd. $ 2,900,000
11 1215 Casey Key Rd. $ 3,999,000
12 1060 Gulf Winds Way $ 1,499,000
13 1000 Gulf Winds Way $ 1,595,000
14 911 Casey Cove Dr. $ 1,400,000
15 927 Casey Cove Dr. $ 4,900,000
16 929 Casey Cove Dr. $2,900,000
17 405 Casey Key Rd. $ 1,899,000
18 502 S. Casey Key Rd. $ 2,489,000
19 615 S. Casey Key Rd. $ 4,500,000


Several of the different Brokers and agents are taking part in this Spring Broker Tour. The Herron Group, Nick Herron and Kathleen Herron with RE/MAX Alliance Group, Tak Konstantinou with Michael Saunders & Company, Schemmel Property Group with Signature Sotheby’s International Realty, Gabricle Charity & Rudi Weiss with Charity & Weiss International Realty LLC, Barbara Deighton Haupt, Deborah Beacham with Michael Saunders & Company, Maggie Hutter & Jo Rutstein with Signature Sotheby’s International Realty, Michael Moulton & Annette Rogers with Michael Saunders & Company, Linda Dickinson with Michael Saunders & Company, Beverly Weltzien with Michael Saunders & Company, Monica Slater with Michael Saunders & Company, The Hedge Team with Signature Sotheby’s International Realty, Mary Evelyn Miley with Michael Saunders & Company, and Mark P. Riley with Mark P. Riley International Inc.


We are expecting a good turn out for this Casey Key Spring Broker Tour.
Wine and Hors d. oeuvres will be served at each listing!


If you can’t make it to the Casey Key Tour the Herron Group Nick Herron & Kathleen Herron would be glad to show you any of the properties listed on Sarasota’s Barrier Island Casey Key. 941.350.5035.
Beach, Bay or Back Nine…Live the Dream

Music, Fun, & Sun in Osprey this Weekend

Do you have small town, country roots? Are you ready for some old Florida fun in Casey Key’s back yard? This weekend, Oscar Scherer State Park is hosting the sixth annual Sarasota Folk Festival. This Florida state park is just about a mile from Casey Key Road’s exit off the Key at Blackburn Point Road, between Sarasota and Venice near Osprey on Route 41. The event is sponsored by the Sarasota Folk Club, and the theme this year is “Go Green!” Local and state musicians, eco-friendly vendors, and plenty of food and warm sunshine promise to make this a day to remember, especially if folk music floats your boat. The music—mostly acoustic folk music—will include bluegrass, blues, jazz, country, pop, and Irish. The music starts Saturday March 14th at 11:00, with a dinner break at 5 p.m. and the evening concert starting back up at 6 p.m. Over 30 musical acts will perform over the weekend. Tickets are available at the gate (cash or local check only) and range from $30 for the whole weekend, $15 for Saturday night (includes Sunday), or $10 for Sunday only. (Hint: bring a flashlight and your own chair to ensure your comfort!)

Sarasota and the barrier islands around here are known for music, the arts, theater, and simply a wonderful variety of things to do. And our reputation is global—the upcoming Sarasota Film Festival brings visitors and celebrities from around the world. Watch for more details on this fabulous event March 27 – April 5.

So whether you’re the stay-at-home type who prefers long, quiet beach walks; the get-out-and-dance type who would feel at home swaying to blues and acoustic music under the stars; or the theatrical type who prefers to mingle with renowned filmmakers—our hometown of Sarasota, Florida has something for everyone.

To make this your hometown, or simply to buy or sell your Sarasota real estate, call 800-789-6580 or email Nick Herron or Kathleen Herron with The Herron Group, RE/MAX Alliance Group. We have many lovely, luxury properties including several with the famed beach-to-bay access on Casey Key. We can show you anything from Longboat Key, Siesta Key, Lido Key, and any of the lovely golf course homes in Sarasota, Osprey, Nokomis, Venice, and more.

Beach, Bay or Back Nine...Live the Dream

Let the Sun Shine In!

Florida sunshine…now that’s something we’d like to wrap up in a box and send to our northern, wintry friends. There’s no hint of “seasonal affect disorder” around here…even on a cold day you can usually work on a tan, and we don’t have that many cold days. It’s no wonder Florida is known as the Sunshine State! Wouldn’t you like to bottle up those rays?

Wait a second…that’s what solar energy is all about—harnessing the power of the sun, that fierce ball of flame perched at just the right distance from our small planet to keep us in a delicate balance of life. And right here in our backyard, we’ve just learned of a planned solar energy project that may be the country’s largest. According to a recent Biz941 daily news bulletin:

“The Gulf Coast Community Foundation of Venice announced yesterday that it is pursuing a partnership with a major power company to create a $350-million solar project on 300 acres that it owns within the city of Venice, east of I-75 off Laurel Road. The facility could produce at least 40 megawatts of clean, renewable electricity, or enough to power 4,800 homes, making it the country's largest solar project. Groundbreaking is expected sometime in 2009.”

By the way, if you aren’t from around here, Venice is a small city just to the south and inland of Casey Key. Known as the “Shark’s Tooth Capital of the World,” it hosts an annual Shark’s Tooth festival to celebrate the abundance of fossilized shark’s teeth that can be found on its beaches. When the grandchildren come to town, take them to the “shark’s tooth beach” to hunt for those tiny, black teeth…when you get there, ask around for tips on how to find them. You’ll see beachcombers with strainers and even spaghetti colanders sifting through the sands. By the way, Venice isn’t the only beach with shark’s teeth…Casey Key’s beaches also are known for excellent shark tooth finds. But don’t worry—we rarely see sharks. These are prehistoric teeth.

So back to sunshine—we’re excited about the developments in solar energy. Many homeowners are already capturing the sun through passive pool heating systems, solar landscaping lights, and other passive solar technologies.

Let Nick Herron and Kathleen Herron of The Herron Group, RE/MAX Alliance Group help you find your place in the sun—right here in Casey Key, Florida, one of Sarasota’s beautiful barrier islands. Casey Key is home to some of the most beautiful beach-to-bay properties in the nation, where your backyard dock stretches out into the bay and your front yard extends to your own sandy beach right on the Gulf of Mexico. Sunrise on the bay, sunset on the beach, and plenty of solar energy to fuel your winter desire for warmth and light. Also featuring properties in Venice, Nokomis, Sarasota, Lido Key, Longboat Key, and Siesta Key.
Featured Venice properties:

811 The Esplanade, Venice, FL #708 Reduced: $1,599,000
Beleza on Venice Beach...the newest luxury condo with fantastic Gulf, bay & city views. Marble floors, granite counters, jetted tub, expansive terraces and private elevator. Fitness room, pool & spa.

158 Montelluna Drive, Venice, FLReduced: $447,000Views of second hole from salt waterfall lagoon pool and spa at this wonderful golf course home. Great outdoor living on the lovely enlarged Lanai and a fire pit. So many upgrades: lighted tray ceiling, Herringbone wood floors & large ceramic tile on the diagonal, surround sound, granite kitchen counters.

American Traditions—“The Rest of the Story”

“Stand by for news!” was the trademark call that Paul Harvey announced on his popular radio broadcasts. Here’s a nod to this treasured American icon, who passed away this weekend at age 90. Harvey worked for ABC Radio Networks for more than 50 years, telling tales of American living with that distinctive voice. Paul Harvey led a long, creative, productive life and his story is now woven into our history—an American tradition.

Another American tradition popping up all over town are Girl Scout Cookies! Heading onto Lido Key on the way to Longboat Key the other day, we turned right onto N. Adams Drive and there was a mom and daughter with a Girl Scout Cookie stand set up, selling to passers-by. We had to get several boxes of Thin Mints, partly because they taste so good and partly to promote old-fashioned hard work on the part of the Girl Scout selling her cookies.

Nothing says “American tradition” quite like baseball, and Sunday’s Grapefruit League game at Sarasota’s Ed Smith Stadium saw the Reds win over the Yankees 13-11. It was a bit windy for baseball, but a great day to be outside nonetheless. Spring training in Florida attracts all kinds of visitors, and local baseball fans get a chance to see their favorite players in our own backyard.

Beachcombing, looking for shells, spotting dolphins, or just relaxing in the sun and sand is another fine American tradition, at least around Sarasota’ s barrier islands. Casey Key’s quiet, residential beaches are the perfect place to enjoy nature’s finest—sunsets, morning walks, or quiet afternoons. In fact, beachcombing on Casey Key is perfect no matter the time of day.

Perhaps it’s time to start your own American tradition—investing in that waterfront home you’ve always dreamed about. Nick Herron and Kathleen Herron of The Herron Group, RE/MAX Alliance Group have created quite the tradition of excellence when it comes to matching up sellers with buyers—and buyers with the island home or golf course retreat that suits their style to perfection. Call Nick today at 800-789-6580 and schedule a tour of waterfront homes that will wow your senses…beach, bay, or back nine. The Herron Group, RE/MAX Alliance Group has several exquisite Casey Key homes to offer, and there’s never been a better time to buy.
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2108 Casey Key Road, Casey Key, FL

Reduced: $3,195,000
Cabana on the Gulf in Florida. Live in the existing house until you are ready to build your new Dream Home. Pre-cast concrete Seawall on Bay Side & Boat Dock. Marvelous waterfront location for a new Casey Key home.
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325 Casey Key Road, Casey Key, FL

Reduced: $1,599,000
You can own this exceptional beach front home and enjoy the spectacular sunset from your glass-walled family room or your private sandy beach. Adorable 2 bedroom beach cottage is ready to move in and offered as the lowest priced gulf front home on Casey Key. It could very well steal your heart.

Chronicles of the Wild Welshman – Exploring Casey Key with Nick & Kathleen Herron

Many people who call us asking for details about waterfront real estate either own a boat, plan to purchase a boat, or simply like the idea of their own private boat dock.

The Herron Group, RE/MAX Alliance Group has a wonderful way to show our clients waterfront real estate—from the water! We invite you to join us on our boat, the Wild Welshman, as a gorgeous way to spend the afternoon and a fun way to expose you to Sarasota’s barrier islands. The Wild Welshman has cruised these waters for years and loves a chance to get her 33 feet of fun out on the water.

Yesterday, the Wild Welshman made the trip along the coast between Blackburn Point Road at the north end of Casey Key and Stump Pass Marina in Englewood. Our guests enjoyed panoramic water views along this Intracoastal Waterway trip, and the weather was certainly agreeable—sun shining, 70 degrees, and lots to appreciate.

We chose to have dinner at the Stump Pass Grill on beautiful Lemon Bay. Stump Pass Marina is easy to reach by boat or car. It sits directly on the Intracoastal and has a lively old Florida feel including live music three days a week. If you can, time your visit to watch the sunset at Stump Pass. This just might be where they got that expression—“LIFE IS GOOD!”

By the end of the evening, our clients felt they had more reasons to consider a home on Casey Key, Florida. And all of us had the satisfaction that comes when business and pleasure are one and the same.

Casey Key featured listing:
2108 Casey Key Road – this great gulf-to-bay home site has a gulf-side cabana, 77 feet of pristine beachfront, 90 feet of pre-cast concrete seawall on the bay, plus a private dock. This is an excellent mid-key location among grand estates and some of the better boating water on prestigious Casey Key. Live in the existing, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home until you are ready to build a new, luxury dream home. There has never been a better time to buy! Offered at $3,195,000.

See it by boat—call 800-789-6580 or email Nick Herron or Kathleen Herron with The Herron Group, RE/MAX Alliance Group and we’ll board the Flying Welshman, our 33 foot mid-cabin express craft. We’ll tour the waters around Casey Key and see all of the waterfront real estate offered on this gorgeous barrier island near Sarasota and Nokomis.

Beach, bay, or back nine—The Herron Group can help you find your dream home on Casey Key, Siesta Key, Lido Key, St. Armands, Longboat Key, Sarasota, Nokomis, or Englewood. The Flying Welshman awaits…all aboard!

February is a great month to be on Casey Key

What do Gulfport, Pensacola, Baton Rouge, Galveston, Mobile, New Orleans, and Sarasota have in common in February?

It’s Mardi Gras time!

OK, naming Sarasota with those famous Mardi Gras cities is a bit of a stretch, but Michael’s On East is hosting the Goodwill Industries annual Fat Tuesday Street Party on Tuesday the 24th, the official Mardi Gras celebration date. Guests will enjoy real New Orleans cuisine, Dixieland music, and good times that benefit the Goodwill organization. Ticket price is $100; proceeds support job training and services for the disabled.

February is a great month to be on Casey Key. Our seasonal friends and neighbors can’t get enough of this “warmth,” while our local friends whose blood is thinning are only slightly complaining about the “chill.” It’s all relative, but it is warm here today while in Montreal, they’re experiencing a wintry mix and a high in the low 30s. We can’t complain, and taking our boat out on days like these is what makes Florida living so incredible.

Do you like seafood? Expand your horizons a bit and head north to the 27th annual Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival on February 21 and 22. Cortez Village is a mixture of past and present; this small village dates back to 1880 and perches on the northern shore of Sarasota Bay. This year’s festival theme is “stone crabs”—sounds delicious. Artisans, music, and food vendors make this festival the “catch of the day.”

Here’s another catch of the day—this incredible beach house on 502 S. Casey Key Road, Nokomis, FL. Imagine the perfect Key West style beach house with metal roof where you can entertain your friends right on Casey Key beach. Your eyes won’t believe the sweeping views of the Gulf of Mexico from this 100 ft. beach frontage. Built in 1994, the open floor plan features a great room with a cozy fireplace and offers four bedrooms and four and a half baths. From the loft you can view the gulf or watch the boats on the bay. Highlights include a kitchen with granite countertops, Sub Zero, and a dumbwaiter to the lower level. The master bath is appointed with fine marble. Car buffs will love the oversize four to six car garage, workshop, and a gorgeous paver driveway—add in plenty of storage space for toys. This gated, oceanfront compound is attractively fenced with a security system and sprinkler system. Price reduced to $2,489,000; MLS #A3896125.

See it by boat—call 800-789-6580 or email Nick Herron with The Herron Group, RE/MAX Alliance Group and we’ll plan an afternoon on the water. Join us in the Wild Welshman, our 33 foot mid-cabin express craft; she’s a vintage beauty full of wonderful memories of the waters around Casey Key, Siesta Key, Lido Key, Longboat Key and the greater Sarasota area. There’s no better way to see waterfront real estate around the barrier islands of Sarasota than wining and dining on the Intracoastal.

Beach, Bay, or Back Nine… Live the Dream—The Herron Group is your waterfront real estate connection.

Around town, in town, and at home on Casey Key

Around town…
The Sarasota Building Industry Association and the Home Builders Association of Manatee County have joined together to present their annual Parade of Homes for Sarasota and Manatee Counties. This year’s parade begins Saturday, Feb. 21 and proceeds through March 8. Admission is free and anyone can visit the 56 new model homes, 4 remodeled homes, and 11 new communities on the home tour. Visiting model homes is a refreshing way to see the latest design ideas, new green building practices, and creative inspiration for decorating.

In town…
Meanwhile, discussions are flying among Casey Key residents about whether this beautiful, eight-mile stretch of beach-to-bay bliss will become a city of its own. State legislators have agreed to introduce a bill that would allow Casey Key’s voters—563 of them—to hold a referendum to decide if cityhood is in its future. The pros and cons were tossed about during a recent fire station meeting held to debate the incorporation issue, with some saying they needed more control over police protection and building regulations, while others argued that the incorporation efforts were designed to discourage outsiders from coming onto this residential island. Time will tell!

At home…on Casey Key
If swimming keeps your waistline slim and trim, we’re offering a beautiful home on the north end of Casey Key—and it’s the place of your dreams. Perched on the Gulf near Blackburn Point Bridge, the home features two swimming pools. One pool has an unbeatable view of the ocean—just imagine yourself sipping iced concoctions with friends while the sun dips below the blazing horizon at sundown. Next morning, start your day right in the lap spa pool, each invigorating stroke breathing new energy into the core of your being. The property also offers two other buildings for garages, artist studio, or workshop. The home is located at 13 N. Casey Key, and if you are seeking a waterfront home and an active lifestyle, this property is calling your name!
Priced reduced to $3,500,000.

Call 800-789-6580 or email Nick Herron with The Herron Group, RE/MAX Alliance Group for more information about this incredible Casey Key home. Nick and Kathleen Herron are your experts for specialized, luxury island and waterfront real estate in Casey Key, Siesta Key, Lido Key, Longboat Key, and throughout the Sarasota area. Whether you prefer the beach, bay, or back nine, The Herron Group is your top resource. Can’t wait to talk more—give us a call today.

SUNRISE or SUNSET the VERY BEST of CASEY KEY

As you have that first cup of coffee and start to wake-up from your Bay Front or Gulf to Bay home your experience begins. The sun will start to rise over the Bay water front. If you are lucky you may see some fishermen’s boats heading down the intercostals water-way toward the jetties to get out to the Gulf to fish. And if you’re real lucky you may see some dolphin and birds feeding with the beautiful sky & morning sun in the back ground.

Now on the other side of Casey Key Road on this beautiful barrier island we have the other half of the Gulf to Bay property or Gulf front property and it is getting time for sunset. It is time to grab your favorite beverage and make your way down on to the Casey Key beach. Every one of us watching as the sunsets into the water maybe a sailboat will pass in front of the setting sun to add something special tonight. We are thinking maybe tonight we will see that green flash as a bonus to a beautiful light show of the sun setting. (Each night is different & special, never to be duplicated.)

I think that I may like the twilight time the best. Twilight comes right after the sun sinks into the Gulf off the coast of Casey Key and all of a sudden the clouds start to light up with different colors starting where the sun set and then going all the way around. You look back over Casey Key and see more beautiful color over the Bay. The winter time with cooler temperatures seams to produce even more vivid colors. It is like one wonderful dream.

Like our trade mark says: Beach, Bay or Back Nine… Live the Dream. The Herron Group would be glad to help you find your Dream if it is Bay Front, Gulf Front, or a Gulf to Bay home on Casey Key. E-mail Nick Herron or Kathleen Herron with the Herron Group part of the RE/MAX Alliance Group.

Get Fit and Have Fun on Nokomis Beach – Friday, Feb. 6, 2009

Every New Year, don’t we all decide to get a little more fit? We want to improve our diets, go for more walks, and take better care of ourselves. Well, here it is—February already—so let’s not lose our momentum. Here’s something simple we can do—walk on the beach. Why not do it together?

As part of the Step Up Sarasota initiative, come out and enjoy the Nokomis Beach Sunset Walk with your friends and neighbors from Casey Key, Nokomis, Osprey, Venice, and the greater Sarasota area. Enroll in the “Start Your Heart” walking program and receive a pedometer. Refreshments, prizes, and awards are provided. This event is open to all ages, and pre-registration is requested. See http://www.parksonline.scgov.net/ or call 486-2595 to register.

If you’re new to town, here’s a great way to meet friends. If you’re visiting, here’s a way to work in a little exercise with your vacation.

And if you’re looking for real estate in the Casey Key, Nokomis, Osprey, Venice, and Sarasota areas, call 800-789-6580 or email Nick Herron with The Herron Group, RE/MAX Alliance Group for more information. Nick Herron is your source for Casey Key real estate, waterfront homes, and golf course living.

On your mark, get set…GO!

325 Casey Key Road Nokomis, Florida

The Herron Group with RE/MAX Alliance Group just re-listed 325 Casey Key Road Nokomis, Florida. This is the lowest priced Gulf Front home on Casey Key…it could very well steal your heart away. It is being offered at $1,599,000 with prices on the key going up to $18,500,000 for a Gulf to Bay property at the North end of Casey Key.

Casey Key is Sarasota’s most prestigious barrier island and home to the area’s most exclusive properties.

You can own this exceptional beachcomber’s haven and enjoy the spectacular sunsets from your glass walled family room or your very own private powdery white sandy beach. The panoramic water views are fantastic and unbelievable.

This is truly “Old Florida Charm” beach cottage built in 1947 and it still has the Pecky Cypress wood ceilings. Most of the homes that were built on Casey Key in the 30’s, 40’s and early 50’s were built with a lot of Pecky Cypress. An old neighbor of mine up at the North End of Casey Key who had an older home with Pecky Cypress told me it allowed the home to breath. Back then there wasn’t any air conditioning or central heating. You had a fireplace or two and most of the older homes were closed up over the summer months. Yet when the owners returned in the fall the homes were fine with no signs of mold or mildew.

On the humorous side I thought he was referring to the appearance of the wood which is holey and grooved as to why it helped the house breath. It probably didn’t hurt.

If you would like more information on Casey Key water front real estate please contact the Herron Group at 941-350-5035 or e-mail Nick Herron.

Casey Key by the Numbers

The saying goes that the only thing that doesn’t change is change itself. That’s mostly true, except perhaps for Casey Key.

The face of Florida’s west coast barrier islands has changed radically over the last 50 years. Old timers recall simpler times on the keys, when agriculture was about the only thing to be found east of Sarasota. As the secret got out, we’ve seen an influx of business, industry, and year-round residents. During recent peak development years, Siesta Key, Lido Key, and Longboat Key have seen a literal rise in condominiums, hotels, and restaurants. Things have slowed since the recent recession, but buildings are here to stay.

Sure, Casey Key has changed, too. There was a time when young people could light a bonfire on the beach and no one would care. But Casey Key has withstood many of the changes faced by our island neighbors. Drive down our eight miles of peaceful neighborhood streets and you won’t find the crowded hotels, busy restaurants, and sunburned tourists that love our mild Florida winters and pristine beaches. Our small piece of paradise is just that—small. And unspoiled. Numbers tell a story, so here’s a look at Casey Key by the numbers:*

8. Casey Key is just eight miles long. That will never change, give or take a few sand bars.

300. Casey Key is just 300 yards wide. We’re one of the rarest places on earth where your home property can stretch from bay to beach.

563. There are 563 registered voters on our island. We mix celebrity homeowners like Stephen King and Martina Navratilova with old-fashioned, regular folks who’ve achieved their dreams.

411. We have 411 single-family homes here. Breathtaking, most of them. Waterfront designer beauties. And outstanding golf courses are just minutes away.

1. One phone call is all it takes to find your new home on or near Casey Key. Call 800-789-6580 or email Nick Herron with The Herron Group, RE/MAX Alliance Group for more information on Casey Key real estate, waterfront homes, and golf course living.

*Source of numbers: Herald Tribune article, January 25, 2009.

At the North Entrance to Casey Key is The Villas at Bellagio Harbor Village off Blackburn Point Road at 14021 Bellagio Way #303

Before you cross the swing bridge onto Casey Key on the North side of Blackburn Point Road is the Bellagio. It is a wonderful water front boater’s condo community for you and your boat with water views across the Bay to the North end of Casey Key.

This condo unit has a great floor plan there are three bedroom, three and a half baths, Den or office with wood floors, large tile throughout main living area, large tiled terrace with views of Bay and Casey Key, and the lovely pool. Out the back of the unit you have views of the boat basin, docks, and marina. Private elevator opens to your own lobby. The unit has two car garage parking and storage. This unit has over $70,000 in upgrades.

This is Not a Short Sale, but is being sold below what they paid for it new in 2006. They paid $1,046,000 plus have added fans, lights, and crown molding, tile on the terrace, and window treatments. They are also including their dry boat slip rackominium (Casey 12) 36 ft. long, 11 ft. wide, and 15 ft high, which they paid $69,000. All this is now priced for only $849,000. Not a Short Sale…just one incredible water front deal! View virtual tour:http://srqvm2.com/14021bellagio303/slide.html

Outstanding water front community amenities for you and your boat including large swimming pool and spa, exercise room, marina, fuel and boat store, boat docks, rackominium and a great restaurant and bar on premise.

You can e-mail Nick Herron with The Herron Group, RE/MAX Alliance Group for more information on water front condos and homes.

Just Sold By The Herron Group Bay Front Nokomis Across From Casey Key

This had been a short sale (the owner owed the bank more than the sale price a lot more). I had put an offer in on the property for my client as a back –up to the lower first offer the seller had gotten. After four months of hearing nothing from the Bank. The Bank takes the first offer with out countering it or even notifying us. The first buyer contracts with another buyer who calls us. We were able to assume this second contract and close in a week at not much more than my client’s original offer to the Bank.

I am seeing more and more short sales and foreclosures in the higher end Water Front Properties and Golf Course & Country Club communities. In my eighteen years of selling luxury real estate on Florida’s West Coast I have never experience so many distressed property sales.
This property had 250 feet of sea wall, sailboat water, and two boat docks. The windows had all been replaced with hurricane impact glass, stuccoed, and a new metal roof. It was in very good condition for a short sale property.

A lot of the Short Sale properties have really been damaged by their owners. They have taken the appliances, even the built-ins. Some have taken the sinks and the toilets. Several that I have shown have holes in drywall and doors. Swimming pools are black from being turned off for long period of time. All of these Short Sale and Foreclosure properties are being sold in AS/IS condition. So if you do decide to buy one of these properties. Make sure you get home inspections done immediately and your contract is contingent on the inspections. When buying these Short Sales it is going back to Buyer Be Ware, nothing is warranted.

You can e-mail Nick Herron if you would like more information on Short Sales and Foreclosures.

Casey Key Update

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