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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