Nestled along the coast in Sarasota County, Osprey is a quaint town located just below the southern part Sarasota. There is a diverse selection of homes in Osprey FL real estate from multi-million dollar homes along the Intracoastal Waterway to townhomes, condos and single-family homes.
Learn About Osprey FL Real Estate and Sarasota Lifestyle
There is no shortage of outdoor recreation within Osprey FL real estate. Osprey is also home to Oscar Scherer State Park where you’ll find opportunities for hiking, bicycling, and wildlife viewing.The Scherer Thaxton Preserve is also another great area for wildlife adventures. It is one of the few protected areas for maintaining native wildlife. South Creek is a a blackwater stream that flows to the Gulf of Mexico and is a popular place for canoeing and kayaking.
Osprey is a town full of rich history and culture. Notable landmarks include the Historic Spanish Point. This is a 30-acre museum and environmental complex. Residents can check out the prehistoric shell mound, a pioneer homestead museum, citrus packing house, boatyard, gardens and nature trails. The Blackburb Point Bridge is also listed on the National Register of Historic Place. This is the one-lane bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway. Osprey FL real estate is surrounded by traditions.
For shopping, there are several areas including the Osprey Village shops, Blackburn Point Plaza and The Shops at Casey Key (formerly Southbay Shopping Center).Most of the shopping in Osprey is on Tamiami Trail or the US 41. Several of the local restaurants are on “the Trail.”
Like most of Sarasota, Osprey FL real estate is also near some of the most pristine white, sandy beaches in the area. These private beaches are located on Casey Key. Nokomis Beach features 22-acres of beach. 1,700 feet is on the Gulf and 3,200 feet is on the Intracoastal. Residents can enjoy picnic shelters, a concession stand, dune walkovers, boat ramp, boardwalk and a deck. The North Jetty Beach Park is one of the best places for surfing. It also is a great place for picnics, fishing, playing on the volleyball courts or horseshoe courts and just hanging out. Osprey FL real estate is the epitome of the laid back beach lifestyle.
Residents can even enjoy a plethora of dining options in town. There are waterfront restaurants, quick stops, and ethnic varieties. The Blackburn Point Plaza features Scrambles and Frankie’s Pizza. Other foodie spots include Bologna Cafe, Mad Moe’s Sports Pub & Grill, M&D Restaurant and Morgan’s in the Bentley Resort Hotel. Upscale dining can be found at Spanish Pointe Pub & Marina, Casey Key Fish House and Bimini Bar & Grill. Taimami Trail features a bunch of eateries and pubs as well.
Osprey offers it all. If you would like to live in this lovely town, please reach out to Lee Brewer for open houses or more information. Find your beach dream home today!
Published on 2015-10-07 10:52:24
