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Baby Boomers are Landing in Sarasota
It happens every year as sure as the change of the seasons: Folks from the North and even into Canada travel south to find a warm, mild climate to spend the winter. The name given to those who happily engage in this annual practice: Snowbirds.
Snowbirds are typically established professionals or retired people who want to enjoy a change of scenery and a slower pace for winter. There'll be no worries about keeping the furnace hot or digging the car out of the snow when you decide to bask in beautiful Sarasota.
Just how welcoming is Sarasota? Its winter temperatures run from about 51 degrees at night to 70 or so during the day. Air conditioning is ubiquitous throughout Florida, so virtually any place you plan to spend your time will also be equipped with central heating.
It should come as no surprise some people decide to finally settle down here. In recent years, Baby Boomers have flocked to Florida like never before!
Sarasota Has the Most to Offer in Senior Living
When it comes to easy living, Florida's retirement scene is almost as well-known as its beaches. Florida has been a retirement destination for decades and has developed amazing amenities to match.
It offers world-class cuisine, golfing, water sports, and more. Some of the nation's leading hospitals are also found here, making it easy for elders to access the care they can count on. When family comes in to visit, there are outstanding airports to choose from--and even rail travel.
Florida is far and away the best when it comes to communities focused on senior living. Due to a convenient location, climate, weather, and gorgeous surroundings, Sarasota has attracted an enviable share of developments with the snowbird and retirement lifestyle in mind.
Some include:
- Esplanade at Lakewood Ranch, 12825 Malachite Drive, Sarasota
A gated enclave featuring 1250 single family homes and detached villas, Esplanade at Lakewood Ranch is beloved for resort-style accommodations. From the 18-hole championship golf course to the Amenity Center packed with activities and gathering places, its features are second to none. - VillageWalk of Sarasota, 8109 Camminare Drive, Sarasota
VillageWalk has an array of more than 1,700 residences over 516 lush acres. Residents can choose luxury single family homes, patio homes, and townhomes with maintained lawns. Bridges and lakes liven up many miles of walking paths and lead to the tennis courts and pool of the Town Center. - The Isles on Palmer Ranch, 5901 Benevento Drive, Sarasota
This lakefront master-planned community is integrated into a wondrous landscape of lakes and nature preserves. Tennis, bocce ball, basketball, a pool, and more are available. It is maintained by a full on-site staff including an activities director who works to provide fun, friendly events. - Cascades at Sarasota, 4450 Royal Cascades Way, Sarasota, FL
A secured and gated community north of University Parkway, the Cascades at Sarasota helps residents stay active and feel their best. It boasts a complete spa and exercise facility, tennis courts, and pool, as well as nine ball courts. Activities and classes are scheduled on a regular basis, too. - LakeRidge Falls, 4200 Lakeridge Blvd, Sarasota, FL
This active adult community offers a wide range of social gatherings including an art league and all-day getaways to the famous Immokalee Casino. There's always something being added or renovated, so the fun never stops. The 399 homes sit on 170 acres with no less than 16 lakes – ducks included.
To discover Sarasota homes for sale, contact Wagner Realty. Our REALTORS® look forward to helping you find your Florida home.
