Longboat Key, the most desired of Sarasota's luxurious offshore islands, offers a range of lifestyles from posh "south end" formal communities to Old Florida, north Longboat neighborhoods.

You won't find busy shopping malls here, but quaint shops. Informal to exquisite dining and a full range of services are all designed for discriminating visitors.

Nearby Sarasota is Florida's capital of the arts, highlighted by its crown jewels the renowned Asolo Theatre and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

In addition, there's plenty of shopping and fine restaurants downtown and on neighboring St. Armands.

Longboat Key is between Sarasota and Manatee counties making you close to many beaches and just a 2 hour drive to Orlando and all of its attractions.