Englewood is a calm, picturesque community shared by both Sarasota and Charlotte counties. Our community is home to beautiful beaches, hidden islands, natural parks, cultural events and more. There’s always something to do in this unique waterfront area. Few buildings reach a maximum height of three or four stories, making for a serene, undisturbed atmosphere for families and friends to create lasting memories.
With multiple public and private options available for elementary and middle school, Englewood is one of the finest places in Florida to raise your young ones and ensure they receive a quality education. The schools in Englewood are consistently ranked among the finest and most high-scoring schools in Florida. Options include Englewood Elementary School, Myakka River Elementary School, LA Ainger Middle School, SKY Academy Englewood, Vineland Elementary, and Lemon Bay High School.
Manasota Key, perhaps Englewood’s most prominent barrier island, is a peaceful 7-mile stretch of pristine, natural beaches, including Englewood Beach, Manasota Beach, Stump Pass Beach and Blind Pass Beach. Driving through the key’s long, winding roads will lead you along a quaint path of 1950s-style beach homes and unspoiled mangroves. The key provides a breathtaking view of the Gulf of Mexico. Each of Englewood’s beaches has its own space and atmosphere, ensuring that no matter who you are, there’s a place here for you.
Englewood Beach is the area’s most developed and well-known beach, with a boardwalk, picnic tables, a playground, BBQ grills, restrooms and changing facilities. Restaurants, tourist shops and shopping destinations are all close by. Just a couple miles south of Englewood Beach is Stump Pass Beach, a scenic marvel that is part of Florida’s state park system. North of Englewood Beach is Blind Pass Beach. Also known as Middle Beach, the area is replete with nature trails, mangroves and sand dunes. The northernmost beach in Englewood is Sarasota County’s Manasota Beach. Popular for its tranquil environment, it is the only public beach in Englewood with a lifeguard.
Englewood Beach Waterfest is Southwest Florida’s premier celebration of everything water. Featuring paddleboat races, powerboat races, marine education exhibits, and a wide assortment of food and beverage vendors from across the area, the Waterfest is something that everybody in our community looks forward to. Manasota Key Realty is a proud sponsor of the annual event, which this year is scheduled to take place from November 23rd-24th. Visit https://englewoodbeachwaterfest.com/ today to learn more!
Englewood is also home to multiple local and state parks. From Ann Denver Memorial Regional Park to Lemon Bay Park, Cedar Point Environmental Park and beyond, our parks offer a wide array of recreational activities like canoeing, kayaking, fishing, nature preserves, environmental centers and more. Simply put, Englewood is home to some of Florida’s most vibrant, cozy, and serene communities. Call Manasota Key Realty today to inquire about our listings! Whether you want to visit for a weekend or move here for years, we’re here to help.
