Anna Maria Island is a friendly barrier island located in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The island residents are proud of their unique island charm and the relaxed style of ‘island time’. The island was originally used as a hunting and fishing ground for the original Timucan and Caloosan American Indian tribes. … » Learn More about Anna Maria Island

Bayshore Gardens is a 3,200-acre area situated in on the eastern shore of Sarasota Bay in south Manatee County. Bayshore Gardens was specifically designed around a strong sense of community featuring Mid Century Modern architecture. Sydney R Newman purchased the land that was to become Bayshore Gardens in 1955 and Civil Engineer Freeman Horton platted … » Learn More about Bayshore Gardens

Bradenton ‘The Friendly City’ is located on the south bank of the mouth of the Manatee River separated from the barrier island of Anna Maria by the Intracoastal Waterway. Ideally located within easy reach of the Gulf beaches and its neighbor cities. Shaw’s Point near Bradenton was discovered by Hernando DeSoto in1539. The first town … » Learn More about Bradenton