8 miles of the worlds finest, whitest sand stretch out in front of the sparkling gulf at America’s #1 beach, Siesta Key. Ranked by Dr. Beach and TripAdvisor, this gem of a beach is a tropical paradise.
You’ll hear the sand described as sugar sand, soft and plushy, never getting hot, even on Florida’s steamiest days. That’s because this gorgeous sand is made up of 99% pure crushed quartz.
Beyond the sand, the beach is 200-300 feet wide in some places, which means that even though it’s popular, there’s lots of room to spread out. And that’s just what beachgoers do, whether they are swimming in the torquiose water, playing frisbee or catching rays, it’s always a good time at Siesta Key.
This beautiful beach is on a barrier island on the Gulf of Mexico, located just south of Downtown Sarasota. Most days, the water is calm and shallow, which is perfect for swimming. You won’t have sharp drop-offs so kids and adults alike can swim happily. Plus. The beach has natural dunes too!
Kids will love building sand castles in the sugar fine sand. But it’s not just kids who love creating masterpieces at Siesta Key. Each year, the beach holds the Siesta Key Crystal Classic, an international sand sculpting competition. People come from all over the compete, and to admire the beautiful pieces of work.
Unlike most beaches, Siesta Key features a lot of (free) parking, along with a free trolley service to and from the island’s downtown. The adorable downtown features a plethora of dinging and shopping options, plus frequently hosts festivals, including dining and art shows.
So, what’s better than vacationing at America’s best beach? Living there! At Newby Management, we are proud to have beautiful communities in the Sarasota area. Many of our communities feature new 2017 manufactured homes, along with state-of-the-art amenities and friendly residents. Plus, you can’t beat our year-round beautiful weather and nearby attractions, like Siesta Key.
Learn more about our Sarasota-based communities:
North River Estates, Bradenton
Country Lakes Villages, Palmetto
Fiesta Grove RV Resort, Palmetto