Most people know Siesta Key as the Florida barrier island that boasts the world’s most dazzling beach sands. Not many house hunters venture into the hidden neighborhoods of Siesta Key, where great real estate deals, such as those offered by the listings at Riegels Landing, can be found.

Riegels Landing in Siesta Key is an upscale neighborhood located on the eastern shore of Siesta Key, overlooking South Sarasota and Phillippi Creek. For home buyers looking for a quiet and private place to call home in Southwest Florida, Riegels Landing is an excellent option. This community caters specially to boaters who like to keep their craft close to home; after all, this neighborhood used to be the site of a marina.

There are 29 single-family residences at Riegels Landing, and 22 of them have their own deep water dock access, which means that many neighbors like to keep their yachts here. Most waterfront neighborhoods in Siesta Key are surrounded by shallow waterways; this is not the case with Riegels Landing, where boaters can keep their yachts right on the Intracoastal Waterway.

House hunters who truly value privacy and solitude will definitely enjoy Riegels Landing. This gated neighborhood is secluded by vegetation and a harbor. All properties here sit on spacious lots, and some can even be negotiated for under a million dollars; case in point: a three-bedroom and two-bathroom home built on a 7,875 square feet lot was recently listed for $779K.

Another advantage to life at Riegels Landing is the natural protection this neighborhood enjoys against tropical storms and hurricanes. Aside from boating, fishing and spending time at nearby Crescent Beach are two popular activities enjoyed by neighbors. Although basic conveniences such as shops, restaurants and pubs can be found on the island, Riegels Landing residents are known to drive across the Stickney Point bridge to nearby South Sarasota for shopping and entertainment.