The many real estate wonders of Siesta Key can seem a bit overwhelming to a first-time home buyer. Deciding between an imposing high-rise condominium tower that sits right on the beach and a more subtle mid-rise complex overlooking the Sarasota Bay can be a difficult choice.

Thanks to the strategic location of the Turtle Bay Condos in Siesta Key, the beaches on the gulf side and the natural wonders of the Little Sarasota Bay are just steps away. Construction of Turtle Bay was finished in the early 1980s at a time when developers were beginning to explore the potential of the southern tip of Siesta Key. Unlike its famous cousin to the north, Turtle Beach is not such a popular attraction for tourists. Turtle Beach is far more inviting to families who wish to commune with nature and spend a quiet day at the beach.

There are 82 units at Turtle Bay. The average size of a two-bedroom and two-bathroom floor plan is around 1,400 square feet. Prices range from the mid $300Ks to the mid $500Ks. The views from the units facing the gulf side are striking: cerulean skies and blue waters. The views from the bay side are a mixture of Florida vegetation, ocean canals and the Sarasota Bay. Residents can walk to the exclusive beach area and pick up colorful seashells, or they can walk to the bay side and fish right from the shore.

The amenities at Turtle Bay begin with a heated swimming pool and spa, lighted tennis courts, a clubhouse, and a meeting room for social activities. Boaters and fishing enthusiasts have access to boat docks and a fishing pier. The lush landscaping around the residential complex is arranged into inviting paths and shaded rest areas with park benches.

The Turtle Bay lifestyle may be serene, but is far from being isolated. Two lively restaurants and a pub are located within walking distance, and Sarasota is just minutes away by car.