Of all regional housing markets in Florida, Southwest Florida is one of the most satisfying for all parties involved. The area is one of the most charming in the Sunshine State, and we don’t have to look too hard to find those iconic elements of Florida right in our backyard. Case in point: The Village of Cortez in coastal Manatee County; specifically the Cove Sound Yacht Club and its exclusive collection of Key West style homes, one of which we recently closed.
Cortez is a tiny village that is rich with Florida history. It has served as the ideal backdrop for Hollywood filmmakers wishing to portray the quintessential Florida ambiance in movies like Great Expectations, Out of Time and Palmetto. The fishing legacy of Cortez accounted for its long-running prosperity and quality of life, although the town’s main industry these days is real estate and tourism.
The Village of Cortez is located at the westernmost tip of Manatee County. It is the last piece of mainland Florida you pass on the way to Bradenton Beach and the barrier islands of Anna Maria and Longboat Key. Cortez encompasses all the natural beauty of the Florida Gulf Coast in just five square miles, and its real estate reflects the efforts by developers to preserve nature and to make the village attractive to those looking for exclusive homes.
In the case of the home recently purchased in the Cove Sound Yacht Club, its open floor plan allows residents to enjoy the sweeping water vistas from many angles. This home in particular features four bedrooms, three full bathrooms and a guest restroom, and it was designed by renowned architect Emily Anne Smith in her distinctive Key West style that combines Mediterranean sensibilities with Caribbean touches and a dash of southern mansion elegance.
The homes at Cove Sound would not be out of place among the most upscale neighborhoods in Key West, but they are often listed at prices that are much more affordable. The property in question boasts 3,124 square feet of living space, but there are even more grandiose estates available within the Cove Sound Yacht Club.
The neighborhood is a boater’s paradise. Located right on the Intracoastal Waterway at marker 50, Cove Sound is an enclosed harbor that offers maximum protection against hurricanes. Many homes have their own boat slip, and the marina offers additional moorings with lengths up to 50 feet. Most homes have private swimming pools, the marina has a tennis court, and the Village of Cortez is ripe for exploring by foot, bike or canoe. A few shops, restaurants and art galleries are within walking distance, but the City of Bradenton and all its suburban comforts are just a short drive away.
If you are interested in the Homes or Condos for Sale in Cortez Florida feel free to contact me. I also sell Real Estate in all of Manatee and Sarasota County.
