ABOUT Charlotte COUNTY:
CHARLOTTE COUNTY:
Charlotte County is located on the West Coast of Florida, also known as the “Gulf Coast”. It sits between Sarasota and Fort Myers,
the Charlotte County area is home to a laid back lifestyle with, pristine protected waterways, beaches, and beautiful sunsets.
Charlotte County is the place to be if you are seeking a truly natural escape. This area is known for its varied conservation and
recreational activities. Charlotte County has exceptional beaches, fishing, bird watching, biking, hiking, canoeing or just pure
relaxation.
The abundance of waterways in Charlotte County is what attracts many people. In the past few years prices have been sky rocketing
in Charlotte County. Some prices have recently come down creating a buying opportunity. If you are looking to own a piece of real
estate in Florida to use now or for a future home or investment use, you can’t go wrong with Charlotte County.
The Peace River flows into Charlotte Harbor, which then connects to the Gulf of Mexico. Charlotte County has massive room for real
estate growth and appreciation. Many homes have been completed and are under construction in this area. It is close to shopping and
major roadways.
LIFESTYLES: The old Florida lifestyle of horse farms, cattle ranches, farms and citrus groves remains in the rural areas
of Charlotte County, only minutes from the heart of "civilization." Acreage is nestled around Shell Creek, Prairie Creek and, of
course, the Peace River and Charlotte Harbor.
Pleasant family communities and parks are scattered throughout the county. With excellent schools -- more than seventy percent of
Charlotte County Public Schools received an "A" grade from the Florida Department of Education -- the area takes pride in its youth
programs and educational system. Young families are beginning to discover that this is the place to live the ideal family life.
Many of the golfing communities, as well as retirement communities, located in Charlotte County are the envy of the state.
Manicured fairways and lawns blend with the natural environment of subtropical Florida.
Charlotte County continues to earn its reputation for subtropical living and vacationing at its finest.
CLIMATE: At up to 25 feet above sea level, Charlotte County enjoys a climate characterized as sub-tropic, where extremes
of temperature in both summer and winter are checked by the tempering influence of the Gulf of Mexico.
Enjoy warm temperatures year-round. Prevailing winds are an easterly average of 12-18 m.p.h. The annual average temperature is
73.9°. The average of the low month, January, is 63°; the average of the high month, August, is 82.8°. During the summer the
temperature is usually in the low 90s during the day and in the low 70s during the night.
Rainfall averages 52.55 inches a year, with approximately two-thirds occurring during June through September. These rains have a
cooling effect on the hot summer days.
POPULATION: The population of unincorporated Charlotte County is 140,425, in addition to the City of Punta Gorda with 17,111
residents. The total population is 157,536 with the annual county growth rate projected at 3%.
Seasonal population includes part-time inhabitants who may live for several months of the year in Charlotte County or the City of
Punta Gorda, but who have usual residences elsewhere. Population increases by an estimated 30% from January through April.
LOCATION: Charlotte County is on the Gulf Coast of southwest Florida, 50 miles south of Sarasota on U.S. Highway 41 (the
historic Tamiami Trail), and 24 miles north of Ft. Myers. Charlotte County is within easy access of both Orlando (125 miles) and
Miami (162 miles). Interstate Highway I-75 has six
interchanges in Charlotte County, exits 179 to 158
BEACHES: Over twelve miles of sandy Gulf beaches share the coastline with the mangrove forests of Charlotte Harbor.
GOLF: Choose from over sixteen magnificent courses throughout Charlotte County. Courses range from executive to championship
level, each with scenic vistas and spectacular landscapes.
ATTRACTIONS: Charlotte County features over 70 parks and recreational areas. Take a unique wildlife buggy tour through the
silent beauty of an untouched cypress swamp. Set sail on a small boat cruise. Camp out under the stars. Snorkel right off your
canoe in the Peace River. Ride a bicycle alongside real Bison at Babcock's Wilderness Adventure, or come face-to-face with a gopher
tortoise on an exhilarating hike through Cedar Point.
AIRPORTS:The area boasts four airports strategically located in well-populated areas for travel convenience: The Charlotte
County Airport, Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ), Southwest Florida International Airport, Ft. Myers, (RSW), and
Tampa International Airport (TIA).
Here are some popular links about Charlotte County:
http://www.charlotte-florida.com/Community/
http://www.charlottecountychamber.org
MYAKKA STATE FOREST
Myakka State Forest is located in the
south western portion of Sarasota County within the city limits of North Port. The forest was purchased in 1995 as part of the
Myakka Estuary Conservation and Recreation Lands (CARL) project using Preservation 2000 and Save Our Rivers funds. Using sound
ecosystem management, the Division of Forestry practices multiple-use in managing the forest resources which includes timber
management, outdoor recreation, wildlife management, and both ecological and hydrological restoration. the Southwest Water
Management District provided funding to purchase half of the state forest and is an important cooperator in the management of the
property, especially in regard to hydrological management.
Recreational opportunities on Myakka State Forest include camping, hiking, off-road bicycling, horseback riding, wildlife viewing
and small game hunting opportunities that include wild hogs (Visit MyFWC.com/hunting for information).
The streams on the forest provide a source for fishing, boating, canoeing and kayaking. Myakka State Forest contains 2 hiking
trails (North Loop and South Loop) that are included in the Florida Division of Forestry's Trailwalker Hiking Program, as well as
horse trails in the Trailtrotter Equestrian Program.
14210 LUXO AVE is approximately 2.5 miles from the Myakka State Forest
Link to Myakka State Forest, or Click Here for a map of the forest
If you have any questions, please contact us and we will be happy to answer them 561-338-1890 Ext. 303.
Payment must be
made by Paypal or Money Order within 3 days of the end of the auction. Good luck!
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