The "Green Living" trend is now becoming a way of life and Sarasota residents are heeding the queue. Building eco-friendly houses and businesses, converting to draught-free and pesticide-free landscaping, driving hybrid vehicles or riding on the hybrid SCAT buses; green living is evident in Sarasota.
There are many local businesses offering services in all aspects of living an eco-friendly life in Sarasota. Green designated businesses for building homes (MyGreenBuildings, Josh Wynne Construction), eco-friendly landscaping (Environmental Landscape Management, Inc), apparel & décor for a sustainable lifestyle (Juno & Jove, Elysian Fields) and even organic "green" dining (Upper Crust Organic Café & Bakery, The Bean Stalk, Simon's Coffee House) have sprouted up all over Sarasota County in the past few years.
Realtors are now able to "go green" as well. The National Association of Realtors offers a "Green Designation" course for realtors to learn the concepts of sustainability, New Urbanism, and smart growth. The course teaches real estate professionals how to explain to consumers what makes a home, building, or property green, how to list and market green properties while fulfilling ones legal and professional obligations, and how to implement green practices on the road and in the office.
Kathleen Herron of The Herron Group received the "Green Designation" in June of this year.
As a county, we can all learn how going green and reducing environmental impact in the home, at work and in business will allow us to keep living in Paradise.
Nick Herron & Kathleen Herron of the Herron Group would be glad to show you any of Sarasota's Downtown Condos or any of the properties listed on Sarasota's Barrier Island of Longboat Key, Lido Key, Bird Key, Siesta Key, Casey Key, and Manasota Key Call 941.350.5035.
Beach, Bay or Back Nine...Live the Dream
It may not be well known that within the Downtown Sarasota area lies a magical world, a residential artist's colony known as Towles Court. For more than 15 years, Towles Court has served as a retreat for local artists. Coastal Living magazine even named Towles Court a Top Ten Artist Colony to visit.
Brightly colored cottages line the mossy oak covered streets where working studios, artist-run galleries, boutiques, and open-air restaurants welcome you. There are all types of art to be found including paintings, prints, photography, ceramics, and jewelry. Graphic designers, interior designers, art therapists, and massage therapists are also found among this eclectic community.
Typical business hours for the community are Tuesday through Saturday from 12 pm to 4 pm, but on the third Friday of every month the colony hosts "Third Friday Art Walks". The Art Walks provide the opportunity for the public to meander through the galleries, studios, boutiques, and antique shops while enjoying live music, refreshments, and entertainment well into the night.
Towles Court is located off US 301 between Adams Lane and Morrill Street in Sarasota's Historic Downtown.
Nick Herron & Kathleen Herron of the Herron Group would be glad to show you any of Sarasota's Downtown Condos or any of the properties listed on Sarasota's Barrier Islands of Longboat Key, Lido Key, Bird Key, Siesta Key, Casey Key, and Manasota Key Call 941.350.5035.
Beach, Bay or Back Nine...Live the Dream
For more than 30 years, the Downtown Sarasota Farmer's Market has been the place for Sarasota residents and visitors to gather for fresh produce, flowers and plants, baked goods, and more. Held every Saturday from 7 am to 12 noon on Lemon Avenue at the Main Street intersection, the Farmer's Market is conveniently located to the luxury Downtown Sarasota Condo community.
The enticing smells of fresh coffee, baked breads, and spices lure you in as the vibrant colors of locally grown fruits, vegetables, and flowers line the streets.
Fresh produce from Brown's Grove, an array of Wisconsin cheeses and spreads from Green Leaf Cheeses, wonderful Italian and German sausages from Alpine Gourmet, fresh pastas and sauces from Peperonata Pasta, sweet breads from Sweet Bread by Grandma, packaged and brewed coffees from Latitude 23.5 Coffee, and fresh seafood from Maggie's Seafood are just some of the vendors selling their edibles for you to enjoy. Gorgeous plants and flowers are available from Plants by Adrian, Advanced Bromeliad Culture -Level 21, Awesome Orchids and many more. There are also many arts and crafts vendors such as: The Sarasota Candle Company, Sunny Day Soaps, Word Wood, Sue Handman, and Sarasota Art and Pottery.
So bring the family, bring your friends, even bring your dog to the Downtown Sarasota Farmer's Market and enjoy a morning of great food and fun.
Nick Herron & Kathleen Herron of the Herron Group would be glad to show you any of the Downtown Condos listed in Sarasota. Call 941.350.5035.
The Ringling Museum of Art was established in the 1920's by business and circus tycoon, John Ringling and his wife, Mable. Originally commissioned to showcase his own collection of masterpieces, the Museum is recognized today for housing one of the world's largest collections of the Baroque masters. The museum is home to an internationally known collection of more than 10,000 pieces of art, including works from masters such as Rubens, van Dyck, Velasquez, Titian, El Greco, and more.
Overlooking Sarasota Bay and the barrier island of Longboat Key, the museum is part of the Ringling Estate which also includes the Ringling mansion, Cà d'Zan, the Circus Museums, the Rose Garden, and the Historic Asolo Theater.
The wonderful courtyard of the Museum features casts of original antiquities and renaissance sculptures along with two Italian replica fountains, but it is the towering cast of Michelangelo's David that takes center stage and has become the symbol of the City of Sarasota. The museum also regularly presents temporary exhibitions from its own collections and traveling collections in the Ulla R. and Arthur F. Searing Wing, a 30,000-square-foot expansion completed in 2007.
The museum is a wonderful part of our Sarasota cultural community and offers many public and charity events including; Courtyard Concerts, Cocktails at Cà d'Zan, Finally Friday Fest, Forks and Corks Wine and Food Festival, the UnGala Gala, Circus Weekend, the Gallery Gala, and Breakfast with Santa.
Nick Herron & Kathleen Herron of the Herron Group would be glad to show you any of Sarasota's Downtown Condos or any of the properties listed on Sarasota's Barrier Island of Longboat Key, Lido Key, Bird Key, Siesta Key, Casey Key, and Manasota Key Call 941.350.5035.
Beach, Bay or Back Nine...Live the Dream
More commonly known as the "South Jetty" or Casey's Pass to area residents, Humphris Park is widely known as the perfect spot for fishing, surfing (during season), picnics, sailboat watching, and enjoying the beautiful Florida sunsets along the Gulf of Mexico. Located at the very end of Tarpon Center Drive on the Island of Venice, the 2-mile park is a great place to relax.
This is a wonderful spot to bring the whole family as there are restrooms on-site, picnic table, park benches, and of course, the iconic Anita's Sandcastle. Known for the "World's Best Beach Dog", Anita's is fast becoming one of Florida's famous Hot Dog Stands. But hot dogs are not the only thing on the menu: Up early for the first catch of the day? Come by for coffee and breakfast! Polish sausage, nachos and cheese, and an array of cold beverages and frozen treats are on hand to cool you off from a day in the sun.
The South Jetty and Anita's Sandcastle are just around corner from the Herron Group listing at the Beleza and across the Jetty to Casey Key.
Nick Herron & Kathleen Herron of the Herron Group would be glad to show you any of the properties listed on any of the golf course communities or Sarasota's Barrier Island of Casey Key, Manasota Key, Siesta Key, Lido Key, Longboat Key or Island of Venice. Call 941.350.5035.
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Specializing in Sarasota's Barrier Islands, Casey, Manasota, Siesta, Longboat & Lido Key mainland waterfront properties and country club communities in the Sarasota Florida area.
Nick Herron
Nick Herron has been a consistent top producer since he entered the real estate field in 1990. Coming from a successful corporate background, he last served as a regional vice president for a division of Leggett Platt, bringing strong managerial skills to real estate. He ranks among the top of more than 7,000 RE/MAX agents statewide, earning membership in the company's 100% Club, Platinum Club and Hall of Fame. Nick enjoys golfing and boating as member of Venetian Golf & River Club and the Venice Yacht Club. Raised in Indianapolis, Indiana, he holds a B.S. in Business with a major in Marketing from Indiana University in Bloomington.
Kathleen Herron
Kathleen's vision and positive attitude are essential to the team. A native of Aurora, Illinois, she was the owner of a successful printing company for 18 years in Yorkville, Illinois, where she still owns and manages an investment strip mall. Her entrepreneurial and marketing skills, combined with her banking background, are important assets in serving buyers and sellers of luxury real estate. Kathleen provides customers with warm and friendly service as she shows properties throughout Sarasota County. She is an active volunteer and fundraiser for Girls Incorporated of Sarasota County.
Listing and selling Luxury Water Front properties along Sarasota's Bay Front and Barrier islands ( Casey Key, Siesta Key, Manasota Key, Island of Venice, Bird Key, Lido Key, and Longboat Key) and Golf Course Country Clubs ( The Oaks, Laurel Oaks Golf and Country Club, The Founders Club, The Concession, Venetian Golf & River Club, Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club, Heritage Oaks Golf and Country Club).Marketing luxury waterfront properties and country club communities demands special knowledge and expertise. Waterfront properties require familiarity with government regulations, navigability of area waters, and types of coastal neighborhoods and lifestyles. Golf communities each have their own character, memberships, amenities and residential offerings. Nick and Kathleen have the knowledge, experience and tools to match buyers and sellers of both these high-end markets,
"We met Nick 17 years ago at an Open House on Casey Cove Drive. Over the years, he has helped us sell three homes and purchase three homes. He is dependable and extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of the market and transaction details. It is always a pleasure working with him. He is a true professional and definitely our Realtor of choice."Mary Ann and Phil Deacon "Nick has been our Realtor for the past 12 years. We have bought and sold many homes through him and have found him to be very knowledgeable about the real estate business. He's very honest and personable. We recommend him highly." Don and Joan Fox "Nick Herron was recommended to us by two Casey Key residents. We had visited the Key for several years and even though we though we were several years away from relocating here, Nick always gave us as much time as we wanted to explore the coast from Manasota Key to Casey Key. Having lived here himself, he knows the history of each house we toured, as well as lots of fascinating tales of the early years. His knowledge of the Key, understanding of the codes, regulations, setbacks, easements and his professional business procedures made it possible for us to move and take possession within five weeks. We recommend Nick to anyone interested in buying or selling from Sarasota to Manasota Key!" Nancy and Art Dimsdle "When we purchased a new home at Venetian Golf and River Club, we were so fortunate to have Nick as our agent. Although it was a newly built home, there were some very serious issues to be addressed concerning safety and construction details. Nick's expertise in handling this situation saved us time and frustration. Nick's rare attention to detail exceeded even our expectations. He was always a true professional and mindful of our best interests." Jim and Jeanette Craycraft "Since 2000 when Nick and I met and he sold me a home on Casey Key, he has always been available whenever I needed advice or someone with whom to bounce off ideas. He has listed and sold other waterfront investment properties for me, and quickly sold my Casey Key property in an off market. I really appreciate Nick's help, knowledge and diligence." Danny Knight
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