Siesta Key

Welcome to Siesta Key

Siesta Key is home to one of the most celebrated beaches in America, where powdery white quartz sand stays cool underfoot, and the Gulf glows a clear, brilliant blue. This eight-mile barrier island sits just off Sarasota and is reached by the north and south bridges at Siesta Drive and Stickney Point Road. It offers a rare mix of laid-back island living and refined coastal homes. Residences range from Gulf-front estates and beachfront condominiums to bayfront homes and canal properties in enclaves like Bay Island, Sandy Hook, and Siesta Isles, many with private docks and direct access to the bay and the Gulf.

Island life here moves with the tide. Mornings might start with a sunrise walk on Siesta Beach or snorkeling at Point of Rocks off Crescent Beach. Afternoons drift by on the water, with a boat ride through the canals or a quiet stretch of sand at Turtle Beach on the south end. Evenings bring the island’s famous Gulf sunsets, the Sunday drum circle on the beach, and dinner in Siesta Key Village, where open-air restaurants, boutiques and coffee shops line the streets just steps from the sand. Downtown Sarasota, St.

Siesta Key FAQ

Eight miles of island living and America's top-ranked beach

Why is Siesta Key Beach famous?

Siesta Key is home to Siesta Beach, known for sand that is 99 percent quartz, so fine and white it stays cool underfoot. Siesta Beach has been ranked the number one beach in the United States in TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice awards, most recently in 2020, and is regularly named among the best beaches in America.

Where is Siesta Key and how do you get there?

Siesta Key is an eight-mile barrier island just off Sarasota, Florida, between Roberts Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. It is reached by two bridges: the north bridge at Siesta Drive and the south bridge at Stickney Point Road. Downtown Sarasota is about 15 minutes away.

What types of homes are on Siesta Key?

Siesta Key real estate ranges from Gulf-front condominiums and beach cottages to canal-front homes with boat docks and bayfront luxury estates. Homes on the north end are close to Siesta Key Village, with its restaurants and shops, while the south end near Turtle Beach and Point of Rocks offers a quieter, more residential feel.

Is Siesta Key a good place to buy a home?

Siesta Key is one of the most desirable places to buy a waterfront home in Sarasota, combining a world-class beach, boating access to the Intracoastal Waterway and the Gulf, and a relaxed island lifestyle. Buyers should review flood zones, elevation, and short-term rental rules for each property with a knowledgeable local agent.