Charlotte County: The Jewel of Southwest Florida!

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Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte and the Charlotte County area of Florida are situated in the heart of Southwest Florida between Sarasota to the north and Fort Myers to the south. Sarasota is a convenient one hour drive and Ft. Myers is a short 30 minute car ride.  Both Ft. Myers and Sarasota have major airports which make traveling to Punta Gorda, Charlotte County and the Gulf Islands convenient from anywhere in the United States as well as overseas.  Our community is on the water's edge of the 2nd largest natural harbor Florida has to offer.  Our lifestyle possesses a wonderful balance between Nature, outdoor recreational activities, the Arts, and a relaxed pace of life.  The amenities are  all close at hand- beaches, golf courses, tennis clubs, two major airports, Edison Community College, Florida Gulf Coast University, and three highly rated hospitals- all without the congestion of a large Metropolitan Area.  

As our Tourist Bureau likes to say, if the words "unchanged, unspoiled, uncluttered, untouched, unhurried, and unbelievable" appeal to you, then come see why our area is called "Florida's Best Kept Secret."

The aerial photo below shows the fantastic canal system Punta Gorda offers. 


Aerial View of Punta Gorda

 

Interesting Facts from the Chamber of Commerce

Population: 129,335 unincorporated/15,236 Punta Gorda (2001)

Altitude: 5 ft. to 25 ft. above sea level

Winds:  Prevailing easterly with an avg. velocity of 12-18 mph

Temperature: Annual average temperature is 74.8 degrees

Rainfall: Average is 49.53 inches with 2/3rds from June to September


I have devoted a page dedicated to "The Great Outdoors" for those interested in the particulars about the local boating, fishing, golfing, and tennis.  A "Family Forum" page is included for the need to know about schools, kids' recreational programs and interests.  And, the latest information about "The Arts and Entertainment" in Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte, Florida is also provided.  And last, but not least, is a sampling of the "Restaurants" in our community.

Send me a quick e-mail at johndibble@properties-4-you.com  to request a copy of the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce Visitors' Guide together with some Punta Gorda real estate information selected by me from my personal experience as a resident of Charlotte County for 52 years.  If you do visit or move to our wonderful area, please help preserve the natural beauty.  There is no other place  like Charlotte County Florida 
                                                               
                           John Dibble

0 What's Happening in Punta Gorda and
Port Charlotte?


MONEY MAGAZINE 

says Port Charlotte is #1 Place to Retire!
(click on the sunset to read the article online!)


2010 Charlotte Harbor Regatta
 The Fun, Affordable Regatta

Charlotte Harbor, Florida, Feb. 5-7, 2010

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The Big Read         CHARLOTTE COUNTY BIG READ  2010
                              

Big Read Kickoff Event featuring author Stephen King
March 20, 2010 - 11:00 a.m. at the Cultural Center of Charlotte County


 

 

 

 

 

 

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Redfish Cup Festival

 

Charlotte County Redfish Baseball The Oh Boy! Redfish Cup Festival generally held in May has something for everyone. The nucleus of the event is what is billed as The Nations Premier Saltwater Fishing Tournament paying winning anglers a guaranteed combined total of $1,100,000 for the 2007 season. The Redfish Cup takes place in six locations from Texas to Florida. It is an honor for Punta Gorda to be selected as one of the tournament sites. 2007 will mark the fourth season ESPN2 will televise this fun filled event and the fourth season for Punta Gorda to be a host.

The Redfish Cup Festival is much more than a fishing tournament it is a community event fun for the whole family.
Local artists will have booths set up showcasing eheir most creative artwork.  Additionally, the Relatively Redfish Art Competition will feature artwork designed aroung the theme of the event by our local artists. The People's Choice award is a coveted award by all those that enter.
The Big Air Dog Competition is amazing to watch.  Dog owners will demonstrate the athleticism of their favorite dogs.

      

 

Recent news from Business OnLine:  the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce-E-Letter :

In the June issue of SAIL Magazine, which is the most widely-read sailing periodical in the country, Charlotte Harbor has been named as one of "America's 10 Best Places to Sail" - the only location recognized in Florida. The Web site:  http://www.sailmag.com  contains this issue.

Charlotte County one of best places to buy real estate for boaters

For a glimpse at the beautiful communities in Charlotte County, please click on the community names below: 

Click here to view the area map:  MAP

Punta Gorda * Punta Gorda Isles *  Burnt Store Isles * Seminole Lakes  Burnt Store Marina * Burnt Store Meadows * Deep Creek * Port Charlotte  Riverwood * Charlotte County 

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Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte and Charlotte County map

For immediate assistance, please contact:


John Dibble ~ Broker Associate

A CHARLOTTE COUNTY RESIDENT SINCE 1952!

Direct Line: 941.628.6764

Toll Free: 877.708.2004

Fax: 941.205.2012

   E-mail:
 johndibble@properties-4-you.com

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Punta Gorda,Florida 33950