Jeannie and I will have three days and two nights while more elder Blattmans take care of Amara. They will be in Sarasota. We hope to stay within an hour’s drive (or so). Do sleepy beachtowns or hidden hideways still exist in West Florida? Reader advice welcome. We seek peace and quiet and good food, beachside. Timing is the few days before (American) Thanksgiving.
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While not sleepy, it is tiny and all walkable and one of my favorite spots. I live in Clearwater but often drive down to that end of the county to visit the small bars, boutique restaurants and clean beaches.
http://www.visitpassagrille.com
My parents like Anna Marie Island. I think that is probably what you are looking for.
But, even though it’s exactly the opposite of what you asked for, I recommend going to Disney World,
Long Boat Key/Anna Maria Island. Both are quiet and not very populated. Try the Blue Marlin restaurant near Bradenton Beach, really lovely.
You may consider heading 1-hour south to Sanibel and Captiva Islands. Both islands are speckled with great quiet beaches. The Bubble Room (on Captiva) and Gramma Dots (on Sanibel) are well known and enjoyed restaurant staples in the area.
@cblatts no clue on towns, but do see Salvador Dali Museum in St. Pete – amazing!
@cblatts we didn’t end up going to FL, but this place looked cool and worth a try: http://t.co/yfr3fgOf
@cblatts Maybe Tarpon Springs. Northwest of Tampa.
@cblatts Longboat Key or the keys in general. Low pop. density, wide beach, gentle atmosphere.
Anyone have suggestions for relaxing getaways in the Tampa/Sarasota area? Sleepy beachtowns sought. http://t.co/QX2Tw2i8
http://www.cabbagekey.com/home/
Anywhere along 30A could be what you’re looking for, and off-season prices shouldn’t be too bad.