Englewood is so lovely that two counties – Charlotte and Sarasota along Florida’s Gulf Coast – insist on sharing in its beauty.

Englewood’s uncrowded beach is pure and wide and has excellent facilities. Just south, you’ll find Blind Pass Park, a fantastic place for shelling and finding sharks’ teeth.

Plenty of golf is available in and around Englewood, and the birding is great.

You can also try parasailing or rent a jetski. Fishing in Englewood is also outstanding and several companies will take you out on their boats.

Absolutely embark on an eco-tour of Lemon Bay. You’ll almost certainly see dolphins, manatees, and all kinds of shorebirds and wildlife.