Halloween Happenings in Sarasota, Florida

Looking for ways to get your pumpkin fix this Halloween season? Fall is here—and while changing leaves and colder temperatures aren’t typical signs of the changing season in sunny Sarasota, our jam-packed events calendar sure is! With everything from jazz concerts to pumpkin festivals, Sarasota is going to keep you busy this October.

Click here to see a complete list of Halloween happenings in Sarasota.

Property Management, Southwest Florida

ResortQuest Southwest Florida is the leading force on Florida's West Coast for vacation rentals, property management and real estate services. ResortQuest is unlike any of our competitors - since we're the industry's largest property management and vacation rental company, our vacation rental owners' property have unmatched marketing exposure. Our size alone is testament to our professional reputation. We would like to discuss with your our services and further illustrate how providing a single, convenient resource for homeowners removes the headache from owning an investment property.

Why should you consider ResortQuest Southwest Florida as your rental and property management company?

- Local, personalized service. We have offices in each of our locations, giving our property owners the peace of mind that our experienced staff is taking the best possible care of their homes and mutual guests.
- With ResortQuest, property owners have the best of both worlds; personalized homeowner service, local rental management and guest service expertise.

- Combine the marketing power of a major brand that attracts renters from around the globe and our aggressive, far reaching and diversified marketing plan; using a variety of media outlets that include newspaper, print display and Internet advertising, and you have endless opportunities.

- Think of us as the middleman, taking away all the headaches of renting your investment property or answering those difficult real estate questions.

- Our success comes from our ability to provide a one-stop-shop for owners and guests.

- Enjoy owner benefits. This program is exclusively designed for homeowners and members of their immediate family participating in a ResortQuest short-term rental program.

We welcome an opportunity to discuss further your interest in placing your investment home or condominium in the hands of our specialty service environment. View our guest and owner testimonials.
Contact Kristi Brazill to further discuss our services or to set up an appointment.
866-870-9739 or kbrazill@rqswfl.com

3rd Annual Anna Maria Island Wedding Festival

Imagine using the beautiful turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico and orange and red hues of the sunset as your backdrop for your dream wedding.

3rd Annual Anna Maria Island Wedding Festival on Sunday, February 28, 2010. During the Wedding Festival you will enjoy an informative day where you can visit with 60 wedding professionals in the natural settings of their business.

As an attendant, you will enjoy:
- Complimentary waterfront breakfast
- Complimentary festival tote bag, map and vendor information guide
- Bridal/Wedding Fashion Show
- Complimentary trolley or limousine to each of the vendor sites
- "Sunset Celebration" on the beach
- Mock waterfront wedding
- Mingle with other brides-to-be
- Enter to win one of the fabulous prize baskets totaling over $10,000 in prizes

Two of our beautiful resorts, The Beach Club at Anna Maria and Sunrise Garden Resort will be featured in the day's activities. These resort-style properties offer premier accommodations in the heart of laid-back Anna Maria Island.

Anna Maria Island has quickly become “The Place” for couples to start their life together. Many of our accommodations are within walking distance to the beach, shopping and restaurants. Plus, you and your guests will enjoy fully furnished and well-equipped private homes, condominiums and resort-style properties; some with state-of-the-art amenities, like gourmet kitchens with professional appliances, private hot tubs and swimming pools, private beach access and beautiful Gulf views.

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The Beach Club at Siesta Key, Florida

The Beach Club at Siesta Key offers studio, one- or two-bedroom units, just steps from the beautiful beaches that have made this island famous. This new resort features modern décor, mixed with the youthful attitude of this world-famous destination, making this chic resort one of the most desired accommodations on Siesta Key. Decorated using clean lines and bright colors, all while remaining inviting and engaging, this resort includes all that is signature to ResortQuest Southwest Florida. Each unit features a full-size kitchen, large flat-screen TV, modern décor, Avonite countertops, and top-of-the-line mattresses.

The extravagant lifestyle doesn't stop there - with beach access directly across the street, imagine lazing your days away relaxing in the warm sunshine all while burrowing your toes in the warm sandy beach. At night, open your windows and let the warm Gulf breezes and sounds of crashing waves lull you to sleep. For luxurious accommodations on Siesta Key, the only choice is The Beach Club.

Amenities:

- High-speed Internet
- LCD flat-screen TV's
- Heated swimming pool
- Pillow top Mattresses
- Full kitchen with stainless steel appliances and Avonite countertops
- Community hot tub
- DVD and VCR
- Private beach access directly across the street
- iPod docking station
- Washer/dryer
- On-site office

Sunrise Garden Resort, Anna Maria Island, Florida

Hidden away on a quiet, residential street in the heart of historic Anna Maria Village, Sunrise Garden Resort offers 16 suites, nestled among exotic gardens, coconut palms, and Tiki huts. This unique property is a half block to Tampa Bay and within walking distance to quaint shops, Island restaurants and the Anna Maria City Pier. The large, heated swimming pool is surrounded by lush flora and fauna and provides the perfect amount of shade from the Florida sun. Located just outside of the ground level suites is a private, tropical patio - the perfect place to plan the day's activities or relax after a long day exploring beautiful Anna Maria Island.

You'll want to pack your contact list; Sunrise Garden Resort offers free long distance calling and high-speed Internet. You'll want to boast to all your friends and family back home about the wonderful time you are having on your Southwest Florida vacation.

Sunrise Garden Resort allows you to gather your friends and family for a wedding, party or a family reunion, in one location.

Book 4+ nights and receive a coupon for free bike rentals OR $20 in merchandise or services at local Beach Bums. (certain restrictions apply)

Amenities:

- Full-size kitchen or kitchenette
- Free high-speed Internet
- Barbeque Grill
- Coin-operated laundry
- Free long distance phone service
- Community swimming pool
- Lush landscape
- Tropical patio
- Pets allowed (with non-refundable fee)

Accommodations:

- Studio: Queen bed, futon, one-bath, full kitchen or kitchenette
- One-Bedroom: Various bedding options, one-bath, full kitchen
- Two-Bedroom: King, queen, futon, one-bath, full kitchen