While warm and sunny year-round, the Gulf Coast of Florida has a full spectrum of summer fun throughout July. What better way to get into the patriotic spirit than showcase a sampling of the delightful festivities ahead. [...]

Over the last decade, the term "luxury" has acquired more and more ambiguity. Ask 10 of your friends what “the good life” means to them and you’ll undoubtedly receive a variety of responses – generally based on location, upbringing, hobbies, etc. As an affiliate of [...]

  Fall has finally arrived in Southwest Florida. As we welcome the cooler weather, pumpkins, and the beginning of season, the SaundersBEST Magazine has arrived, curating a selection of  the finest in luxury Manatee, Charlotte and Sarasota real estate. Beyond presenting exceptional properties, our eighth issue provides a glimpse into [...]

Since 1976, Michael Saunders & Company has been the name to know and trust in luxury real estate for Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte Counties. We are pleased to present the 53 luxury sales our experienced agents successfully facilitated for the third quarter of 2017, and to congratulate the many happy sellers and buyers as they begin new [...]

Many families have a four-legged member, and happily there’s plenty of ways to enjoy quality time with your K-9 here in the Sarasota area. Check out our list, from the beach to outdoor dining, enjoy the snaps of MSC Marketing team member pups, and then watch our summer splash video with famous golden retriever, Albus! [...]

Father’s Day is coming up on Sunday, June 18^th, and in honor of the occasion, we are placing a spotlight on five spectacular properties for the many father figures in our lives. The Foodie Dad The magnificent newly-renovated kitchen at this Longboat Key home for sale, 501 Harbor Point Road, is on-trend with its crisp white counters and cabinetry, while offering plenty of space for preparing dad's specialities. [...]

Moms undoubtedly deserve adoration any day of the year, but Mother's Day is just around the corner on Sunday, May 14th, and what better time to truly express your love and appreciation? Although you can never go wrong with the classic breakfast in bed and a homemade card, we have rounded up some lovely ways to make Mother's Day extra [...]

With picture perfect weather along the Gulf Coast, April is one of the busiest months of the year. We have compiled a list of not-to-be-missed events that will have you rubbing elbows with stars, seeing provocative live theater, and maybe even catching a home run! [...]

The dining room sets the stage for one of the most important family feasts of the year – Thanksgiving dinner. In honor of this special occasion, we rounded up five delectable dining rooms [...]

How do you tell the story of a unique property in a way that is interesting while also defining the essence of the house and the community? Well, if you live in Sarasota, where the sea and sky marries arts and culture, then the canvas for creativity is as endless as the shimmering Gulf horizon. Such was the background for a recent [...]