Nokomis, Florida, A Great Place to Live

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Nokomis, Florida, Come and Visit

Nokomis, is a nice small town on Florida's West Coast with Oscar Scherer State Park and Casey Key beach on the Gulf of Mexico. This picture is of our son in his front yard in Nokomis. We visit often and know the city well. We have enjoyed eating in the restaurants that we videoed and photographed here. Check out our Sarasota Area Restaurant Guide , too.

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Nokomis Beach, Casey Key, Florida.

This is the northern end of Nokomis Beach on Casey Key, Florida. It is a public beach with lots of free parking. If you look closely, you can see some private houses and bed and breakfast places far in the background. They are separated from the wide white sand beach by plantings of sea grass. Just before the end of the video I made, you can see the lifeguard watch tower on the far right side of the picture. It is better to swim at a beach attended by lifeguard because there is often dangerous undertow in Florida waters.
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A Beach Retreat on Casey Key

Looking for a place to stay? BEACH RETREAT ON CASEY KEY They have golf and fishing special rates, too.

Nokomis Beach Pavillion, Florida

Restoration of Jack West's Sarasota School of Architecture design Pavillion on Nokomis Beach. The building really does not take up much space on the beach. There's still room enough for lots and lots of sunbathers.
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Nokomis, Florida, YouTube vids

Make a video of something in Nokomis, Florida, upload it to YouTube and it might appear here for all the world to enjoy. These videos were chosen by YouTube, not the lensmaster, as you can see they show some houses for sale and a drum circle. The sunset video just happens to be a video made by me on the Nokomis Beach.
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Nokomis, Florida, Active Life Reviews from Yelp

Here is a review of Oscar Scherer State Park by a visitor.

Here's what Yelpers have to say about Active Life in 34275

Siesta Key Beach (Sarasota)  
"Can't get any more amazing then spending a day on America's most beautiful beach with your grandchildren!" more
Myakka River State Park (Sarasota)  
"This is one of Florida's best state parks. It is very expansive. Most people come and see the main sites. The Alligators, but the park has so much more. It..." more
Oscar Scherer State Park (Osprey)  
"Florida has some wonderful State Parks and Oscar Scherer State Park, which consists of some two miles of parkland created by the generosity of Elsa Scherer..." more
Brohard Paw Park & Beach (Venice)  
"It's awesome... I like it a lot more then the Bonita Beach dog park. This is more like a beach that allows dogs. Cheppie and Pitzie had a great time" more
Flying Fish Fleet Deep Sea Fishing (Sarasota)  
"We love to go fishing with Cap't John & Mike. Always bring home fish!" more
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Oscar Scherer State Park

Hike, Canoe, Swim, Camp
at Oscar Scherer State Park a fun place for all the family.
OSCAR SCHERER PARK

Rosebud's Restaurant

Another great restaurant on Route 41 in Nokomis

Rosebud's lobby view into restaurant

My husband, son, and I had Thanksgiving dinner here today. The food was delicious. The restaurant was really crowded. Our reservation was for 2:30. We were on time and didn't have to wait for a table. But, when we left at 4pm there were about 20 people waiting for their tables.

Saltwater Cafe in Nokomis, Florida.

There are several good restaurants in Nokomis, so when you vacation here, there is no need to drive south to Venice, Florida for a nice meal. Saltwater Cafe, which I photographed here, is conveniently located in a strip mall on Route 41, and is our favorite. We have enjoyed many meals there. Last Mother's Day buffet was one of our most memorable meals, especially the free Mimosa cocktail.

Chef Rolff from Saltwater Cafe even has a tv show during which he demonstrates his skills. Chef Rolf's New Florida Kitchen® Cooking Show Airs On:
SNN Comcast Channel 6 - Wednesday and Friday at 12:30 p.m.
Comcast Channel 97 - Sarasota - Venice - Port Charlotte 7 Days a week
8:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m.
Comcast Channel 16 - Port Charlotte 7 Days a week - 8:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m.
Comcast Channel 21 - Sarasota - Venice

11:30am Monday through Saturday
3:30pm 7 Days a week
10:00pm Friday & Saturday
11:00pm Sunday through Thursday
and anytime on Channel 1 - Video on Demand !

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Saltwater Cafe Inside the Diningroom

Have a look at the dining room of the Saltwater Cafe in this video I made. Saltwater Cafe is located on Rte. 41 in Nokomis, Florida.
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Eat at Anita's Family Restaurant on Highway 41 in Nokomis. 

Inside Anita's Family Restaurant with 50's diner theme decor. 

Anita's Family Restaurant placemat and coffee mug.

Remember how the 50's diners all had placemats and mugs with local business advertisements? Here they still are in Nokomis, Florida, in this video I made.
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Ophelia's Pasta House for delicious Italian food on Rte. 41, Nokomis.

I had a delicious baked ziti lunch here at Ophelia's. Their dining area is subdivided into several separate rooms and they also have a long bar. Ophelia's restaurant is located in the northern end of the same mall as Saltwater Cafe. They are on the west side of route 41.
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Pelican Alley Restaurant on the Water

My son and I enjoyed our fish and chips lunches at Pelican Alley last week. We were seated at a window table and passing boats and pelicans added to the fun. Seafood chowder is their signature dish. On many evenings they have live entertainment.
Pelican Alley is located at 1009 W. Albee Road, Nokomis, phone: 941-485-1893.
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Legacy Trail - Rails to Trails

Ride a bike through Nokomis on Legacy Trail
LEGACY TRAIL

Nokomis Beach Drum Circle celebrates sunset on the Florida Gulf of Mexico beach.

Many of the beaches up and down the west coast of Florida celebrate sunset over the Gulf of Mexico with a drum circle. These are informal events. The Nokomis Beach Drum Circle is on Sundays, weather permitting. All are welcome to join in the dancing. I have never personally attended one. :)
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Nokomis Beach Drum Circle video made March 2009

Here is a brief look at the large number of people enjoying the fun of the Saturday night Drum Circle on the Nokomis beach in March of 2009.
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Nokomis, Florida, Hometown Stats

The population of 34275 is 15,088.

That's #6750 out of all 42,305 zip codes.

96% of the population is white, which is 22 points more than the national average.

The average household income in 34275 is $43,263, which is $13,565 more than the typical average.

This contributes to the average house being worth $147,800. When the survey was done in 2000, that represented a difference of 88% from the typical value.

Men make up 48% of the population, and the typical age in this part of FL is 56.5.

Stats about: Nokomis, FL

Population: 15,088
Number of Households: 8,777
Average House Value: $147,800
Average Income per Household: $43,263
Elevation: 27 ft

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Most Famous Resident

Stephen King lives on Casey Key and is the area's most famous snowbird!

Take a look at a Royal Coachman RV.

There is a Royal Coachman RV Resort in Nokomis, Florida.
It is considered to be one of the finest RV resorts in the country. It is just minutes from Casey Key and Nokomis beaches, Sarasota and Venice, Florida . Tennis, basketball, volleyball, shuffleboard are available on site.
567 Total Camp/RV Sites and 5 Pull-Thru Sites are available with 541 30 Amp Service; 541 50 Amp Service; 541 Full Hookups; 65 Max RV Length.
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Nokomis Area Links List

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When there's a storm in the Gulf of Mexico, surfers come from the other side of Florida to surf the waves breaking on North Jetty Beach in Nokomis. ...
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NOKOMIS AREA CIVIC ASSOCIATION NOKOMIS, FLORIDA "Providing leadership and an organized voice to improve the quality of life in the Nokomis area of Sarasota ...
RV Park Reviews :: Nokomis, Florida ( FL ) - RV Parks and ...
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Nokomis, Florida Golf Courses
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Saltwater Cafe, Nokomis, Florida......Chef Rolf ! 941-488-3775
1071 North Tamiami Trail. (U.S. 41 & Laurel Road). Nokomis, Florida, USA 34275. 941-488-3775 (phone) 941-488-0991 (fax). www.SaltwaterCafe.com. The food here is WONDERFUL! We have eaten here

Nokomis, Florida, News

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Unique Summer Offer Gives New Twist to Old Favorites as Travelers Go Antiquing ...
The Sea Hagg, located in nearby Cortez, Fla., offers nautical gear and various antiques. For appraisals and Victorian, art deco and retro jewelry, don't miss a visit to Crissy Galleries. Just a short trip to the south, guests discover the "Nokomis ...
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Nokomis, Florida, Current Weather

Current weather conditions in Nokomis, FL

Local Pollen Reports

82°F (Feels like 90°F)

Last update: 5/27/12 12:35 PM EDT

Humidity: 79%
Visibility: 10.0 mi
Dew Point: 75°F
UV Index: 7 (Lawn and Garden Weather)
Barometer: 29.96in steady
Moon: Rush Hour Traffic
Wind: 8mph From: Airport Conditions
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Today


Mostly Cloudy
High: 84°F
Low: 74°F
Sunrise: 6:36 AM
Sunset: 8:17 PM

Monday
May 28 


Isolated T-Storms
High: 84°F
Low: 74°F
Sunrise: 6:36 AM
Sunset: 8:18 PM

Tuesday
May 29 


Scattered T-Storms
High: 85°F
Low: 75°F
Sunrise: 6:36 AM
Sunset: 8:18 PM

Wednesday
May 30 


Isolated T-Storms
High: 85°F
Low: 74°F
Sunrise: 6:36 AM
Sunset: 8:19 PM

Fly into Fort Meyers - drive short distance north to Nokomis

Or you could fly into Bradenton-Sarasota Airport (SRQ) and then take Route 41 south to Nokomis. It takes about 20 - 30 minutes between SRQ and Nokomis. But, Fort Meyers is a bigger airport with more different airlines flying in and out. And Fort Meyers airport is about the same distance from Nokomis.

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  • LittleLindaPinda May 22, 2012 @ 8:05 pm | delete
    Hi from Estero, Florida, just south of Fort Myers. I LOVE Florida.
  • mannasugar Jan 10, 2012 @ 10:21 am | delete
    Nice to be able to got to the beach today....via internet....squidoo.....Thanks Lens Master....
  • daria369 Sep 1, 2011 @ 5:03 pm | delete
    I'll have to visit Nokomis one of these days. It looks like a nice place. Great job! :)
  • Jhangora Apr 25, 2011 @ 12:46 pm | delete
    Nokomis does look like a nice place to live. You've presented it beautifully.
  • CruiseReady Apr 21, 2011 @ 12:42 pm | delete
    I'm ready to go there. Anita's looks like fun - that must have been a lovely Mother's Day.
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Sunset at Nokomis Beach on Christmas Day 2008

Our family went for a walk on Nokomis Beach, Casey Key, Florida. I made this video as the men in the family walked past. That's my husband waving as he passes out of view to the left.
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