about Nokomis & Casey Key

Nokomis, is a small town still undiscovered by mass tourism, ideally located between the lively Sarasota in the north and the charming town of Venice in the south. With the enchanting, offshore island of Casey Key, this area is still a real insider tip for vacationers who want to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Nokomis is not only a great place to visit because of its diverse nature, but also because of its proximity to restaurants, shopping facilities and the excellent connection to the highway for excursions to the big attractions of Florida. With Dona and Roberts Bay to the south, South Creek to the north and the Intracoastal Waterway and Gulf of Mexico to the west, Nokomis is an oasis for boaters with or without motors. The waterways, with their diverse flora and fauna, are especially beautiful to explore by kayak or canoe. For golfers, several challenging golf courses are available.

Oscar Scherer Statepark offers a glimpse of breathtaking nature, and cyclists can ride the “Legacy Trail” to either Sarasota or Venice. But the highlight in Nokomis is Nokomis Beach at the southern end of Casey Key. Casey Key is a narrow 13km long island that connects directly south to Siesta Key. Overlooking Sarasota Bay to the east and the Gulf of Mexico to the west, Casey Key offers visitors spectacular water views from two sides. Two bridges connect Casey Key to the mainland. The Blackburn Point Bridge to the north, is the only remaining swing bridge in Florida. Casey Key Road winds picturesquely south surrounded by subtropical vegetation. Many celebrities have settled here, the most famous among them probably the novelist Stephen King, who winters here in his beach villa.

You will not find any house on Casey Key that exceeds three stories and no larger hotel or apartment complexes. By the southern bridge, Albee Road is home to a few small, charming bed and breakfasts right on Nokomis Beach. Quaint pubs on the intracoastal, a marina with boat rentals, miles of still uncrowded shell beaches, that’s Nokomis Beach. The Saturday “Drumcircle” has become an attraction. Drumming and dancing people celebrate life and the fantastic sunsets. At the end of Casey Key is the North Jetty Park a wonderful place for watching pelicans, fishing and sightings of dolphins and manatees are common.