Rich Taylor has specialized in the luxury real estate market of Boca Grande, Fla., since 1995 when he began building long-term relationships with his clientele based on integrity and dedication.
East Shore Acres is located on the eastern (bay) side of Boca Grande. Many properties in this neighborhood boast private docks or easy access to deep-water canals, providing a direct gateway to world-class fishing and the Intracoastal Waterway. The community is characterized by elevated coastal architecture and a mix of full-time and seasonal residents who prioritize water access and a tranquil residential environment.
Housing Types: Primarily elevated single-family homes designed to maximize views of Gasparilla Sound. Many feature private docks and boat lifts.
Landmarks: The Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) and the scenic "Bay Side" vistas that look toward the mainland.
Shopping & Dining: Residents often frequent The Pink Elephant (accessible by boat or cart) or head to the village for the Boca Grande Farmers Market.
Fun Things to Do: Night fishing off your private dock or paddleboarding the calm, glass-like waters of the Sound at dawn.
Don’t Miss (Vacationer): Renting a boat for the day to explore the "sandbars" and out-islands like Cayo Costa, just across the water.
Don’t Miss (Local): The sunrise. While everyone else is focused on the sunset, East Shore residents get the island’s best morning light and bird-watching.
A Day in the Life: The East Shore Boater
7:00 AM: Coffee on the dock while watching the dolphins hunt in the calm morning waters of the Sound.
9:00 AM: Launching the boat for a morning of backcountry fishing or a run to Cabbage Key for a "Cheeseburger in Paradise."
1:30 PM: Rinsing the salt off the boat and grabbing a casual lunch at The Hills Restaurant at the nearby Coral Creek Club.
4:00 PM: A slow golf-cart cruise along the bike path to see friends on the Gulf side.
7:00 PM: Fresh-caught fish dinner on the lanai, enjoying the cool evening breeze off the water.
Rich Taylor has specialized in the luxury real estate market of Boca Grande, Fla., since 1995 when he began building long-term relationships with his clientele based on integrity and dedication.