Moving to Port Charlotte/Sarasota Area? (Bradenton, North Port: where to stay, rentals, house)

[Robin & Kate]

Hi Everyone

I know there has a lot been written on here about the Sarasota area although I can't see much on Port Charlotte?

This is our position; my wife & I are are in our late 40s (young at heart) and our son is 23, we are relocating our business so we don't need jobs.

Looking for a nice area that is within easy reach of good facilities need some night life / bars for our boy plus are there any local soccer teams out there who need players?? For our son! he is a good player!!

Ideally would like a house on a canal/river we will probably rent for the first few months to get to know the area

We are visting the area for 10 days on the 3 April 2008 so all & any info would be great.

Many thanks in advance

[SoFLGal]

I live in the Port Charlotte area and thought I could give you some help. My first question was about your job situation, but I see that you have that taken care of.

You would probably have to travel to Ft Myers or Sarasota for any kind of night life. There isn't a whole lot of night life in Port Charlotte other than maybe Gatorz or Fisherman's Village--Harpoon Harry's.

My daughter plays soccer for the Port Charlotte Soccer league. I'm not aware of adult leagues in the area but I will ask around at her next practice.

You might want to try this website: Rent Me Florida a discount rental service. they seem to have quite a few rentals.

Good luck and welcome to Florida!

[TKramar]

Originally Posted by SoFLGal

I live in the Port Charlotte area and thought I could give you some help. My first question was about your job situation, but I see that you have that taken care of.

You would probably have to travel to Ft Myers or Sarasota for any kind of night life. There isn't a whole lot of night life in Port Charlotte other than maybe Gatorz or Fisherman's Village--Harpoon Harry's.

My daughter plays soccer for the Port Charlotte Soccer league. I'm not aware of adult leagues in the area but I will ask around at her next practice.

You might want to try this website: Rent Me Florida a discount rental service. they seem to have quite a few rentals.

Good luck and welcome to Florida!

I don't recall hearing of any adult soccer leagues, I'm afraid. Not in Port Charlotte anyway. Arcadia, sure...if you speak the language.

I used to hang out at Boomer's just north of Midway. But I preferred going on karaoke nights too.

[AnotherDayInParadise]

The new Buffalo Wild Wings in North Port is open late (1 am during the week, 2 am Friday & Saturday) if by night life you mean sports bar. If you mean live music and/or DJs with dancing, you will need to go to Sarasota or Punta Gorda, which are both 30 minute drives from North Port (city sharing a blurred border with Port Charlotte).

I am not aware of any adult soccer leagues either, but will keep my eyes open. your son could always start one, I'm sure it would be very popular!

[Robin & Kate]

Thanks everyone we appreciate any info

[CraftLadyKim]

Robin & Kate,
Sarasota is a great area full of fun and energy for all ages and there are soccer teams that play all the time in Sarasota. Great place for you and your husband to enjoy the arts and not far from Siesta Key Beach, which has been one of the Top 10 beaches in the world. I have lived in Venice for 9 years now (I tell eveyone I live in Venice and play in Sarasota). There's St Armands Circle, restaurants, plays, comedy, club, downtown market, free concerts (they even close of Main St one Friday a month) movies in the park, Ringling Museum with wine tastings on the grounds, the dog races, polo and I could go on and on. For activity this is where you'll want to be for both you and your son. I would be happy to give you the names of a couple rental companies if you wish. Contact me directly, I'd love to chat more about the area as I love it here!- Kim

[sportsmark]

Robin and Kate,

Noticed that you are relocating to the Port Charlotte area. I am a former semi-professional soccer player myself and I did investigate adult clubs in Port Charlotte (for your son) when I was there. Not much to speak of.

There is an Irish bar in Punta Gorda named Celtic Ray. The owner I believe is from Dublin, like myself. You could ask if they have a team that plays for the bar or your son could start one - usually the best way. There is also the world renowned IMG soccer academy in Bradenton - they could probably assist you more so than myself.

Just wanted to add that we have a vaction rental in Port Charlotte. The house is available in April. It is a brand new 3 bedroom 2 bath home with swimming pool in an attractive part of town. Port Charlotte Fl. Homebuilders rents the home out - the number is 1-800-305-8375 in case you're interested. They also have a web site index They can send you photos and rates. Just ask for the Stokes House On Cadillac Ave. Good Luck

[Robin & Kate]

Thanks mark

The pub team idea is a great one we have already got somewhere to stay next week but thanks for the offer.When we get out there (probably October) we will buy you a pint of the black stuff!