Treasure Island is unique community along the 23-mile stretch of white sandy beachs that border Tampa Bay. Clearwater Beach has its fancy hotels and Pier 60 activities; St Pete Beach is lined with large hotels... many that have been there for decades. But quirky Treasure Island with its Buccaneer welcome definitely has its own personality!
Mark and I moved to Treasure Island in 2004. We were involved in a small, custom townhome development right on the beach that really seemed to fit our lifestyle. However, we were a bit 'put off' by the little shacks, bright blue surf shop, and low rise motels. It wasn't until living here that we discovered as own slice of paradise!Without the huge crowds that fill the other beaches, this gorgeous stretch of beach sometimes seems to belong just to us. There are beach front restaurants like Caddy's and Sloppy Joe's which are a short walk away for a casual meal on the beach... often with live entertainment.
The beach is particularly wide in front of the Bilmar and it makes a great venue for Concerts and Fireworks. In November, there was an amazing Sand Sculpting contest that brought out artisans from all over the country. This past week, the focus has been on Kite Flying and at one point I counted over 200 kites in the air!!! On Sunday evenings, like with a gravitational pull, drummers and musicians form a circle on the beach and begin a jam session. So much fun to see, hear and experience! I wouldn't trade...
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