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| Downtown Punta Gorda at Night |
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The name Punta Gorda means "Broad Point" and dates back to the landing of Ponce de Leon in 1513. It is the only incorporated city in Charlotte County, and is more than 14 miles square with slightly more than 12,000 residents. In 1997, Money magazine ranked Punta Gorda "Second" of the top 20 "best places to live".
Temperatures range from the mid 90s in the summer to the mid to upper 60s in the winter, rarely has the temperature gone below 50 degrees. In the winter, a light jacket is all that is needed to protect anyone from getting a chill; while in the summer, the breeze off the Gulf keeps you comfortable, even on the hottest days. The rainy season is during the summer and early fall. Accompanied by a Gulf breeze the showers roll in about 4 or 5 p.m., just in time to cool things down. Rain rarely stops activities, as the water quickly evaporates and the pleasures of living resume.
The temperature of the Gulf water ranges from mid 60s to mid 80s, with soft, mild winds brushing the shore. The waves rarely reach a height of over two feet, rolling onto the beach with a whisper. Often strolling the beaches are pelicans, herons, egrets, cormorants, ibis and sea gulls. Fishing is a major attraction. For the novice and/or the master angler, area waters are a treat..
Waterfront homes are available for every lifestyle, from family lakefront homes, homes directly on the Peace River and Charlotte Harbor, to your own private canal hide-a-way. Punta Gorda is the gem of the southwest Florida coast can serve your needs with abundance.
Situated approximately 100 miles south of Tampa on the Gulf Coast with easy access from I-75, this community continues to offer leisurely, uncongested and unhurried living. Charlotte Harbor flanks the northwest side of the city offering 129 square miles of sparkling water, clear sunshine, fishing at its greatest, wildlife in abundance and a casual, friendly atmosphere that appeals to those who are seeking the natural pleasures of life.
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The recently revitalized downtown has cobblestone streets and gas lamp streetlights. The residential area features many brick streets lined with huge old royal palms and many old Florida-era tin-roofed homes with wide verandas.
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| Banyon Tree at Best Western |
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An ever-increasing population has spawned an expansion of unique shops and Resuarants that continue to expand the fine reputation of Punta Gorda's charm.
Guided walks along almost 4 miles of nature trails through southwest Florida's ecosystems are free of charge during November through April at the Charlotte Harbor Environmental Center in Punta Gorda.
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| Town Clock |
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Churches outnumber nightclubs (11 to 1), and you're far more likely to see sandals and shorts than designer garb. Little League, Shuffleboard bingo, fishing, golf and gardening are top priorities for residents, when they're not sailing in Charlotte Harbor or enjoying the white-sand beach in nearby Englewood.
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| Babcock Ranch Panthers |
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A Swamp Buggy Eco-tour is also fun for the adventuresome visitor who would like to explore the dark waters of Telegraph Cypress Swamp at the Babcock Ranch..
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Click Below to see the Mural Society's Latest Mural "End of The Line"
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