If you are considering making Marco Island, Florida your home or even second home, you will want to know what it has to offer. It is a versatile place to live and caters to both young and old. You won’t feel isolated on this island with the plethora of activities that you can experience. Public Beaches: you will find two large beaches that the public can access. Tigertail beach and South Marco beach are both located on the western shore of the island which gives beachgoers exposure to the Gulf waters and sunsets. Water Sports & Boat Tours One of the highlights of living on Marco Island is the water sports. With over 50 companies in the area catering to kayaking, boat tours, water skiing, jet skiing, boat rentals, paddle boarding, and tubing you can have your pick at the type of water sport in which to participate. Places of Worship: you do not have to leave Marco Island in order to attend a church based on your faith. With Catholic churches, Episcopal churches, Methodist churches, Baptist churches, Lutheran churches and a community church, you are sure to find a home to worship. Spas and Gyms: with warm weather on Marco Island year-round, most residents like to look their best. Many gyms and spas catering to these folks are available within blocks of residential areas. You will be able to enjoy massages, facials, yoga classes, Pilates, and many other types of wellness programs. Shopping: grocery stores are abundant on the island, so your pantry can be fully stocked at all times. Other types of shopping related to the island draw many people out for a stroll through boutiques and galleries. You will also find flea markets and a farmer’s market that is popular with the locals. Parks: if you like to experience nature at its best, walk the trails of the many parks, islands, and beaches on or around Marco Island. Keewaydin Island, Cape Romano, Briggs Nature Center, and Mackle Park are must-sees. As you can see, moving to an island doesn’t have to be isolating. Friends and family can comfortably stay in the many beautiful hotels that dot the shore when they come to visit you in your new home! Contact Harden Custom Homes for information on building your new home on Marco Island. We have years of experience and are confident that we can build your dream home. Call us at 239-205-5075 or contact us through our website at HardenCustomHomes.com.