Storm Clouds over Hernando Beach, Florida Not unsual for a summer or early fall night in Florida, there is thunder rolling in the distance and the storm clouds are piling up over the Hernando Beach sky this evening.   Tonight it's an eery sight, the setting sun not visible behind layers and layers of storm clouds is turning the remaining daylight a strange yellow twilight this evening only to fall dark shortly soon after.  09/27/2010

Where to Go and What do Do in Hernando County Florida:  Bluesapalooza! Don't know where to go and what to do in Hernando County this weekend?  Go to the 2nd Annual Bluesapalooza sponsored by Hernando County Parks and Recreation. Bluesaplaooza is a music festival featuring a variety of performers.  There will also be food, exhibits, crafts, and a fun zone for kids.  When:  Saturday, September 18, 2010 from 10 AM to 8 PM Where:  Linda Pedersen Park, Hernando Beach, Florida, Shoal Line Blvd Admission:  $5 per adult, kids under 12 are free Come on out and have fun at the Bluesapalooza! Where to Go and What do Do in Hernando County Florida:  Bluesapalooza! 09/17/2010

Another Bank Owned Home SOLD!!! by Roy Barnhart & Gail McKay Florida Luxury Realty 4138 Lily Dr. Hernando Beach, FL. 34607 Another Bank Owned Home SOLD!!!! by Roy Barnhart & Gail McKay Subdivision: Hernando Beach 4138 Lily Dr. Hernando Beach, FL. 34607 Sale Price: $181,900 Sale Date: 07/29/2010 3/2/3+Car Garage, Pool, Jacuzzi, Waterfront This Bank Owned home is located in the prestigious community of Hernando Beach Unit 11, which is located in Hernando County Florida. The home has great deep gulf water access and is only one canal away from the open Gulf of Mexico. The home is just a short boat ride to great fishing and the world famous Weeki Wachee River, were the manatee's and mermaids play in the 72 degree crystal clear water from the springs. This Bank Owned Featured a split floor p... 08/17/2010

Just Sold:  Hernando Beach Florida Waterfront Building Lot   Just sold in Hernando Beach - waterfront building lot located along wide saltwater canal with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico.  This lot features seawall with kneewall. List Price:  $79,900        Sell Price:  $60,000      Terms:  Cash, not a distressed sale. Lot size:  0.16 acres with 70 ft waterfront and seawall. With outstanding values like this waterfront lot, waterfront living can be affordable.  Good properties at prices that are favorable to the buyer can be found throughout this waterfront community of Hernando Beach, Florida.  Whether you are looking for a vacant waterfront lot for sale to eventually build your dream home, or whether you are looking for an existing waterfront home for sale in Hernando Beach, ther... 08/06/2010

Florida Waterfront Living: Evening in Hernando Beach, Florida After a few hot summer days, we had some heavy thunderstorms moving through Hernando Beach earlier today.  After unleashing rain, lighting and thunder, nature seemed to relent and rewarded us with one very spectacular sunset.  Take a look how the sky over Hernando Beach turned bright orange as the sun dipped into the Gulf of Mexico.     Florida Waterfront Living:  Evening in Hernando Beach, Florida 07/24/2010

A Barracuda in Hernando Beach? 12 Inch Baby Barracuda in the Canal off of Lily Dr in Hernando Beach Florida 34607. While I was doing a weekly inspection for one of my vacant waterfront listings on Lily Dr, I a came across a baby 12 inch Barracuda sunning by the sea wall. This is the first Barracuda I have ever seen in the Hernando Beach canal system and the second Barracuda I have ever seen in shallow water in the region. The only other Baracuda I saw was over 10 years ago at the end of my fishing line in 2 foot of water just north of Bayport where the Weeki Wachee River meets the Gulf of Mexico.   How Much is My Home Worth? Find My Dream Home! www.Barnhart-MckayHomeSellingTeam.com 07/08/2010

Happy Independence Day! With all that is being said about Independence Day and Fourth of July celebrations, here is a quote by the great American columnist, Erma Bombeck, who I think said it best:   "You have to love a nation that celebrates its Independence every July 4th, not with a parade of guns, tanks, and soldiers who file by the White House in a show of strength and muscle, but with family picnics where kids throw Frisbees, the potato salad gets iffy, and the flies die from happiness. You may think you have overeaten, but it is patriotism." Erma Bombeck  (1927-1996) Hope you will enjoy a Happy Fourth of July! 07/03/2010

Bank Owned Home For Sale Located in Hernando Beach Great Waterfront Frontage Roy Barnhart & Gail McKay Florida Luxury Realty Hernando Beach Homes for Sale Bank Owned Located in Hernando Beach 4138 Lily Dr. Hernando Beach, FL. 34607 3/2/3+Car Garage, Pool, Jacuzzie, Waterfront This Bank Owned homeis located in the prestigious community of Hernando Beach Unit 11, which is located in Hernando County Florida. The home has great deep gulf water access and is only one canal away from the open Gulf of Mexico. The home is just a short boat ride to great fishing and the world famous Weeki Wachee River, were the manatee's and mermaids play in the 72 degree crystal clear water from the springs. This Bank Owned Home features a split floor plan, inside laundry room, a den, cathedral ceilings, 3+ car... 06/07/2010

Foto Friday:  Time to Relax It's been another hectic week and I'm glad it's Friday.  This was the view I enjoyed this evening - just a little backyard relaxation!  A fine breeze, some whispy clouds, the sun just having set... the perfect way to end the day.   06/04/2010

Hernando Beach Florida Observes Memorial Day "For love of country they accepted death" President James Garfield The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9236 in Hernando Beach, Florida, will observe Memorial Day with a ceremony beginning at 11:00 AM on Monday, May 31st.  This will be an outdoor event with color guards, Hernando County Sheriff as guest speaker, tribute by Marine Corps League Det. 1002, and a performance by the Nature Coast Children's Chorale.  The public is invited to attend the Memorial Day service in remembrance for those who have died in our nation's service. The VFW is located on Shoal Line Blvd in Hernando Beach, Florida. Hernando Beach Florida Observes Memorial Day 05/30/2010

What to do and Where to go in Hernando Beach Florida:  Blessing of the Fleet The annual Blessing of the Fleet is taking place this Saturday, April 17, 2010 at the Hernando Beach Yacht Club at Shoal Line Blvd in Hernando Beach, Florida. The annual event draws participants with their boats from Hernando Beach and surrounding areas as well as spectators to watch the blessing of the boats.  The day will begin with an assembly of club members and guests, introduction, and presentations by members of the Hernando County Port Authority. The boats will then line up by the boat slips behind the club building to await their turn to be blessed.  Catch a boat ride on one of the boats, as they will then proceed down the Hernando Beach canals to the Gulf of Mexico where a wreath laying ceremony will ... 04/16/2010

What to do and Where to go in Hernando County Florida:  Reggae Sunfest 2010 The Hernando County Parks & Recreation Department presents its Reggae Sunfest on Saturday, April 17, 2010 from 2 PM to 10 PM at Linda Pedersen Park in Hernando Beach, Florida. If you enjoy reggae music by legends such as Bob Marley to today's best reggae performers, this is the place to be this Saturday afternoon. Listen to the steel drums while enjoying some family fun, food, exhibits, or browse the craft vendors.  Beer and wine will be available at this event. Entry Fee:  $5.00       04/15/2010

Hernando Beach Florida Waterfront Homes for Sale:  Hernando Beach Open House 4096 Camelia Drive Come to this waterfront home for sale in Hernando Beach Florida during the Open House event on Saturday, April 10th, 1PM and see for yourself what this home has to offer.  Waterfront living on wide saltwater canal that leads directly to the Gulf of Mexico for boating, swimming, fishing, and other water fun.  Beautiful views from all windows of the house! 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 baths, open floor plan. $325,000   REDUCED!!!  $298,900 For more information about Hernando Beach Florida waterfront homes for sale, information about the Hernando Beach area, or if you are looking for a Hernando Beach Florida Realtor, please contact me. 04/08/2010

Waterfront Living:  You know what a Reef is... but what is a Reef Ball? Whether you live near water or not, you know what a reef is.  Simply stated, it is something that lies below the water surface, that has formed either naturally or artificially and may become a habitat for various life forms living in the water. But what is a reef ball? A reef ball is an artificially created object that has been put in the water to create just such a habitat.  If you enjoy diving or snorkeling, you may have already seen one of these objects.  If you have never seen a reef ball, below is photo of an example that can be seen at the entrance of Jenkins Creek Park in Hernando Beach Florida.  I have to admit, I have always wondered what this curious looking thing is and what it is for.  So what use is a ... 03/21/2010

January and February 2010 Real Estate Market Report:  Hernando Beach, Florida - Hernando Beach South Neighborhood Hernando Beach South is the only deed-restricted neighborhood in the waterfront community of Hernando Beach, Florida and is the newest subdivision in this waterfront community.  In addition to homes for sale, many waterfront building lots are also still available for sale. Residents of Hernando Beach South have use of a private boat ramp to launch boats into the freshwater canals of the community.  Hernando Beach South is located in area of Hernando beach with indirect access to the Gulf of Mexico as boaters are using a boatlift to gain access to the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico. While inventory of homes for sale in Hernando Beach South has remained stable, average and ... 03/20/2010

January and February 2010 Real Estate Market Report:  Hernando Beach, Florida - Hernando Beach Central This market report covers the neighborhood of Hernando Beach Central, which has  indirect access to the Gulf of Mexico as boaters are using a boatlift to gain access to the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The neighborhood of Hernando Beach Central is characterized by wide and deep freshwater canals many  of which are fed by springs.  This neighborhood is bordered to the west by protected grasslands and affords great views to the open Gulf of Mexico from many properties. Inventory has slightly increased in Hernando Beach Central with list prices being lower and thus decreasing median and average list prices.  There were no sales in this neighborhood in January and February 2010. Numb... 03/20/2010

Birdwatching on Florida's Nature Coast:  Dockside Observation  Waterfront living brings quite a variety of water birds to backyards and canals. While taking photos for one of my Hernando Beach waterfront homes for sale, I noticed this Yellow-crowned Night-Heron landing on the floating dock that belongs to the house.  The Yellow-crowned Night-Heron is an all year resident of Florida.  This particular one is male in breeding plumage.  His long crown feathers are resting on his back as he was watching me watching him! Working as a waterfront Realtor and working with waterfront homes in Hernando Beach, Florida has its special rewards especially if you enjoy Florida nature and birdwatching as I do.    03/19/2010

Real Estate Market Report:  Hernando Beach Florida - Direct Access to Gulf of Mexico - January to February 2010 Hernando Beach, Florida, homes for sale come in a variety of styles, sizes, and price ranges.  Hernando Beach, Florida is a residential waterfront community with waterfront homes located along wide and deep saltwater canals.  There are neighborhoods in Hernando Beach Florida that have direct access to the Gulf of Mexico and other neighborhoods in Hernando Beach require the use of a boatlift, thus are identified as "indirect" access areas.   This market report covers the "direct access" neighborhoods of Hernando Beach, Florida. Hernando Beach, Florida, is located in Hernando County on the west coast of Florida with convenient access to Tampa and Orlando International airports a... 03/09/2010

Hernando Beach Real Estate is where you'll find homes for sale in Hernando Beach and Hernando County by a Hernando Beach Realtor *Click here to view current mls listings in Hernando Beach*  Click Here to Research Schools in Hernando Beach by AddressThis is an MLS home search for Hernando Beach homes, Hernando Beach land for sale and Hernando Beach real estate market, School information, Buyers Tips, Seller Tips, Relocation assistance available.  You will find in this search Hernando Beach condos homes land townhomes investment properties condos and villas and luxury homes for sale. Driving distance to Disney, Beaches, Busch Gardens, Lowry Park, Sea World.  Live the Florida Lifestyle everyday, not just while on vacation or on holiday.  Please let me if there are any questions that you ma... 02/16/2010

Birdwatching on Florida's Nature Coast:  Cold Weather triggers Feeding Frenzy Waterfront living brings quite a variety of water birds to backyards and canals.  This winter has been unusually cold in Hernando Beach and the water temperature in the Gulf of Mexico and the canals has dropped.   The first thing I do in the morning is to look outside.  For several weeks I've noticed literally dozens of Cormorants swimming, diving, and feeding in the saltwater canal behind our house.  Pelicans and Great Blue Herons usually are also nearby looking out for scraps. Apparently, the cold water is affecting the fish by slowing down their movements and the birds take advantage of this to catch an easy meal.  Normally, these birds fly off quickly when feeling disturbed; however, this morning I was luc... 02/11/2010