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Canal community with waterfront homes and easy access to the Gulf Coast
Sunset finds boaters tied up at waterfront restaurants in Hernando Beach. Despite the name, Hernando Beach is a canal community, with each section of the neighborhood winding its way to the Gulf of Mexico. “Lots of boaters and kayakers live here,” says Tiffany Flanders, Broker and Owner of Southern Belle Realty, with over $37 million in sales. “It’s a big fishing place with lots of people who like to go out and have fun; plus, being close to the Gulf Coast is a big plus.” Coastal stilt and ranch homes line the canals, often with sport boats docked behind. Balconies overlook boats as they go from the southern canals, over the boatlift and on to the deep northern canals which lead out to the Gulf.
In Hernando Beach a stilt home is the popular style.
The quaint water rich neighborhood of Hernando Beach.
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Paddling out to the Flats and fishing charters around Hernando Beach
Most residents consider the area’s main draw to be the Flats, a massive sandbar northeast of the canal system. Hundreds of boats can be spotted during holidays and summer weekends, where visitors can relax in the shallow water and even grab some lunch at Donnelly's Dockside, a seasonal floating restaurant. Locals and visitors can book charters like Royal Sea Excursions and Adventure Coast Charters out on deep-sea fishing trips, scalloping charters, and private yacht voyages, all helmed by experienced charter guides. “There’s a lot of kayaking in Hernando Beach; it’s a very outdoorsy spot,” says local Broker Tiffany Flanders. Kayakers and paddle-boarders explore the various canals and natural wonders around the Weeki Wachee Preserve, which is also home to Florida's largest remaining population of black bears. Visitors can spot manatees, launch boats and play volleyball on the three acres of artificial white-sand beach of Rogers Park.
The beautiful blue open water of Hernando Beach.
Everyday is a great day for fishing in Hernando Beach.
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Stilt homes and large estates on the waterfront
Canals in the south flow through a central boatlift, connecting boaters to the saltwater canals in the northern section that lead out to the Gulf of Mexico. The roads and canals of Hernando Beach are lined with a mix of stucco and coastal stilt houses with the occasional million-dollar waterfront estate. Most homes along the canal were built with private docks and in-ground pools are also a common amenity. Overall, prices range from $300,000 for modest sized bungalows to between $890,000 and $1.2 million dollars for large waterfront properties. Most of the community’s structures are residential, and over 75% of the community owns a home. The main draw of buying a home in the community is the direct access to the water. “Waterfront homes go quick in this neighborhood,” says local Broker Tiffany Flanders,” the housing market is competitive, and homes sell quick.”
Stunning Hernando Beach homes on deep water canals.
Typically homes in Hernando Beach have the garage on the ground floor with living space above.
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Shop for artwork and decor at the Front Porch Art Walk
Residents walking down Shoal Line Boulevard on the first Saturday of the month will pass through the Front Porch Art Walk. Local artists teach and exhibit their art from vendor tents and Hernando Beach’s local businesses.
Colorful decorations for your Hernando Beach home.
Find your custom decorations and apparel at Sherman's Tropical Trader in Hernando Beach.
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Restaurants on the waterfront and big box stores in Nature Coast Commons
Local businesses flank both sides of Shoal Line Boulevard, from savory seafood restaurants to tour guides and country stores. “Brian’s Place is really good; amazing food, live music, it’s just a really nice place,” says local Broker Tiffany Flanders. Patrons of Brian’s Place enjoy innovative Latin and Italian dishes on a welcoming patio overlooking the canal. A colorful exterior and glistening dolphin statue welcomes patrons into the Silver Dolphin. This family-owned restaurant serves up homemade pancakes and sells homemade fudge and kitschy décor. Shrimp boats leave the dock as guests dig into all-you-can-eat crab legs at Lei-Lo Tiki Hut. Walmart Supercenter and other national chains are available in Nature Coast Commons five miles to the east.
In Hernando Beach the Silver Dolphin has an amazing outdoor space right on the water.
Nature Commons Shopping Plaza near Hernando Beach with great retail options.
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Coding classes and technical education at Hernando County Schools
Hernando County School District oversees the education of Hernando Beach’s public school students. Westside Elementary School teaches pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. It has a range of extracurricular activities, such as a music club and even a robotics and computer science club, teaching kids the basics of coding and engineering. Students move on to middle and high schools like Fox Chapel Middle and Weeki Wachee High. The high school’s college and career programs teach students practical and soft skills to prepare for career fields such as digital design, education and business management.
Weeki Wachee High can spend weekends floating on the Weeki Wachee river.
Fox Chapel Middle is located in Spring Hill, and has 710 students enrolled.
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Shoal Line Boulevard provides quick access to local business and major freeways
Shoal Line Boulevard provides the main roadway into and out of Hernando Beach, leading to nearby parks and shopping centers. “Hernando Beach is close to a lot of other different beaches, and if you have a boat you can get right out in the Gulf within five to ten minutes,” says Brian Kanicki, a local Realtor at 54 Realty with $20 million in area sales. “You’ve got your own little paradise but it’s close to everything. You’re only about an hour from Clearwater and an hour from Tampa.”
Shoal Line Blvd is the main road that brings you into Hernando Beach.
The Hernando Beach marina is the largest marine high and dry facility and a great restaurant.
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Storm risks and emergency plans in Hernando Beach
Hernando Beach is on the Gulf Coast and is no stranger to strong storms. This and other coastal communities experienced intense storm surges, flooding, and destruction of homes and businesses due to Hurricane Idalia in 2023. The community has since improved emergency response plans to prepare for future storms, and residents are advised to take storm preparation seriously by having a plan and paying attention to local weather updates.
Laid back waterfront living in Hernando Beach.
Hernando Beach Rogers Park on the Weekie Wachee river.
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Written By
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Photography Contributed By
David Hall
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