Burnt Store Marina – Punta Gorda, Florida
Welcome to Burnt Store Marina, a premier Punta Gorda, Florida community situated right on Charlotte Harbor. Situated on the west coast of Florida, Burnt Store Marina is a favorite destination amongst boaters and was voted by Sail magazine as one of the ten best places to sail. Only 10 miles away from the Gulf of Mexico, the 270 square mile Charlotte Harbor is also known as the second largest estuary in the state.
The Burnt Store Marina Community
The Burnt Store Marina community attracts boaters, fishing enthusiasts, and water lovers from around the state and country each year. The gated community itself features 626 acres of astounding estate homes, condominiums, villas, single family homes, and high rise buildings. Amenities offered directly within the community include boating (of course), tennis courts, a fitness center, and an astounding 27 hole executive golf course.
Boating at Burnt Store Marina
Burnt Store Marina is the largest marina found on the west coast of Florida. The marina itself features over 500 wet slips and almost 300 dry boat storage units. Boaters from around the state of Florida are often found flocking towards Burnt Store Marina to spend the evening. The marina is flanked by miles of sheltered cruising spots and the waters off the coast of Charlotte Harbor are known as some of the best fishing waters in the world.
You don’t have to be a boat owner or boat enthusiast to enjoy the waters off the coast of Charlotte Harbor, either. From Burnt Store Marina you’ll find dozens of opportunities for day-trips and live-aboards, either for fishing or merely cruising some of the nearby fisherman’s villages in the rest of Punta Gorda, North Captiva, and Cabbage Key.
Dining in Burnt Store Marina
Those in search of a great meal won’t need to go far. Within Burnt Store Marina you’ll find two incredible dining establishments – Pignoli and Porto Bello. Pignoli is the community’s famous marketplace, featuring deli choices, specialty sandwiches, and delicious homemade entrees. You can order casual food to eat on the deck or to take home or you can make reservations for the restaurant’s weekly four-course Saturday Night Bistro event.
Porto Bello is an astounding waterfront sit-down restaurant where you’ll enjoy live entertainment and freshly prepared entrees while enjoying the Punta Gorda, Florida nightlife with family and friends.
Off the Shores of Charlotte Harbor
Off the shores of Charlotte Harbor, easily accessible from the slips at Burnt Store Marina, you’ll find some of the most beautiful barrier islands off the coast of Florida. Visitors to these islands will find themselves surrounded by trout, redfish, pompano, and a myriad of other beautiful creatures that live within these waters. From Burnt Store Marina you’ll enjoy visiting not only the barrier islands but some of the other surrounding towns, including Boca Grande and Port Charlotte – all charming destinations you can access by boat or car.
Burnt Store Marina is one of the most expansive yet beautiful residential communities in the Punta Gorda, Florida area. Visit soon and see for yourself!