Pelican Cove - The Paradise in Paradise Since Sarasota, considered by many the most beautiful city in Florida, is called a paradise, the Pelican Cove can be easily called the Paradise IN Paradise! It is nestled along the Little Sarasota Bay and secluded in 75 acreas of unspoiled lush tropical gardens. on one of the countrys most attractive stretches of intercoastal waterways and only minutes to the barrier islands and beaches of Casey Key, Siesta Key, Lido and Longboat Key. Pelican Cove amenities include: 87-slip boat harbor, six heated swimming pools, jacuzzi, sauna, fitness room, four lighted tennis courts, basketball, 5.5 miles of nature paths, one-half mile of undisturbed coastline, shuffleboard courts, library & 24-hour gated security. Activities and Attractions: Several social & single clubs, art studio, full woodworking facility, water exercise & fitness classes, Yacht, cinema, bridge, ecology & photography clubs, Plus "Pelican Cove University" for-fun classes in languages, literature, drama, history and much more. Located directly across from the Sarasota Square Mall making us close to retail shops, restaurants, movie theaters, golf courses, and banks.