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The islander Classifieds: Wednesday, Mar. 5, 2008

ITEMS FOR SALE

ANTIQUE FURNITURE: Mahogany buffet, $350. Small antique burl-wood rocker, $200. 941-778-1102.

OCEAN KAYAK FOR sale 15 feet, like new. $500 or best offer. 941-778-1310.

CHINA CABINET, $300. TV armoire, $250. Dining table, $300. Sofabed, chair and ottoman, $450. 725-1130.

REFIDGERATOR WITH ICEMAKER, white, Maytag, $175. Vintage rattan couch with navy oriental cushions, $75. 941-778-8235.

ESTATE SALE: 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, March 7, 205 N. Harbour Drive, Holmes Beach. Large wall unit, table, chairs, French Provincial china cabinet, end tables and sofa. Andrea of Sadak pottery including hall, Roseville and McCoy, mahogany server. Florida-style twin bed set, credenza desk, tray tables, milk glass, recliner, eterge collectables, amps, patio furniture, depression glass, oriental wicker sofa, loveseat and chair. Kitchenware, linens and more. Sale conducted by Palma Sola Estates.

AERIAL PHOTOS of Anna Maria Island. View and purchase online: www.jackelka.com.

OLD-FASHIONED DINER MUGS: $8 (includes tax). Your coffee never tasted so good as when you drink from the old-style mugs available at The islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-7978.

LONGBOAT KEY HISTORY "From Calusas to Condominiums" by Ralph B. Hunter. Signed copies available at The islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. 941-778-7978.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

NIKKI’S ISLAND TREASURES, 5351 Gulf Drive. Huge sterling silver jewelry selection 50-75 percent off. Blackmore lamps, Franciscan ware, Florida paintings and more 20-80 percent off. 941-779-0729.

ISLAND ROCK SCHOOL at the Anna Maria Island Community Center. Guitar, bass, drums, flute, saxophone, clarinet, piano and vocals. Call Scott Achor, 941-778-1747, or Koko Ray Hansen, 941-758-0395. Rock on!

FREE GUN LOCK. Yes, free. Courtesy of the Project Childsafe, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and Holmes Beach Police Department. Free at The islander newspaper office, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Don't be sorry, be safe.

BUTTERFLY PARK BENEFIT: Purchase a personalized brick in the Anna Maria Island Butterfly Park. Two lines, $40. Three lines, $50. Forms at The islander or call 941-518-4431 for more information.

GARAGE SALES

ROSER THRIFT SHOP: Open 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. 9am-noon Saturday. 511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. 941-779-2733.

BRADENTON CHURCH GARAGE SALE: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, March 8. Furniture, housewares, books, clothing, appliances, toys, tools and more! To benefit church mission program. Palma Sola Presbyterian Church, 6510 Third Ave. W. Bradenton.

STREET SALE 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, March 7. Estate items, furniture, clothing, books, tools and lots more. 42nd Avenue, Drive, Cortez. Behind the Sea Hagg.

YARD SALE: Annie Silver Community Center 8 a.m. Saturday, March 8. 103 23rd St., Bradenton Beach.

GARAGE SALE: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, March 7. Huge selection of new and used household items. Also new Easter items at great prices. 608 Concord Lane, Holmes Beach.

LOST & FOUND

LOST: 2-Year old yorkie got out Saturday, Feb. 16, at Flamingo by the Bay. No tags and nursing pups at home. Any info, please, call 941-538-4290 or 941-720-3470.

FOUND! FEMALE ORANGE, grey and black tabby cat Sunday, Feb. 24, at Walgreens on East Bay Drive, Holmes Beach. Pregnant. Please, call Molly, 561-302-0288.

PETS

PARENTS NEEDED for loving homes to foster puppies and kittens until they are old enough for adoption. All food and medical provided. Julie, 941-720-1411.

ADULT CATS in desperate need of loving homes. All are current on vaccines. All applicants screened. Please, call 941-922-0774.

TRANSPORTATION

1991 NISSAN MAXIMA, trouble shifting, cold air conditioner. Some new parts. Runs and drives. $550 or best offer. 941-778-7770.

FOR SLAE: 1997 Ford Windstar van. Six passenger, green, cold air conditioner. 135,000 miles. $2,750. 941-778-2338.

BOATS & BOATING

20-FOOT BAY/flats boat. 150-hp, four-stroke Yamaha with bimini covers, etc. $14,000. 941-704-0065.

FISHING & CHARTERS

KIDS FOR HIRE

14-YEAR-OLD needs work. Willing to babysit, clean, etc. Red Cross trained in first aid and babysitting. Call Alexandra, 941-778-5352.

CALL KENDALL: 15-year old high school sophomore looking for babysitting, pet sitting or dog walking jobs. Four years experience and first aid certified. Great with kids and animals! 941-779-9783.

RED CROSS-CERTIFIED 14-year-old looking for a job babysitting or pet sitting. Experienced with kids! Call Kim, 941-794-8640 or 941-807-0889.

FOR BABYSITTING, PETSITTING or dog walking: Call Ariel and Kayla Jennis, twin sophomores at Manatee High School. CPR and first-aid certified by the Red Cross. 941-778-1746.

ISLAND TUTORING WITH Chris Perez. 15-year-old Manatee High School freshman will tutor elementary or middle school child in math, science and English. Available 3:30-5:30pm Monday-Friday, and weekends by request. Call 941-778-2979. References on request.

RED CROSS CERTIFIED baby/pet sitter. Many Island references. Island resident for 13 years. Hilary, 941-778-5181.

KIDS FOR HIRE ads are FREE for Island youths under 16 looking for work. Ads must be placed in person at The islander newspaper office, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

HELP WANTED

NOW HIRING ALL positions. Rotten hours, rotten pay. Apply at Rotten Ralph's Waterfront Restaurant, 902 S. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria, or call 941-778-3953.

PART-TIME RECEPTIONIST for local-area motel, flexible hours. 941-778-2780.

HOST/SERVER/BUS help sought for days at Ooh La La! Bistro. Apply in person weekdays after 4 p.m., 5406 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT Tingley Library in Bradenton Beach. Friendly atmosphere with great community spirit. It's fun, give it a try! For more information, 941-779-1208.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

GREAT SITE: FORMER service station on strategic Longboat corner. Many business uses possible. $1,300,000. Longview Realty: 941-383-6112.

LIVE IN LUXURY and work at home. Florist business and sign shop attached to a 4BR pool home near beach. Buy either one of the businesses and house for $999,000. Call Longview Realty 941-383-6112. Other businesses also available.

RESTAURANT: SMALL, easy to manage, daytime hours. Fantastic sandwiches, soup, salads, etc. Eat in or to go. Great location in Palmetto, just off the river. Low lease and established business. $55,000. Call, 941-228-3489.

ANTIQUES AND GIFT shop at 5351 Gulf Drive is looking for two vendors. Immediate occupancy. Antiques and Uniques. 941-778-5000.

NAIL TECH OR massage therapist room available for rent. 941-713-5244 to view.

RESTAURANT OPPORTUNITY: Fine dining menu and decor. Fully equipped and operational. Superb reputation, elegant decor, Island location. Ideal situation for chef/family operation. Call 941-730-2606.

HEALTH CARE

NURSES: PRIVATE DUTY. Long-term home care assisting lady with spinal injury. Five hour morning shifts and overnights, 10pm-8am, available. Travel opportunity. 941-383-6953.

SERVICES

LET US DRIVE YOU! Airports, cruise ports. Flat rates. Anna Maria Sunshine Car Service. 941-778-5476.

COMPUTER OBEDIENCE TRAINING. Is your computer misbehaving? Certified computer service and private lessons. Special $40/hour. Free advice. 941-545-7508.

ISLAND PRESSURE CLEANING for great results, wash away mildew, dirt, salt. Thorough, reasonable, reliable. Free estimates, licensed, insured. 941-778-0944.

PROFESSIONAL I.T. SERVICES: Complete computer solutions for business and home. Installation, repairs, upgrades, networking, Web services, wireless services. Richard Ardabell, network engineer, 941-778-5708, or cell 216-509-1945.

WILDLIFE REMOVAL and relocation: Problem solving for all animals, big and small. Call Joe, Westcoast Nuisance Wildlife Service, 941-778-3455, or cell 941-720-4152.

ISLAND MERMAIDS CLEANING Co.: Oldest and best on Anna Maria! 34 years of grateful, happy customers. 941-773-2761.

PREFFERED SOD, ST. Augustine, seville, floratom, palmetto, zpysia. Also available: rip out, installation, irrigation, free estimates. Se habla espanol. Call for prices. 941-345-5299.

FLORIDA'S OWN RODNEY Dangerfield. Available for private parties, corporate events and golf tournaments. Call 781-367-0339.

CAREGIVER FOR THE elderly. 28 years experience, all duties and appointments. Please call Diana 941-545-7114.

TOASTED COMPUTER SERVICES. Your home and business specialist. On-site service, virus/spyware, cleanup, system setup, upgrades, diagnosis and repair, internet/wireless networking, custom system design. 941-224-1069.

AVAILABLE FOR DRIVING (including airports and guided tours), errands, organization and bill paying, petsitting, and other personalized general assistance. My car or yours. Excellent local references. Hourly rates. Ellen 941-896-7902 or emj3@tampabay.rr.com

ISLAND COMPUTER GUY, 37-years experience. On-site PC repairs, upgrades, buying assistance and training. Call Bill, 941-778-2535.

ESP CLEANING: PROFESSIONAL cleaning team serving Anna Maria Island. Call Steve and Maria, 941-345-2162.

EXPERIENCED HOME COMPANION will care for your loved one. Baths, exercise, etc. 941-748-3247 or 941-713-7380.

EXPERIENCED PROPERTY MANAGER, island resident let me manage your long-term rental and keep your property well maintained with my handyman skills. Call Chris Loveless, 941-447-4843.

DESIGNER FOR HIRE! All your graphic needs covered! Print work: logos brochures, brand identity. Web design: Flash, HTML and 3D. Call Jon at Smashcat Studios, 941-778-2824 or 941-545-0192.

BEACH SERVICE air conditioning, heat, refrigeration. Commercial and residential service, repair and/or replacement. Serving Manatee County and the Island since 1987. For dependable, honest and personalized service, call William Eller, 941-795-7411. CAC184228.

ANYONE CAN TAKE a picture. A professional creates a portrait. I want to be at your wedding! www.jackelka.com. 941-778-2711.

NADIA'S EUROSAGE Relaxing, healing massage in the comfort of your home. Call today for an appointment, 941-795-0887. MA#0017550.

TILE AND MOSAIC custom installation, 20 years experience. References available. For a reasonable price, call Sebastian, 941-704-6719.

I DON’T CUT corners, I clean corners. Professional, friendly cleaning since 1999. 941-778-7770. Leave message.

FURNITURE REPAIR AND refinishing custom furniture and built-ins, 25-years experience. Baker Osborne, 941-723-2829.

KAY'S CLEANING. RESIDENTIAL. 15-years experience. Great attention to detail. Dependable, references available. 941-773-0503.

FRAMING, CUSTOM STAIRS and decks, remodeling Licensed/insured with over 18-years experience. Local islander. References upon request. No job too big or too small! Call LoJax Construction today! 941-448-7369.

ANY ODD JOBS? Need a pet sitter or dog walker? Island local, dependable 17 year-old seeks work. Call Zach, 941-779-9783 or 941-224-5854.

CHECK MY HOUSE! When you're away, we stay close to home. We provide full house checking services - when and what you need - to ensure your house is secure and cared for while you are away. Call 941-928-8735, or e-mail check.my.house@verizon.net for details.

UPSCALE NAIL SALON: Nails on the Island. 30 years experience all phases of nail care. Gift boutique, nail products, handbags, jewelry and sunglasses. 9908 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Call for an appointment. Now offering in-home pedicure services. 941-713-5244.

DO YOU WANT AN AWARD WINNING WEB-SITE - Designed, Redesigned & Hosted: We're your first step to create your internet presence on the web. Each web-site is created specifically for your company. Why trust anyone else, use The islander, we're local, professional and award winning designs. Please email, we will be happy to give you a FREE quote. webmaster@islander.org

LAWN & GARDEN

CONNIE'S LANDSCAPING INC. Residential and commercial. Full-service lawn maintenance, landscaping, cleanups, hauling and more! Insured. 941-778-5294.

ISLAND LAWN SPRINKLER service and repair. Your complete irrigation repair company. Call 941-778-2581.

TREES BY BREEZE Inc.: Custom landscapes, tree trimming, property maintenance. Insured. Since 1988. Chris, 941-778-2837.

JR'S LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE Lawns, native plants, mulching, trimming, hauling, cleanups. Island resident 25 years. Call 941-807-1015.

LANDSCAPING

SHELL DELIVERED and spread. $45/yard. Hauling: all kinds of gravel, mulch, top soil with free estimates. Call Larry at 941-795-7775, "shell phone" 941-720-0770.

STRAIGHT SHOT LANDSCAPE. For all your landscape needs. Shell $45/yard. Call Shark Mark. 941-301-6067.

NATURE'S DESIGN LANDSCAPING. Design and installation. Tropical landscape specialist. Residential and commercial. 30-years experience. 941-729-9381.

THE SWISS GARDENER: Full-service landscaping and property management. 15 years Island experience. Licensed and insured. Call Allen anytime. Cell 941-224-8569.

CLOUD 9 LANDSCAPING: Lawn and landscape maintenance. Tree-trimming, mulching, plantings, sod, shell. Many references and insured. Please call 941-778-2335.

ECONOMY TREE TRIMING, hedges, mulching. Lowest prices starting at $15. 12-year Island resident. 941-951-1833, cell.

HOME IMPROVEMENT

VAN-GO PAINTING residential/commercial, interior/exterior, pressure cleaning, wallpaper. Island references. Bill 941-795-5100.

CHRISTIE'S PLUMBING Island and off-Island service since 1975. Repairs and new construction. Free estimates, no overtime charges. Now certifying back flow at water meters. FL#RF0038118-941-778-3924 or 778-4461.

TILE -TILE -TILE. All variations of ceramic tile supplied and installed. Quality workmanship, prompt, reliable, many Island references. Call Neil, 941-726-3077.

CUSTOM RENOVATION/RESTORATION expert. All phases of carpentry, repairs and painting. Thirty years experience. Insured. Meticulous, clean, sober and prompt. Paul Beauregard, 941-779-2294.

GRIFFIN'S HOME IMPROVEMENTS Inc. Handyman, fine woodwork, countertops, cabinets and shutters. Insured and licensed, 941-748-4711.

TILE AND MARBLE Installation:  Many Island references. Free estimates, prompt service. Steve Allen Floor Coverings. 941-726-1802.

JERRY'S HOME REPAIR: Carpentry work, handyman, light plumbing, electrical, light hauling, pressure washing. Call 941-778-6170 or 447-2198.

GUARANTEED A-1 PAINTING service. Get a bid then call Nick, he's the best. Island references. Licensed. Call Nick, 941-727-1448 or 941-962-5131.

HOME IMPROVEMENT: ENTIRE home renovations. Kitchens, baths, cabinets, drywall, carpentry, tile, all floor coverings, painting. Free estimates. Call 941-524-0088.

K&C PAINTING LLC. Interior, exterior, faux. A woman’s touch. Kelly Meshberger. Free estimates. 941-544-8658.

LIGHTHOUSE PROPERTY INNOVATIONS - home improvement experts! Tile, paint, carpentry and more, no job is too small. Please call Chris, 941- 266-7500.

LIGHT CARPENTRY AND home repairs, deck repairs, dock repairs. Retired tradesman and Island resident. Call Steve Doyle, 941-778-1708.

EXPERIENCED BUILDING CONTRACTOR: Carl V. Johnson Jr. Inc. New homes, porches, decks, remodel, repairs, etc. Quality work. Fair price! 941-795-1947. Lic.#RR0066450.

RENTALS

RENTALS available weekly, monthly, seasonal. Wedebrock Real Estate Co., 941-778-6665 or 800-749-6665. www.wedebrock.com.

WEEKLY/MONTHLY/ANNUAL rentals: wide variety, changes daily. SunCoast Real Estate, 941-779-0202, or 1-800-732-6434. www.suncoastinc.com.

PARADISE IN COMFORT at Palm Breeze rentals in Holmes Beach. Two beautifully furnished units in a Key West-style home on a large corner lot. Each unit has 3BR/2BA, washer, dryer and fully equipped kitchen. Heated pool, bikes, grill, etc. Just bring your clothes and a toothbrush and enjoy. www.apalmbreeze.com. 941-730-5126.

ANNUAL RENTAL: ANNA Maria. 2BR canal home. Steps to the beach. Newly remodeled inside and out. Available April 1. Call 813-245-0428.

CHARMING MONTHLY SEASONAL: Condominium. Beach view on Holmes Beach. 2BR/2BA, washer and dryer. Two screened in-decks. Pool. Cross the street on the water. $2,400/month. 813-634-3790.

2BR/2BA CONDO on Anna Maria Island with beautiful Gulf views. Monthly, weekly or seasonal rentals. 941-721-4789. www.annamaria-rental.com.

CONDO: ANNA MARIA, Shell Point. 2BR/2BA furnished. Ground floor on water. Heated pool. Tennis court. Covered parking. No pets, smoking. Coin laundry. Minimum two months. Seasonal rates. First, last, security. 716-861-8016.

GULF VIEWS: ONLY 30 yards to beach. 3BR/1BA, ground-level home with porch. Dead end on Avenue F, Holmes Beach. No pets, nonsmoking. $1,050/month-plus. Yearly lease. Call owner, cell 800-894-1950.

HOLMES BEACH ANNUAL: 3BR/2BA large duplex. Laundry hook-up. $995/month.  $1,000 security. 941-962-5827.

ANNUAL HOLMES BEACH rental. 3BR/2BA, upstairs duplex, clean with big yard. No pets. $1,100/month. Call 941-725-4190.

 

APARTMENT: 2BR/2BA, $875/month and 1BR/1BA, $650/month. Tenant pays utilities on Palma Sola Bay. Move in with security and first month’s rent. (Free month). Call Reed at 941-448-8100.

ANNUAL RENTALS: 2BR/1BA Island home, fenced yard, $950/month. 2BR/2BA Island duplex, completely renovated, $1,100/month. 3BR/2BA NW Bradenton home, great yard and neighborhood, $1,500/month. Please, call Anna Maria Gulf Coast Properties, 941-782-5609.

CONDO ON Holmes Beach! 2BR/2BA beautifully remodeled, seasonal or annual. 941-761-1923.

ANNUAL HOLMES BEACH: 2BR/1.5BA close to the beach, $900/month, shared laundry. Small pet OK. Gulf-Bay Realty, 941-778-7244.

HOLMES BEACH ANNUAL 2BR/2BA elevated duplex with covered parking. Great porch and deck, washer/dryer hookup. $1,125/month. 941-713-3214.

RENTAL: THREE-MONTH minimum or annual. Sarasota Bay view. Large 1BR/1BA, 1,000 sf, on third floor. Two heated pools and private Gulf beach cabana. By owner, 941-545-6118.

I WOULD LIKE to rent your vacant garage. Give me a call at 941-778-9537, Art.

COUPLE SEEKING 2BR/2BA condominium on beach for annual rental. Call 800-456-9646, or e-mail stanleyelectric@verizon.net.

ANNUAL: CHARMING 2BR/2BA elevated duplex in Bradenton Beach. High ceilings, clean. Block to beach. $975/month. Pets considered. 941-725-2549.

ANNUAL GROUND-LEVEL 2BR/1BA duplex. Fridge, stove, washer, dryer, screened lanai, large yard. Pets considered, near community center and short walk to Gulf. $975/month. 941-896-6398.

MARCH 2008 VACATION rental home in northwest Bradenton. Minutes to the beach, updated 3BR/2BA. $750/week. 941-356-1456.

2BR CANAL HOME, close to markets and beach. Nice neighborhood with big yard, circle driveway. Furnished or unfurnished, $1,200 or $1,000. Call, 941-795-0301.

ANNUAL OR SEASONAL duplex in Bradenton Beach. 1BR/1BA, furnished with new carpet. Block from beach. Call 231-425-6571.

ANNUAL 2BR/1BA DUPLEX in Anna Maria, near community center. Laundry hook-up in screened breezeway, water, sewer and trash removal included. $850/month. Call 941-756-8787 or 941-747-5071 or diamond8@mindspring.com.

ANNUAL HOLMES BEACH duplex, 2BR/2BA, garage, screened lanai. Quiet area. No pets. $950/month. 941-776-1789.

WEST BRADENTON TOWNHOUSE: 3BR/2.5BA, 2.5-car garage. Maintenance, pool and cable included. Annual $1,150/month. 941-778-9710.

MARTINIQUE NORTH for April. 2BR/2BA renovated with fabulous Gulf and bay views. Heated pool, tennis, garage. 941-761-4153.

LARGE DUPLEX 2,000 sf with garage in Sunny Shores. Quiet, close to everything, beaches. Available now. $900/month. 941-749-1238.

CONDO FOR RENT: 55-plus condo, 2BR/2BA, washer, dryer, pool. Six-month seasonal. Five miles to beach. $1,200. 941-778-1023.

HOLMES BEACH 2BR/2BA, large, separate utility room with washer and dryer. Plenty of storage. Walking distance to beach. Outside shower with hot and cold water. Central heat and air conditioning. First, last and security. 941-779-2265.

ANNUAL RENTAL 2BR/2BA Bradenton condo. Boat slip, overlooking Tidy Island.1,880 sf, cathedral ceilings, fireplace, basic furniture, water, cable, washer/dryer, heated pool. Non-smokers. Occupancy May 2008. $1,050/month. 941-727-1083.

MARTINIQUE SOUTH 2BR/2BA very nicely furnished. Lanai, full ocean/beach view, garage. Two-month minimum. 423-884-2598.

ANNUAL BEACHFRONT RENTAL needed starting June 15, 2008. 2BD/2BA preferably with heated pool and lawn/pool care provided. Willing to sign two-year lease for right property. Need to accept cats. Call Cheryl Price, 1-800-609-6180, or e-mail me cheryl@contextnext.com if you have a property that fits my needs.

LONGBOAT KEY 2BR/2BA, Gulfview condo with den, community pool and spa. $1,700/month. 941-737-7044.

FLAMINGO CAY IMMACULATE 3BR/2BA, two-car garage, canalfront, boat dock. Washer/dryer and cable included. $1,500/mo. 941-737-7044.

SEASONAL OR WEEKLY cottage-style rentals. 1BR/1BA or 2BR/1BA with pool. Walk to beach, shopping, restaurants. 941-778-3426. Web site 2spinnakers.com.

REAL ESTATE

BRADENTON BEACH CONDO: 2BR/2BA, located steps to the beach and Intracostal. Unit has two floors above parking. Remodeled interior and exterior. $310,000, Call 813-245-0428.

BAYVIEW AND CANALFRONT with pool. 2BR/2BA open plan, new kitchen. Totally upgraded. Dock, three davits. Owner motivated. Not a drive-by, must see inside! $599,000. 404 21st Place, Bradenton Beach by owner. Call Herb Dolan, 941-725-2395.

NORTH BEACH VILLAGE 2BR/2.5BA, townhouse, large living room, pool, storm shutters, $439,000. 941-722-0640 or 941-301-9088.

FOR SALE: SUNBOW Bay (across from publix) condo 2BR/2BA, renovated, furnished, decorated, very well equipped. Two pools, tennis court, fishing pier. Elevator, garage, storage. $350,000. Call 941-778-2042 or fvanmechelen@hotmail.com.

5400 CONDO: 2BR/1.5BA. Gulffront complex with two pools. Great location, 55-plus. www.cflrealestateonline.com/condo. $305,000. 863-412-2612.

KEY ROYALE POOL home on end of canal with large boat basin. Totally updated 2BR/2BA with family room, marble floors, cherry cabinets, Corian countertops and Corian in master bath, Furnished and ready for offers! $899,000. Deborah Thrasher, Wagner Realty, 941-518-7738 or www.flgulfcoast.net.

ON THE BEACH! $399,000!! Condominium with boat dock both remodeled. 941-761-1923.

TRAILERS FOR SALE in Paradise Bay Estates. Starting at $17,000. Bayfront mobile home co-op. Call for a list, 866-231-2300 or 941-795-2300, Sandra Lee LaBarre, P.A., Realtors.

71ST STREET CANAL home. 3BR/3BA, 1.5 garage, vinyl, double-pane windows, two air conditioners, split master. Boat lift and davits. Fruit trees and room for a pool. $729,000. 941-778-1620 or 941-374-7250.

GULFFRONT CONDO, Holmes Beach 1-2BR totally remodeled, stainless-steel appliances. Two pools, carport, fabulous beach, Tommy Bahama furnished. $299,900. 616-540-4343.

FOR SALE BY owner: Waterfront lot, 52 by 110, two feeder docks, zoned ROR. 414 Pine Ave. $595,000 net. 321-783-1373.

BRADENTON BEACH MOBILE home, Pines Park, 2 Church St. Updated, cozy, furnished 1BR, bayview, covered parking and boat slip. $39,450. 941-962-8220.

VILLAGE GREEN VILLA: $144,900 lowest price in Village Green! Updated, move-in condition. Denise Langlois, Village Green specialist, Coldwell Banker, 941-725-4425.

VILLAGE GREEN VILLA: $184,900, dogs allowed! Well maintained, 1,913 sf, two-car garage, minutes to beach. Denise Langlois, Village Green specialist, Coldwell Banker, 941-725-4425.

VILLAGE GREEN VILLA: $239,900, heated pool! Absolutely stunning, crown moldings, Corian counters, hardwood floors, 2,154 sf. $75,000 in upgrades! Denise Langlois, Village Green specialist, Coldwell Banker, 941-725-4425.

POOL HOME, WALK to bay and ten minutes to beach. $239,900 Denise Langlois, Coldwell Banker, 941-725-4425.

WANTED TO BUY on Anna Maria Island: small beach cottage with some owner financing or possible lease option. 541-840-8064.

SANDPIPER 1BR/1BA mobile home. Patio, turnkey furnished, adjacent parking, walk to the beach. $44,900. Call 941-778-5152.

PRE-FORCLOSURE SALE. Waterfront home, nicely remodeled. 3BR/2BA with caged pool, spa and boat dock. Take over payments. Owner direct. 941-356-1456.

100 FEET TO Gulf beach. Low price and low fees. 2BR/1BA nicely furnished. $249,000 or best offer. Realtor. 941-356-1456.

TIMESHARE FOR SALE – Tortuga Beach Club – weeks 24 and 25, June 13 thru June 27, 2008. On the beach, five stars, Sanibel Island. Call for price: 561-791-9010.

VILLAGE GREEN 2BR/2BA, 2,254 sf. Completely updated, completely furnished, two-car garage. Beautiful condition. Reduced to $249,000. 941-792-1809.

THE POINTE AT Mariners Cove: Waterfront 3BR/2BA condo with a deep-water dock and huge, private garage. Open plan offers private elevator entry, fireplace, wet bar, three lanais. Reduced $250,000. Call Barbara Jennings, Michael Saunders & Company. 941-773-0180. Open 1-4p.m., Sunday, March 9

DUPLEX ON TWO lots for sale. Both units 2BR/1.5BA, elevated, park under building. Two deeded lots, one duplex. $710,000. 941-730-2606.

ISLAND ALTERNATIVE: Newly built, over 3,000 sf, northwest Bradenton $619,000. 5BR/3BA with pool. Real Estate Mart, 941-756-1090.

VILLAGE GREEN: MINUTES to beach. Updated 4BR/2BA pool home, $309,000. Real Estate Mart, 941-756-1090.

WATERFRONT ON MANATEE River canal. Dock and boat davits. Beautiful view over river. 2,000 sf, 3BR/2BA home, recently renovated. Great condition. $319,000. 941-795-1806.

FOR SALE: PINES Trailer Park, unit 67, Midge Court. Remodeled 2007. Asking $55,000. 631-258-7722.

FULL GULF VIEWS from most rooms! Also bay and pool views. Turnkey furnished 2BR/2BA end-unit. Nicely updated kitchen with stainless steel and granite. Two large screened balconies, secure building, washer and dryer in unit. Boat dock, tennis court. Good rental income possible. $499,000. Owner, 941-388-5238 or 941-447-2061.

ATTENTION BOATERS! OPEN 1-3 p.m. Sunday, March 9. ?Custom Key West-style home in Cove Sound, Cortez. ?Gated community off Intracostal. Deeded 40-foot boat slip. ?$1,150,000. Lynn Parker, RoseBay Real Estate ?Call for directions. 941-321-2736.

NORTHWEST BRADENTON, MINUTES to beach. Remodeled 3BR/2BA. Oversized two-car garage with family room and fenced yard. $299,000. Owner, 941-256-1456.

LONGBOAT KEY UPDATED 3BR/2BA with two-car garage and private master bedroom suite. $699,000. Real Estate Mart, 941-756-1090.

WHITEFIELD ESTATES 4BR/3BA estate to settle. $299,000 or best offer. Real Estate Mart, 941-756-1090.

SINGLE STORY VILLA with breathtaking golf course views, cathedral ceilings, 2BR/2BA split plan. Course equity. Play year-round for $175. Minutes to beaches, Timber Creek is active 55+ pet-friendly community with elegant clubhouse, heated pool/spa, sauna, tennis and many social opportunities. Pre-listing special $199,000. Open 1-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Turn south at 6100 W. Cortez, take first left to: 4642 Red Maple Rd. Phone 941.794.0475 or 219.221.0661

OUT-OF-STATE REAL ESTATE

NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAIN homesites from $59,900, minutes to Asheville, N.C. Enjoy sweeping mountain vistas, a mile of riverfront, walking/fitness trails and more. Amenities include gated entrance, lodge and riverside barbecue. Excellent financing available. Call for more info or to schedule tour. 877-890-5253, ext. 3484, www.seeriverhighlandsnc.com. Offer void where prohibited by law.

ASHEVILLE, N.C., land bargains up to 30 percent below appraisal. www.seeriverhighlandsnc.com.

TENNESSEE: AFFORDABLE LAKE properties on pristine 34,000-acre Norris Lake. Over 800 miles of shoreline. Call Lakeside Realty today! 888-291-5253 or visit www.lakesiderealty-tn.com.

NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAINS: Almost two acres of beautiful land with breathtaking views near the Smoky Mountains. Large trees and great building site. Only $39,500. 800-632-2212, http://valleytownrealty.com, valleytownrealty@verizon.net.

LAKEFRONT GRAND OPENING! March 15, 2008. Only five acres, $44,900 with deep, dockable water! Save $10,000! Gorgeous wooded acreage. Boat directly to Gulf of Mexico! Excellent financing. Call about no closing costs special, 800-564-5092, ext. 1024.

TENNESSEE LAND SALE! Three acres and log cabin only $59,900! Saturday, March 8! New 2,128-sf log cabin package on three acres of farmland with spectacular views. One mile to Nicklaus designed golf course. Near Tennessee River and recreational lake. Or choose five acres with crystal-clear mountain stream just $34,900. Excellent financing. Call and ask about how to pay no closing costs. 866-999-2290 ext. 1736.

NORTH CAROLINA GATED lakefront community. 150 miles of shoreline and great mountain views. Call now, 800-709-5253.

VIRGINIA MOUNTAINS TWO acres on mountain top near New River State Park, great fishing, view, private, $29,500 must sell. Call owner 866-789-8535.

WATERFRONT ANOTHER HOT Summer? Escape to Wisconsin! Lake Michigan waterfront condo new 2BR with your own protected deep-water dock $235,000. 800-265-2537 www.landsofwi.com.

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