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Bonita Springs offers ‘small town charm’ with a ‘big bright future’, and is an ideal destination for bringing up children.
For families all over the world Florida is the number one choice for vacations, with the attractions of Disney World, and Universal Orlando paired with the unbeatable weather.
But for those looking to make a more permanent move, this beautiful region of Southwest Florida offers a great way of life for families with children of all ages.
Bonita Springs is an especially good choice.
Let’s narrow it down to five good reasons why you should consider a move to this vibrant area:
The City has a population of just over 46,000 and lies between Naples and Fort Myers on Southwest Florida’s paradise coast.
It has a great community spirit, with locals showing bucket loads of the famous southern hospitality to newcomers.
The city itself offers something for everyone, with a wide range of shopping opportunities from the delights of the beautifully landscaped Promenade, where you can browse in high-end boutiques, to finding a bargain at the Flamingo Island Flea Market.
For those that love the outdoors, Bonita Springs has endless attractions.
The long white beaches are the obvious place to start, what could be nicer than living so close to the water?
Bonita is also home to wildlife reserves and sanctuaries, and has miles of walks, cycle paths and wilderness to explore.
When raising children, their safety is always your paramount concern, and while nowhere offers a completely danger free zone, this area of Florida is a relatively safe place to live.
Crime rates in Bonita Springs are low compared with other areas in the state.
This area is also good for your kid’s health, with an air quality index of 5.2%, less than the state and national average.
The job market is also buoyant in Bonita, with the county seeing a steady decrease in unemployment. 3. Education is also a high priority when looking to relocate with kids.
There is a good choice of elementary, middle and high schools in Bonita Springs, all served by the Lee County School Division, and there are many good private schools to consider also.
What about free time? There are always plenty of things to do in Bonita Springs.
The Art League of Bonita Springs hosts local exhibitions and runs educational classes for all ages.
There are golf courses and tennis courts offering membership and training, museums, theatres and sporting arenas.
But by far the best attraction of this lovely city is its proximity to gorgeous beaches.
What better way to spend a childhood than playing on the sand and splashing in the warm surf, keeping an eye out for dolphins as you play?
So, the area is great, the city fantastic, and the amenities check out fine. Now comes the most important decision, where to live?
There is a great deal of choice when it comes to finding property in Bonita Springs. Gated communities are a fantastic choice for families, they are safe, secure and offer a complete lifestyle package with sporting and social facilities.
If the promise of the sea has drawn you to the area, you will find an amazing selection of beachfront homes, some just steps away from the waves.
Whatever your decision, the move to Bonita Springs will be a decision you, and your, kids, will never regret.
