CITRUS COUNTY- FLORIDA'S MOST NATURAL ATTRACTION

If variety is the essence of the Florida experience, then from it's unspoiled shore on the Gulf of Mexico to it's rolling hills and it's sparkling lakes, Citrus County residents have it all.

Located at the hub of Florida's Nature Coast, 70 miles north of Tampa and 60 miles northwest of Orlando, Citrus County rises from the clear, azure waters of the Gulf of Mexico in the west, to the rolling green pastures where thoroughbred horses graze in the county's central region and falls again in the east to the streams, lakes and thick forest of the Withalacoochee region.

On the northern and eastern borders, the Withalacoochee River presents 45 miles of riverfront beauty and recreational opportunities. Northeast of Inverness, the long, lazy Withalacoochee River helps refresh the Tsala Apopka chain of lakes, a 23,000-acre bass-rich playground for fishermen and a wetland home for a dozen species of bird and mammal considered rare elsewhere in America.

Along US 19, bisecting western Citrus County, a string of first and second magnitude springs give birth to Citrus County's other protean, crystal clear river's, including the Homosassa, the Chasshowitzka and the Crystal. Flowing at a constant temperature 72 degrees, these spring-spawned rivers provide the endangered West Indian Manatee, America's largest fresh water mammal, with it's flavored winter home. The people of Citrus County take pride in assisting state federal efforts to protect this American cousin of the elephant. Large herds of manatees are seen from November through March.

Few counties in Florida enjoy a more salubrious year-round climate than Citrus. Summer days average 82 degrees, moderated by constant breezes from the lakes and the Gulf of Mexico; while winter lows average 62 degrees. Rainfall averages 45-52 inches, most of it falling in the summer months.

Benefiting from well managed growth for the past 2 decades, Citrus County is now home to more than 130,000 people and expected to grow to over 140,000 by the year 2010..

In Citrus County, The Economy Is As Healthy As the Environment.

Citrus County's economy is driven by tourism, retailing, construction, services and agriculture. Limerock is mined along the county's border in cooperation with Hernando County and dolomite is mined in the northwestern corner of the county.

Florida Progress is one of the county's largest employers operating 5 plants at its Crystal River Complex. This important power complex also includes a museum and information center.

Citrus County boasts Florida's largest natural amphitheater. Rock Crusher Canyon features a beautiful 90-foot craggy Canyon wall as a backdrop to the largest covered outdoor stage in Florida with extraordinary acoustics. Festivals and concerts are scheduled throughout the year. The facilities include a state of the art RV site for 400, along with primitive camping sites and a 20,000 square foot covered pavilion.

A sophisticated network of medical services are available to all Citrus County residents, anchored by 2 major hospitals. Citrus Memorial serves the east side of the county with it's brand new state of the art open heart surgery center, while Seven Rivers Hospital serves the west side of the county.

Making Your Move Easier

When it comes to making a move in Citrus County, it just makes sense to turn to a real estate professional who cares about your needs and will go the extra mile to meet them.

As a real estate professional, David Bramblett has made it his passion to know everything he can about relocating to, from or within the Citrus County area. Those who have worked with David appreciate knowing the purchase of their new home is in the hands of such a capable and trustworthy real estate agent.

To order the following complimentary relocation guide, just check the box to the left of the title and click "Send Me" at the bottom. You will then be prompted to enter your mailing information. David will mail you the guide shortly after receiving your request.