The "Nature Coast" is home to numerous lakes and rivers teeming with largemouth bass and speckled perch. While, off the coast, the Gulf of Mexico yields grouper, snapper, sea trout and, on occasion, record-size tarpon. The shallow waters along the coastline provides ideal spots for snorkeling, SCUBA diving, and the harvesting of scallops. Your time spent on the waters of the region will often be rewarded with a glimpse of the huge but gentle manatees grazing on the sea grass, a group of playful otters, or the majestic leap of a dolphin.

Adding to the beauty of the "Nature Coast" are it's magnificent golf courses. Currently, there are dozens of public or semi-private courses offering a variety of challenges for serious or casual golfers. Long waits or delays are rare but many golfers do take the time to appreciate the courses as they weave over, around and through hills, valleys, greenbelts, lakes and wildlife preserves.

If you want something more exciting, most of the major Florida attractions are within a 90-minute drive in Orlando or Tampa. While there, be sure to visit the many factory outlet malls, shopping centers and some of the world’s famous restaurants. If you want world class beaches, visit Clearwater, St. Petersburg and Daytona, to name a few.

Cave Creek builds homes in Marion County "also known as Horse County for its importance to the culture of horse racing and equestrian competitions", Levy, Sumter, Hernando and Citrus County " an absolute nature-lovers paradise".

Leaving town? Go anywhere in the world from the major airports located in Tampa and Orlando which are about a 45 and 65 minute drive, respectively, from the center of the "Nature Coast". Major cruise ships have numerous departures from Tampa Bay as well as from Port Canaveral. Floridians love to explore other parts of Florida. But when it’s time to come home, Citrus County is a welcome sight.