If your dream is to live on the water and enjoy a laid-back lifestyle, then Hernando Beach is the place where your dreams can come true.

Connected by a grid of man-made canals, almost every home in this cozy community has access to the Gulf of Mexico. Bordered by a 6,000-acre wildlife preserve that offers hiking and biking, it is not uncommon to see occasional glimpses of bald eagles, black bears and ospreys.

Hernando Beach homes range in style from cottages to mansions and residents all share the lure of spectacular sunsets and fresh seafood.

Review the communities in the Hernando Beach real estate market to find the perfect home for you.