With the distinct privilege of bordering acres of natural park land along the Boca Ciega Bay, Heather Acres is a comfortable, residential neighborhood with excellent schools and outdoor adventures close at hand. The Millennium Park runs along the entire western border of Heather Acres and is designated by the state as a “Great Florida Birding Trail.” Residents can enjoy sweeping bay views from the park observation tower, visit the barrier-free playground, take the dogs to the dog park, and launch small watercrafts.
Neighborhood children attend Seminole Elementary, Seminole Middle and Seminole High School. Opportunities for higher education include nearby St. Petersburg College Seminole Campus and the University of Tampa, which are about 30 minutes to the east. Pinellas bus and trolley public transportation options allow easy travel to the beaches, destinations throughout Pinellas County, and the virbrant metropolitan area of Tampa.
The Seminole area surrounding Heather Acres offers exceptional golfing at the bay-view Tides Golf Club and the private Seminole Lake Country Club. The area includes family restaurants, mainstream national chains, and beachside coffee shops. Heather Acres is situated between two major malls in Largo and at Tyrone Square.
Local attractions include the Clearwater Beaches and jazz festival, Tampa’s Florida Aquarium and Museum of Science and Industry, and St. Petersburg’s Tampa Pier and Salvador Dali Museum. All within easy commutes, the variety of activities keeps Heather Acres residents entertained.