Nokomis is an unincorporated town and census-designated place in Sarasota County, Florida, along the Gulf Coast. It sits south of Osprey and just north of Venice, between the cities of Sarasota and Venice, with a population of roughly 3,400. Small and low-key, Nokomis offers Gulf access without the density of larger coastal resorts. The community's defining feature is its shoreline. Nokomis Public Beach, on the barrier island of Casey Key, provides a relaxed Gulf beach with a restored Old Florida pavilion, and the site holds historical significance as the location of Sarasota County's first public beach. North Jetty Park, on the Intracoastal Waterway, adds a boat ramp, fishing, and a playground, while Casey Key's beaches are known for soft white sand and gentle surf. Waterfront living shapes the residential pattern. Casey Key hosts gulf-front and bayside homes, while the mainland offers canal-front properties, older Florida cottages, and newer subdivisions and townhome communities along the U.S. Highway 41 corridor. Interstate 75 lies just a few miles inland, giving residents quick access to the wider region and to Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport to the north. Public education is provided by Sarasota County Schools, a highly regarded district, with Laurel Nokomis School serving middle grades and Venice High School serving the area's high school students; Pine View School for the Gifted is also nearby in Osprey. The community's mature, water-oriented character attracts retirees and seasonal residents as well as families. Nokomis appeals to those seeking a quiet, Gulf Coast lifestyle with easy access to the amenities of Venice and Sarasota while retaining the charm of a small coastal town.