less than a mile from sanibel lighthouse, this relaxed beachside resort is also 6 miles from j. n. ding darling national wildlife refuge. amenities include a heated outdoor pool, bike rentals, and a coin-operated laundry. most have pull-out sofas. there are also communal bbq areas with picnic tables. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. featuring free wi-fi, the relaxed 1-bedroom condos also have tvs, living rooms, full kitchens and porches. there are also 2 bright and airy detached cottages available, each with modern decor. parking is free Southwest Florida International Airport 38 min
Sanibel Historical Museum and Village (10 min) Living history museum about pioneer life, with 7 restored buildings, from a school to a post office. Lighthouse Beach Park (15 min) A scenic 32-acre park & lighthouse at the island tip with a fishing pier, picnic area & showers. J.N. 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge (21 min) A park on the Gulf with over 230 species of birds plus trails, fishing, tours & family activities. Captiva Island (30 min) Tranquil island offering scenic views, long sand beaches, abundant wildlife & fishing. Alison Hagerup Beach - Public Parking - Captiva Florida (30 min) Pay parking lot with limited spots & access to a relaxed beach with a rocky shoreline. Sanibel Lighthouse (17 min) The grounds are open to the public to view the exterior of this historic beachfront beacon up close. Mound House (27 min) Restored house museum atop an ancient Calusa Indian shell mound, with artifacts & cultural programs. Gulfside City Park Beach (Algiers) (10 min) Public beach offering picnic areas & BBQ grills, plus bike racks,noutdoor showers & restrooms. Lynn Hall Beach Park (21 min) Small beach park with a fishing pier, restrooms, showers & parking, plus picnic & grill facilities. Lovers Key State Park (34 min) Once secluded beach now accessible by boardwalk & tram is home to manatees, dolphins & bald eagles. Bowditch Point Park (23 min) Nature preserve & recreation area with panoramic bay views, trails & access to a swimming beach. Bowman's Beach (21 min) This beach is popular with beachcombers searching for seashells & offers swimming & picnic areas. Fishing Pier Fort Myers Beach (20 min) Catches like cobia & bluefish on a pier with a fishing supplies store, shady benches & sunset views. Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum (12 min) Museum features interactive exhibits with a focus on local shells & a hands-on space for children. Lakes Park (24 min) Park with a freshwater lake for fishing, also offers bike & boat rentals, trails & picnic spots. |