| freebies include parking and continental breakfast, which is served in a casual seafood restaurant with gulf views. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. theres a heated outdoor pool, along with tennis courts, bbq stations and outdoor games. dating to 1895, this resort on a private beach is 2 miles from jn ding darling national wildlife refuge and 6 miles from bowmans beach. kayak and bike rentals are available. the airy studios include kitchenettes, screened balconies, flat-screen tvs and free wi-fi. suites offer full kitchens, while 1- to 3-bedroom cottages feature beach and/or gulf views, as well as screened-in porches, living rooms and pull-out sofas
Southwest Florida International Airport 45 min
Bowditch Point Park (30 min)
Nature preserve & recreation area with panoramic bay views, trails & access to a swimming beach. Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (6 min)
This non-profit organization with a nature & garden center offers educational programs & events. J.N. 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge (13 min)
A park on the Gulf with over 230 species of birds plus trails, fishing, tours & family activities. Sanibel Historical Museum and Village (7 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. Blind Pass Beach (13 min)
Expansive, sandy beach popular for shell collecting & angling, with sunset views & strong currents. Sanibel Lighthouse (15 min)
The grounds are open to the public to view the exterior of this historic beachfront beacon up close. Captiva Island (22 min)
Tranquil island offering scenic views, long sand beaches, abundant wildlife & fishing. Gulfside City Park Beach (Algiers) (6 min)
Public beach offering picnic areas & BBQ grills, plus bike racks,noutdoor showers & restrooms. Fishing Pier Fort Myers Beach (27 min)
Catches like cobia & bluefish on a pier with a fishing supplies store, shady benches & sunset views. Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum (7 min)
Museum features interactive exhibits with a focus on local shells & a hands-on space for children. Bowman's Beach (13 min)
This beach is popular with beachcombers searching for seashells & offers swimming & picnic areas. Turner Beach (14 min)
Straightforward beach for swimming & saltwater fishing from the shore or rock jetty. Tarpon Bay Beach (4 min) Alison Hagerup Beach - Public Parking - Captiva Florida (22 min)
Pay parking lot with limited spots & access to a relaxed beach with a rocky shoreline. | 
