About 12 miles long and 5 miles across at its widest point, Sanibel Island is located just off of the Florida shoreline, about 20 miles from Ft. Myers. It is connected to the mainland by a 3-mile long causeway. To the north is of Sanibel Island is Captiva Island measuring about 4 miles in length and only half a mile in width. It is connected to Sanibel via a short bridge.
If one had to figure out what a perfectly designed vacation destination would look like - one would probably come up with something very similar to Sanibel Island and the adjacent Captiva Island. However the islands themselves were not planned, they are natural. What was planned is the development of the islands with environmental concerns ranking high on the priority list.
The result of this careful planning is impressive. About two-thirds of the Sanibel Island, on the northeastern side, are occupied by the JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge - the largest undeveloped mangrove ecosystem in America. A carful mix of residential and commercial development occupies the remaining land, including the crescent shaped stunning white beaches on the Gulf of Mexico.
Visitors to Sanibel Island will find accommodations ranging from upscale resorts to privately owned Bed and Breakfasts, a host of restaurants and dinners and numerous shopping opportunities. They will also find stunning natural beauty and great weather yearlong.
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Built on the site of the famous Tarpon House Inn, Sanibel Harbour Resort and Spa offers an enchanting seaside sanctuary. Its Victorian charm and romantic old Florida setting creates an elegant, yet comfortable atmosphere for couples and families alike.
The Sanibel Harbour Resort Condos offers something for everyone, including plenty of beachfront and breathtaking bay views, fitness facilities, tennis courts, health spa and salon.
Escape to this 330-acre paradise on Captiva Island. Recreation at South Seas Resort is extensive and unique, spanning land, sea and air Created by recreation experts, Fun Factory (tm) delivers the ultimate kids' vacation program.
Luxurious home-like setting in a prime Gulf Front location. Only full-amenities resort on Sanibel Island including a kitchen in every room. An array of recreation, fine dining and activities for the whole family.
The Sea side Inn is located on the eastern tip of Sanibel Island, on a beach facing south to the Gulf of Mexico and within walking distance of Lighthouse Point.
Pointe Santo Condos, nestled amidst swaying palm trees, and flowering bougainvillea vines, is a tropical beach front paradise on the Southern tip of Sanibel Island.
The Inn is a casual, gulf front resort on the world famous white sand shelling beach, where you can walk for miles at the quiet end of the island beach.
The Island Beach Club is a beautiful, 75 condo unit Gulf front complex, located off prestigious West Gulf Drive on Sanibel Island, just steps from white sandy beaches and bike trails.
The Song of the Sea Beach Resort is an exquisite European-style resort nestled along the beautiful shores of the Gulf of Mexico near the eastern tip of Sanibel Island.