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Sanibel Island vacation condos our what we specialise in along with high end luxury vacation homes. call your local Emerald Kite agent to learn more about our Array of Sanibel Island vacation rentals. 
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Our Most Popular 5+ Bedroom Sanibel Rentals

Luxury 6 Bedroom Vacation Pool Home in Sanibel Sleeps 11

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  • 5 Bathrooms

Our Most Popular 4 Bedroom Sanibel Rentals

Short Walk to Beach 4 Bedroom Sanibel Vacation Home

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Sanibel Vacation Pool Home Four Bedrooms Sleeps 8 Guests

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Sanibel Beautiful 4 Bedroom Vacation Home with Caged Pool

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Our Most Popular 3 Bedroom Sanibel Rentals

Sanibel Island Luxury Beachfront Vacation Condo - 3 Bedrooms

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Private Pool Sanibel Vacation Home Three Bedroom

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Three Bedroom Walk to Beach Vacation Home in Sanibel

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Our Most Popular 2 Bedroom Sanibel Rentals

Sanibel Two Bedroom Vacation Beach Condo Gulf Front Sleeps 6

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Sanibel Island Vacation Condo Two Bedroom

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Direct Gulf Front Penthouse Sanibel island

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Sanibel Island has an abundance of beach and water activities available year round that will keep even the most active of visitors happy. The Darlington National Wildlife Refuge was set us as a shelter to protect the mangroves as well as many birds and native animals and the park covers close to half of the Island.   Visitors to the Island are welcome to hike, or bike through the many refuge trails along wildlife drive and enjoy breathtaking wildlife and scenic views unmatched by any other South Florida resort area. Additional activities for our visitors include tennis, sailing, snorkeling, golf, paddle boarding, and shelling. For those looking for more laid back, relaxing pursuit’s then the Island has a wide selection of first rate spas, yoga classes and massage services.

Blue Coyote Supper Club
Sanibel Island Golf Club, 110 Par View Drive, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, Florida 33957.

A little more posh than most of the eating establishments on the Island.

Phone: 239-472-9222
My Blue Giraffe
2075 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, Florida 33957.

Great Food and outdoor dining. Located at Periwinkle Place Shopping Center www.MyBlueGiraffe.com

Phone: 239-472-2525, 2075

Sanibel Steakhouse
HIP’S, 1473 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Great Steaks & Seafood, Periwinkle Way across from Billy’s Rentals

Phone: 239-472-5700

www.ChipsSanibelSteakhouse.com
Cip’s Place
2055 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Casual, good food old Florida style. Located at the Forever Green Shopping Center

Phone: 239-472-0223

www.CipsPlace.com


Doc Ford’s Sanibel/Dinkins Bay Raw Bar
975 Rabbit Rd. at SanCap Rd, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Great cocktails and dining with a Caribbean flair.

Phone: 239-472-8311

www.DocFords.com


East End Deli/Sanibel Oasis Cafe
359 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Award-winning Cuban sandwich & house made shrimp salad.

Phone: 239-472-9622

www.FreshTaqueria.com


George & Wendy’s Seafood Grille
2499 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Where the locals go for great Lunch, Dinner & Sunday Brunch

Phone: 239-395-1263

www.sanibelseafoodgrille.com


Gramma Dot’s
N. Yachtsman Dr., Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Dockside dining at the Sanibel Marina.

Phone: 239-472-8138, 634

www.SanibelMarina.com


Great White Grill
2440 Palm Ridge Rd, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

A great place to get a bite. Free delivery service.

Phone: 239-472-0212

www.greatwhitegrill.com


Greenhouse Grill
Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Authentic, Mediterranean cuisine in a European Bistro ambience.

Phone: 239-472-6882,

www.greenhousesanibel.com


Cielo & Cloud 9 Grill
1244 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Casual & fun

Phone: 239-472-5555

www.Ilcielosanibel.com


Tesoro Ristorante
I751 Tarpon Bay Rd., Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Classic Italian cuisine inspired by local fresh fish dishes and locally grown ingredients. A charming bistro style environment.

Phone: 239-395-4022

www.IlTesoro.net


Island Cow
2163 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Dine with the locals an Island favorite!

Phone: 239-472-0606

www.SanibelIslandCow.com


Lazy Flamingo
The Original, 6520-C Pine Ave., Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Enjoy a beautiful sunset view at the local’s favorite restaurant.

Phone: 239-472-5353,

www.LazyFlamingo.com


Lazy Flamingo II
1036 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Phone: 239-472-6939

www.LazyFlamingo.com
Lighthouse Cafe
362 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Best breakfast on the Island, open for dinner.

Phone: 239-472-0303

www.LighthouseCafe.com


Mad Hatter
6467 Sanibel Captiva Rd., Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Exquisite food whilst watching the sun go down.

Phone: 239-472-0033,

www.MadHatterRestaurant.com


Over Easy Cafe
630 Tarpon Bay Rd. @ Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Super fun breakfast hangout. Pet friendly.

Phone: 239-472-2625

www.OverEasyCafeSanibel.com


Pinocchio’s
362 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Best Ice Cream- Outdoor Seating

Phone: 239-472-6566,

www.PinocchiosIceCream.com


Rosie’s Cafe & Grill
2330 Palm Ridge Rd., Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Ice Cream, bakery goods, specialty coffees & treats. Look us up on Facebook.

Phone: 239-579-0807
The Sandbar
2761 West Gulf Drive, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Restaurant & Retail Fish Market. A fresh seafood & steakhouse with a charming casual Island ambiance.

Phone: 239-472-0305,

www.SanibelSandbar.com


Sangria Grill
2430 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Try the house Sangria.

Phone: 239-472-8818
Sanibel Cafe
2007 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Island-style home cooking.

Phone: 239-472-5323

www.SanibelCafe.com


Sanibel Fish House
1523 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Amazing, fresh seafood at reasonable prices & great atmosphere.

Phone: 239-472-5323

www.thefishhouserestaurants.com


Sanibel Steakhouse
1473 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Great Steaks & Seafood, Periwinkle Way across from Billy’s Rentals

Phone: 239-472-5700

www.SanibelSteakhouse.com


Starfish Grille
Holiday Inn, 1231 Middle Gulf Dr., Sanibel Island, Fl.

Friendly, casual island ambience.

Phone: 239-472-7827

www.starfishgrillesanibel.com


Star Bar On The Beach at Holiday Inn
1231 Middle Gulf Dr., Sanibel Island, Sanibel, Fl.

Live music & gulf views, combined with great fun atmosphere.

Phone: 239- 472-8454
Sunset Grill
6536 Pine Ave., Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Beautiful sunset views, exquisite cuisine of local chef Amy Visco. Sample from a great wine selection.

Phone: 239-472-2333

www.sunsetgrillsanibel.com


Sweet Melissa’s Cafe
1625 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Savor unique creations by Chef Melissa Talmage.

Phone: 239-472-1956

www.SweetMelissasCafe.net


Thistle Lodge
2255 West Gulf Dr., Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL.

Enjoy elegant dining in an historic 19th century mansion.

Phone: 239-472-9200

www.ThistleLodge.com


Coconuts Pool Bar Beachfront
A tropical treasure… find it on the Beach!
The Timbers/Sanibel Grill
239-472-3128, 703 Tarpon Bay Rd., Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL. Great steak & seafood choices

www.Prawnbroker.com


Traders Cafe & Emporium
239-472-7242 1551 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL Award-winning bistro cuisine in a European style marketplace setting.

traderssanibel.com


Traditions at Island Inn
239-472-4559 3111 West Gulf Dr., Sanibel Island, Sanibel, FL Fine dining, dancing at the beach

www.TraditionsOnTheBeach.com

When you have had enough “fun in the sun” Sanibel Island provides a wealth of cute boutiques, antique stores and outdoor cafes all awaiting your visit. One of kind art galleries and funky gift shops all compete for your attention and offer a multitude of wares as well as providing you an overall laid back shopping experience. Given that Sanibel is world renowned for its abundance of shells, art collectors and visitors delight in the one of a kind eclectic gifts and art pieces created from these sea creatures armor.   For those visitors seeking the more upscale, European designer stores then we recommend visiting nearby Naples which boasts some of the finest designer shops, shopping malls and outlets in south Florida.

There are several major and international airports located within easy driving distance of Sanibel Island. The most convenient airport is Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) located close to 30 miles from the Island. Sarasota Bradenton (SRQ) is 122 miles.   Tampa International Airport (TIA) offers the best priced options and is 160 miles drive and Orlando airport (MCO) is 179 miles. (Miami International Airport (MIA) is 144-mile drive and Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

By Road

Driving directions to Sanibel Island from Fort Myers

From Interstate 75 Take Exit 131 Daniels Parkway, “SW Florida International Airport/Cape Coral.

Head west on Daniels Parkway.

In 2.7 miles, turn left (south) on Ben C Pratt Parkway / Six Mile Cypress Drive.

After 2.8 miles (crossing US-41), Six Mile Cypress Parkway becomes Gladiolus Drive.

Continue another 1.5 miles and exit left (fly over) onto Summerlin Road.

After 6.0 miles, Summerlin Road turns into McGregor Blvd.

Continue another 1.9 miles to the Sanibel Island toll plaza ($6.00).

Continue 3.5 miles across the Sanibel Causeway to Periwinkle Way (4-way stop) and turn right (west).

Continue west 2.4 miles on Periwinkle Way to Palm Ridge Road and turn right (north).

Palm Ridge Road becomes Sanibel-Captiva Road, continue straight.

After 7.3 miles, Sanibel-Captiva Road reaches the end of Sanibel Island.