| Sanibel Island is one of the few places where one can experience Florida in its natural state. Located on the south western coast of the Florida Peninsula, Sanibel Island is a natural refuge for a wide variety of marine life. Restrictions on development in Sanibel Island protect this barrier island, a natural haven for many of the state’s native flora and fauna.
Formed some six thousand years ago by the constant flow of ocean waves, its sandy shoreline, worn smooth with the help of time, contrasts the tall palm trees and gnarls of mangroves that shape the island’s interior. Perhaps it is this landscape that dictates the peace and tranquility felt. As my guests always note, to swim with a manatee or be greeted by a heron each day is not uncommon. Click to read the guestbook.
Sanibel Island is a natural wonder, protected, cherished and enjoyed by residents and visitors alike. As part of the largest bird refuge in the American South, the J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge is home to hundreds of species of birds, not to mention an abundance of mammals, reptiles and marine life. Click to see photos of wildlife.
First inhabited 2,500 years ago, Sanibel Island has been slow to develop and not without intension. Today, residents enjoy the richness of the island while working to protect its natural wonders. Building and development along the shore and within the island is heavily restricted, unlike many of Florida’s other coastal cities. There is a three-story height limit for all development and sixty percent of the island is protected as undeveloped park or refuge land. This is something that I love about Sanibel.
Just 30 minutes south of Fort Meyers, Sanibel Island is truly the laid back alternative with something for everyone. Though the city of Sanibel lacks a single traffic light, keeping the pace of life relaxed, there are enough charming boutiques and tasty restaurants to entertain even the most refined of tastes. That is, if you choose to leave my house! Click to see Fort Meyers and Sanibel from Google Maps.
Secluded in it's own quiet area; my home is at the end of a shell-lined lane on the farthest tip of Woodring Pointe. Surrounded by water on three sides it is literally the only private property intruding into Tarpon Bay, offering an amazing, totally unrestricted view of the sunset each night. Click here to view the floor plan.
Each time I travel to the house, tucked between a forest of mangroves and beach, inevitably a feeling of tranquility envelops me. Truly, this house contains the essence of seclusion with all of the amenities of the modern world. Please, come and enjoy!
Sincerely,
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