Guidebook for Fort Myers
Food Scene
A locally owned café serving freshly brewed coffee and nationally recognized, homemade doughnuts. Be sure to try the Maple Bacon, it’s delicious! Bennett’s has locations in both downtown Fort Myers and on Sanibel
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Bennett's Fresh Roast
2011 Bayside PkwyA locally owned café serving freshly brewed coffee and nationally recognized, homemade doughnuts. Be sure to try the Maple Bacon, it’s delicious! Bennett’s has locations in both downtown Fort Myers and on Sanibel
An excellent take on modern, homemade American comfort food. Bring your appetite and prepare for leftovers
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CRaVE Restaurant
12901 McGregor BlvdAn excellent take on modern, homemade American comfort food. Bring your appetite and prepare for leftovers
A local favorite! Be sure to try one of their amazing omelets or pancake stacks before heading out for a morning of shelling on Sanibel island or enjoy some fresher grouper after a day on the beach.
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The Island Cow
2163 Periwinkle WayA local favorite! Be sure to try one of their amazing omelets or pancake stacks before heading out for a morning of shelling on Sanibel island or enjoy some fresher grouper after a day on the beach.
If fresh south Florida fish and oysters are your wish, Lazy Flamingo can’t be beat. It’s the quintessential laid back, relaxed Florida dining experience. Locations also in Cape Coral, Pine Island, and Sanibel.
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Lazy Flamingo
1036 Periwinkle WayIf fresh south Florida fish and oysters are your wish, Lazy Flamingo can’t be beat. It’s the quintessential laid back, relaxed Florida dining experience. Locations also in Cape Coral, Pine Island, and Sanibel.
Location, location, location! At the Mucky Duck, while the food is delicious, the view is spectacular! Located on the beach of Captiva Island, the "Duck" (as it's locally referred to), is a great place to enjoy dinner and drinks while catching a beautiful sunset.
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The Mucky Duck
11546 Andy Rosse LaneLocation, location, location! At the Mucky Duck, while the food is delicious, the view is spectacular! Located on the beach of Captiva Island, the "Duck" (as it's locally referred to), is a great place to enjoy dinner and drinks while catching a beautiful sunset.
Just minutes from the cottage, the McGregor Cafe is our favorite Saturday and Sunday breakfast spot. Cute, laid back, and extra yummy! In addition to breakfast, they also serve lunch and dinner. (Breakfast times vary by season. To verify, call 239-936-1771
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McGregor Cafe
4305 McGregor BlvdJust minutes from the cottage, the McGregor Cafe is our favorite Saturday and Sunday breakfast spot. Cute, laid back, and extra yummy! In addition to breakfast, they also serve lunch and dinner. (Breakfast times vary by season. To verify, call 239-936-1771
Don't let the lines out the door deter you. The homemade ice cream at Love Boat is worth every minute (or hour) of wait time. Their sundaes are pure magic in frozen dessert form. Peak hours are from 7:00-9:00 (especially during season) so try to arrive a little earlier than that, perhaps on your way back from the beach.
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Love Boat Home Made Ice Cream
16475 San Carlos BlvdDon't let the lines out the door deter you. The homemade ice cream at Love Boat is worth every minute (or hour) of wait time. Their sundaes are pure magic in frozen dessert form. Peak hours are from 7:00-9:00 (especially during season) so try to arrive a little earlier than that, perhaps on your way back from the beach.
Drinks & Nightlife
Upon entering the Firestone Grille, head towards the elevators. At the top, you'll find the Sky Bar, which offers beautiful panoramic views of the Caloosahatchee River and downtown Fort Myers.
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The Firestone Skybar & Martini Bar
2224 Bay StUpon entering the Firestone Grille, head towards the elevators. At the top, you'll find the Sky Bar, which offers beautiful panoramic views of the Caloosahatchee River and downtown Fort Myers.
Very popular with both locals and craft beer fans alike! Their assortment of brews is completely unique and creative. The brewery often features local and touring musicians so check their website for current schedule.
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Point Ybel Brewing Company
16120 San Carlos BlvdVery popular with both locals and craft beer fans alike! Their assortment of brews is completely unique and creative. The brewery often features local and touring musicians so check their website for current schedule.
Great atmosphere, great drinks. Located in the downtown river district and offers a small menu as well.
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City Tavern
2206 Bay StGreat atmosphere, great drinks. Located in the downtown river district and offers a small menu as well.
Our favorite bar in Fort Myers! If you're looking for a rowdy, rambunctious atmosphere, this is not the place. Instead, The 86 Room, modeled after a 1920s speakeasy, provides a charming trip into the past with its ambiance, silent films projected on the wall, and eclectic performances by local jazz musicians (check website for schedule).
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The 86 Room
22 Patio De LeonOur favorite bar in Fort Myers! If you're looking for a rowdy, rambunctious atmosphere, this is not the place. Instead, The 86 Room, modeled after a 1920s speakeasy, provides a charming trip into the past with its ambiance, silent films projected on the wall, and eclectic performances by local jazz musicians (check website for schedule).
Sightseeing
Visitors to the Edison & Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers will enjoy 20 acres of historical buildings, historic gardens, the Edison Botanic Research Lab and the Edison Ford Museum. The newly restored buildings include the Edison Main House, Guest House, and Caretaker’s House and the Ford House. The 1929 historic landscape is throughout the property including the award winning Moonlight Garden. The Edison Ford Museum has hundreds of inventions, artifacts and special exhibits.
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Зимние усадьбы Эдисона и Форда
2350 McGregor Blvd Visitors to the Edison & Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers will enjoy 20 acres of historical buildings, historic gardens, the Edison Botanic Research Lab and the Edison Ford Museum. The newly restored buildings include the Edison Main House, Guest House, and Caretaker’s House and the Ford House. The 1929 historic landscape is throughout the property including the award winning Moonlight Garden. The Edison Ford Museum has hundreds of inventions, artifacts and special exhibits.
A 3600 square foot butterfly conservatory, shop, and cafe. Truly a delightful experience.
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The Shops at The Butterfly Estates and Florida Native Butterfly Society Conservatory (501c3)
1815 Fowler StA 3600 square foot butterfly conservatory, shop, and cafe. Truly a delightful experience.
Parks & Nature
During the months of December through February, Manatee Park is the place to be for some epic manatee encounters. Alas, the manatees head elsewhere during the warmer months of summer and fall.
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Парк Манати
10901 Palm Beach BoulevardDuring the months of December through February, Manatee Park is the place to be for some epic manatee encounters. Alas, the manatees head elsewhere during the warmer months of summer and fall.
While the beach itself of Bunche Beach is nice, that's not the primary reason to visit. Just prior to reaching the beach, stop at the kayak rental station, grab yourself a boat, and head out on a beautiful journey through a mangrove preserve. Guided tours are also available through Kayak Excursions (http://www.kayak-excursions.com/tours.html)
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Пляж Банче
While the beach itself of Bunche Beach is nice, that's not the primary reason to visit. Just prior to reaching the beach, stop at the kayak rental station, grab yourself a boat, and head out on a beautiful journey through a mangrove preserve. Guided tours are also available through Kayak Excursions (http://www.kayak-excursions.com/tours.html)
One of the most famous beaches in the area for sunsets, and of course, the 120 year old lighthouse. While the lighthouse is closed to the public, visitors can snap some beautiful shots of the exterior. During the winter months, visitors can witness the kite-boarders and their wind-filled parachutes as they fly across the surrounding water. Kite boarding lessons are also available here: http://www.aceperformer.com/
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Маяк Санибел
112 Periwinkle WayOne of the most famous beaches in the area for sunsets, and of course, the 120 year old lighthouse. While the lighthouse is closed to the public, visitors can snap some beautiful shots of the exterior. During the winter months, visitors can witness the kite-boarders and their wind-filled parachutes as they fly across the surrounding water. Kite boarding lessons are also available here: http://www.aceperformer.com/
Take a boardwalk hike through the mangrove preserve, or if feeling adventurous, rent a kayak from the kayak station. Both are beautiful adventures, but if on a kayak, you have the opportunity to paddle out to one of the floating picnic pavilions located on the Caloosahatchee River. Pack a lunch and enjoy your own private river view!
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Экологический заповедник Фор Майл Коув
2500 SE 24th StTake a boardwalk hike through the mangrove preserve, or if feeling adventurous, rent a kayak from the kayak station. Both are beautiful adventures, but if on a kayak, you have the opportunity to paddle out to one of the floating picnic pavilions located on the Caloosahatchee River. Pack a lunch and enjoy your own private river view!
The Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve is over 3,500 acres of wetland ecosystem. The cypress slough (pronounced "slew") catches and slowly filters rainwater on its way towards Estero Bay. A myriad of animals like otters, alligators, turtles, wading birds, and more live at the Slough year-round. Others, like migrating birds and butterflies, use the Slough as a feeding area or a winter home. Truly a beautiful and peaceful place!
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Заповедник Сикс Майл Сайпресс Слоу
7751 Penzance BlvdThe Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve is over 3,500 acres of wetland ecosystem. The cypress slough (pronounced "slew") catches and slowly filters rainwater on its way towards Estero Bay. A myriad of animals like otters, alligators, turtles, wading birds, and more live at the Slough year-round. Others, like migrating birds and butterflies, use the Slough as a feeding area or a winter home. Truly a beautiful and peaceful place!
Cayo Costa is a local treasure. With nine miles of beautiful beaches and acres of pine forests, oak-palm hammocks and mangrove swamps, this barrier island park is a Gulf Coast paradise. Cayo Costa is accessible only by private boat or ferry. Visitors may see manatees and pods of dolphins in the waters around the 2,426 acre park, as well as a spectacular assortment of birds. On the island, visitors can swim or snorkel in the surf, enjoy the sun and picnic in the shade.The nature trails that crisscross the island provide opportunities for hiking. To view ferry times, visit: http://tropicstaradventures.com/
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Cayo Costa State Park
Cayo Costa is a local treasure. With nine miles of beautiful beaches and acres of pine forests, oak-palm hammocks and mangrove swamps, this barrier island park is a Gulf Coast paradise. Cayo Costa is accessible only by private boat or ferry. Visitors may see manatees and pods of dolphins in the waters around the 2,426 acre park, as well as a spectacular assortment of birds. On the island, visitors can swim or snorkel in the surf, enjoy the sun and picnic in the shade.The nature trails that crisscross the island provide opportunities for hiking. To view ferry times, visit: http://tropicstaradventures.com/
For years, Lovers Key was accessible only by boat and it was said that only lovers traveled to the island to enjoy its remote and solitary beach. Today, it is one of four barrier islands that make up this state park. A haven for wildlife, the islands and their waters are home to West Indian manatees, bottlenose dolphins, roseate spoonbills, marsh rabbits, and bald eagles. The two mile long beach is accessible by boardwalk or tram and is popular for shelling, swimming, picnicking and sunbathing. Black Island has over five miles of multi-use trails for hiking and bicycling. The park's concession offers kayak tours, as well as bicycle, canoe, kayak, paddleboard, beach chair and umbrella rentals. For tour reservations and rentals, please call (239)765-7788
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Государственный парк Lovers Key
8700 Estero BlvdFor years, Lovers Key was accessible only by boat and it was said that only lovers traveled to the island to enjoy its remote and solitary beach. Today, it is one of four barrier islands that make up this state park. A haven for wildlife, the islands and their waters are home to West Indian manatees, bottlenose dolphins, roseate spoonbills, marsh rabbits, and bald eagles. The two mile long beach is accessible by boardwalk or tram and is popular for shelling, swimming, picnicking and sunbathing. Black Island has over five miles of multi-use trails for hiking and bicycling. The park's concession offers kayak tours, as well as bicycle, canoe, kayak, paddleboard, beach chair and umbrella rentals. For tour reservations and rentals, please call (239)765-7788
Essentials
Happy Wife Laundromat
15660 San Carlos BlvdFor DIY laundry
Located less than a mile from the cottage, Publix is a large market that provides for all your grocery needs. Hours are 7:00 am-10:00 pm
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Publix Super Market at Colonial Crossings
4600 Summerlin RdLocated less than a mile from the cottage, Publix is a large market that provides for all your grocery needs. Hours are 7:00 am-10:00 pm
A Super Target with full sized grocery area, clothing, home goods, electronics, books, and more.
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SuperTarget
15880 San Carlos BlvdA Super Target with full sized grocery area, clothing, home goods, electronics, books, and more.
Arts & Culture
First-class national theater in southwest Florida! Located in the historic Arcade Theater in downtown Fort Myers. For upcoming shows and schedules, visit http://www.floridarep.org/
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Театр Florida Repertory Theatre
2268 Bay StFirst-class national theater in southwest Florida! Located in the historic Arcade Theater in downtown Fort Myers. For upcoming shows and schedules, visit http://www.floridarep.org/
Located less than a mile from the cottage, the Broadway Palm Dinner Theater offers a fun evening (or afternoon) or dining and the theater. Recent shows have included Funny Girl and The Wizard of Oz. For upcoming shows, visit: http://www.broadwaypalm.com/
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Театр и ужин в Бродвей-Палм
1380 Colonial BlvdLocated less than a mile from the cottage, the Broadway Palm Dinner Theater offers a fun evening (or afternoon) or dining and the theater. Recent shows have included Funny Girl and The Wizard of Oz. For upcoming shows, visit: http://www.broadwaypalm.com/
Entertainment & Activities
A great company to set sail with. Several tour options are available at: http://www.sailmagicwind.com
Magic Wind Adventure Sailing
2500 Main StreetA great company to set sail with. Several tour options are available at: http://www.sailmagicwind.com
With various dolphin & wildlife viewing, shelling, fishing and sunset cruise options, Adventures in Paradise provides a wide range of tours. The sunset dolphin cruises are a hit with our guests!
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Adventures in Paradise
14341 Port Comfort RdWith various dolphin & wildlife viewing, shelling, fishing and sunset cruise options, Adventures in Paradise provides a wide range of tours. The sunset dolphin cruises are a hit with our guests!
Offering kayak tours through the mangrove preserve surrounding Bunche Beach and out to Estero Bay. Kayak Excursions additionally offers tours in various locations throughout the area upon request. To learn more, visit: http://www.kayak-excursions.com
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Kayak Excursions
Offering kayak tours through the mangrove preserve surrounding Bunche Beach and out to Estero Bay. Kayak Excursions additionally offers tours in various locations throughout the area upon request. To learn more, visit: http://www.kayak-excursions.com
Biking around Sanibel is almost a local tradition. At Billy's Bike Shop, you can score yourself some wheels and become an island cruiser in no time!
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Billy's Bike Shop & Segway of Sanibel
2437 Periwinkle WayBiking around Sanibel is almost a local tradition. At Billy's Bike Shop, you can score yourself some wheels and become an island cruiser in no time!
Home to the Florida Everblades hockey team and countless concerts and shows. For upcoming events, check http://germainarena.com/
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Херц Арена
11000 Everblades ParkwayHome to the Florida Everblades hockey team and countless concerts and shows. For upcoming events, check http://germainarena.com/
Spring training home to the Major League Baseball's Boston Red Sox. For game and event schedule, please visit http://boston.redsox.mlb.com/bos/ballpark/jetblue_park.jsp
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Фенуэй Саут Парк
11500 Fenway South DriveSpring training home to the Major League Baseball's Boston Red Sox. For game and event schedule, please visit http://boston.redsox.mlb.com/bos/ballpark/jetblue_park.jsp
Spring Training home to the Major League Baseball's Minnesota Twins. For game and event schedule, please visit http://minnesota.twins.mlb.com/spring_training/ballpark.jsp?c_id=min
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CenturyLink Sports Complex
14100 6 Mile Cypress PkwySpring Training home to the Major League Baseball's Minnesota Twins. For game and event schedule, please visit http://minnesota.twins.mlb.com/spring_training/ballpark.jsp?c_id=min