Sanibel Island is truly a destination unlike any other — and once you experience it, you’ll understand why so many visitors return year after year. This beautiful barrier island is a protected sanctuary, with more than 67% of its land preserved by federal, state, or private conservation organizations. Development is carefully controlled, allowing nature to remain the star of the show.
When you stay at Colony Inn, you’re not just booking a vacation rental — you’re immersing yourself in a rare coastal environment where wildlife, white-sand beaches, and relaxed island living exist in perfect harmony.
How To Get To Sanibel Island
Getting here is an easy drive from Southwest Florida International Airport. Allow about forty-five minutes to reach the gateway to the islands, the Sanibel Causeway. With naturally beautiful beaches, world-renowned shelling, and some of the most gorgeous Gulf Coast sunsets, you won’t want to miss a vacation to this island oasis. In addition to great food, shopping, and our fabulous Sanibel Island condo rentals, the island offers an abundance of other attractions and activities.
Come, let this special destination enliven your senses. There are no traffic lights, night-time lighting is kept to a minimum and the twenty-five miles of pristine, white sandy beaches are kept in their natural condition. Everything from nature hiking to shopping to shelling can be found near our Sanibel Island condos. Pastel-colored seashells and soft white sand adorn the beaches on Sanibel Island. Lie back on the beach and watch the pelicans and ospreys fish for food. Read a forgotten book or simply do nothing. On Sanibel Island things to do include enjoying excellent restaurants, shopping, accommodations, and children’s activities. If you want an unforgettable vacation (family, business, couples, honeymoon, or simply personal time for you), Sanibel Island, Florida is the place to be.
Things To Do
Sanibel Island, Florida offers endless outdoor activities including swimming, boating, fishing, biking, hiking, paddleboarding, kayaking, and of course — shelling (yes, the famous “Sanibel Stoop” is real!).
The island is:
- A wildlife and bird-watching paradise
- A coastal cultural gem rich in history and art
- A foodie’s dream
- A shopper’s treasure trove
- A shell collector’s heaven
All of this on an island just 12 miles long and 3 miles wide — with much of it dedicated to conservation and wilderness preserves.
Make the most of your Sanibel adventure while enjoying the comfort and convenience of Colony Inn.
