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The Historic Sanibel Lighthouse, the oldest standing structure on Sanibel and the fishing pier are located 1/2 mile from Sea Winds Cottage. The beach area between the cottage and the Sanibel Lighthouse offers some of the best shelling in the world.
Bring your shell net and join everyone in the "Sanibel Stoop"!



Our Recommendations:
      Groceries - Bailey's (great fresh squeezed orange juice)
     Island Restaurants - Lazy Flamingo, Doc Fords, Sanibel Grill, & Timbers! There are so many great places to eat on Sanibel, these are just a few of our all time favorites!

     Take-out Food - Snappers Hots, Great White Grill. Within Walking Distance - Rosie's Grocery & Deli, East End Deli, Pinocchio's Ice Cream- Listed in National Geographic's "10 Best of Everything" in 2009.

      Breakfast - Lighthouse Cafe, (Within walking distance, Call ahead to put your name on the list! This is a very popular place for breakfast on Sanibel)

     Bike Rentals - Billy's Bikes & Rentals - Order your bikes before your arrival and Billy's will have your bikes delivered to Sea Winds Cottage prior to your arrival and pick them up after your departure at no extra charge www.billysrentals.com