Wednesday, August 23, 2017

Are you ready for your next family vacation?


FAMILY TRAVEL TIPS

Image result for family travelWe all know packing up the car, the kids, all of your belongings and sometimes even the family pet can become a chore in itself.  Don't fear.  Here are some great tips to make your travel run a little more smoothly. 

Monday, August 7, 2017

August FUN on Fort Myers Beach


AUGUST COMMUNITY EVENTS
 
FORT MYERS BEACH COMMUNITY POOL
2600 Oak Street, FMB. Open MO- SA 10am-6pm; SU noon-6pm. Pool will be closed to the public from Aug 11-20 for maintenance. 239-463-5759
 
FORT MYERS BEACH ART ASSOCIATION GALLERY
Located at the corner of Donora and Shell Mound. Summer Show continues through Oct 5. Free admission. Gallery Hours: WE & TH, 9am-12pm, 239-463-3909. www.fortmyersbeachart.com
 
BAY OAKS RECREATIONAL CAMPUS
Membership is free for all island residents. Visitors welcome. Open MO - SA with activities for individuals and families. Pick up a newsletter for a daily list of activities, or call 239-765-4222 for more information.. 2731 Oak St., FMB.

HISTORIC COTTAGE
Island museum located at 161 Bay Rd, FMB, at the entrance to Matanzas Pass Preserve, houses a collection of artifacts, photos and memorabilia of life on Estero Island. Free. Open WE and SA 10am-Noon.


MOUND HOUSE
Experience Florida’s natural and cultural history where Estero Island’s oldest standing structure sits atop an ancient Calusa Indian Mound. The Mound House is a unique archaeological and historical site on Fort Myers Beach located directly on Estero Bay and offers a variety of programs for local residents, visitors and school groups. The William H. Case House is now open - come see this historic treasure and check out the museum store! Grounds open sunrise to sunset at no charge; Open TU, WE & SA, 9am-4pm. 451 Connecticut Street.
 
FORT MYERS BEACH LIBRARY
Books, newspapers, magazines, Wi-Fi, Play Aways, public computers and fascinating collections. Visitors welcome! Hours: MO –FR 9am-5pm; SA 9am-1pm. 2755 Estero Blvd, FMB. 239-765-8162.



Gardens at Beachwalk
Newly updated 2BR 2 Bath unit, approximately 1100 sq ft on the 3rd floor.  Furnished and includes washer/dryer in the unit.  Very cute with all the rental necessities. Plenty of off-street parking in gated community. Resort style living with a heated community pool, hot tub and bar area. Fitness center and Billiards room. Close to beaches, shoppes & restaurants. Fully furnished. Monthly rental. Sleeps 6. Prices vary by season.
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Hibiscus Cottage 

Bright tropical decor with a spacious living area, sofa bed and large TV.  Fully equipped, newly renovated galley kitchen. Comfy Queen size beds in both bedrooms.  Master bedroom has an en-suite bath with a large vanity and separate water closet with walk in shower.  Through the sliding glass doors from this room is the entrance to the beautiful screened,heated pool.  The pool faces south and gets lots of sun.  Outdoor dining, pool towels provided plus gas barbeque grill. The community park and fishing dock are just 2 doors down. The beach is a short 5 minute walk, easily access the trolley that runs up and down the island. This is a pet-friendly house (restrictions apply).