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Major Events Coming to Southwest Florida
Are you planning a trip down to Southwest Florida?  Check out some of these big events coming to our area. Did you know Beach Retreats FMB, Inc has vacation rentals all over SW Florida! That's right!  Visit our recently updated, user-friendly website to book your next Florida vacation!

 
 

Craft Beer Fest

November 10, 2019

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Matanzas on the Bay
416 Crescent St Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

Classic Car Show at Rookery Bay

November 16, 2019
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Rookery Bay Learning Center
300 Tower Road Naples, FL 34113 

Cruising the South Cape

November 23, 2019
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

South Cape Entertainment District
1215 Cape Coral Pkwy E Cape Coral, FL 33904


 

 

FEATURED BEACH RETREATS

Anchors Away to Bonita Street

Location, Location Location! Walk steps to the action in Times Square from this beautiful 3 bedroom, two bathroom house that has a gorgeous view of the water through the large open area living room. The living room area is open to the dining area so there's plenty of space for everyone to be comfortable. The fully equipped kitchen is large enough for preparing meals for the entire group of guests. There's a breakfast bar with a few stools for more seating. The sofa bed is located in the family room that's perfect for relaxing and watching TV separate from the activity in the other part of the house. Outdoors is both a charcoal grill and a propane grill. Beach chairs, beach cart, 2 umbrellas and towels are included. There's a washer and dryer in the unit.  SEARCH DATES

Bay Beach Condo

 

Enjoy expansive gulf views in this tastefully decorated 2 bedroom 2 bathroom 10th floor residence. An endless amount of privacy and security awaits you as you pass through the guard gated booth into your private parking garage or use the coded entry door and coded elevator which brings you to your private entrance. Tastefully decorated and furnished with a fully equipped kitchen. This is in an ideal location for the perfect vacation stay. SEARCH DATES

Cape Harbour Luxury Condo #816

 

 Newly decorated 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo with beautiful new quartz counter top in the fully equipped kitchen. Extra attention was given to supplying new small appliances including a coffee pot, hot water pot and extras. Special care was taken in the superb decorating. All new furniture was added inside and also outside on the private screened lanai that stretches from the living room area to the master bedroom. The sliding glass doors from both rooms offer exquisite water views. Besides the fully equipped kitchen, the unit offers a luxurious master bedroom suite with a large walk in closet, spacious master bathroom that includes tub, shower two sinks & private toilet room. There's a decent size dining area and living area perfectly furnished with a flat screen TV. The guest bedroom is also comfortably decorated and the second bathroom is close by with a big shower. Each bathroom has a hair dryer and there's a laundry room for the convenience of the guests. Free parking is provided for up to two vehicles. Cape Harbour offers three restaurants, a gourmet market, shopping and an art gallery. The outdoor restaurant has live entertainment three nights per week. There's also a coffee house that serves breakfast and lunch.  SEARCH DATES

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With the most romantic time of the year approaching us, here are some of our cozier retreats that are perfect for the vacationing couple.  

Carlos Pointe Beach Club
Unit #521

Beautiful 2 bedroom corner condo unit with the best views on the Island. It overlooks the beautiful white sands of the Gulf of Mexico and is directly next to Lover's Key. The water-view is breathtaking. Enjoy amazing sunrises and fabulous sunsets on the lanais where you can sip your morning beverages and enjoy your cocktails at night in the moonlight shining into the beautiful Gulf of Mexico! Located at the southern end of Estero Island where you can enjoy a relaxing vacation. The resort amenities include a gorgeous heated pool, large sun tanning area with ample lounge chairs or sit in the shaded picnic area with plenty of tables. The common room overlooks the pool and one of the best white sandy beaches. You can't beat the great views of the Gulf and Lovers Key State Park right adjacent to the Beach Club. Don't forget about all the great water activities to enjoy including fishing, dolphin watching and all sorts of water sports. There's some of the best shell collecting right next door at Lover's Key. This rents weekly as well as monthly!​ Rates and Availability

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).
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Estero Cove Condo Unit #333

Open Concept, Full Kitchen, Dining, Living Area, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Screened Lanai. The guest room has a door that closes off the guest bedroom to make it another suite. Nice privacy feature. Two minutes walk to the beach. Lots of amenities including a pool, tennis courts, bocce ball, shuffleboard, and barbeque and picnic area. Well maintained community is just minutes to restaurants, shops, trolley stop, public golf course, full-service marina, pharmacy and library. CVS is adjacent to the complex and Santini Marina Plaza is next door featuring numerous restaurants, shops, hardware store & more.

 

Beach Retreats FMB - Large Retreats Edition

Looking for a vacation home large enough to accommodate the entire family or group of friends? Check out some of our bigger retreats that'll make everyone feel comfortable and right at home, with most offering free cable and WiFi.

Cape Coral Vacation Home

 

Freshly remodeled 3 BR home.  Situated right on the canal, the house is located in one of the more beautiful neighborhoods in Cape Coral. Kitchen, tile, and master bathroom tub are all brand new. The property has lots of open space and is a great place for a relaxing getaway this season.  This beautiful house sits on the water in a beautiful Cape Coral neighborhood. The layout is spectacular.  Not far from restaurants, entertainment and activities.

PARADISE ON PEARL

Located conveniently to Times Square and the famous Fishing Pier, this beautifully furnished new home offers three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Master Bedroom Suite has Queen bed and bathroom with double sinks. Large walk in shower. Open great room style with all modern conveniences in the fully equipped kitchen with a breakfast bar and stools. Cable and internet included. Outside the beautifully landscaped property plus gorgeous heated pool. Outdoor seating in a covered over area plus barbecue grill. Double car garage and washer/dryer in home.

PELICAN'S PERCH

Beautiful sunsets from two decks overlooking the water makes this a wonderful place to relax with family & friends and enjoy the outdoors. Heated pool and integrated spa plus a dock for fishing and a gazebo with a hammock for taking a siesta any time of the day! The beach and Times Square are a short 3 minute walk away. Restaurants and pubs are even closer just at the end of the street. Close to the Bay and the Key West Express. Inside the upper level has 2 bedrooms with Queen beds. The lower level is a separate apartment perfect for groups to have some space from one another. It has another fully equipped kitchen, dining area, sitting area, and large bedroom with two Queen beds. Pet friendly (restrictions apply)

REEL PARADISE

Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath home perfect for 8 guests with King bed, Queen bed, two twin beds and sofa bed. All freshly painted the bright cheery interior is perfect for a sunny Florida vacation. The updated kitchen has stainless appliances, granite counters and beautiful custom wood cabinets. The vaulted ceilings add to the open area of the kitchen, dining room and living room. The large front deck is the perfect spot for sitting and sipping morning coffee or evening cocktails! Great location within walking distance to hop on the trolley and head to Times Square or the beach. Lots of water activities and sports in the area and entertainment too!

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Ready for your next beach adventure but not sure what to pack?  Check out these great tips on what to pack for your next beach vacation.  Make sure to check out a few of our featured beach retreats below and book your stay today with BEACH RETREATS FMB.

If you plan your wardrobe out in advance, you are far less likely to overpack or forget a key wardrobe item behind. Preferably, try on the items you would like to pack two weeks in advance. If it’s for Spring Break, just consider this your seasonal “what fits” time that we all have to go through. Try on your white jeans, white tees,  dresses, skirts, bathing suit and coverups. Look them over carefully and make sure that white tee doesn’t need to be replaces (it likely does!). If you need to purchase anything, you’ve got two weeks. If you are down to only three days out … far better than three hours out! Remember these travel necessities, but also know a drugstore is never far away:

• Travel size toiletries
• Stain remover wipes
• Feminine hygiene needs
• Cosmetics/skincare
• Medicines if needed
• Download, borrow or buy a good beach book
• Consider leaving sunscreen and magazine purchases for the beach

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PARADISE ON PEARL

 

Located conveniently to Times Square and the famous Fishing Pier, this beautifully furnished new home offers three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Master Bedroom Suite has Queen bed and bathroom with double sinks. Large walk in shower. Open great room style with all modern conveniences in the fully equipped kitchen with a breakfast bar and stools. Cable and internet included. Outside the beautifully landscaped property plus gorgeous heated pool. Outdoor seating in a covered over area plus barbecue grill. Double car garage and washer/dryer in home.

REEL PARADISE




Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath home perfect for 8 guests with King bed, Queen bed, two twin beds and sofa bed. All freshly painted the bright cheery interior is perfect for a sunny Florida vacation. The updated kitchen has stainless appliances, granite counters and beautiful custom wood cabinets. The vaulted ceilings add to the open area of the kitchen, dining room and living room. The large front deck is the perfect spot for sitting and sipping morning coffee or evening cocktails! Great location within walking distance to hop on the trolley and head to Times Square or the beach. Lots of water activities and sports in the area and entertainment too! 
 

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Planning the PERFECT Holiday Vacation

Are you planning a vacation during the busiest travel time of the year? Such as Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter or major school break?  Anyone knows that it can be a very chaotic time to travel. Here are some tips to help get you through your next major vacation during the holiday seasons. 

1: Do your research.

Plan alternative trips if traffic makes your way home too overwhelming. Is there a scenic drive that might be longer but have less traffic? Break up a long drive by finding a few places to stop that will get the kids more excited than a truck rest stop. When flying, make sure you check the airline's restrictions ahead of time on carry-on luggage and fees for checked bags.

2: Stay connected.

Stock up on the latest travel apps before you leave home. GateGuru gives you approximate times you'll spend in security. Heading out on the road? Find the cheapest gas and cleanest bathrooms on the road with GasBuddy and SitOrSquat.

3: Pack light.

Avoid checking bags altogether if you can. You won't have to wait for your luggage on the conveyor belt, and you won't have to worry about your mom's Christmas present getting lost in Logan Airport. If you do check luggage, make sure you have all your medications, important documents and a change of clothes in your carry-on just in case your luggage gets lost. Here's a family packing list for more tips.

4: Pack earplugs.

Short of doing yoga in the airport, the best way to mentally escape your stressful surroundings is to turn the volume down. And the easiest way to do that is with earplugs. Crying baby next seat over on the plane? Earplugs. Sister's music in the car driving you mad? Earplugs. And if you really want to check out for a bit? Bring an eye mask (as long as you aren't driving).

5: Don't get hangry.

When your tummy growls, your mind can't think straight, and you could unknowingly get in the wrong line, take the wrong turn, or worse, upset an innocent flight attendant. Pack snacks and drinks, so you and your family will be fueled up for a road trip. If you're flying, definitely get some grub before you board the plane, so you won't have to rely on airline food if you're sitting on the tarmac for hours.

6: Ship gifts or give gift cards.

TSA suggests to ship wrapped gifts or wait until you reach your destination to wrap them, as they might have to unwrap a present to inspect it. Ship gifts ahead of time or bring the gift that can't go wrong: gift cards to their favorite store or an Amazon card.

7: Travel on off-peak days.

The Wednesday before Thanksgiving is the biggest travel day of the year and can also cause you the biggest meltdown of the year. A better option is to leave early on a holida and avoid the record traffic the night before. Same goes with flying: If you fly on the actual holiday itself you’ll be avoiding the long lines and hoards of travelers.

8: Travel early or late in the day.

Flight statistics show that planes traveling earlier in the day have a better on-time performance. And if your flight is cancelled, you will have the option of taking a flight later in the day. Also, there will be fewer lines at security. Best time to hit the road? When every one else is asleep — early morning or late at night. You can always take a nap when you arrive at your destination or on the ride there (if you aren’t the driver, of course)

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FEATURED BEACH RETREATS

Carlos Pointe Beach Club

Unit #533

Beautiful Condo with Spectacular Views on Estero Island 4BR, 3BA, 2 Lanais. Newly renovated 4 bedroom condo with the best views on the Island. It overlooks the beautiful white sands of the Gulf of Mexico and is directly next to Lover's Key.  The water-view is breathtaking.   Enjoy amazing sunrises and fabulous sunsets on one of the two lanais where you can sip your morning beverages and enjoy your cocktails at night in the moonlight shining into the beautiful Gulf!   This is a newly updated 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom condo at Carlos Pointe Beach Club.  Located at the southern end of Estero Island where you can enjoy a relaxing vacation. The resort amenities include a gorgeous heated pool, large sun tanning area with ample lounge chairs or sit in the shaded picnic area with plenty of tables.  The common room overlooks the pool and one of the best white sandy beaches.  You can't beat the great views of the Gulf and Lovers Key State Park right adjacent to the Beach Club.  Don't forget about all the great water activities to enjoy including fishing, dolphin watching and all sorts of water sports.  There's some of the best shell collecting right next door at Lover's Key. This rents weekly as well as monthly! ​ Rates and Availability

Carlos Pointe Beach Club
Unit #521

Beautiful 2 bedroom corner condo unit with the best views on the Island. It overlooks the beautiful white sands of the Gulf of Mexico and is directly next to Lover's Key. The water-view is breathtaking. Enjoy amazing sunrises and fabulous sunsets on the lanais where you can sip your morning beverages and enjoy your cocktails at night in the moonlight shining into the beautiful Gulf of Mexico! Located at the southern end of Estero Island where you can enjoy a relaxing vacation. The resort amenities include a gorgeous heated pool, large sun tanning area with ample lounge chairs or sit in the shaded picnic area with plenty of tables. The common room overlooks the pool and one of the best white sandy beaches. You can't beat the great views of the Gulf and Lovers Key State Park right adjacent to the Beach Club. Don't forget about all the great water activities to enjoy including fishing, dolphin watching and all sorts of water sports. There's some of the best shell collecting right next door at Lover's Key. This rents weekly as well as monthly!  ​ Rates and Availability

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Check out some major, upcoming events coming to Fort Myers Beach. Make sure to mark your calendars and book your reservations at one of our many five star retreats.

WINK Taste of Lee

Nov 3, 2018

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12th annual Tin Can Tourist Vintage RV Show

Nov 3, 2018

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Jerry Dycke - Live Music & Dancing

Nov 7, 2018 - Dec 26, 2018

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SoCo Second Saturday Art Crawl

Nov 10, 2018 - Sep 30, 2018

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32nd Annual American Sandsculpting Championship and Beach Festival

Nov 16, 2018 - Nov 25, 2018

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30th Annual Fort Myers Beach Christmas Boat Parade

Dec 1, 2018

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34th Annual Luminary Holiday Stroll

Dec 7, 2018 - Dec 8, 2018

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4th Annual Bluegrass Jamboree
Jan 26, 2019
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10 Packing Tips Every Traveler Should Know 

1. Roll, don't fold.

2. Make a packing list

3. Know your airline's baggage-fee policy

4. Follow the 3-1-1 rule

5. Use your personal item wisely

6. Wash your clothes on the road

7. Pack dual-purpose garments

8. Layer

9. Never check essential items

10. Use packing aids

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SWEET ESCAPE

Beautifully furnished vacation home rental that sleeps six. Gorgeous living room with big comfy furniture, great room style with vaulted ceiling that is open to the dining area and kitchen. TVs, cable service, internet and Wifi are all included. Enclosed porch for comfortable outdoor seating anytime of the day or evening plus laundry room. Walk to Times Square, beach, dining, entertainment. Pet friendly for dogs 25 lbs. and less.
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SEA COTTAGE

On the upper level of the house is a master bedroom with King bed, guest bedroom with two full size beds, and a full size sleeper sofa in the living area. There's a fully equipped kitchen and large dining area. Living room furniture is new and includes a full size sofa and love seat sofa bed. Plenty of lighting plus a large flat screen TV with Dish TV system. There's another flat screen TV in the master bedroom. Internet and WiFi included. On the back of the house is a large porch with screening all around. On the lower level is a laundry room and second bathroom with shower. This location is at the North end of the Island and very close to Times Square. Walk to restaurants, pubs, shoppes, fishing pier, entertainment, etc. Lots of water sports available nearby.
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REEL PARADISE

Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath home perfect for 8 guests with King bed, Queen bed, two twin beds and sofa bed. All freshly painted the bright cheery interior is perfect for a sunny Florida vacation. The updated kitchen has stainless appliances, granite counters and beautiful custom wood cabinets. The vaulted ceilings add to the open area of the kitchen, dining room and living room. The large front deck is the perfect spot for sitting and sipping morning coffee or evening cocktails! Great location within walking distance to hop on the trolley and head to Times Square or the beach. Lots of water activities and sports in the area and entertainment too!

Rates and Availability
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Ready to plan some awesome trips this summer but your budget isn't looking so large? No problem. Check out these great tips on traveling on a budget. 

• Look for free activities
• Book a room with a refrigerator/microwave or kitchen area
• Shop at farmer’s markets and local stores
• Before you book, be aware of the location of where you’re staying
• Carry snacks/water during outings
• Use points or miles
• Look for city tourism cards
• Be flexible when flying
• Stay outside a city
• Rent an apartment instead of having to get two rooms
• Go off season
• Have a big lunch
• Don’t eat in areas that are close to tourist destinations
• Create a budget and stick to it!

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NEW RETREAT!!!

Cape Coral Vacation Home-Waterfront

 

Freshly remodeled 3 BR home.  Situated right on the canal, the house is located in one of the more beautiful neighborhoods in Cape Coral. Kitchen, tile, and master bathroom tub are all brand new. The property has lots of open space and is a great place for a relaxing getaway this season.  This beautiful house sits on the water in a beautiful Cape Coral neighborhood. The layout is spectacular.  Not far from restaurants, entertainment and activities.

 

 

OAR HOUSE

Two bedroom one bathroom home in Times Square on a Canal. Ideal location for walking to the restaurants, the beach, shoppes and entertainment. No vehicle is needed as everything is just a short walk away! Awesome location. Furnished beautifully, galley style fully equipped kitchen, dining at an island, comfortable living room area. Queen size master bedroom, two twin beds in guest room and sofa bed. Bathroom accessible from both bedrooms. All linens and towels included. Sleeps 6.

 

 

COCONUT COTTAGE

Beautifully decorated and furnished 2 bedroom apartment. Fully furnished huge kitchen with gorgeous granite counter-top. Propane stove for cooking. Awesome fireplace with historical value in the living room. All linens and towels included. Bright and colorful to make you feel like you're in a tropical paradise. So close to the beach....just cross over Estero Blvd. & you're there. Beach chairs, umbrella, cooler provided to take with you! Use of the yard for BBQ and outdoor seating. Close to the Library and Bay Oaks Center & Community Pool. Walk to TOPPS Supermarket also. Washer/dryer on site. Internet & WiFi included. Off street parking.Pet friendly retreat.  Restrictions apply. Prices vary by season.v