Fort Myers Beach

There are many nature preserves in the area which offer a wide variety of activities for the active and not so active vacationer. You can go kayaking, canoeing and walking to see birds, fish, alligators and if you are lucky manatees and otters as well as all types of flowers and trees (such as the Corkscrew Cyprus). Check out the Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, Tarpon Bay and the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary. You can go to these places on your own or utilize organized tours, if you prefer.

There are some special architectural/historical tours, such as the Ford & Edison homes, and plenty of outlet shopping malls nearby. We found this particular time of the year provided few cultural activities such as plays or concerts.

There are lots of good restaurants for eating and dining and casual attire is acceptable everywhere.

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Generally, except for January 15 through April 15, a discount program (The Entertainment Book) is available for use at many local restaurants and activities. This book was available for purchase at the resort where we stayed.

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We found the unit to be spacious enough for the two of us but would have felt cramped in the living room and dining area if there had been two other adults with us. The unit is air conditioned and all rooms have ceiling fans.

All units at the resort have beach view screened balconies. The one bedroom units have the widest beach view from the balconies. The balcony is accessed via sliding glass doors from the master bedroom and the living room. The balcony has a chaise lounge, a table with four chairs, and a ceiling fan with light. A great place to watch the spectacular sunsets.

The unit has a large TV and VCR player with remotes in the living room and a small TV with remote in the bedroom. Cable TV is provided but no premium channels are available.

The unit has its own washer/dryer (detergent not provided). The full kitchen has a dishwasher (detergent provided), sink with garbage disposal, stove, microwave, coffeemaker, toaster, popcorn-maker, and refrigerator. All dishes, glasses, pots, pans, linens, paper towels, and plastic garbage bags are provided. There is a separate dining area with a table and six chairs.

The resort has a heated outdoor pool and an outdoor hot tub (which my husband used and enjoyed). Barbeque stoves are available for guest use. There is direct beach access.

There is a small lobby with seating area and a small game room with a pool table, VCR tape rental machine (limited selection of tapes), activity brochures, and a mini lending library.

As is usual at a timeshare, there was an orientation session (with coffee and donuts) to share information about the resort facilities and area attractions. The sales staff was friendly and available, if sought out by you.

• Unit Type: 1 Bedroom
• Activities: Fair
• Amenities: Fair
• Unit Satisfaction: Good
• Family Friendliness: Good
• Service: Good

During 2002-2003 the Entertainment Card (discount program) is accepted here excluding January 15 through April 15. The price range indicated above is for lunch. Dinner would be $10 to $15 more. Although this restaurant is about a half hour drive from Fort Myers Beach it is worth the effort.

During 2002-2003 the Entertainment Card (discount program) is available excluding holidays and Friday and Saturday during January 15 through April 15. The above price range is for dinner.

During the 2002-2003 season, the Entertainment Card (discount program) is accepted any evening. The above Price Range is for dinner.

During the 2002-2003 season the Entertainment Card (discount program) is accepted, excluding January 15 through April 15. The above price range is for dinner.