Sanibel Island This charming, quaint beachfront property is perched just steps from the Gulf of Mexico on Sanibel Island. The Sanibel Causeway connects the island to the mainland, and visitors will be able to reach Fort Myers Beach in about half an hour and the city proper within an hour's drive. The property offers a private beach and an outdoor pool in addition to spacious cottages with palm-lined patios and ocean views. The one-bedroom cottages come with a kitchen and dining area, a living area with cable television and sofa bed, and a bedroom with ceiling fan. Guests can make use of the free Wi-Fi internet access and the hotel's handy bicycle rental, all for a peaceful, unhurried island getaway.