Fran Peters and Kim Johnson opened Island Vacations of Sanibel & Captiva in 1998. Fran grew up in the area and remembers coming to Sanibel by ferry and, of course, is happy to answer questions about the Islands.  Her background in hotel management and Kim’s extensive background in property management prove to be a perfect combination for a vacation rental company. In fact, a recent customer survey indicated that 98% of past guests expectations were met or exceeded. Fran and Kim put customer satisfaction as their #1 priority.

Together with their entire friendly and knowledgeable staff, they look forward to hearing from you.  The perfect place to relax and vacation is waiting for you. Please call or email your friends at Island Vacations of Sanibel & Captiva and they’ll help you find the vacation home or condo you’ve been dreaming about. (For a map of condo locations, click here.)

About the Islands of Sanibel & Captiva

There are an abundance of things to do while vacationing on Sanibel or Captiva Island.  Whether you enjoy an active day out in the sun or you prefer a relaxing day taking in the scenery, you will be pleased you chose Island Vacations of Sanibel and Captiva.

The white-sand beaches of Sanibel and Captiva have the foremost appeal for visitors and residents alike.  From the east end by the Sanibel Lighthouse to the residential west end, the beaches present picturesque sunrises and sunsets.  But most of all, the beaches offer world renown shelling.  The island beaches are host to more than 250 varieties. (Please note, live shelling is prohibited).  To learn about the many spectacular shells you’ve collected while staying with us, be sure to visit the home to 30+ shell exhibits, the Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum www.shellmuseum.org. 

Sanibel offers a nature-lover’s paradise with more than 40 percent of the island preserved as wildlife sanctuaries.  J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge www.fws.gov/dingdarling, located on Sanibel Island, is part of the largest undeveloped mangrove ecosystem in the United States.  It is best known for it’s abundance of birdlife, with over 220 species to be found.  You can get a very up-close guided tour of the birds, dolphins, manatees and alligators at the refuge with Tarpon Bay Explorers www.tarponbayexplorers.com. 

Bicycling is one the favorite pastimes for those on the island.  With over 22 miles of scenic bike paths, Sanibel Island keeps bicycle enthusiasts enthralled.  Don’t have room for your bike in your suitcase?  Billy’s Rentals www.billysrentals.com is sure to have the perfect cycle for you, whether you are a novice in need of training wheels or an experienced trail rider.

And for the golfing and tennis aficionados, Sanibel has 2 public golf & tennis clubs with 18-hole courses. The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club www.dunesgolfsanibel.com and Beachview Golf & Tennis Club www.beachviewgolfclub.com are sure to keep you busy trying to hit that hole in one or ace serve.

If you enjoy boating, there are many experienced captains that would love to take you fishing, sailing or even for a peaceful pleasure cruise to catch a glimpse of manatees and dolphins. The pristine waters surrounding Sanibel and Captiva Islands are home to a wide array of fish…making it a fisherman’s fantasy.  The Bait Box www.thebaitbox.com experienced captains will take you to all of the local hotspots to catch redfish, snook, trout and tarpon.

And for a fun evening out on the town, enjoy an early supper at one of Sanibel’s many fine eating establishments. For a complete guide to all of Sanibel’s restaurants, peruse menus and checkout locations at www.cuisine-scene.com.  Then finish off your evening at the Schoolhouse Theater which is Sanibel Island’s only professional musical theater offering Broadway caliber talent in an intimate atmosphere. The Schoolhouse Theater is proud to offer the best family oriented entertainment in one of the world’s most beautiful vacation destinations. For a list of current shows or to book reservations go to www.theschoolhousetheater.com.

For more information about any of these activities, please don’t hesitate to contact us.