The Smallest Post Office in the USA

 

 

You think you’ve seen everything?

Chances are you haven’t seen a post office like the one in Ochopee, a fun little day trip about an hour and a half away from Ocean’s Reach.

This 61-square foot facility measures 8′ 4″ X 7′ 3″ and is officially the smallest post office in the country.  The tiny building used to serve as a storage shed for irrigation pipes for a nearby tomato farm,  » Read more

“Fourth of July” on Sanibel

 

After a two-year pandemic pause, Sanibel is ready to celebrate our nation’s birthday once again this year!

All of our popular Independence Day events are coming back, including our quintessential hometown parade, road rally, fireworks and more.

The perfect “Fourth of July on Sanibel” itinerary?

Bring your appetite to the free pancake breakfast at the Sanibel Community Church (1740 Periwinkle Way) to be held 7:00 –  » Read more

Your One-Minute Sanibel Vacation

 

Take a 60-second break for a virtual mini-vacay!

Many thanks to our friend Pam Rambo at “I Love Shelling” for reminding us of what we love about our little corner of the world.

As she says, “Sit back and relax on a sandy beach watching the pelicans fly by on Sanibel Island with your toes tucked around seashells and salty air.”

Be sure to click this to “Full Screen”  » Read more

Red Tide Update

Ocean's Reach Beach

Photo taken outside of Ocean’s Reach on Weds, Aug 16, 2018 at 3:00 p.m.

 

We’ve received numerous phone calls and emails inquiring about the red tide bloom that reached Sanibel Island near the end of July.  This photo was taken mid-afternoon yesterday, showing “Day-10-and-Counting” of a clean beach outside of Ocean’s Reach.  The red tide air irritants have dissipated, and there’s just a hint of fish odor,  » Read more

Escape to Cayo Costa!

Cayo Costa State Park Beach

Many of us agree that Cayo Costa State Park is the ultimate beach lover’s dream!

Located between North Captiva Island and Boca Grande, this barrier island state park is only accessible by boat.

The remote island is made up of 2,426 acres and nine miles of pristine beaches.  Here, you can truly escape the frenetic pace of life and live your dreams of solitude on a private island.   » Read more

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