Florida Bed and Breakfast Inns

Bokeelia Florida sits on the northern tip of Pine Island, in Southwest Florida. Cape Coral is 20 minutes southeast of Bokeelia and Fort Myers is 30 minutes to the northeast. Pine Island is a unique environment on the Gulf Coast, sheltered as it is by the outer islands of Sanibel, Captiva and Cayo Costa. Its coastline is dotted with more mangroves than beaches, and it exudes a secluded, rural charm. Guests of Bokeelia Florida Bed and Breakfasts will find the island warm and welcoming.

Bokeelia is one of several small communities on Pine Island. Others include: Matlacha, a fishing village with burgeoning art galleries, shops and restaurants; Pineland, where there are impressive Calusa Indian mounds and the island's only golf course; and St. James City, home to many of the island's residents. Bokeelia itself is part fishing village, part farming community. Guests of Bokeelia Florida Bed and Breakfasts enjoy a wide variety of locally grown exotic fruits such as the carambola and the lychee.

Some of the most renowned beaches in Florida are a short, scenic boat ride from Pine Island, on the outer islands to the west: Sanibel, Captiva, and Cayo Costa State Park. The warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico are ideal for snorkeling and swimming, and the coastline is fun to explore by kayak or canoe. Fishing, hiking, biking, or simply searching for shells are glorious ways to pass the days.

Matlacha Pass Aquatic Preserve runs along the eastern edge of Pine Island, from San Carlos Bay to Charlotte Harbor. Paddle through waterways shaded by mangrove trees and explore hidden coves in this tropical paradise.