Tarpon Tale LLC a Delaware LLC sold the Tarpon Tale Inn(Constructed in 1964) to Tarpon Tale LLC, a Florida LLC under the management of Joseph Lavigne based at 8930 Bay Colony Dr. Naples, FL for $3,300,000.00 on December 10, 2021 according to the Official Records of Lee County, FL. Link to the Inn's website: Tarpon Tale InnAddress: 367 Periwinkle WaySanibel, FL 33957Sanibel is heaven on earth.....Best wishes to Mr. Lavigne on his new acquisition! 12/11/2021

TROPICANA CO-OP INC~c/o Atlas Law PLLC based in Tampa, Florida sold the mobile home community located at 16711 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33908  to TROPICANA OWNER LLC, a Delaware LLC c/o Mr. Frederick L Klein of DLA Piper LLP based in Washington DC on September 29, 2021 for $44,386,296.41.Mr. Michael Bedke of DLA Piper LLP based in Miami prepared the Special Warranty Deed on behalf of the buyers. Daniel J. Kelly VP of Tropicana Co Op, Inc executed the deed in Lee County, FL.Community FeaturesYear Built: 1970Number of Sites: 470https://lnkd.in/ec4i3sWV 10/05/2021

The Iconic Ireland Marina, which is also home to Gramma Dots Saloon on Sanibel Island sold for $3.3 Million in June 2021 to SWFLA Investments LLC, according to the Lee County Clerk of Court-Official Records.Site Address:634 N YACHTSMAN DRSANIBEL, FLThe full service marina features:Fuel DockShip's Store65 slips for boats up to 70′Nestled on the southern tip of Sanibel Island sits the charming, tranquil Sanibel Marina~Home to Ireland Yacht Sales & Gramma Dots.FUN FACT: Gramma Dot (Dorothy Sterns) arrived to Sanibel in 1963. She is the grandmother of Myton Ireland. Both the Sanibel Marina and the restaurant remained in the Ireland family until this month.I hope the new owners maintain the feeling you were "stuck in time" when you visited "Gramma Dots"!#Realtywise#GRAMMADOTS#Irelandfamily#M... 06/18/2021

Veteran’s Home Loans for Sanibel FloridaIf you are reading this, you or a family member have likely served in our military.  First off, we would like to say a sincere “Thank You” for your service!  We recognize that not only do our Veterans sacrifice by serving, but their families do as well-, and we owe you all a debt of gratitude!One of the best benefits Veterans and their families receive due to their service to our great country is the VA home loan benefits.  We are going to outline just a few of these significant benefits in this article for you. Here are some of the major benefits you may receive by using your VA home loan benefits:*100% financing available- one of the very few loans available with no down payment!*Lower rates available than most loan programs- which saves you mon... 06/02/2021

Joe Kendall Realtor has been selling southwest Florida for over 17 years and a past Resident Realtor of Sanibel Island and Resdent Realtor of Cape Coral Florida understand the Waterfront and Beach Lifestyles of Southwest Florida. Buying or selling it's always best to talk to Broker Joe!Here is his contact information.Cell 239-560-0726 or Emil brokerJoe@me.com 05/24/2021

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We went to the beach about 2 weeks ago and I always enjoy the breathtaking views driving across the Sanibel Island Bridge in FL. This bridge is three miles long and you'll need to pay a $6 toll to enter the Island and there is not toll leaving the Island. There are two causeway islands between San Carlos bay and Punta Rassa where you can pull over and go for a swim, fish or simply relax with your favorite beverage or reading a book!   Sanibel and Captiva beaches have beautiful blue waters and white sands where you can find lots of amazing seashells. If you are visiting and want to live in this area give us a call to answer all questions you may have about the housing market. Let us help you to find your piece of paradise here in SWFL. 239-284-8637 Abby Stiller - Local Realtor with REMAX... 05/19/2020

 Sanibel Island Florida Real Estate Market . Joe Kendall Broker with Keller Williams Realty of Fort Myers & The Islands. This is the 2019 4th Quarter Market Report for Sanibel - Captiva Island Florida  When Buying or Selling a home on Sanibel Island, it's important to work with a Realtor / Broker that will keep you well informed on the ever changing real estate market. Current conditions such as Water Quality,  sold activity, Florida Insurance rates all play a roll in the current market values.When buying, selling, building or investing it.s always best to talk with Joe Kendall Broker with Keller Williams Realty of Fort Myers & The Islands.    02/05/2020

Bailey’s General Store and Chef Karl from Sanibel Catering Company have released the food and Champagne pairings for the Nicolas Feuillatte Champagne tasting event December 5, 2019 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way. Guests will experience the full portfolio of Champagne from Nicolas Feuillatte, the #1 selling Champagne in France and have an opportunity to purchase the Champagne at a discount for their holiday shopping. The tasting event will begin with the Brut Reserve NV, with aromas of apple, pear and peach intermingled with curry and turmeric spices paired with a curried pear slaw. The second course will be the Brut Rosé NV, an extremely delicate mousse with a fruity finish and red fruit aromas, paired with cranberry dijon glazed salmon skewers. ... 11/22/2019

A limited number of tickets are on sale now for the Nicolas Feuillatte Champagne tasting event at the The Community House, a gathering place for Sanibel Island activities operated by the Sanibel Community Association (SCA). Hosted by Bailey’s General Store, guests will experience the #1 selling Champagne in France for an evening of bubbly. Guests will enjoy the full portfolio of Champagne from Nicolas Feuillatte at this perfect opportunity to do pre-holiday shopping. In addition, Chef Karl from Sanibel Catering Company will be doing a holiday themed cooking presentation. The event will be December 5, 2019 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 2173 Periwinkle Way. Tickets are $20 per person and reservations can be made online at baileys-sanibel.com/purchase-tickets-now or by phone at (239) 462-... 11/05/2019

Bailey’s General Store has released the wine menu for its Patz and Hall Winery tasting event at the The Community House, at 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, on October 22, 2019 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. A limited number of tickets are on sale now. Guests will enjoy luxury wines, light hors d’oeuvres, discounted wine prices and education by Wayne Ballard, a wine industry expert. Also, Chef Karl of Sanibel Catering Company by Bailey’s will entertain guests with a live cooking demonstration. The lineup of wines include a 2016 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay with green apple and spicy pear aromas; a 2016 Sonoma Coast Chardonnay featuring flavors of spicy pear, lime zest, yeast and toffee; a 2015 Hyde Vineyard Carneros Chardonnay, with layered aromas of fresh peach, orange peel, walnut, wet earth, ca... 10/14/2019

A limited number of tickets are on sale now for the Patz and Hall Winery tasting event at the The Community House, a gathering place for Sanibel Island activities operated by the Sanibel Community Association (SCA). Hosted by Bailey’s General Store, guests will enjoy luxury wines, light hors d’oeuvres, education by a wine industry expert and discounted wine prices. The event will be October 22, 2019 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 2173 Periwinkle Way. Patz and Hall Winery specializes in single vineyard chardonnay and pinot noir, which are great food-friendly wines often enjoyed with Thanksgiving dinner. Wayne Ballard, Business Development Director for brands including Patz and Hall, Champagne Nicholas Feuillatte, and Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars will be the guest speaker. Also, Chef Karl of... 09/23/2019

Bailey’s General Store is now serving beer and wine at its coffee bar daily from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Gateway Gold and High Five IPA, locally brewed craft beers from Fort Myers Brewing, are now available along with White Claw Mango hard seltzer. Twelve ounce servings of beer are $5. In addition, Bailey’s is serving red wine, Josh Cellars cabernet sauvignon, and a white wine, William Hill chardonnay. Each five ounce wine serving is $9. Guests can enjoy their beverages on the verandah in front of the store. Bailey’s hopes to add more beer and wine menu items in the future. Bailey’s Coffee Bar has been meeting the needs of Sanibel residents and visitors for over 110 years. In addition to the new beer and wine service the coffee bar offers hot and iced espresso coffees, hot chocolate, smoothies... 09/12/2019

Chef Karl of Sanibel catering Company has released the menu for the J Vineyards Luxury Wine Tasting, hosted by Bailey’s General Store. Up to 50 guests will enjoy wines paired with a Pan-Asian themed hors d’oeuvre menu. The luxury wine tasting experience will be August 21, 2019 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Advanced reservations are $20 per person. Guests will be able to experience new wines, learn more about J Vineyards and their outstanding California wines, and order wine at a special, event-only price. Reservations can be made by calling Calli Johnson at (239) 472-1516 or online https://baileys-sanibel.com/purchase-tickets-now. The wine pairings will include the Brut Rosé with a shrimp and lobster dumpling; the Pinot Gris with a man... 08/13/2019

A limited number of tickets are on sale now for the J Vineyards Luxury Wine Tasting, hosted by Bailey’s General Store. Up to 50 guests will enjoy wines paired with an hors d’oeuvre menu created by Chef Karl of Sanibel Catering Company. The luxury wine tasting experience will be August 21, 2019 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. The featured guest is Lindsey Auchter DWS, CS, CSW, Director of Consumer Experience at J Vineyards & Winery. Guests will be able to experience new wines, learn more about J Vineyards and their outstanding California wines, and order wine at a special, event-only price. Advanced reservations are $20 per person and includes assorted hors d’oeuvres paired with a variety of wines from J Vineyards and an interactive prese... 07/29/2019

A limited number of tickets are on sale now for the Villa Maria wine tasting hosted by Bailey’s General Store. Villa Maria is New Zealand's most awarded winery and employs more than 250 permanent staff, grows 28 different grape varieties, and exports wine to over 60 countries worldwide. The event is July 5, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at The Community House, a gathering place for Sanibel Island activities operated by the Sanibel Community Association (SCA) located at 2173 Periwinkle Way. Guests will enjoy light hors d’oeuvres, education from a Villa Maria wine expert and discounted wine prices. Tickets are $10 per person. Reservations can be made by calling Calli Johnson at (239) 472-1516 or online https://baileys-sanibel.com/purchase-tickets-now.About Bailey’s General Store The bu... 06/10/2019

 Sanibel Island Florida, Brand New Construction Home Presented by Joe Kendall Broker with Keller Williams Realty of fort Myers & The Islands. Broker Joe talks about this Sanibel Island Home and Buying and Selling homes in Southwest Florida.FOX 4  Interviews Broker Joe Quiet location, Custom Home thoughtfully designed to fit specifically into the natural environment of its Dinkins Bayou area surroundings on Sanibel’s north end with a minimum of impact to preserve the natural vegetation of this large, heavily wooded lot and maintain that “Olde Sanibel” Lifestyle we cherish.This home is nestled in just across the street from The Sanctuary Golf Club’s Arthur Hill’s Designed 14th fairway. Walk ½ block to launch your Kayak into Dinkins Bayou.Store your flats boat securely below your home and ... 06/03/2019

     A limited number of tickets are on sale now for the Antinori Wine Dinner, a charitable event to raise funds for The Community House, a gathering place for Sanibel Island activities operated by the Sanibel Community Association (SCA). Hosted by Bailey’s General Store, the dinner and wine pairing will showcase Marchesi Antinori’s Italian portfolio. The Antinori family has been winemaking for over six centuries since 1385 and is the winery renowned for making the famous Super Tuscan, Tignanello. The featured guest is Drew Connor, State Manager for Antinori.  Up to 40 guests will enjoy a dinner featuring wines paired with locally sourced cuisine created by Chef Karl of Sanibel Catering Company. The local menu and wines pair perfectly with Bailey’s commitment to serving their community.... 05/15/2019

The team from the Sanibel Fire and Rescue District won the Lee County Chili Challenge held April 13. Several main ingredients of the winning chili recipe were sponsored by the butcher shop at Bailey’s General Store. The event raised more than $3,000 benefiting local causes including Honor Flight, South Trail Fire District Firefighter Charlie Russo and Injured Warriors Fund. The Sanibel Fire District, Fort Myers Fire Department, South Trail Fire and Rescue, Estero Fire Rescue, Lee County Sheriff’s Office, South Trail Fire District Benevolent Association, Honor Flight, Marine Corps League, U.S. Coast Guard Station Fort Myers Beach, Polish Legion of American Veterans Post 166, and American Legion Post #38 all competed with chili cooking teams. The next Lee County Chili Challenge is schedul... 05/08/2019

Sanibel Island Florida.  Florida Luxury Real Estate Market - Sanibel & The Islands - North Captiva Presented by Joe Kendall Broker with Keller Williams Realty of Fort Myers & The Islands  Request a Free Home Valuation in Southwest Florida and the Islands Request a FREE Competive Market Review on any home in Southwest Florida verse an Zillow Estimate Sanibel Island Florida. UNDER CONSTRUCTION NOW - "Seabbatical" by RBE Construction! Completion Spring of 2019! Quiet location, Custom Home thoughtfully designed to fit specifically into the natural environment of its Dinkins Bayou area surroundings on Sanibel’s West end with a minimum of impact. Great care has been taken to preserve that “Olde Sanibel Island Resort” Lifestyle we cherish. This home is nestled into its Peaceful Natural setting... 02/26/2019