Located in St. James City, Florida on Pine Island. If you are looking for somewhere for your next vacation that offers "old Florida" hospitality in a tropical setting then look no further than us!
Service is the key to our success and taking care of any requests that you might have is our commitment to making your vacation experience a memory to last a lifetime.
The Randell Research Center (RRC) is a permanent facility dedicated to learning and teaching the archaeology, history, and ecology of Southwest Florida. Situated in the scenic community of Pineland on the western shore of historic Pine Island, the RRC encompasses more than 60 acres at the heart of the Pineland archaeological site, a massive shell mound site extending across more than 100 acres from the mangrove coastline.
Visitors to the RRC can tour the Calusa Heritage Trail, a 7/10 of a mile interpretive walkway that leads visitors through mounds, canals and other features of the Pineland archaeological site, including a variety of plants, birds and other wildlife.
Please check on current hours and availability before visiting.
Exhibitions on Pine Island pioneers featuring artifacts from archaeological research on the island, including Calusa Indian artifacts.
We are currently open on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 11-3. Please contact us to arrange special tours and we will open the museum for you.
Dreaming of a vacation on an island where you will find "Old Florida" at its finest, unchanged, unhurried, and untouched?
The Malu Lani Inn on Pine Island has vacation rentals that will meet your requirements. You will find yourself relaxing and longing to remain where life at the end of the road is the best!
'A World Away, Right Next Door', close to Fort Myers and Cape Coral, Pine Island is "a little Paradise" with five distinct communities - Matlacha, Pineland, Bokeelia, Center & St. James City.
Nature Trails & Calusa Heritage Trail for those who like to explore on land or Kayaking, Boating, and Fishing on the pristine waters.
The island is known for local artists, writers, & musicians. Check out our painted electric poles as you tour the island.
Ecofriendly.
This full service marina has: wet or dry storage, boat lifts, bait and fishing equipment, boat rentals, fuel, overnight dockage, showers, shore power, charters, parts and service, lodging and restaurant, water taxis, fishing guides.
For over 100 years people have enjoyed fishing from the Bokeelia Fishing Pier. Whatever the season there's always something biting!! Located at the northern tip of Pine Island stretching into the waters of Charlotte Harbor, the Bokeelia Fishing Pier is known by many as the place to come for Snapper, Red Fish, Snook, Grouper, Mackerel and Sheep head just to name a few. No fishing license required, just come and enjoy the fun. Rod & Reel rentals available.
From Bokeelia at the northern tip to St. James City at the southern end, every area has a unique story.
Shaped by mangrove-lined shores and serene canals, Pine Island is the largest island on Florida’s Gulf Coast, and yet it preserves its Old Florida charm.
Discover charming Pine Island, the largest island on Florida’s Gulf Coast, with a quiet, hometown feel and a lifestyle that centers around two things: life on the water and agriculture. (You’ll see plenty of fruit and tree farms as you explore the island.) Here, you can enjoy boating, fishing and exploring three aquatic preserves dotted with mangroves, seeing the island's rich wildlife and dining at restaurants serving fresh-caught seafood.
