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Greetings!
Welcome to the April edition of our Sanibel/Captiva E-Newsletter.
We've been busier than the Easter Bunny this month! 
The islands are hopping and it's not the "Bunny Hop" we see.....it's the "Sanibel Stoop" and the "Captiva Crawl" and just plain old "Beach Bumming" in full swing!
Spring is blossoming with new beginnings and transformations
happening due to the many sales of properties under new ownership.
These are EXCITING TIMES!
This month our Guest Columnist section will provide authoritative advice on "Financing Island Properties" from our very own Island Expert to help you optimize your real estate goals.
Properties are priced ATTRACTIVELY, Interest Rates are LOW, Financing is AVAILABLE!
WHY WAIT? ACT NOW!
Call us to join the ranks of new property owners and become an "Islander!" NOW!
Come for a visit ..... you'll want to stay for a
Lifetime .....
and we can help you make it happen ......
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| April Guest Columnist/ Get Educated
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Financing Island Properties Real estate on Sanibel and Captiva Islands is selling and I believe anyone can see why; prices are attractive and mortgage interest rates are near record lows. If one harbors dreams of becoming a Sanibel or Captiva Islander it is a wonderful time to act.
Our islands are unique in so many ways including some of the real estate available for purchase. Stunning resort communities like South Seas for example are highly desirable but financing a home or condominium within the gates of the resort can be tricky for the uninitiated. Enter Sanibel Captiva Community Bank, we are an island bank chartered right here on Sanibel. We understand our islands' real estate and are willing lenders for properties here. South Seas - no problems.
Not only are we comfortable with island properties we well understand the allure of owning a vacation home that perhaps subsidizes the cost of ownership with rental income. Many national lenders have a problem with individuals renting their vacation homes but we do not, it makes sense to us.
One more hot button, Foreign Nationals. Hey Sanibel and Captiva Islands are the number one vacation destination in the world. Who can be surprised if folks visiting from other nations want a piece of paradise? We live here, we get the attraction and we will help. Foreign Nationals who wish to join us on island time are welcome and we have loans for them.
It is all in our name, Sanibel Captiva Community Bank. We are committed to our islands and we demonstrate that commitment every day. We live here, work here, volunteer here, raise our children here, and yes we lend here.
If you have questions about our loan programs please call me at (239) 472-6100 or you may reach me at DWright@SanCapBank.com.
David A. Wright
Senior Vice President
Residential Lending
fx (239) 333-2957
Sanibel, FL 33957
ph (239) 472-6100
m (239) 209-1059
NMLS 412536
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The BaysideVillas
At South Seas Island Resort
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Consider These Great Investment Opportunities!
Great pricing to get a footing on Captiva!
Marina and Pine Island Sound Views
Huge Sparkling Pool and Spa
Short Walk to the Beach
Easy access into Captiva's Village
Owner Use plus income
South Seas Island Resort
Family. Nature. Comfort.
South Seas is a resort village and wildlife sanctuary;
a beautiful setting for adventure and relaxation. For decades, generations of families have come to South Seas Island Resort to experience treasured moments and make lasting memories. This unique 330-acre resort village spans two and a half miles of shell-laden beaches bordering the tranquil surf of the Gulf of Mexico. All amenities and accommodations are designed to take full advantage of the existing backdrop. * This Captiva Island resort allows you to discover one of Parents Magazines Top 10 Beach Resort for Families.
* The South Seas Island Resort was just awarded one of the Top 20 golf resorts in Florida by the readers of Conde Nast Traveler magazine.
AMENITIES & RECREATION
- Two main pools overlook Pine Island Sound and H2Whoa! family water park
- Skullys Family Interactive Center includes award-winning toddlers, kids, tweens and teens programs
- GO! Programs including GO! Fish with resident fishing experts, and GO! Sail with Offshore Sailing School
- Bicycle, golf cart and boat rentals
- Water sports include jet skis, parasailing and hydro bikes
- Guided kayak tours and nature walks
- World-famous shelling
- The Yacht Harbour Marina and Bayside Marina
- Fishing charters, surf casting and shore casting
- Daily cruises in the Gulf of Mexico
- Gulf-front par 3 executive golf course
- Fitness center
- Tennis complex
A wonderful place to invest and start new beginnings and traditions with family at South Seas Island Resort!
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Supporting Good Causes On The Islands
Where can you find fun, food and a few cold brews - all in support of an island institution? At the inaugural "Beer in the Bushes" being presented by the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation on Saturday, April 14, beginning at 7 p.m. Join the sunset celebration and enjoy live music, dancing, food and beer (courtesy of Samuel Adams and the Grog Shop), sponsored by the Sanibel Captiva Trust Company. Cost is $30 per person, and reservations can be made by calling 472-2329. The event will be held at SCCF, 3333 San-Cap Road.
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Brightest Horizons Fundraiser
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We recently attended another great fundraiser with friends aboard the Lady Chadwick to raise funds for
Brightest Horizons, a state-licensed not-for-profit organization that provides an educational program for 163 children from four weeks to 12 years of age. Great food, music by Danny Morgan and fun auction items rounded out the evening.
If you weren't able to attend you can still give to this great organization by going to brightesthorizons.org
Everyday Is A Weekend.......
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Must Do Fort Myers, Sanibel and Captiva Islands.mp4
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We found this really cool, fun video on
courtesy of mustdo.com and wanted to share it with you.
It shows lots of activities, etc on our islands and surrounding area.
The pictures and music say it all......ENJOY!
Celebrate Earth Day at
J.N. "Ding" Darling Wildlife Refuge
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Everything You Wanted To Know
About Where the Shells Are On The Islands!......
Want to SEE a SEA HARE?
My friend
Pam
produced this live video.
Check it out! Very Cool!
Click Here to see the full post.
Order your shelling Uniform
and shop for great gift ideas for fellow Shelling Lovers
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Make Island Time........Full Time
Waterfront Captiva Home 15009 Binder Dr REDUCED AGAIN! 100K
Waterfront Captiva Condos Near Beach Captiva Homes
Vacant Land 11517 Wightman Ln REDUCED! WAS ASKING $719,000 MAKE YOUR BEST OFFERS NOW AT END OF SEASON!
REMEMBER When They're Gone
THEY'RE GONE!!!
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We Love Our Library! Have You Visited?
A Great Place To Find A Good Beach Read and More!
The Captiva Memorial Library offers Lee County residents and visitors access to the collections of the entire Lee County Library system, as well as many convenient services. Free Wi-Fi and Internet access, word processing capabilities, e-books, audio books, downloadable music, and programming supplement the library's collection, which has an emphasis on new books, local area resources and Captiva Island history information. The library sponsors free programs for adults, teens and children, including family programs. The support of the Captiva Memorial Library Board and the Captiva Civic Association enables the library to provide an array of programs to patrons and visitors. Visitor library cards are available to non-residents and are good for three months.
11560 Chapin Lane
Captiva, FL 33924
Voice: (239) 533-4890
TTY: (239) 485-1151
Fax: (239) 485-1150
Hours:
10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday
12 p.m.-8 p.m. Wednesday
9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Closed Sunday and Monday
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The April Mullet March Was HUGE!Not Your Ordinary Easter Parade.......
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Queenie Leads The Parade
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Biggest March yet! To find out how to join the fun ....GO TO: marchingmullet.comFacebook Fans Click Here to see the album
Please Vote for Captiva in ASBPA's Best of the Best Restored Beaches Award
Under the Best Restored Beaches logo, click on vote to April 27. Scroll down to Community Beaches and click. Scroll down to Captiva Island and click. Scroll down to vote and vote. You may vote for one community beach once every 24 hours between March 30 and April 27. Thank You for voting!
Have You Taken The Captiva Lifestyle Tour?
Please Share It With Your Friends 
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April Is The Month To Celebrate Springtime
And Earth Day!
Throughout the year we are pleased to bring you ways that you can save energy, and resources while saving money. This month, we would like to depart from our tips, to bring you a list of places to celebrate this beautiful planet we call home.
Saturday, April 21st is the 42nd annual Earth Day. Why not get out in the Florida spring and be part of the estimated one billion people in the world that will participate in Earth Day activities!
Saturday, April 21st
* Earth Day at the Refuge "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge 10 - 3
* Lee County Trash Bash. 9 - 12 Locations throughout the county Organized through Keep Lee County Beautiful, visit KLCB.org for locations and events
* Earth Day Walk Caloosahatchee Regional Park located in Alva 9 - 11
* Caloosa Nature Center and Planetarium special earth day shows and solar observing 10 - 5
* The Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens - Party for the Planet 11 - 3
On Sunday, April 22nd
- 11th Annual Earth Day Festival at Koreshan State Historic Site 9:30 - 6:30
- 3rd Annual Earth Day Celebration, Pine Island 10 - 4
We hope to see you out there!
Happy Earth Day from all of us at Seacoast Cottage Company.
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Cypress Cottage Construction Update:
Value Priced At
$1,495,000
The Cypress Cottage follows the newest trends!
White Kitchens are in! Please take a look at the videos and photos to appreciate this beautiful Kitchen.
Click Here to read about Cypress Cottage in the news!
The builder is available for site tours, so call us today to schedule your private tour.
The Cypress Cottage was designed and built by Seacoast Cottage Company, a third generation Florida General Contractor specializing in building practices for strength and energy efficiency. If you are considering building, you can view the Cypress and other cottage designs by visiting www.SeacoastCottageCompany.com or call Art Monahan directly at 239-848-8969.
view our video.
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Royal Shell Real Estate
Continues To Dominate
The High End, Luxury Market
of Captiva
This is how we stacked up with our competitors
in 2011
Call John and Denice
To "Buy and Sell" With The Leading Company On Captiva!
Royal Shell Has Literally Risen To New Heights!
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Cashiers/Highlands
North Carolina Area
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Royal Shell sales and rentals NOW
in the mountains of North Carolina!
Peaked your interest?
Click on the link to read the press release at prweb.com
Call John and Denice to hook you up in the mountains!
Alan S. Maltz Gallery On Captiva
In The Royal Shell Building
At The
Corner Of
Captiva Dr. And Andy Rosse Ln
Many other beautiful photos
are displayed and
available for sale. Please come
in and enjoy the Gallery!
Bring The Outdoors In With Art!
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Sanibel/Captiva Island March Sales
Total Sales: $37,294,150.00
Residential Sales
$21,976,250.00
Condo Sales
$14,175,900.00
Vacant Land Sales
$1,142,000.00
*All statistics taken from Sanibel-Captiva MLS.
*All Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed.
*Contact us if you would like to receive auto updates
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A Delicious Dish For Your Spring Table
Stuffed Artichokes Courtesy of KEYLIME BISTRO
Ingredients
2 16 oz. Cans Artichoke bottoms (approx. 12 pcs.) 3 sprigs of fresh parsley minced
½ lb. Blue-crab meat (canned) sort through to take out shells
1 tbsp. Capers
½ minced red pepper
½ minced yellow pepper
Pinch of Old Bay Seasoning
1 tsp. Keylime juice
¼ C. shredded mozz. Cheese.
Splash worchestershire sauce
Dash Tabasco (more than a splash)
½ C. Mayo
Preheat oven to 350 degrees and follow steps - Chop capers & add parsley
- Mix all wet ingredients & old bay
- Mix together above. (This is what we call Key Lime Romoulade)
- Mix with Blue Crab & diced peppers.
- Cut flat surface on bottom of artichokes.
- Set in casserole dish
- Fill with Crab mixture from above.
- Top with mozzerella
- Bake 18 - 20 minutes (until slightly browned) in a flat casserole dish with slight amount of water covering bottom of casserole.
*Add to your table and serve to delight your guests!
Don't feel like cooking???..... GO TO: www.captivaislandinn.com/ to view the menu or call 239-395-4000 for more info..... then stroll on over, sit back, relax and enjoy the music, ambiance and delightful cuisine at KEYLIME BISTRO.....you'll be glad you did!
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"April prepares her green traffic light and the world thinks Go."
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Stay Up-to-Date....
We invite you to visit our website to get to know us better and to search for your own piece of paradise!
Give us a call at 239-357-5500 if you're thinking about selling and would like us to prepare a comparative market analysis.
We are happy to be of service whether you're buying or selling to help you achieve your real estate goals. Customer Satisfaction is our Specialty! We appreciate your referrals
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Sincerely,John and Denice Beggs Royal Shell Real Estate Direct: 239-357-5500 Office: 239-472-0078
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