Marco Island Lakeside Inn

Maureen and I recently returned from a sunny week in Southwest Florida. This past Saturday we took a late day flight into Ft Myers Fl, picked up a 2012 Ford Mustang GT and were on our way to the Lakeside Inn on Marco Island. Here's an overview. The Marco Island Lakeside Inn sits one mile from Marco Island beaches and boasts a sparkling heated pool and affordable rates year round. A cozy island getaway, the 19 suite Marco Island inn offers 2 two-bedroom suites, 10 one-bedroom suites and seven studio suites. The spacious and comfortable suites have been recently remodeled and decorated with a cottage chic decor reminiscent of Old Florida and Key West. Wicker cottage style furniture tastefully completes the setting for an island atmosphere. Imagine French doors, private decks, lake views, tropical breezes and blue skies....you are at Marco Island Lakeside Inn. Lakeview Suites offer a screened in balcony overlooking the Marco Lake, which is designated a natural habitat for local birds, ducks, and turtles to name a few. It is the perfect place to sit and enjoy a cocktail before dinner while taking in the serene atmosphere. the beautifully landscaped inn is located off the beaten track but close to everything. It is a serene sanctuary and a great retreat from the atmosphere of the large resorts and high rises. You will feel right at home the moment you enter. The friendly staff is quite informative about the local area and offers a personalized experience of Marco Island. If you are looking to escape your fast paced life and slow down for a while, you will want to stay here. If you are looking for more adventure, there is plenty to do on Marco as well, from fishing, to parasailing, to wave runners or scuba diving, Marco Island has it all. If you are here on business, we also offer free wireless access in all rooms, flat screen TV's & DVD players in all living and bedrooms and I-Pod clock radios. This was our second stay at a Beachtree property. The small at home feel, along with the interaction with other guests makes your visit extra special too. Marco Island itself is quite the place.


Marco Island is celebrated for the Ten Thousand Islands off its coast and incredible sunset views. The town boasts an immense diversity of wildlife from dolphins to manatees to birds and offers jet ski, catamaran, and boat tours through the environment. Marco Island boasts six miles of beach and over 100 miles of waterways. The city of Marco Island is located in Collier County, a brief drive from the city of Naples. It is well known for its high quality of life, natural resources, casual atmosphere, and friendly people. Locals boast of luxurious resorts and favorite eateries like CJs on the Bay and Tiki Bar. Visitors enjoy crossing the Jolley Bridge and indulging in fishing, kayaking, or sailing. Must-sees at Marco Island include the Everglades National Park and Big Cypress National Preserve. There’s no shortage of outdoor options with Caxambas Park, Marco River, Tigertail Beach, and Resident’s Beach. This Gulf coast area features plenty of water recreation and great local seafood right on the beach. Marco Island is perfect for a fun and adventurous beach trip.

The weather for our week was spectacular. In fact on Wednesday it hit 87 for a new island record. We went to Tigertail beach on Tuesday and spent Thursday and Friday at South Beach. Both beaches have ample available parking but charge $8.00 per day.Wednesday we had a leisurely day around the pool at the Inn. I read an enjoyable James Patterson Novel "The Affair".Monday was a little overcast so after relaxing around the Inn for a bit we decided to venture north and visit Naples, Cape Coral and Port Charlotte. Along the way we stopped into a couple golf course communities and gathered information on the perspective retirement communities.
I really like Southwest Florida. It has quite a bit to offer. I wouldn't have any problem at all relocating there in the next 10 years or so. Naples has so many golf courses, beaches and things to do. The people are friendly and the taxes are low.
We had fun during the evenings as well. Sunday night we went to the Sandpiper, a local Sports Bar to watch the Redskins game. Drink prices were very reasonable at $8.00 a bucket of beer. The food wasn't bad either. The only disappointment was the Skins losing.

Tuesday, we started at the Rookie's for Happy hour and then made our way to the Snook Inn for some waterside dining and drinks. Boats can pull right up to the restaurant. The view was quite nice too. We met a fun couple from Atlanta, Mike and Jean and some young college kids from Chicago.Thursday evening we went to CJ's on the Bay. They have an outside gazebo and on Thursday nights have a DJ with outside dancing. We sat with a nice family from Chicago and had a good time drinking and dancing. Friday we ate dinner at Cocomo's Restaurant. It was an Italian place not far from our Inn. I had the chicken cacciatore and Maureen had the shrimp alfredo. It was quite good and came recommended from some locals.
Of course the week flew by. I look forward to returning to Marco Island again.