Times of the Islands

Weddings at the Inns of Sanibel

Creating a wedding with exceptiona­l style is easy on the island

- BY PATRICIA LETAKIS

The Inns of Sanibel is the ideal location for an unforgetta­ble island wedding. Hold your ceremony on the shell-strewn shores of the Sanibel Inn. Here you are blessed with spectacula­r views of the Gulf of Mexico—an idyllic setting for photograph­s. Or you can exchange vows in front of a sparkling lake at sunset at The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club—The Inns’ sister property which grants hotel guests a compliment­ary social and sports club membership throughout their stay. The Dunes Sunset Lawn boasts a plush green secluded lawn area, surrounded by flowers and palm trees that over looks the lake. It’s perfectly located to take advantage of Sanibel’s glorious sunsets as a backdrop for the wedding ceremony and for photos.

You can also say I do amidst crashing waves or upon the picturesqu­e setting overlookin­g gorgeous fairways—then dance the night away in the poolside pavilion with an all-weather enclosure.

The Dunes, which sits within a stunning wildlife preserve sanctioned by the Audubon Society, is a full-service facility. It can accommodat­e weddings of up to 120 people in the covered outdoor pavilion, or up to 70 in the elegant clubhouse. If you are looking for an indoor venue, the clubhouse has comfortabl­e seating offering views of the beautiful sunsets on the golf course lake. An adjacent bar serves as a cocktail area. If an outdoor venue is preferred, the pavilion is an intimate space with an adjacent poolside terrace for cocktail receptions. Couples who hold their ceremony at The Inns of Sanibel are required to hold a reception at The Dunes.

For the past 40 years, brides and grooms have trusted

The Dunes with their special day, and a certified wedding planner, award-winning executive chef and exceptiona­l staff are standing by to ensure your nuptials will surpass all of your expectatio­ns.

The amenities offered include: wedding and reception settings with linens, wedding party golf outings and resort accommodat­ions. A personal event and catering coordinato­r is available to help you select the services and amenities that will ensure the perfect wedding experience.

With 160 acres of rolling green hills, lakes, wildlife and palm trees, The Dunes provides a breathtaki­ng backdrop for your wedding reception.

For more informatio­n, contact Dana Swanson at 239-472-3355.

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