Pine Island is the largest island on the Gulf Coast of peninsular Florida in the United States. Located in Lee County, on the Gulf of Mexico coast of southwest Florida, it is also the 118th largest island in the United States. The Intracoastal Waterway passes through Pine Island Sound, to the west of the island.

Can you stay on Pine Island?

Lodging. Pine Island lodging runs a wide gamut. Airbnb and Vrbo list lots of homes and condos on the island for seasonal rentals. There are small mom-and-pop hotels in Matlacha including the Angler's Inn and Matlacha Cottages for short-term stays.

Are there any beaches on Pine Island Florida?

Pine Island, Florida has no beaches. It is surrounded by thick mangroves and shallow mucky bay waters. ... Because there are no beaches on Pine Island, real estate prices have not been nearly as high as prices on Sanibel.