First settled by Hernando Desoto in 1536, Charlotte County was recently voted Money Magazine’s “Best place to live in the South.” And it’s no wonder. This unique harbor and beach community and its barrier islands are easy to get to from Southwest Florida International Airport in Fort Myers. Once you arrive, you have access to129 square miles of sparkling waters and aquatic preserves. 12 miles of soft, sandy beaches. Thousands of plant species. Hundreds of hiking trails. An Abundance of marine life. A Federal wildlife refuge. Clean air. Warm sunshine. And a very special brand of old-fashioned tranquility. Come discover Florida the way it used to be