Lehigh Acres vacation rentals
Find spaces that suit your style
Lehigh Acres: a vacation hub on the Gulf Coast
The flat and rolling lands of Lehigh Acres have been a haven for those who want a base in the Sunshine State ever since they were first developed by the maverick businessman Lee Ratner, back in the 1950s. These days, the place is a veritable mass of Lehigh Acres vacation rentals, ranging from low-key cabins to sprawling family condos, with pools and palm-shaded gardens. The whole lot sits just a short drive from Fort Myers and only a little further from the Mexican Gulf, meaning sparkling Floridian keys, white-sand beaches, and historic estates are all on the menu.
Sightseeing in and around Lehigh Acres
Are you searching for attractions to see during your stay? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and experience everything that makes Lehigh Acres a one-of-a-kind vacation spot. Here are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Legends Golf and Country Club (13.3 mi / 21.5 km)
- Fort Myers Country Club (15.8 mi / 25.4 km)
- Sun Splash Water Park (21.8 mi / 35.1 km)
- Jungle Golf Ft. Myers (22.1 mi / 35.6 km)
- Manatee World (11.2 mi / 18.1 km)
- Old Corkscrew Golf Club (12.6 mi / 20.2 km)
Rivers and beaches in Lehigh Acres
Bring the waterproofs and the sunbathing gear for that trip to Lehigh Acres because the activities here are bound to get you soaking in both the waters and the rays of the Sunshine State. Start with boating trips to see the rare dolphin pods of the Caloosahatchee River, or head out to kayak down the waterways towards the Mexican Gulf. Then, you can hop water taxis to take you to the barrier islands, which promise sunbathing sessions and sunset viewing and more. Guided tours of local historical estates are also popular – you'll need to head to Fort Myers for those.
Spring break and fall fun in Lehigh Acres
Because it's just a stone's throw to the sparkling beaches and hedonistic resort towns of the Floridian Gulf Coast, you can expect to be jostling with the spring break crowds for the top Lehigh Acres vacation rentals during the months of April and May. Summer can be scorching and September is storm season, which really leaves the fall as the top time to come for family trips. You'll get relatively cool temperatures – think around the high 80s – and emptier beaches from October to November.
Lehigh Acres looks towards the coast
Lehigh Acres might be inland Florida but it's well-connected to the iconic coastal resorts that fringe the Mexican Gulf to the west. You can reach them in less than an hour, so get ready to tread on white-sand beaches and see uber-romantic sunsets on the likes of Lovers Key and Fort Myers Beach. Alternatively, you could linger along the Caloosahatchee River. There, the Lee County Manatee Park is a sanctuary for the famous "sea cow", while the wetlands and hammocks of the Bob Janes Preserve have birding outposts and horse-riding paths.
Transportation to and around Lehigh Acres
The nearest airport is in Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW), located 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you can also fly into Charlotte County Airport (PGD), which is 30.6 mi (49.2 km) away.