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North Captiva Island Beach House/60 Second Walk to 4 Miles of Awesome Beaches

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Captiva, FL
  • Place, North Captiva Island Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Key West Express
  • Place, Sanibel Island Southern Beach
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

North Captiva Island Beach House/60 Second Walk to 4 Miles of Awesome Beaches

***** NEW GOLF CART WITH RENTAL*****
***** UPGRADED WIFI SPEED *****
Winterhaven
4550 Oyster Shell Drive
North Captiva Island, Florida
NORTH CAPTIVA ISLAND

Thank you for inquiring about Winterhaven bounded by the Gulf of
Mexico on one side and Pine Island Sound on the other. We are on a
barrier island just west of Fort Myers, Florida. We're 500 acres of
state wildlife preserve ... offering world renown shelling,
subtropical foliage and trees, a look at over 100 species of
migrating nesting birds as well as endangered marine life.
Dolphins and manatee play off our shores on this private island. We have
neither public boat docks or public facilities. There are no bridges
to connect us to the mainland. We are a vanishing breed, one of the
last true out islands in the United States. We have 4 miles of the
most beautiful, serene beaches to be found anywhere on this earth.

THE WINTERHAVEN
Just one minute from the beach, our fully-furnished home offers unique
inverted style living. The first floor, set on top of 10 foot
pilings has 2/3 bedrooms, 2 screened-in porches and 2 baths. On the second
floor you will find a spacious living and dining area with cathedral
ceiling. An entire wall made up of sliding glass doors and windows
allows access to an
expansive sun deck.

Living Room/Kitchen/Dining Room
-Full size appliances including stove, refrigerator with ice
maker, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, blender, coffee maker, telephone, washer and dryer.
-stereo system and ROKU.TV / DVD. Netflix Amazon Video Local TV
-Dining room seating for 6 and kitchen island seats 2.

Master Bedroom
- large master bedroom with lounging area that
offers full size sofa, table and reading lamp.
-Queen size bed.
-Private bathroom.
-Ample closet room.
-Screened-in porch attached.
ROKU.TV /. Netflix Amazon Video Local TV / BASIC WIFI provided at our home / Safety Harbor Clubhouse Pool Free WIFI

Second Bedroom
-One twin size trundle bed - converts to another 2nd bed
-One additional twin size bed.
-Ample Closet room.
-Screened-in porch attached.
TV/Local Stations

Third sleeping area
-Lounging area of master bedroom converts into a third bedroom by
means of a moveable wall allowing use of a full size sleeper
sofa.

One of the beautiful features of this island is that no motor
vehicles are allowed.
*****VERY IMPORTANT*****.
Transportation on the island is an electric golf cart for up to Four ADULTS ONLY or TWO ADULTS and THREE SMALL children(under the age of 10). Any additional people, other than what is stated above, guest will need to rent an additional golf cart.

NOTICE: REQUIRED BY OWNER !
YOU MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVERS LICENSE TO OPERATE THIS GOLF CART. Of course, you can always use the oldest form of transportation - foot power.

GETTING TO NORTH CAPTIVA
Fly into Fort Myers ... take a cab or rent a car to Pineland Marina
on Pine Island. Before you leave home call the management company.
Tell them what time your plane arrives and they will tell you where
to
stop for provisions on the way to the water taxi. At the dock you
will be greeted by a representative of the
management company who will transport your luggage and
provisions to the house.

WHAT ABOUT FOOD?
Our home has a fully equipped kitchen. Best to bring your own
provisions ... cook at home ... life is casual. There are 3
restaurants on the island and a Tiki Bar that offer casual dining for breakfast,
lunch and dinner and a general store for necessities. For your
convenience,.Food Delivery service to pre stock your provisions is available from the following people:Antoine 239-207-6048, Debbie 239-822-7078,
Sarah 307-251-7043

ARE THERE MEDICAL FACILITIES?
We have full time ems /fire station

ISLAND ACTIVITIES
As a Safety Harbor Club Member, you have use of a heated pool, tennis
courts, clubhouse, snack bar, bird watching towers and private
docking. Other additional activities included ... shelling,
jogging paths, sailing, fishing and hiking.
Arrangements can be made for water taxi excursions to many of the
nearby islands for dining, shopping and golfing. Boat rental
through
several area marinas is available if you wish to explore on your
own.
Scheduled water shuttles run daily, reservations required.

CARE OF OUR HOUSE
We ask that you treat our house gently. Should anything go wrong,
call the management office. They are available 24 hours a day.
Should anything spill that you feel might stain, call them right away
and they will tend to the problem. We do not provide daily maid
service unless you request it. There will be an additional charge
for
that..
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from North Captiva Island Beach. Enjoy features like an outdoor pool and laundry facilities. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washer/dryer, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a water dispenser
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • Steps from North Captiva Island Beach
This vacation home offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Car available
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 12 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

We provide a golf cart for up to FOUR ADULTS or TWO ADULTS AND THREE SMALL CHILDREN (UNDER THE AGE OF 10).
REQUIRED BY OWNER! YOU MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVERS LICENSE TO OPERATE GOLF CART.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Island Beach House/60 Second Walk 4 Miles Awesome Beaches House
Island Beach House/60 Second Walk 4 Miles Awesome Beaches
Island Beach House/60 Second Walk 4 Miles Awesome Beaches House
Island Beach House/60 Second Walk 4 Miles Awesome Beaches House
Island Beach House/60 Second Walk 4 Miles Awesome Beaches

North Captiva Island Beach House/60 Second Walk to 4 Miles of Awesome Beaches Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd L.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house has a perfect location: steps from Sunset Beach and all N Captiva is known for. Allen is an excellent and very attentive host. He helped us navigate the (now, admittedly modest) complexities of getting to the Island and getting situated. The location is very quiet in all the best ways. This was an ideal “getaway” location! Access to the Safety Harbor Club amenities was a huge bonus. Plus tons a key amenities at The Winterhaven (filtered water, nice golf cart, bikes, cooking basics).
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne V., Wisconsin USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Time

We traveled with our granddaughter and my husband’s mother. Use of the golf cart, access to the pool and a perfect location just steps to the beach all added up to a wonderful first time on the island. Great communication with the owner and on-island management was terrific.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony E.

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jon-jo D.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Worn out

Great potential and location. Property is tired and needs updating and care.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Bridget B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable home on a beautiful island with amazing beach!

Overall, we absolutely loved it here! We even stayed an extra night. Allen's home is an incredibly short walk to the beach, even our 3 year old made the walk multiple times per day. The home itself is simple but comfortable. Our biggest concern was that the spindles of the upper floor balcony, staircase, and decks were spaced pretty far apart so that our 1 year old could squeeze between them. We created barriers using the counter stools and other furniture, so we did not have to be constantly vigilant for her safety. The house (and entire island) had no corkscrews to open a bottle of wine, so plan accordingly! The wifi is slow as advertised, which made our (unfortunately) necessary work obligations challenging, but we were able to use the hotspots on our phones to get our work completed. Totally realize that it would be even better to have the luxury of being completely unplugged, but that was not our reality. We would definitely come back - absolutely cannot beat the location! The island is very family friendly, and we made so many great family memories!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

TImothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

We had a short visit but very relaxing- house was perfect for our needs. Great location, clean, good communication with host. Will definitely rebook!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Week in paradise

Our family had a fantastic time staying here. Other than some dirty dishes and issues with the electric golf cart, we enjoyed all of our time. The property owner was very quick to respond to inquiries and the property was in good condition relative to the price to stay there. Access to the Safety Harbor Club ameneties provide a much calmer experience with far fewer people compared to the Island Club pool, and you can always head to Mangos for a drink or bite to eat. The property itself is within easy walking distance to the beach and nature trail. The house is also setup perfectly for a family of four. We used Island Girl Charters and Fresh Pick food delivery service, with zero issues.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Beach Home, fantastic location

Highly recommended. Lovely beach home just a few steps from one of the best beaches in Southwest Florida. Guest services were spot on, and the host is instantly available for any questions. North Captiva is a magical and beautiful place. If you have a chance to come to Southwest Florida don’t miss this great home and glorious location.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation stay

Property, location and communication was all great, would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sofia G., Mason Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Great get away will book again

this property is lovely, the owner is extremely helpful and informative. Provided golf cart is great will 1000000% be booking again this summer we had an incredible time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas in North Captiva

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was located within walking distance of miles of public beach and the cart was handy for excursions to the other side of the Island
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan B., Scottsdale Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Upper Captiva Stay

Perfect Island getaway. Loved everything about the island.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Island in rebuild mode, beaches are fantastic

This was exactly what we needed! The house provided us a place to lay our heads until we could get back out to the real attraction, the beach. It had been many years since I had last been to the island and the hurricane did impact nearly every property, except this one! The house was clean and comfortable and allowed us to cook dinner each night. We would have enjoyed a dinner out but there are currently no dinner restaurants open on the island. Or breakfast for that matter. Not the host’s fault obviously. Make sure to bring all you need (or order groceries ahead of time) and you will be ok. We managed ok but would have been nice to have that information updated on Google. But if your goal is to relax in place a less than two min walk from the beach, on a modest budget, then this place hits the mark.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful time in paradise

We so enjoyed our stay at Winterhaven…. Very comfortable, sparkling clean, well equipped and fantastic location. We had excellent communication with Allen (the home owner), who was flexible and very helpful. Sherman (the property manager) was prompt, friendly and immediately available as needed. Debbie (Fresh Pick Grocery Service) is the best. Location just a short walk from the best beach on the island. Love the gentle sound of surf. We had a wonderful time and highly recommend this home for a laid back visit to paradise.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Solid beach house

Hurricane Ian damaged much of North Captiva Island and many of the beach houses. This house survived with no apparent damage, has everything you need for a wonderful week and is only three lots from one of the prettiest beaches in the USA.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominick B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Nice beach house in a great location
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Claude R.

Would return

As always, North Captiva is a wonderful destination for those seeking an entirely relaxing vacation without any agendas. The island is still recovering from the September hurricane such that there is a fair amount of debris and damaged homes, but the ideal weather and surrounding nature make up for these transient negative aspects. The home is well apportioned and within walking distance to the beach. The only negative feature is that the extra sofa bed is located in the master bedroom, which provides scant privacy for those using the master bed. (There is a sliding wall but the sofa bed is bigger than the sliding wall’s circumference. ) Would return as a party of four, rather than five, as we did. Overall, recommended.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominick B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay on North Captiva

Very relaxing place to stay on North Captiva - very close to beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Davi T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome location

We enjoyed our time on North Captiva Island. The location is perfect—a very short walk to a nice beach. The house isn’t fancy but certainly adequate and comfortable. We had everything we needed. Allen was responsive and helpful with getting everything set up for transportation to the island. Sherman picked us and our luggage up and brought us back the day of departure. We had a very relaxing and enjoyable time there.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Erin F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Needs some investing

Pros: Island is beautiful, quiet, and full of wildlife for sure! Slow pace and relaxing get away. House is clean. All basic necessities are available at the house. Cons: The house is well equipped with everything needed, but most things of very poor quality, ragged, falling apart, rusted, and need upgrading. Just felt like there had been no investments in the property in a long time. Kitchen supplies, beach supplies, bath towels, bedding, “upgraded” golf cart, etc. All in need of TLC.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Trevor N.

Great family destination

The property met expectations for a budget friendly beach vacation at an exclusive island destination. We really enjoyed our time on the island and the property's location is excellent. Logistics for a destination like this can be daunting, but communication with Allen was excellent. The property management helped us arrive and depart as planned. Everyone was very friendly. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael L., West Bend, WI

Liked: Cleanliness

Easiest 5-Stars I ever handed out.

Easiest 5-Stars I ever handed out. Our week didn't begin all that well due to flight delays and missing our water taxi. However, because of the taxi's familiarity with the island process, he was able to help us with a later water taxi to North Captiva. The owner recommended this taxi service, and I'm so thankful he did. We also had an unfortunate breakdown of our golf cart. But, the manager (Sherman) handling our rental, was unbeleiveable. He was right on it and had us a replacement cart almost immediately. Sherman is the BEST! The house was as beautiful as advertised and the island life was spectacular. A very short two-minute walk to the beach. I had so many questions leading up to our trip, and the owner (Allen) always responded immediately to my inquiries... truly impressive.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to beach and affordable.

We arrived a bit later than expected and Sherman was a gem and got us settled in. The house is very close to the beach and the golf cart was a nice addition to the house. A must for the island. Watching the birds and wildlife from the deck was wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Lynn W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Laid Back Vacation

There are many good things about this property. Although the exterior is looking in need of some upkeep, the interior has had a face lift sometime in the last decade. It was very clean and well stocked with everything we needed to feel comfortable and relaxed. It is only a few minutes from the beach, where we spent a lot of time. The beach on this part of the island is very deep and we could walk a long ways. It’s also great for shelling. Others before us have written of problems with the golf cart. We also experienced some kind of apparent electrical problem on the last two days. It’s pretty ancient and probably needs to be replaced. We were also challenged by the grills. They are charcoal, not gas, and although we were prepared with supplies we needed, their small size made it very difficult to prepare the meals for our family size. They are also old and one leg had rusted off. However, our vacation goal was to truly relax, and we certainly were able to do that. We particularly enjoyed the large upper deck and the comfortable living room. Long walks, sunrises and sunsets on the beach, and the club pool were fantastic!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022