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    13 Beautiful Sanibel And Captiva Island Vacation Rentals With Amazing Water Views

    Laura Ray
    March 14, 2022

    Synonymous with paradise, Florida’s Sanibel Island, Captiva Island, and North Captiva Island offer the ultimate tropical retreat. People are far more familiar with Sanibel and Captiva, but North Captiva, also known as Upper Captiva, was separated from Captiva Island more than a century ago. There are no bridges to this remote-feeling island — visitors must take a ferry boat or water taxi from Pine Island. There are also no cars — transportation consists of electric golf carts, bikes, and feet.

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    If you are looking for your own island paradise with your very own private beach, check out our North Captiva Island vacation rentals below. Want to be closer to the action? A Sanibel condo will be more for you. For something in between, try Captiva Island, which is home to the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW), J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, and Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum. All three islands offer abundant wildlife, excellent shelling, cool Gulf Coast breezes, brilliant Florida sunshine, soft sandy beaches, fruity tropical drinks, outdoor activities, bike paths, and water toy rentals.

    Pack your suitcase and get ready for a memorable island retreat! Here’s where to stay in North Captiva Island, Captiva Island, and Sanibel Island.

    Luxury Sanibel Gulf Front Condo

    This luxurious two-bedroom rental offers sweeping views of the gulf. Sip your morning coffee on the screened-in lanai and listen to the waves while keeping an eye out for wildlife such as birds and dolphins.

    Community amenities include a heated pool and tennis courts. One parking space and a bike rack are provided. Restaurants, grocery stores, and plenty of walking and biking trails can all be found close by.

    Dreaming of Sanibel Island – your dream vacation awaits you
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    Sanibel Gulf Front Condo

    Finally, we’re in Sanibel! Situated on the popular east end of the island, this two-bedroom condo is on the first floor. Just steps from the beach, it offers breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico. Gulf Beach condo complex offers a heated pool and covered parking.

    Two bikes are included for tooling around the island. The Sanibel Lighthouse, fishing pier, and many wonderful restaurants and shops are all just a short distance away.

    Dreaming of Sanibel – your dream vacation awaits you
    28 reviews
    Condo
    6 Guests
    2 Bedrooms
    2 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    Great location. Comfy furnishings. Will stay again.
    Peaceful & relaxing. Owners are so thoughtful with what they keep in downstairs closet for beach. Umbrella, Chairs, Coolers, Fishing Poles…. Stop by Whitney’s Tackle for bait & license info.Would definitely recommend & hope yo be back soon! Thank you!
    My Family LOVED this location, condo, the entire complex, and of course the beach! I really don’t want to leave a review because I don’t want other to know about this fabulous location, complex, and condo 😀 It’s already booking up for next year 🙁 I am happy for the owners but sad for my family as we wanted to come down this March 2023. Maybe, in 2024! As a mom I loved the short walk to the beach from the condo. When we got too hot we could just zip back to the condo quickly. In summer this end of the beach was never crowded. We always had plenty of space on the beach and never felt crowded. Some boats do anchor off the beach but most were very respectful not to intrude in front of your seating and swimming space. The boats seemed to only come in the late afternoon for a couple hours. This condo was the cleanest Florida condo we have ever stayed in. I really appreciated not having to launder the sheets, bath and kitchen towels like we had to in other vrbo condos. The complex pool and the grounds were always clean, beautiful and mostly quiet! The beach is BEAUTIFUL! We saw countless sand dollars, fish, clams, pelicans, Peregrine Falcons, birds, a few crabs and sting rays! We had a blast snorkeling for shells! It was summer which means smaller shells, but we found some beauties! Around 8 pm the tide goes out and tons of clams come up to the surface as far as the eye can see. It was crazy and so cool! Remember bug spray for your evening strolls! In the mornings we biked 5 minutes to The Fig’s for the best croissants, EVER! In the evening we biked 5 minutes to Sanibel’s Best Homemade Ice Cream Shop! *Dolphin Tracks ice cream flavor is AMAZING! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! We can not wait to come back! Thank you to Kostas and Diane for opening up your home!
    we really loved the place nice and clean and good location
    Great location. Unit had everything we needed.
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    Luxurious Bayfront Estate

    On the southern end of Captiva, on the island’s sought-after Gold Coast, this vacation rental is situated on the bay, directly across from gulf beaches. Watch dolphins, manatees, and birds from the screened lanai or the third-floor observation sun deck. Not only is there a heated pool with a spa, but the island’s most beautiful stretch of gulf beaches is just a short stroll away.

    Captiva’s world-renowned wildlife eco-paradise, Blind Pass, can be reached via the Roosevelt Channel. Explore the waterways by kayak or paddle board off the private dock. Signup for guided mangrove eco-tours at nearby nature centers. Captiva’s most famous restaurants and the Sanibel bike path are within close proximity to this five-bedroom bayfront estate.

    Dreaming of – your dream vacation awaits you
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    10 Guests
    5 Bedrooms
    6 Bathrooms
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    Captiva Beachfront House With Pool

    This four-bedroom Captiva Island vacation home offers private, pristine beachfront with white sand, shells, and sea turtle and dolphin sightings. It also has a huge terrace, pool, and hot tub. A cabana lies between the pool and beach, offering stellar sunset views over the water.

    Dreaming of Captiva – your dream vacation awaits you
    0 review
    Private vacation home
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    Captiva Bay House With Pool

    This four-bedroom Captiva Island vacation rental boasts beautiful bay views. Take in breathtaking sunrises from the covered lanai, enjoy the pool and hot tub, and fish off the private dock.

    Village of Captiva restaurants, rental stores, and retail shops are all within walking distance. A short walk through the village takes you to the beach, where you can experience postcard-worthy Captiva Island sunsets.

    Dreaming of Captiva Island – your dream vacation awaits you
    23 reviews
    Private vacation home
    8 Guests
    4 Bedrooms
    4 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    The place was great – thank you
    This is one of the nicest rentals you could stay at on Captiva. Everything about the house is 1st class. The views from the pool and back porch are breathtaking and the convenience to all of Captiva’s shops and restaurants cannot be beat. Our kids loved fishing off the dock out back while my wife and I could lounge in the pool. 100% as advertised.
    This property lives up to the photos. Our three-generation family (2 grandparents 70+, 2 kids in 40s, 2 grandkids 10 and 7) enjoyed a great week between pool with bayside views and beach a short walk away. Dolphins swam by almost every day. Just be aware the upstairs master suite shares its bathroom with upstairs twin-bedded room.
    We enjoyed the beautiful morning sunrise from the lanai , having our boat tied to the dock for early morning trips to the private beaches for snorkeling and some awesome fishing. Afternoons by the pool laughing together and grilling our fresh catch of the day . Walking to the shops to browse , getting ice cream or dinner at Doc fords . Strolling down to the Mucky Duck while we watched the sunset by the beach . We made memories around the kitchen table playing games till we wandered back to the dock for some late night fishing to end our perfect days. Owners were always available to answer our questions. addressed then quickly and ensured our stay was perfect. Thanks for the memories !
    Clean spacious property bayside pool. Excellent family vacation you won’t regret!
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    Bayfront Captiva Home With Pool

    Moving on to Captiva Island, which is connected to Sanibel by a small bridge, this three-bedroom vacation rental is part of the Silver Palms Estate, which is tucked away on the Roosevelt Channel. It does have a private dock — the boat lifts are out of service, but it makes for great fishing. Take advantage of the heated pool and enjoy access to Tween Waters Island Resort and Spa, only half a mile away. This place is dog-friendly for an additional fee.

    Dreaming of Captiva – your dream vacation awaits you
    3 reviews
    Private vacation home
    9 Guests
    3 Bedrooms
    4 Bathrooms
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    Property was pretty much as described and shown via pics. The royal palm was perfect for our family of six. Great location. Great week in Captiva.
    This property was simply gorgeous, secluded, quiet and huge! Our family (w/ 2 teens) very much enjoyed this beautiful home. The bicycles were a major plus as we usually have to rent those – thank you! The kayak, paddleboard, beach chairs, and beach umbrella were also a great touch! We used them all every day. The pool and deck were immaculate and the landscaping and foliage made for a secluded island experience. The back dock was great for fishing, watching for dolphins and manatees. The property does not have direct beach access, but the bike ride or car ride to Tween Waters was not a hassle at all and we enjoyed the resort. Only small recommendation for management would be to consider stocking the kitchen with a few things that don’t need to be replaced often but which guests really need but don’t want to purchase on vacation: hand soap, a bottle of all purpose cleanser, dish rags, salt/pepper and maybe just a few basic spices, coffee filters, olive oil. Overall, this place was incredibly beautiful and we had a fantastic vacation!
    Nice house with Private pool. Dock for fishing. Easy Cart ride to ‘tween waters w resort amenities.
    We had an amazing time at Royal Palm. The house was so nice, the pictures on insta and Sand Caps site do not do the house justice. Having the dock onto the bay was one of our favorite things. We used the dock everyday for fishing, kayaking, and paddle boarding. The dolphins would swim right up to the dock!! We caught, snook and various other fish. The fact that the house came fully supplied with beach chairs, umbrellas and bikes made our trips to the beach at Tween waters so easy. Collecting shells at the beach and playing in the warm ocean water was a daily activity for us. The fact that the house had such a nice swimming pool was great for our family since we had 4 kids from ages 2-12 with us. We do beach rentals every summer. We have been to the Jersey shore, Virginia beach and the Outer Banks. They all pale in comparison to Royal Palm. This house was worth every penny we spent. Plus the owners give you beach towels and a nice bottle of wine when you check in!!! Team was helpful and nice
    We had an amazing time at Royal Palm. The house was so nice, the pictures on insta and Sand Caps site do not do the house justice. Having the dock onto the bay was one of our favorite things. We used the dock everyday for fishing, kayaking, and paddle boarding. The dolphins would swim right up to the dock!! We caught, snook and various other fish. The fact that the house came fully supplied with beach chairs, umbrellas and bikes made our trips to the beach at Tween waters so easy. Collecting shells at the beach and playing in the warm ocean water was a daily activity for us. The fact that the house had such a nice swimming pool was great for our family since we had 4 kids from ages 2-12 with us. We do beach rentals every summer. We have been to the Jersey shore, Virginia beach and the Outer Banks. They all pale in comparison to Royal Palm. This house was worth every penny we spent. Plus the owners give you beach towels and a nice bottle of wine when you check in!!! Team was helpful and nice
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    North Captiva Beach House

    Boasting 75 feet of private, white-sand gulf beach, this five-bedroom North Captiva vacation rental also features a heated swimming pool and a dock on a private canal. The house offers 360-degree views of the gulf and bay sides of the island, while two large screened-in lanais offer expansive views of the pool and Gulf of Mexico. Ping pong and volleyball equipment are provided as are 12 beach chairs, three umbrellas, four single kayaks, and two standup paddle boards. Paddle to the sandbar, just a third of a mile offshore, for some fabulous shelling!

    Dreaming of Captiva – your dream vacation awaits you
    108 reviews
    Private vacation home
    12 Guests
    5 Bedrooms
    6 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    House was amazing, had everything we needed. I was a little worried about getting to North Cap with a large party of 12 but the property managers walked us through everything. It was a smooth process from airport to the house and back. We had a blast doing nothing on the island for a week.
    The location of the house was great! We had a few issues upon arrival but the management team was very responsive. The kayaks and paddle boards were a great plus to use on the beach! The best part of this house is that every room has their own bathroom. There are a lot of stairs so I would not recommend it for anyone that has mobility issues. We rented a boat from boats n fun which I would highly recommend to anyone staying on the island for fun day excursions. Would love to come back again!
    Such a beautiful home with amazing views! The island is so peaceful and relaxing
    This was our second year at Gulf Dreams and it was even better! All new comfortable beds, perfect new landscaping, and a great new golf cart. The view and beach are still absolute perfection. The property managers, Sean and Alley are top-notch! This is the ultimate vacation spot.
    This vacation rental is magnificent! The rooms were spacious and each one came with a shower bathroom. The view from the top master suite balcony alone was worth the rental!!!The pool and beach came with a ton of chairs, a cabana, kayaks, floats, sand toys, etc. The kitchen was especially nice and designed by a foodie for sure. Two ovens, top of the line microwave, great pantry space, two sinks, and an island suitable for prep with an outlet. The only small con was checkout for us. The cleaning crew showed up 35 minutes before our check out and came into the home. They began moving luggage and going into rooms as we were still trying to organize luggage and wash and dry all towels before departure. Otherwise it was overall perfect and the management company made check in a breeze and answers any questions during our stay promptly. Would stay here again over any other property I have seen on the island!!!! Thank you for a great vacation!
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    Rum Cove Waterfront House With Pool

    This four-bedroom North Captiva Island vacation rental isn’t on the beach, but it is on the water, which is great for boat docking and fishing. It also has a heated pool, cabana bar, and decks on all levels. Watch the sunset and stargaze on the observation deck, which offers amazing views over the state parkland and Safety Harbor. Two golf carts are provided so you can explore the island. Hike, kayak, enjoy adult frozen drinks, do some seashell-searching, float in the pool, and catch fish right off the dock!

    Dreaming of Captiva – your dream vacation awaits you
    43 reviews
    Private vacation home
    4 Bedrooms
    5 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    Perfect place to relax while having all amenities you have at home.
    Highly recommend Rum Cove!! The pictures perfectly depicts the house. We stayed with 6 adults and 4 kids and had a bed for everyone (two kids shared a pullout). Beulah is the property manager who reached out to us well before our trip and went above and beyond answering questions we had before and during our stay. Such a lovely, slow, casual island. We had a perfect vacation and are already planning our next back to Rum Cove ☀️❤️
    Spent most of our time at Pool & pool bar.(w/large refrigerator an added bonus for all those drinks!) Docked boat at house, so much easier. Loved the house and all the amenities! We enjoyed our stay, thank you!
    We loved our time at Rum Cove! Seeing Manatee everyday off the dock was amazing. The sunsets on the beach were some of the most beautiful all of us have seen. Having the pool made for perfect escape when we were beached out. The island is quit and exactly what we were looking for. We would definitely come back again!Bring bug spray and sunscreen!! The No-See-Ums ate up a couple of us.The 6 person golf cart did have an issue staying gear. We contacted Beulah with the issue, but do not think she had any luck getting someone over to work on it. Beulah was very helpful and on top of everything we needed!Overall we had a great time!!
    We had 3 separate families stay here! We loved this property! We brought our boat and traveled everywhere! The manatees in the lagoon were a wonderful treat to enjoy with coffee! Watch out for the unwelcomed local raccoon visiting though! He loves anything he can snack on! But he wasn’t a bother! The staff were working on a relocation for this guy!! Beulah was so wonderful to work with! She helped us with all our needs when we needed anything! She was kind enough to bring us power steering fluid to fix a minor issue on our boat too! Talk about grateful!! The sunsets, beach, and island were amazing! The local bar and restaurants were just what we needed for a break from the kitchen! This was a wonderful way to spend time with our families making memories that will last a lifetime!Side note! Bring tons of water! Sunscreen, and bug spray!
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    Safety Harbor Club House

    Boasting spectacular sea views, this North Captiva Island retreat is just 50 steps from the gulf, with private access to the beach. Jaw-dropping views get more spectacular on each floor, topped off by 360-degree sunrise views on the rooftop. No other homes interrupt this private beachfront lot’s vistas. Watch the sunset from the jacuzzi. A six-seater golf cart is included. As with the rest of the North Captiva Island vacation rentals listed here, dockage is available at the Safety Harbor Club wharf for a fee, if you plan on bringing a boat.

    Dreaming of Captiva – your dream vacation awaits you
    16 reviews
    Private vacation home
    6 Guests
    3 Bedrooms
    4 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    Owner very engaged and helpful throughout the stay! Natural wildlife abundant- dolphins, sea turtles, box turtles, variety of sea birds and tons of shells for kids! House exactly like the pictures. We will be back soon!
    Great communication from Joe and Yvena. Perfect location and house amenities!
    We loved it.From the very first contact with the Dervil team, we were in good hands: responsive, gracious and informative, willing to answer a myriad of questions asked by two people who had never been to North Captiva. They continued to help us throughout our stay — we even got a call from the owner checking on us. It was like having a private concierge service. We cannot say enough. Their enthusiasm for the property was evident, and as soon as you pull into the driveway, it is clear why. Rounding the turn in your golf cart, you are transported, your tropical vacation has begun. Echoing previous reviews, the kitchen is well stocked (waffle iron!), the views are excellent, from so many spots in the house. Truly steps to the beach…and the pictures don’t do it justice. We enjoyed Stella Maris so much we ate all our meals there. We could not tear ourselves from the view: days began with sunrise on the roof, went till sunset over the Gulf, and ended watching satellites pass overhead from the hot tub.A note about the island itself: do not let the need to pre-order and pack in all your food deter you. A tiny bit of planning (and Dervil will help) is all it takes to make your stay perfect. The proximity and diversity of wildlife more than compensate for the sparsely stocked convenience stores. This is closer to a Caribbean villa rental than a Florida beach vacation. We were happy to trade Walmart convenience for the luxury of quiet, uncrowded beaches, beautiful water, and having nature close to hand.
    Lovely in every way.
    We had a wonderful time at this property in North Captiva. It was our first trip and I was a little nervous about getting all of our ducks in a row but everything went off with out a hitch. The property owner and manager are both highly responsive. The location is beautiful and the beach is right there. We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the house and spent most of our time hanging out there at the beach. The kitchen is very well set up (instant pot, waffle maker, griddle, good blender, drip coffee maker plus Keurig too). There were a lot of beach things in storage too that came in handy during the trip. I loved waking up and having my coffee on the deck looking out over the Gulf. It is a very relaxing and private place to be for a week with the family. The beach is lovely and we even caught some fish right off the shore.
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    Gypsy Wind Beach Retreat

    While the Gypsy Wind Beach Retreat is not on the beach, it is just 30 steps from the warm inviting waters of the gulf. Surrounded by tropical landscaping, this vacation rental offers more privacy than some oceanfront homes. It also boasts stunning, unobstructed sunset views.

    Lounge in the lanai by the pool, unwind in the hot tub, and mix up something tropical in the tiki bar. Other features include an elevator, hammocks, corn hole, foosball, two six-passenger golf carts, two standup paddle boards, and two kayaks each for two people.

    Dreaming of Upper Captiva – your dream vacation awaits you
    18 reviews
    Private vacation home
    14 Guests
    5 Bedrooms
    6 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    This house has it all from the first floor to the third! The house is very well appointed! We will definitely be back!
    We just returned from our wonderful vacation in North Captiva. Gypsy Wind did not disappoint! Beautiful home with breath taking views! The process of booking, making travel plans and arrival were super easy. Linda, Becca, and Bill were great to work with. Highlights of our trip including daily dolphin sightings, renting a boat and exploring Cayo and Cabbage Key, beautiful sunsets and relaxing with friends. I would definitely recommend Gypsy Wind!
    This trip was an amazing experience. Fantastic property on a beautiful island. The pictures don’t do it justice. Life goes at a slower pace on the island and that was exactly what our family needed. We will definitely be back!
    Gypsy Wind is a beautiful property! We felt like we spent a week in paradise. Waking up to the ocean view was priceless! The house had an endless supply of beach supplies which made it easy to load up and spend the day at the beach. The kids and adults loved the pool after our day at the beach. The ice machines were amazing to keep up with our island drinks. The kitchen was stocked for all of our needs. Prior to our visit there were a few things that we requested and the owner was more than happy to supply them for us prior to our arrival. Linda is very accommodating and is very open to any suggestions to make every guests stay enjoyable. We were able to treat our family and grandkids to a meal prepared by Becca, the private chef, and the food was amazing! Enjoying this wonderful meal out on the deck with the ocean view was priceless! Bill, the property manager, was johnny on the spot to help with anything we needed. This was our second stay on the island and would recommend this property to anyone. North Captiva is truly a relaxing piece of paradise!
    Accommodations were beautiful!30 steps to the beach!!Fantastic family vacation!!
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    Oceanfront Oasis

    Located on Rum Point, the northern tip of North Captiva Island, this vacation rental also boasts its very own pristine, white sandy beach. Scenery includes Cayo Costa Island, sailboats, and wildlife-like pelicans, manatees, and more. A wall of windows allows awesome views of the beach and Captiva Pass. Adjacent to four acres of Federal Wildlife Preserve, the property feels peaceful and secluded. Explore the private, undeveloped land by taking a walk on one of the nature trails.

    An Island Club guest membership is also included with this rental, so you can take advantage of amenities as well as free bike and kayak rentals. Unlike the rest of the North Captiva Island vacation rentals listed above, this one does not include a golf cart rental, but you can book one starting at $50 a day.

    Dreaming of Captiva – your dream vacation awaits you
    35 reviews
    Private vacation home
    8 Guests
    3 Bedrooms
    4 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    This property is one of my favorites from all our travels. The view is awesome! The home was nice we have no complaints. We saw so much marina life from the home. The shells are endless on the beach. We could not have asked for more.
    The best vacation home we have stayed in! The house is beautiful and the view is incredible. We watched dolphins and manatees swim by all day. The house was fully stocked with all of the necessary cooking equipment, towels, beach towels, cleaning products, and laundry detergent. Toys for the kids and floats for the ocean were in the storage unit outside. There is a special water filter in the kitchen so you do not have to purchase bottled water. The North Captiva Island Club membership allows you to use bikes and kayaks for free as well as the pool. It was our first time to the island and it will certainly not be our last. Thanks for a great vacation!
    Exceeded our expectations!
    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at WOW! It is everything listed and more. The property owner was VERY responsive with a couple of questions, the location is amazing, you are STEPS from the water and everything is well appointed! It is a 3 bdrm that will sleep 8 w/ two sets of bunk beds in one room and 2 kings in the others! We drank coffee every morning watching dolphin swim by!! If you have the opportunity to stay here you will not be disappointed. We are already checking our calendars to plan a return visit!!
    We had a very nice stay at WOW. Amazing view and a very nice house. It was clean and the kitchen was well stocked. All went well with check in and check out. We would stay here again.
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    Tarpon Cove

    Located on the quiet north end of the island, this two-bedroom vacation rental also comes with a golf cart and access to the North Captiva Island Club amenities. But instead of a private beach, Tarpon Cove comes with a private dock on the Pine Island Sound, where you can fish or launch a kayak. A quick bike or golf cart ride will get you to area beaches as well as the three restaurants that are on the island.

    Dreaming of Captiva – your dream vacation awaits you
    42 reviews
    Private vacation home
    6 Guests
    2 Bedrooms
    3 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    Our 11 night stay at Tarpon Cove on North Captiva was just what we needed, with plenty of R&R – beach time and chilling at the lovely home. Quick and easy access to 4 beaches, each with its own advantages. We enjoyed watching sunrises from our dock or Dolohin Beach, and kayaking at Dolphin Beach right next to multiple dolphins and manatees! Many sunsets at sunset beach and quick & easy access for short-term beaching. South Beach is vast and never crowded, with the middle beach our most frequent destination. Both where we watched manatees and tarpon swimming by almost daily. The house is wonderfully supplied for beach fun, cooking, and basic necessities- above and beyond most other VRBO destinations. We brought our groceries over via ferry (Island Girl Charters) w us from Publix in Cape Coral. No need for ANYTHING dressy – NC is 100% relaxed and casual. Our teens desired a bit more to do, but it was a fantastic experience and gave us a lot of valuable family time! Andrey & Lana were wonderful!
    We had a wonderful week of rest, boating & fishing.
    This property was absolutely wonderful and the property owners are even more wonderful. It was a seamless check in and check out and everything leading up to it was also seamless. The house is so well-suited for a family and they thought of everything including crafts for kids, and fun pool/beach toys. Next time I can pack at least two bags less because they’re so prepared. We will definitely come back to this house again.
    We really enjoyed Tarpon Cove and North Captiva, The home was lovely as are the hosts. Perfect fit for our family of 5. Enjoyed grilling out every night, reading on the porch, sunsets on the beach, dolphins, shelling and just about everything. We will definitely return!
    Communication with owners was fantastic. Lana and Andrey have thought of all the details to make a wonderful stay. North Captiva is a special place. Would definitely stay at Tarpon Cove again.
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    North Captiva Beachfront Home

    What could be better than your very own private beach? That’s right, an expansive, unobstructed bayside beach lies right outside of this four-bedroom vacation rental and you don’t have to share it with anyone else!

    Just when you thought it couldn’t get any better than gentle waves lapping against the sugar-sand shore as dolphins frolic in the distance, the hosts up the ante with two golf carts, two kayaks, and a personal concierge to greet you.

    But, that’s not all! This rental also includes access to North Captiva Island Club, which features two pools, a pool bar, hot tubs, tennis courts, a basketball court, fat-tire bikes, and more.

    Dreaming of Upper Captiva – your dream vacation awaits you
    32 reviews
    Private vacation home
    10 Guests
    4 Bedrooms
    4 Bathrooms
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    If you are looking for a heavenly escape from the chaos then Sea La Vie is for you! Everything about our trip was perfect. From the moment we stepped foot on the island we felt at ease. We were greeted by Brian from Shally’s Seashells Property Management. Brian grabbed our bags off of the Water Taxi and put them on the trailer attached to his golf cart. He gave my husband and I keys to a blue and pink golf cart and the kids excitedly hopped on the back of the carts to go for a tour of the Island. Brian showed us around the island and told us all about the Manatees that come up to visit people near the shore. Prior to arrival we had the option of having the house stocked with groceries which we took advantage of. When we walked into the house our wine and beer was chilled and waiting for us. The house was perfect and fully stocked with everything we needed from sea kayaks to shovels and floats for the water. I could feel all of the love and attention to detail that the property owners put in the home. The only bad part about this home was leaving to go back to the mainland.
    Leslie (the owner) is so wonderful! Her charming home is decked out with everything you’d need to have a wonderful vacation, right down to copper cups for Moscow Mules (our favorite cocktail!). The island is remote, so preplanning is necessary – Leslie gave detailed instructions which made everything run smoothly! The closet full of beach items and cabinet of games were just some examples of this ideal VRBO for a memorable family vacation. We’ve stayed in dozens of VRBO properties around the world and Leslie is the BEST host ever!!
    My family and I have stayed in dozens of vrbos and this was by far the best vacation we have ever had. This is such a magical place with awesome owners. I won’t stay anywhere else!
    When we booked we wanted an off the beaten path location and North Captiva fit the bill. Sea La Vie was perfect, space wise, amenities, and our own beach!!! Thanks to our hosts and management staff.
    Such a beautiful home! Interior is beautifully decorated and everything you need was provided. Lots of beach towels and beach chairs. Tons of beach toys for children and adults. No need to bring those items. Leslie was extremely helpful in providing all the pre planning information for ground transportation (I highly recommend John and Yvonne), grocery shopping (Debbie was fantastic), Seafood market and liquor store. Leslie was alway available to help me before and during my stay. She took out the anxiety of staying on a private island. The golf carts and kayaks were a big hit. The best family vacation we’ve ever had! So relaxing and laid back. There’s a lot to do if you want or not. It was great to have our own private beach. The water was so warm and sunrises were fantastic! We can’t wait to come back!
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