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Windows on the Water "W.O.W" An ocean front oasis!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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Captiva, FL
  • North Captiva Island Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Cayo Costa Beaches
    ‪331 min walk‬
  • Useppa Island
    ‪250 min walk‬
  • Fort Myers, FL (FMY-Page Field)
    ‪218 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master 1

1 King Bed

Master 2

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master 1 Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Windows on the Water "W.O.W" An ocean front oasis!

House, 3 bedrooms - 3 full bath.

Our renovated home is named "Windows on the Water" because of the spectacular wall of windows facing a pristine, white sandy beach and Captiva Pass. Relax inside or outside on your very own beach, and enjoy views of Cayo Costa Island, sailboats and wildlife including pelicans, manatees and more!

3 bedrooms, 3 full baths. WOW offers two master suites, each with a king bed and ensuite full bathroom. The third bedroom has 2 low-rise bunk beds, perfect for young children and teens. The third full bathroom with a bathtub/shower is just off the bunk room.

Windows on the Water is located on the northern tip of the island called Rum Point. We are on the beach and also adjacent to 4 acres of private, undeveloped land which makes our home feel peaceful and secluded.

We provide beach chairs and lounges, outdoor and indoor games. The house is outfitted with stainless steel appliances, Starlink wifi, 4 wall-mounted flat screen televisions, and a full size washer & dryer. There is a propane grill outside for your use.

An Island Club guest membership is included with your booking. This offers your entire group free bicycle, paddle board, and kayak use, as well as access to 2 swimming pools.

North Captiva island is perfect for you if you're looking for a one of a kind experience. This is a special island that can be accessed only by boat or plane. Ferries to and from the island run throughout the day. North Captiva has no cars, only sandy trails and golf carts! There are public beaches. However with your own private beach you probably won't feel the need to leave the house!

There are two restaurants, a convenience store, guided fishing and boating tours, boat rentals, grocery delivery service, and more.

Renting a beachfront home offers you so much more than an amazing view, you will have the extra privacy and convenience of having your very own beach. You can unplug (or unplug your kids!), enjoy the beach, and take a walk on one of the nature trails in the Federal Wildlife Preserve.

A golf cart is not included with this rental, however you can easily book one.

The house limit is 8 people, including infants. Sorry, no pets.

Please email with any questions. We would love to have you stay!

Property manager

Wendy
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Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Captiva

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in North Captiva, a neighbourhood in Captiva. Barbara Sumwalt Useppa Island Historical Museum and Barbara Sumwalt Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Calusa Heritage Trail and McCarthy's Marina. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Captiva, FL

What's nearby

  • North Captiva Island Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Restaurants

  • The Mucky Duck
  • Tarpon Lodge
  • Starbucks
  • RC Otter's Island Eats
  • Over the Waterfront

Frequently asked questions

Does Windows on the Water "W.O.W" An ocean front oasis! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Windows on the Water "W.O.W" An ocean front oasis! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Windows on the Water "W.O.W" An ocean front oasis! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Windows on the Water "W.O.W" An ocean front oasis! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Windows on the Water "W.O.W" An ocean front oasis! located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Captiva holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from North Captiva Island Beach.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Van P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Experience!

Beautiful house within steps of the ocean. Private beach. Views from the living and dining areas are terrific. We saw stunning sunsets and lots of wildlife. Well appointed and clean house well stocked with kitchen and household needs and supplies. In advance of our arrival, the owner provided very helpful detailed information and advice regarding the house, the ferry, the island, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

aimee h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

I love this house, it’s located in one of the best spots on North Captiva and you can watch the sunset from the living room.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nothing short of WOW

Beautiful property within feet of the ocean. Perfect house with three bedrooms and three bathrooms. The views are impeccable. Private beach. Kitchen is very very well stocked with every possible thing you could need.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

New Years on Captiva

gorgeous location and very clean property. It really is in a beautiful location that is steps from the beach with a very few other people. The walks were amazing. The property was very clean and well appointed. The biggest issue is simply the hurricane damage that was still terrible. There were heaps of garbage and destroyed property all along the roads and even associated with the property itself. It definitely took away from the experience, but was very understandable.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Polina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loooooooved our trip!

The WOW house was amazing! It had everything we needed for our family of four, was accurately described and presented in the listing, clean, and tastefully decorated. The waterfront location was priceless! We saw breathtaking sunsets, dolphins frolicking in the morning, lots of pelicans, herons, you name it!! Even our overactive boys stopped and looked and took it in. One small challenge (which others may see as a benefit) was lots of supplies in the closets, so our younger son’s clothes mostly stayed in the suitcase (room with the two bunk beds). The hostess was VERY organized, had spot on directions, and very prompt with responding. She even anticipated a problem with a golf cart because of our late arrival and we were able to resolve! Thank you WOW house and Wendy!!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great place enjoy the views
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome vacation home!!

My family and I had a wonderful time at WOW. The views are amazing from the dining room and living room. We saw manatees and dolphins and even had a dolphin come into the shallows to get a fish! The house was very clean and looked just like pictures, and had tons of board games and water toys. We will definitely be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing week!

We loved our visit! Home was clean and beds were comfortable! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than expected

We loved WOW, the views are spectacular. It is on a wonderful bit of the island. Amazing wildlife, we could not have enjoyed it more. Wendy is an amazing host and very contactable.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sergio R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AMAZING STAY!!

As soon as we arrived to the island it felt amazing the house was a 5 minute drive from the ferry dock and when we got to the house it was beautiful. The views were incredible, the house was in perfect conditions and was equipped with everything necessary.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible trip!

Perfect property, perfect location, unbeatable views. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful week at WOW

We enjoyed the water and beach fun in North Captiva Island. Great weather and sunsets. We saw dolphins daily and manatee.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view and great home!

Place was just as advertised. Location was amazing at the north tip of North Captiva. On a dead end so almost no traffic or noise. Home was in great shape with nice bathrooms, cute 4-bunk room, and great kitchen/dining area. Owner was super quick responding to messages, usually within minutes. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne R., Punta Gorda, FL USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Manatee's Aplenty!!

Just loved this property it was perfect for my family. My spot was in the small chair in front of one of the 7 big windows and enjoyed seeing so many manatees and dolphins plus sting rays. The property had a lot of items that you don't think of like spices for cooking. Would recommend this property because the view is awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family and Friends Summer Getaway

This was our first time staying on the island and it was amazing! We enjoyed every second and did not want to leave. The house was as expected with great views of the water where we saw dolphins and manatees. We ate empanadas at a nearby stand. It was the perfect getaway for our two families. Wendy was an amazing host and helped us with all of our questions, while offering up recommendations!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Looks just like the photos!

We recently stayed at this house for a week. It was very comfortable and the views were amazing. It really does look just as good in real life as in the pictures! Beds and linen were very comfortable. Had everything we needed to make ourselves at home. Water pressure in showers was also really good. Would love to go again, especially after the island heals itself some more. Hope to come again :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week in North Captiva

Windows on the Water is a gorgeous house in a beautiful, quiet location directly on the beach. It was a relaxing week and we felt like we had the beach all to ourself. North Captiva is recovering, and although there was a ton of repair work and debris collection in progress, it didn’t interfere with our stay. The owner was very responsive as was the staff at the Island Club. The house had everything we needed for a great week and enjoyable vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slice of heaven!

This was by far our most favorite family vacation to date! We enjoyed the slower, quiet days on the island, starting with having our coffee while looking out through the windows at the ocean. My kids loved to look for shells, as you can walk both ways on their beach. They played ping pong daily down on their outdoor porch area under the home, and my daughter loved reading her book on the hammock. The home had everything we needed, with the view being our most favorite! Wendy was wonderful to work with. We hope to be back again next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shereen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular

W.O.W. is the perfect description for this house! I felt my breath catch in my throat as I stepped in the door! The beauty through the windows gives you a sense of never leaving the outdoors. Watching the sunset and the moon rise, dolphins gracefully going by as you eat lunch, the birds fishing for breakfast as you sip coffee, the quiet privacy. It's just spectacular! The house was clean and the beds were very comfortable. Book your reservations today, there are no regrets.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a spot!

This is probably the perfect cottage on the island for up to 8 just as long as a few of the 8 are kiddos. I can not say enough, freshly renovated, HUGE kitchen, big bedrooms, on the water is an under statement! The whole front of the house is windows that are literally a few feet from the waters edge. On the quite side of the island, this is North Captiva so it takes a minute to figure out the logistics to get to the island but once you are there it is sooo worth it. We were there for spring break week and it was not busy at all! I 100% recommend! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

W.O.W is WOW

W.O.W. is all you need to know. Sorry we had to go back to reality. Only thing that would make W.O.W. better is a microphone to bring the ocean sounds inside!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

This house and island were amazing. I don’t really know which word to use to describe our trip. We’ve never been to the Caribbean but pictured this place as if it could have been there. The trip to the island from the ferry was breath taking. We got to island earlier than check in and were able to use the cart we rented to go exploring and grab a bite to eat till the house was ready. We saw manatee, large sharks, small sharks, so many different birds, sea turtle nests, many many fish, bald eagles. We kayaked, rented fishing rods and a paddle board for the week. We took a charter boat trip. Our guide was amazing….from Boats and fun. The NCIC had two nice pools we used when the hurricane first started. Of course there was no one at the pool at that time and we capitalized on the lack of people. Of course it wasn’t lightning during that time. Views are just as pictured. Pictures are exactly as shown. We explored the state park. Walked to southern tip and back (9-10miles round trip). I have a lower rating for the cleanliness bc the master bath definitely needs new grout and some touching up in the sink area. We had two adults and four kids, ages 11, 13, 15, & 16. We would definitely return. Wendy was amazing and responded timely. Reception is spotty so communication can be challenging at times. I can’t say enough about this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location and Oh that View!

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing house and location

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!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

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