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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Captiva, FL
  • Captiva Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Jensen’s Marina
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • North Captiva Island Beach
    ‪257 min drive‬
  • Fort Myers, FL (FMY-Page Field)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

* Newest vacation rental on Captiva! * Free Captiva Cruise

Welcome to Dancing Dolphin – A Colorful Captiva Vacation Rental in the Heart of the Village - FREE DOLPHIN TOUR WITH YOUR RENTAL!

Dancing Dolphin is your perfect Captiva Island vacation rental, nestled in the heart of Captiva Village. As you pull into the driveway, you’re greeted by the home’s namesake—a fun-loving dolphin in sunglasses that sets the tone for your laid-back island getaway. Just a short stroll to the beach, bay, restaurants, shops, and marinas, this colorful beach house has everything you need for an unforgettable escape. With a private outdoor elevator and stairs for easy access to the second-floor living space, getting in and out is a breeze. Punch in your code, turn the knob, and step into a spacious, sunny open-concept living area with soaringceilings and two cozy sitting zones. One is anchored by a wall of bookshelves, and the other by a comfy L-shaped section—ideal for movie nights or lazy afternoons. Off the main space, the Sea Turtle Bedroom features a king-size bed and charming coastal touches. Directly across is the Manatee Bedroom, decorated in soothing blue stripes with two low-profile twin beds—great for kids but worth noting for guests with mobility concerns. This bedroom opens up to the screened lanai, outfitted with seating for six, an outdoor table, a wall-mounted TV, and two swinging hammock chairs—your new favorite place for morning coffee or evening wine. The hallway bath is bright and cheerful with a playful “fishy” theme, and a nearby closet holds basic cleaning supplies (though we hope you won’t need them). The fully equipped kitchen makes dining a breeze. Everything is labeled and ready for you: a four-slot toaster, airfryer, blender, Keurig and drip coffee makers, and all the cookware you need. Gather around the dining table, which seats eight, for family meals, game nights, or fresh-caught seafood feasts. Seashell, the Master Suite offers a king-size bed, access to the lanai, and a private en-suite bath with everything you need to unwind after a day in the sun. Downstairs, the fun continues. The game room features a foosball table, pool/ping pong table, flat-screen TV, futon, and walls lined with vintage movie posters—a total hit with teens and nostalgic adults alike. A full bathroom with a
shower is conveniently located just off this space. An adjacent office offers a quiet getaway space with a desk, stationary bike, and hand weights. The laundry room includes a stackable washer/dryer, plenty of beach towels, and an air mattress for any extra guests. You’ll also find a gear room stocked with outdoor games, and all your Captiva beach essentials: two beachcarts, umbrellas, beach chairs, two paddle boards, boogie boards, sand toys, and more. The Sunset Bedroom downstairs features a queen bed and dresser—cozy, quiet, and the perfect place to recharge. Outside, a gas grill is ready for your catch of the day, and the home is just a quick walk to the beach down Laika Lane. Whether you’re shelling at sunrise, dining at the Mucky Duck or Bubble Room, or just soaking in the Gulf
breeze, you’re never far from what makes Captiva so magical. Sleeps 9 comfortably, which makes it perfect for families, couples, or a friends’ getaway.

Highlights:
 Prime location in Captiva Village
 Sleeps 9 | 4 bedrooms | 3 full baths
 Screened lanai with TV, seating, and hammock chairs
 Game room with pool table, foosball, and movie-themed decor
 Fully stocked kitchen + gas grill on outdoors piazza

 Beach carts, chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, paddle boards, toys
 Outdoor games and air mattress included
 Walk to the beach, bay, restaurants, shops, and marinas

Book your stay at Dancing Dolphin today—where the beach is steps away, the vibes are always chill, and memories are made under the sun.

Kingfisher Vacations will only book reservations up to 51 weeks in advance.
All our properties have contact-free check-in no need to stop at the office (or a stop light, none of those here)!

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Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Captiva

Located in Captiva, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sanibel Island Southern Beach and North Captiva Island Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Captiva, FL

What's nearby

  • Captiva Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • McCarthy's Marina - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Jensen’s Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Captiva Chapel By the Sea - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Turner Beach - 9 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mucky Duck - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Green Flash - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪RC Otter's Island Eats - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Crow’s Nest Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is * Newest vacation rental on Captiva! * Free Captiva Cruise pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at * Newest vacation rental on Captiva! * Free Captiva Cruise?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at * Newest vacation rental on Captiva! * Free Captiva Cruise?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is * Newest vacation rental on Captiva! * Free Captiva Cruise located?

This family-friendly Captiva holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Captiva Beach and McCarthy's Marina. Jungle Drums and Jensen’s Marina are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nelly C.

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

Captiva 4 BR Home

The home is in a great location with great furnishings. However, for adults over 55, the 3 child height toilets were challenging for us.I would rent here again if taller toilets (all 3) were installed. Many issues, hips, backs etc when older
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

A beach paradise

A beautiful home within walking distance to both restaurants in town as well as the beach. A great layout for families with the most amazing beach setup: amazing wagons for hauling coolers, chairs, umbrellas, paddleboards, boogie boards and all your beach necessities. A relaxing and enjoyable two weeks in beautiful Captiva!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey P.

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

The Dancing Dolphin was a great place to stay!

First the location was perfect! It’s a short 2-3 min walk to the beach at the end of Laika Ln. The beach wagons provided were amazing and easy to pull from the house to beach. Super easy walk. The location on the beach at Laika was beautiful and so convenient. It is very very close to The Mucky Duck, where we were able to walk right over along the beach and get food or drinks throughout the day when needed. Also a close walk to all the restaurants and shops in town, an even quicker ride if you rent bikes, which we did. The house was super clean and everything was new. Lots of room, it was bigger than we thought it would be. The screened in porch was relaxing and a nice place to have dinner. I definitely recommend this house, it made our vacation amazing and better than we planned!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb D.

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

Amazing location

This is a gem of a house in an amazing location. Our group of 9 (4 adults, 5 kids including 3 teens) loved it. The downstairs space worked great for the kids though may not work if your children are young. The beach access is amazing. The town is quiet and fun. We are strongly considering coming back.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell W.

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

Dancin dolphin is a great spot

Location is perfect for beach and Restaraunts. Had all the needed beach equipment and the kitchen was fully stocked. Grill worked great. Game room on bottom floor was great for teens. Plan on being inside in Captiva after 10. Noise ordinance is strictly enforced. Great town. Great beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

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

Recent stay Dancing Dolphin

Dancing Dolphin is in a perfect location to do anything in Captiva. It is situated on a quiet private lane and exceptionally close to the beach-wagons are provided to get your stuff there with ease. The property manager was extremely communicative. The first day we had a couple questions and someone came out promptly. The house was spotless, clearly recently painted bright cheerful pastels. The place is a bit quirky but easy to figure out. Note that the downstairs bedroom/office are accessible from the outside only-there are no stairs within the house to reach it. The porch/lanai is terrific and quickly became our favorite spot to relax, read, or watch TV.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

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