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Beach's Edge, On the beach

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Exterior
Beach
Property grounds
Beach
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Captiva, FL
  • North Captiva Island Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Cayo Costa Beaches
  • Useppa Island
    ‪262 min walk‬
  • Fort Myers, FL (FMY-Page Field)
    ‪212 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bunkbeds room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom Main Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Beach's Edge, On the beach

This beautiful home is right on the Florida sugar sand beach, which is often uninhabited except by wading birds, ghost crabs, osprey and snook. This property features direct beach access so you can walk right onto the beach and into the Gulf of Mexico. North Captiva Island features some of the most secluded beaches in the continental United States. Many times of the year, your family may be the only ones on the beach.

North Captiva Island is only accessible by water taxi and there are no cars on the island. Transportation on the island is by golf cart which is provided with your rental, walking or bicycle. There are no paved roads, only sandy paths winding through tropical vegetation. It is truly a unique setting. Palm trees, gumbo limbo trees and beautiful flowers are everywhere.

Our favorite activities are fishing, shelling, swimming and exploring the beach and state land. There are a large number of wading birds, gopher tortoises, raccoons, brown pelicans, osprey, egrets, cormorants, bald eagles, ibis and sanderlings. There are two very nice swimming pools and hot tub maintained by our island club a short walk or golf cart drive from our house. Kayaks and bicycles are also available at no charge through the island club. Tarpon, sea trout, red fish, snook, and snapper may be caught from the shore. Shelling is a daily activity on the island. North Captiva is often described as the shelling capital of North America.

Our house, Beach's Edge, is beautifully appointed and newly updated. The kitchen includes new stainless steel appliances and gulf views. The living room includes new leather couches and flat screen TV. There are 2 bedrooms on the main floor: a master bedroom with a gulf view and a guest bedroom with two bunk-beds. There is one full bath on the main floor.

Because the house is on the west shore of North Captiva we are often witness to stunning sunsets which can be observed from your bedroom or the back deck. Don't forget your camera to help capture some memories. If you are lucky you may see Dolphin playing in the surf, Tarpon showing past the first breakers and the legendary stoop of the brown pelican fishing. This has got to be one of the prettiest and most unusual places you will ever see.

Keywords: House, beachfront, family vacation

Property manager

Alicia Kahler
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pac n Play & high chair available
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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
***Please note our home is on North Captiva Island NOT Captiva Island. This is an island north of Captiva Island and you only get to it by boat.
Booking requires purchase of accidental damage insurance. Link emailed to your email directly. Dates will not be booked until insurance is purchased.

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 not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Captiva

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in North Captiva, a neighbourhood in Captiva. McCarthy's Marina and Jensen’s Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore North Captiva Island Beach and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Captiva, FL

What's nearby

  • North Captiva Island Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km

Restaurants

  • The Mucky Duck
  • Green Flash
  • Starbucks
  • RC Otter's Island Eats
  • Crow’s Nest Steakhouse

Frequently asked questions

Does Beach's Edge, On the beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Beach's Edge, On the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beach's Edge, On the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach's Edge, On the beach?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Beach's Edge, On the beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Captiva holiday home is steps from North Captiva Island Beach.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 105 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Joanne D.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Stranded

The location of the home is amazing. The 3rd bedroom is separate from the rest of the house. House manager Duncan is awful. He never gave us his contact info. Hot tub cover kept blowing off so could not use kitchen sink clogged. Bath tub clogged. Cart kept breaking down. It is the only way to get around the island. We could not go to club to swim or go to restaurants. When we asked for another cart they would send repair person. All fixed!! Wrong broken down again. This went on for two weeks Do Not Rent!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

Great week!

This was the 2nd time at the house and it was great. The house was fantastic. The scenery was unbelievable and overall with a wonderful time. Look forward to going back again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fran T.

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

Spectacular location

This house was better than I could have imagined. This was our first visit to North Captiva and I could not have picked a better location to stay. The views are priceless. We loved everything about the island and the house and will be back for certain. The property owner and management co was easy to work with and provided us with everything we needed and then some. Thank you so much for making this a wonderful week of memories and fabulous shelling!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bev S.

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

Amazing home, location, and spectacular views!

Stunning right-on-the-beachfront location. Fantastic views, uncrowded beaches, and beautifully renovated. Loved it!
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna M.

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

Beaches edge is amazing!!

We loved staying here!!!! The house was perfect!!! The oven and beach area was amazing!!! Such perfect sunsets. We couldn’t have asked for a better week! The only thing is the downstairs is completely separate from the upstairs! BUT it worked in our favor!!! My parents stayed down there and had privacy from my husband and I with our kids!! It was so so good!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britannie M.

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

Beaches Edge

We had another wonderful stay at Beaches Edge. There were several updates done on the home since our last stay that made a world of difference! We look forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britannie M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beaches Edge - North Captiva

It was a truly relaxing and enjoyable trip for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn J.

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

Stunning!

Stunning sunset views from the deck! It just might be the perfect beach house, the water is closer than it appears in the pictures. The house has been beautifully updated since the pics in the listing. North Captiva is the perfect plus to unplug and relax. Added bonus that the beds and linens were very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

Amazing views

Overall was a great experience, staff and owner were very nice and helpful, wondering views and a lovely house to stay at.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sally D., Montpelier

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

Wonderul getaway

The house is wonderfully located on the beach just steps from amazing shelling and fishing. We had a beautiful week, and can't wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

perfect!

Perfect location, perfect property!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break 2022

We had a fantastic day! The house was cozy and you can’t beat the location. The weather was perfect, and we absolutely love the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

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

Perfect Beach Location

Location was fantastic! Beautiful sunsets every night! The house was well stocked with beach toys and kitchen utensils. Everything we could need for a great week with 4 kids of all ages!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Madison N.

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

Heaven!

We couldn’t have asked for a better spot for our stay on North Captiva! This location is just the best, shells and sunset can’t be beat here. We loved everything about it and can’t wait to go back! Seriously heavenly!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Serenity in Paradise

Beautiful house, closest to water on isolated beach. Best shelling in Florida. Wake up to picture perfect view and peaceful mornings. Family friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

kevin a.

Best Vacation Ever!

This was by far our favorite family vacation! The home is in the best location on the island and the view of the sunset from the deck is amazing! The property managers were very personable and professional and made our stay on the island worry free. We can’t wait to return to paradise and will definitely book Beach’s Edge!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Amazing view and very private beach

Very comfortable beach house. Felt fine putting our feet up, collecting shells and our favorite activity was watching the sunset. This is a million dollar view!! Lovely owners and management team!! Already booked again for next year!!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

our stay

Dear Alicia, my sister and I loved the house and the location of the property. We would love to come back. Sincerely, Lisa Platt
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Ben B.

Amazing location

We arrived by night si we had the surprise the next morning : what a view. The ocean sounds rocking me asleep were a hint though.... Will be back for sure

8/10 Good

Cayce T., Fort Worth

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

Wonderful beach house!

We had a great week in North Captiva and loved Beach’s Edge! The house location was perfect and although the property itself is dated, it has just what you need and more! We especially enjoyed the updated kitchen. Most of all, Duncan and Laurie (property management) will make sure your stay is absolutely perfect and are such sweet people to work with! We cannot wait to return. -The Trudo family
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kristen A.

Great. Served its purpose!

Bring on the beach was the best part! Amazing views. Bugs sucked!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2016

10/10 Excellent

emily M.

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

The BEST place to be

We look forward to our yearly vacation at North Captiva and staying at Beaches Edge. It feels like home the minute we pull up to the house. It has everything we need and we loved the new living room furniture. The views are the best on the beach and we really enjoyed watching the sunsets while sitting on the new swing. Alicia is awesome to work with and always takes care of us. We can’t wait to go back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

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

Incredible stay!

Our family had a perfect weeklong stay at Beaches Edge. It was our first time to the island and we were a little nervous at first about the remoteness of it all, but that turned out to be the best part—we were forced to disconnect and relax. We loved the beach view/access and made sure to catch the sunset every night, often from the deck. One night, a bunch of dolphins played right out front of the house just before sunset! Our kids (ages 3 & 7) spent hours playing in the sand and finding seashells. Access to the island club was a nice perk, especially on a windy day when the ocean was a little rough. The kids loved the pool and we enjoyed getting lunch at Mangoes. Grocery delivery (and the midweek fresh fish delivery) made everything very easy. All in all, it was just what our busy family needed and we can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

emily M.

Best view, location on the Island

This was our second stay on the Island and first time at Beaches Edge. We loved it so much we have booked it for next year. The house itself was very clean and had everything we needed. The views and the beach were the best. A very peaceful and relaxing getaway. The owners were very responsive with information. We can't wait for our next trip in July to Beaches Edge. The only negative comment about Beaches Edge is we had to leave.

4/10 Poor

jack w.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Too many cooks

Maybe some kind of checklist to know where to go and what to do. Seems like the miscommunication between the owner and the property manager and all involved was liking..the house was supposed to be finished. The contractor was supposed to be out of there. And it just didn't happen.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Alicia Kahler

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Our family includes Mark and Becky and our 7 grown children, 2 grandchildren, and 4 dogs (2 Airedales and 2 Shihtzus). We have 1 in Maine with her daughter, 1 in Philadelphia, 3 in Kansas City, 1 in New Jersey with his wife and son and 1 in California. Mark is a Family Practice physician in Kansas City and Becky is a homemaker who loves children, animals, jail ministry, and working with kids in the inner city. Alicia, our daughter-in-law, enjoys answering inquiries on VRBO/HomeAway and helps our guests plan and book their vacations to the island and our home.

Why they chose this property

We love the island, the trees, flowers and the uncrowded beaches. We have had our best vacations here walking the beach, playing games, praying, reading and enjoying the wildlife.

What makes this property unique

We have one of the few homes on the island that is on the beach and has direct beach access. Driving around the island in the golf cart observing island flora and fauna is unique to this place. We are members of the North Captiva Island Club and you will have access to all the amenities of the Club including 2 large swimming pools and a hot tub when you stay in our home. The beaches are the least crowded we have ever been on. The nighttime stars are spectacular and we have watched sea turtles digging a nest on the side of our house.

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