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

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A 60 sec. walk to the water
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Captiva, FL
  • North Captiva Island Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Cayo Costa Beaches
  • Useppa Island
    ‪261 min walk‬
  • Fort Myers, FL (FMY-Page Field)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

sleeping area 3

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

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

***** NEW GOLF CART WITH RENTAL*****
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 5 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 AND INSURANCE 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..

Property manager

allen krupar
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 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
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 AND INSURANCE TO OPERATE GOLF CART.

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 near 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 McCarthy's Marina and Jensen’s Marina. 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 - 2 min walk - 0.2 km

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Does North Captiva Island Beach House/60 Second Walk to 4 Miles of Awesome Beaches have a pool?

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

Is North Captiva Island Beach House/60 Second Walk to 4 Miles of Awesome Beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at North Captiva Island Beach House/60 Second Walk to 4 Miles of Awesome Beaches?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at North Captiva Island Beach House/60 Second Walk to 4 Miles of Awesome Beaches?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is North Captiva Island Beach House/60 Second Walk to 4 Miles of Awesome Beaches located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly holiday home is steps from North Captiva Island Beach.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne V.

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

6/10 Okay

Jon-jo D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Worn out
Great potential and location. Property is tired and needs updating and care.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation stay
Property, location and communication was all great, would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominick B.

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

Dominick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Nice beach house in a great location
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy H.

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

Sofia G., Mason Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Upper Captiva Stay
Perfect Island getaway. Loved everything about the island.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Bridget B.

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

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Dee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Getaway
This place was perfect for us. It's comfy and close to the beach and had what we needed. Owner and manager were great to work with! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beverly B., Topeka

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf carts and the beach!
What more could you want. We loved moving about in the carts and the gulf water was walk in warm. The house was nice and owner responsive. A very nice tropical stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John W., Rochester, Minnesota

Very nice rental in a great location
We've been to North Captiva Island a couple of times and love the location that Winter Haven is in. Only a minute or two walk to the best beach on the island (short of the one in the nature preserve further South). The rental was clean and we'll stocked. Having satellite TV on those non beach days was a plus. Overall a great value.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
This is paradise! The island is so beautiful. The house is in a great location. Sherman was awesome. He was very helpful with arrival and any questions we had. I would definitely come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

John V.

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

Davi T.

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

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Island paradise
We had an awesome family vacation. Sherman was waiting for us with golf cart and trailer when we arrived and promptly picked us up again at the end of our stay. He was a phone call away if we needed. The house was perfect for my husband and I and our two middle school age kids.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Colin B.

Nice!
Good location close to beautiful beach! Mostly comfortable but could use a few updates? glasses are plastic, chipped plates, miniature bbq...
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Lisa I., Topeka, Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winterhaven
We appreciated the house, gokf cart, grill with charcoal, deck, and ability to do laundry. It was so handy to have beach chairs and beach umbrella available for use. Thank you to Sherman for quickly responding to and resolving the only real issue that arose during our stay. We hope to return to NCI, what a special place!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Jeanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet getaway
Comfortable, clean, safe, private, had everything we needed and then some. Allen was very responsive and everything occurred exactly as planned. We did have a 19 month old with us. They provided a baby gate and a pack and play. For toddlers, need to watch around the railings. It was a great family getaway and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

April L., Scotts Valley , CA

Awesome home in an Amazing location.
Loved every minute of this place! From the boat ride out to the island, cruising around with the owner provided golf cart, (no cars on the island!) to the long sandy beaches where you can find all kinds of shell treasures. This home and the location are perfect for couples and families. The house is very nice, clean , and updated. The kitchen has everything you need, (bring your groceries from the mainland). Sit on the deck and enjoy your tropical drink while watching the sunset, you won't be disappointed. We can't wait to come back and are already working on the dates for our next trip ! The owner is great to talk to and will help you with any questions you might have. I highly recommend this home if your looking for a great place on N. Captiva .

6/10 Okay

Erin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
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

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