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On a Whim Captiva Island Beach Cottage

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Property grounds
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6109.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Captiva, FL
  • Jensen’s Marina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Captiva Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • North Captiva Island Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Fort Myers, FL (FMY-Page Field)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

On a Whim Captiva Island Beach Cottage

Life doesn't get much better than staying for a week or longer at "On a Whim". Our newly renovated Captiva Island cottage is located in the Village area of Captiva, just a short walk to the beach, bay, shops, and restaurants. We are located on a quiet street called Mango Ct. There is a ground-level area with seating to relax and enjoy a meal in the fresh air. The inside of the home has been completely renovated with new furniture, flooring, paint, and much more. There is a spacious living area with a flat panel TV, a dining area, and a full kitchen. An open deck stretches from the living area to the master bedroom, and a screened lanai area with seating is just off the living room. The master bedroom has a king-sized bed and en-suite bathroom, while the guest bedroom features a queen-sized bed and full bathroom just across the hall. There is a queen-sized sleeper sofa in the living room for additional guests. We look forward to welcoming you to "On a Whim" very soon! One small dog may be considered with owner approval and an additional non-refundable pet fee.

Important Note: This rental does not include beach chairs or umbrellas. Instead, we’ve partnered with VayKLife to provide you with a credit toward beach essentials like chairs, umbrellas, coolers, wagons, and more—so you can pack light and still enjoy everything you need for a perfect day at the beach. While some of our homes may have beach gear on-site, availability varies, and we cannot guarantee specific items will be provided. With VayKLife, you get to choose exactly what you need, and they’ll deliver it right to your door for added convenience. Your booking confirmation includes a link to VayKLife’s site, where you can browse their full selection and easily redeem your credit. It’s just one of the ways we help make your stay as seamless and enjoyable as possible.

***Due to the aftermath of the storms Helene and Milton, the island is currently in a restoration phase. Please be aware that amenities may not be open or readily accessible during your visit, including limited restaurant options and activities. Additionally, nearby ongoing construction may create noise and other disturbances that we have no control over.***

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed
No dangerous breeds. One dog under 50 lbs
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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

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 North Captiva Island Beach and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum are also worth visiting. 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

  • McCarthy's Marina - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Jensen’s Marina - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Captiva Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Turner Beach - 9 min drive - 5.1 km
  • North Captiva Island Beach - 9 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mucky Duck - ‬8 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 On a Whim Captiva Island Beach Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at On a Whim Captiva Island Beach Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On a Whim Captiva Island Beach Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On a Whim Captiva Island Beach Cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Jungle Drums, McCarthy's Marina and Jensen’s Marina. Captiva Beach and Captiva Chapel By the Sea are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ilya k.

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

Great week

Just show up a have a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

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

Perfect location

Fully stocked kitchen. Nice enclosed porch.Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

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

Quiet stay

We needed time away from a hectic work schedule down the road in Naples. This was Perfect! The best location on the Island! Thank you
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

pat s.

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

Whim

Porch and stairs are unsafe. Bathrooms need updating. Bug infestation throughout.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Stacy D.

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

On a whim

The place wasn’t cleaned when we arrived. Prior guest had a dog and there was dog hair everywhere. I called management and they sent cleaners right away. So that was great. Location is awesome! We walked everywhere. The Mucky Duck food was not good at all. And they only serve beer and wine. Captiva is still rebuilding after Ian.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Desiree B.

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

Stay at on a whim

Nice place, great location. Sufficient for our needs. Contact with management by text for issues was good. Responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Markus Gabler

DREAM VACATION in PARADISE <3 Fast and flexible conversation and always replied fast.

DREAM VACATION in PARADISE <3 Fast and flexible conversation and always replied fast. Best service

8/10 Good

Jill B., Shanghai, China

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

Small home on Captiva

Home was in a great location. We loved the back porch and air conditioner worked wonderful. A few challenges..because the home was older,,some bugs, sheets on beds were not cotton so not super comfortable and master bed too soft. A few upgrades in the home would go a long way..but otherwise a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Exactly what we were looking for. Comfortable and great location.

Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Betsy S.

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

On a Whim

Cute house, but didn’t have the amenities we wanted. We rented in Sunset Captiva as well. We enjoyed their pool and pickleball courts.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Very nice beach home

Modern and located centrally around the village area.
Stayed 31 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

MARY ANN K., BOSQUE FARMS, NEW MEXICO, USA

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

Lovely stay

Wonderful home. Great location! Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey P.

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

Captiva Experience

The property was exactly as projected. It was in a beautiful, quiet neighborhood centrally located to all the restaurants & activities. We loved the large living room, large bedrooms, and screened in porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy Walterhouse

N

Nice property with everything that is needed for a nice stay Excellent service!
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10/10 Excellent

Bettina Fischer

We had a great time with our kids, great space in this home, very well located and wonderful interio

We had a great time with our kids, great space in this home, very well located and wonderful interior. One door to the balcony didn’t work and it was repaired promptly- sorry for my bad English!!!! We love Captiva & Sanibel and enjoy those islands every year since 2014 ...

10/10 Excellent

Colleen B.

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

Clean, new, convenient!

What a lovely week! This house is clean, new, and convenient to town and Doc Ford’s/Starbucks- it’s in the perfect walkable spot! The property manager Nicole was incredibly helpful and responsive the whole week. The only thing we would have missed is cable (no bowl games or national news) and a pool, but luckily our parents have a timeshare on South Seas so we rented bikes and shared their pool. The beds/ bedding were super comfortable and this was a very relaxing vacation in a beautifully maintained house! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

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