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

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Property grounds
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Beach/ocean view
Miscellaneous
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car available

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Phone
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Unit size: 1600 sq ft (149 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Island Beach House/60 Second Walk 4 Miles Awesome Beaches House
Island Beach House/60 Second Walk 4 Miles Awesome Beaches
Island Beach House/60 Second Walk 4 Miles Awesome Beaches House
Island Beach House/60 Second Walk 4 Miles Awesome Beaches House
Island Beach House/60 Second Walk 4 Miles Awesome Beaches

About the neighborhood

Map
Captiva, FL

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?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

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

This vacation home is located in Captiva (North Captiva), close to the beach and North Captiva Island Beach. Area attractions also include Alison Hagerup Beach Park and Cayo Costa Beaches.

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

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Verified traveler

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

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

8/10 Good

Steven J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great older smaller home
Really is a nice place. A little small for our family of 5. It is an older house. Communication with the owner was great, he was very nice and helpful. BUT the owner needs to replace the golf cart.. It's very old and felt unreliable and we had issues with it running at times. It was not fun after few days driving the cart because it was very uncomfortable because of the shocks. It's an old crappy cart. Owner needs to buy a new one.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Doug C., Cincinnati

relaxing stay
My wife, daughter, and I stayed at this property in late March 2018 for one (1) week. We very much enjoyed our stay at the house, which was complemented by absolutely beautiful weather -- sunny and mild every day. We found the house to be clean, with all the systems in good working order. The house is close to the main beach on the island -- well within walking distance, although most people opted to use the golf carts. The house was also well stocked with everything one might need on a beach vacation. One need only bring their clothes -- a t-shirt and swim trunks should suffice, along with their groceries, assuming they plan to cook meals for themselves. The house featured filtered water in the kitchen, so lugging bottled water from Pine Island is not necessary. I would have no problem recommending this property to others who might have an interest in visiting North Captiva.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Claude R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Would return
As always, North Captiva is a wonderful destination for those seeking an entirely relaxing vacation without any agendas. The island is still recovering from the September hurricane such that there is a fair amount of debris and damaged homes, but the ideal weather and surrounding nature make up for these transient negative aspects. The home is well apportioned and within walking distance to the beach. The only negative feature is that the extra sofa bed is located in the master bedroom, which provides scant privacy for those using the master bed. (There is a sliding wall but the sofa bed is bigger than the sliding wall’s circumference. ) Would return as a party of four, rather than five, as we did. Overall, recommended.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023