The whole experience was great, from finding this property on VRBO, to securing it , communication, check in/check out. John Bates (owner) introduced himself when we arrived, and checked on us a couple days later. The size worked well, as it was just my wife and I. We will definitely return to this beautiful island, and stay at this property.

House was a cute and clean. John was very nice and helpful. Just a few yards from the beach and restaurants. Nice court yard for eating and relaxing. Will definitely recommend and stay again.

The whole experience was great, from finding this property on VRBO, to securing it , communication, check in/check out. John Bates (owner) introduced himself when we arrived, and checked on us a couple days later. The size worked well, as it was just my wife and I. We will definitely return to this beautiful island, and stay at this property.

We spent a lovely week in this 2BR, 1 bath unit that is just steps from the ocean and blocks away from restaurants, the Island Store, bike rentals and anything you might need on Captiva. It has a full kitchen if you want to make any meals and a cute patio area outside. The decorating could use a little updating but all in all it was a great place to stay at a fair price! John, the host, was very accommodating and we appreciated the little things like coffee filters, salt and pepper and saran wrap/foil. You never know if those things will be available and it's a nice bonus when traveling!

Great place to stay on Captiva Island. Quiet street next to the Civic Center , Library, Wedding Chapel, and Old Burying Grounds. Minutes to walk to the beach. Will return next year for sure.

John was fantastic with communication - easy check-in process. Great location - looks just like photos ! A/C works perfect - good water pressure in shower. Kitchen has everything you need. Would love to come back!

Johns place is a little slice of heaven - spectacular Secluded Beach - Gorgeous Sunsets - wonderful restaurants nearby - quiet and relaxing!

Clean, quiet, and comfortable. Everything we look for in a vacation. Thanks John

Great location, friendly host, beautiful neighborhood, clean, well cared-for house.

I spent a week here in Captiva with my family. It was amazing! John welcomed us upon arrival. Check-in was very easy. Check out requirement’s are very minimal. Cellular service is hit or miss (Verizon) and Wi-Fi is also not dependable. Pros: super close walk to the beach. Beach front is right next to Mucky Duck the best place to watch Sunsets! Apartment is within walking distance to restaurants and shopping. Beautiful quiet area. Chairs and beach umbrellas are available. Cons: The apartment is out dated. King bed mattress is bowed on one side. No exhaust fan in bathroom. Not enough utensils or pans for cooking. No oven mitts. The fisher price wagon that is available for use does not work in sand or at the end of the beach access path. No washer/dryer in unit however John’s is available by appointment. No fishing poles available for use.

Perfect place for some much needed R&R. Look forward to another stay!

John's place has everything you need. You cannot beat the location: steps from the beach, two blocks from the Captiva Island "downtown area" with bars, restaurants, live music and McCarthy's Marina home to Captiva Cruises. It is also adjacent to the Public Library. The apartment itself is super-quiet, it comes with all beach amenities, and an outside grill and a table under the palm tree. The owner John has been very kind and helpful during my stay. I am already planning to go back!

It was unbelievable. If you are looking for location. This is for the price. Everything you need steps from the beach. Hidden jewel. Thanks John

Everything you need is here. We had a wonderful, relaxed stay and we look forward to be back. Thanks Mr Bates!

We will definitely return here!! The best place to rent. And right next to the beach! Lots of extras here too!

This is a quaint place to stay. John was great at responding to questions. He is friendly and attentive. We appreciate his willingness to let us bring our boxer with us. This is so close to the beach and close to eating a shopping. All within walking distance. We are already talking about coming back.

Everything was excellent

If there were 10 stars I would have given 10 stars. John Bates the owner/landlord was very polite and helpful. Myself as a retired property manager of more than 37 years cannot say enough for the condition of this vacation unit. Every space available in this unit was utilized someway or the other. There's not much to be desired, hairdryer, ironing board, Beach chairs and umbrellas you name it and it's there for your convenience. John is a retired fire fighter and real estate professional. In addition there are several articles of John doing public service. I assure you if you're looking for a nice economical place near the beach as some of the best restaurants around you have found it. Thank you John Bates I enjoyed my stay and I'll look forward to my next one.

The “Bates Hotel” was perfect for our week on Captiva Island. We started off with a late check-in due to airport reservations, but Mr. Bates had it covered. He contacted us via phone to make sure we were OK and then instructed us on how to enter the rented premises without any hassle at all. Once we arrived we immediately realized that this was the placed we hoped it would be. Close to the beach, very well appointed, almost nothing was needed to stay there. Even coffee, spices, paper towels, anything you could think of were already supplied at this place. Beside food, we didn’t have to get anything. Beach chairs, beach toys, beach towels were also available for our use. We have never been anywhere where these kind of amenities were available in a rental. We had a wonderful time with no hassle at all. We would go back to Bates place again and we highly recommend this rental!! Mr Bates, thank you. Steve/Cheryl

"If you are lucky enough to be in Captiva, you are lucky enough!" My husband and I LOVED staying at John's. We can not wait to return - we are hoping to be able to stay at John's again. Location, location, location! Property is everything we needed for a beach get-away!