House in North Captiva Island, FL
7 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this house rental
Our house is located directly on the beach! We are located on the northeast side of the island (the bay side just south of Dolphin Beach) with a beautiful sandy beach view overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. This side of the island is a hidden gem and with the small number of houses it makes our street and house very private and quiet. Not only does our 3-bedroom beach house boast breathtaking views of the ocean, but steps from the house is also an immaculate shallow swimming beach. It is ideal for families and small children. We have beach chairs and plenty of sand toys. Watch spectacular sunrises from the porch as well as spot dolphins swimming almost every day. Climb up to our crows nest to get a panoramic view of the island. Take out our double kayak and 2 paddle boards out to the sandbar or explore around the island. You will need to rent a golf cart a one is not provided for you to use as there are no cars on our island, just sandy roads, bikes, and golf carts permitted. If you are wanting to explore-head to the south end of the island where there are serene nature trails in the Preserve with miles of undeveloped land and beaches. Also enjoy our dock for excellent fishing. There are also nearby boat slips that we can recommend. Included in your stay is an Island Club Membership, which offers (as available) bicycles, kayaks, & paddle board use, 2 swimming pools, tennis courts, basketball court, and other amenities.
Our house includes 3 bedrooms. 1 queen bedroom overlooks the Gulf of Mexico. Bedroom 2 is along the side of the house and has a full bed (plus trundle) and large windows. The 3rd bedroom (technically the master) has a queen bed with a slider to the back patio and an attached bathroom with a shower. Our kitchen, dining room, and living room are all one open space. This opens up to the screened in patio. Through the kitchen you can access the washer/dryer.
Prior to your arrival, will send you information about all the logistics of traveling to a barrier island. Our family used to live full time on the island, so we have lots of experience and are happy to answer any questions you may have a boat. Please note checkin and checkout times are not flexible due to the logistics of turnover schedule. If you arrive early or depart later you’re welcome to use Island Club amenities, however, we can’t accommodate early check ins or late checkouts.
Our house includes 3 bedrooms. 1 queen bedroom overlooks the Gulf of Mexico. Bedroom 2 is along the side of the house and has a full bed (plus trundle) and large windows. The 3rd bedroom (technically the master) has a queen bed with a slider to the back patio and an attached bathroom with a shower. Our kitchen, dining room, and living room are all one open space. This opens up to the screened in patio. Through the kitchen you can access the washer/dryer.
Prior to your arrival, will send you information about all the logistics of traveling to a barrier island. Our family used to live full time on the island, so we have lots of experience and are happy to answer any questions you may have a boat. Please note checkin and checkout times are not flexible due to the logistics of turnover schedule. If you arrive early or depart later you’re welcome to use Island Club amenities, however, we can’t accommodate early check ins or late checkouts.
Amenities
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Pool
Non-smoking
TV
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Parking Available
Private pool access
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Washer/dryer
Patio
No pets allowed
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Bath or shower
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Cribs or cots available
Towels
Linens
Dining table
Desk
Hairdryer
Map of North Captiva Island, FL
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2026
Dolphin Watch Was Exactly the Escape We Needed!!Our week at Dolphin Watch on North Captiva was truly special. This was not just a place we stayed—it became part of the memories we made together.The setting is absolutely beautiful. Starting the day with the beautiful sunrises with the water right outside, sitting on the screened porch looking across the bay, and ending the day with some of the most incredible sunsets we have ever seen was hard to beat. One evening the entire sky turned pink and orange over the water—it was breathtaking.We spent so much of our time outdoors on the beach. We kayaked, paddle-boarded, swam in the ocean, explored the shoreline, and watched the wildlife. Yes, you will see dolphins!One of the things that made the trip especially meaningful was being able to enjoy it with our family. We even got my mom out in the kayak with us! Those are the kinds of moments we will be talking about for years.We also have to say how wonderful Kitty, our host, was. She was absolutely awesome—welcoming, helpful, responsive and genuinely wanted us to have a great stay. Having a host who truly cares about her guests makes such a difference, especially when you are staying somewhere as unique as North Captiva. Kitty made us feel comfortable from the beginning and was there whenever we needed her. She is exactly the kind of host you hope for when booking a vacation home.Dolphin Watch has a wonderful island feel. The house sits surrounded by tropical vegetation
8 / 10Excellent·Aug 2026
This is a lovely home situated on the beach and with gorgeous views. It is common to see dolphins playing in the area. The beach requires water shoes due to all of the shells. Don’t expect a soft sand beach on this side of the island. The host was very responsive and helpful. The mattress was fantastic and much appreciated. This is a perfect place to retreat into peaceful nature and just chill. As this was my first trip to North Captiva, I suggest that anyone traveling to this area, know that a golf cart is a 100% necessary. That being said, if it rains, expect to be stranded at home until the roads dry out as you cannot drive the golf cart through anything but shallow puddles. We used Antoine to pick and deliver our groceries. He is fantastic! The Island is expensive and has very few grocery type items so make sure you think about your list carefully. There are a few restaurants and they are expensive. There is a pool, restaurant and rental shop at the club. We rented our golf cart and fishing poles from “Boats and Fun”. They were great as well.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
The house was very quaint. Perfect for a small family. Breathtaking views, and the host was informative and responded very quickly. We would definitely stay here again. It was a beautiful part of the island that we got to discover.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
If you're searching for the perfect beach vacation, stop here — this is it.From the moment we arrived, everything exceeded expectations. The views are absolutely spectacular, and waking up right on the ocean never got old. The house itself has everything you could possibly need — thoughtfully stocked, beautifully appointed, and incredibly comfortable for our whole group.The wildlife alone was worth the trip. We spotted dolphins and manatees right from the property, which was a highlight none of us will forget. The amenities are top-notch, and the location is as good as it gets.This was a dream vacation — truly perfect in every way. We're already talking about coming back. Highest possible recommendation.
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(29 Ratings)
"Dolphin Watch Was Exactly the Escape We Needed!!Our week at Dolphin Watch on North Captiva was truly special. This was not just a place we stayed—it became part of the memories we made together.The se..."
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