House in North Captiva Island, FL
6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this house rental
Located on North Captiva Island, in Safety Harbor Club, this comfortable home is conveniently located near beaches, pools, and boat docks. The house is nestled among the native palms, and has a private, wildlife-friendly setting you will love. Song birds and gopher tortoises take refuge on the property, and guests enjoy sharing the peaceful sanctuary. Beautiful beaches and refreshing pools are a short walk (5 minutes or less) or a couple minutes away by golf cart (included; see details below). North Captiva is a bridge-less, car-free island situated in between the coastal barrier islands of Captiva and Cayo Costa. Transportation is provided by scheduled water taxis, private charter, or your own boat. The island has over 5 miles of pristine sandy beaches to explore and the southern portion includes over 350 acres of protected state park land. Golf carts, bicycles, and sandy feet are the typical mode of transportation. Shoes are optional.
Gumbo Limbo is available for up to 6 guests. The first level of the house includes the living and dining areas, the first floor porches and decks, an outdoor shower, a kitchen, first floor bedroom and bathroom. There is a queen sized bed in the bedroom and a couch with queen size pull out bed in the living area. The second level (accessed by spiral staircase) included 2 full size beds, an attached bathroom with bathtub/shower, and a small outdoor deck (perfect for star gazing or sun bathing). Starlink internet service offers fast reliable internet for guests.
SAFETY HARBOR CLUB
Guests of Gumbo Limbo will be registered guests of Safety Harbor Club and will have use of their amenities including their newly remodeled pool, tennis and pickle ball courts and private beach access. Through special arrangement, a boat dock space can be rented by guests for a daily fee. (This fee & copies of your boat registration & insurance will be submitted to SHC by host to obtain your boat dock pass.). With, or without a boat, guests will enjoy fishing, wildlife watching or enjoying sunrises and moonrises from the harbor docks.
THE ISLAND CLUB
Gumbo Limbo also has a membership with The Island Club, its guests are also eligible to purchase a Resort Pass which will allows access to the Club's private amenities including its 2 newly refurbished pools & hot tub, sea kayaks, bicycles, a basketball half-court and pickle ball facility. Guests must contact The Island Club directly to purchase weekly or day-pass access to these exclusive amenities.
With or without an Island Club Resort Pass, guests may enjoy other Island Club offerings including: the Island Club's ferry service (reservations required), Mangoes Bar and Grill, Coconuts Tiki Bar, Anchors Landing Fine Dining Restaurant (reservations required), and The Island Store with its Coffee Bar, Ice Cream Shop, and Gift Shop.
GOLF CART
In order to provide additional value and convenience to guests, Gumbo Limbo is currently including the use of its golf cart as an amenity for guests. Conditions for golf cart use are as follows:
1. Golf Cart Use is only offered for groups of 4 or less. If you have more than 4 people in your group, you must rent a second golf cart in order to use the Gumbo Limbo cart. "Boats and Fun", located on North Captiva, offers cart rentals.
2. The Gumbo Limbo golf cart, is offered to guests for their transportation convenience (to the beaches, pools & docks). It is not offered as a recreational activity. Cart use should be minimal.
3. Guests who will be driving the cart must provide copies of their driver’s licenses and complete a Golf Cart Use Agreement.
GUMBO LIMBO PROVISIONS:
beach chairs & umbrellas
beach wagon
sand toys
pickle ball set
tennis rackets
corn hole yard game
water filter for drinking water (reverse osmosis)
countertop ice maker
wifi (fast and reliable Starlink internet service)
Weber charcoal grill
Pack-n-Play
High Chair Booster Seat
DVD Player & DVD library
Field Guides of local shells, birds, and other wildlife
Family Board games and card games
Coffee maker (traditional) & filters
Kuerig Coffee Maker
Hand Mixer
Blender
Crock Pot
Toaster
Can Opener
Hair Dryer
Vacuum
Cleaning Supplies
Washer & Dryer
Laundry Pods
Beach towels & other linens
2 one-person sea kayaks with paddles & life vests
2 adult bikes
Please let us know if you would like additional island information and contacts. We are happy to send you attachments that will help you plan your North Captiva Island beach vacation!
Looking for another island adventure? Our oceanfront vacation rental in The Bahamas is located on one of the world's most beautiful beaches with coral reefs directly offshore! You can check out our VRBO listing #2633271 to learn more about Sea Biscuit located on delightful Man O War Cay, Abaco, Bahamas. We hope to have you as guests on one of our favorite islands, North Captiva or Man O War Cay!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (AND THE ANSWERS)
We are happy to send you an expanded version (with greater detail & contact info.) In the meantime, here is some general info about the house and island logistics:
Q: Since North Captiva is a bridge-less island, how do we get there?
A: Most guests take a water taxi to get to the island. Once you provide your water taxi plans, we will send a map that shows how to get to Gumbo Limbo from your dock. If you are borrowing the Gumbo Limbo golf cart, you can take a short walk to the house to pick up the cart & use that to transport your luggage. Island Girl Charters, Island Club Water Taxi and Boats and Fun are three water taxi companies. All three have parking areas, where you can leave your car on the mainland. There are additional options for private charters if your travel plans do not match the water taxis' scheduled runs.
Q: Can we bring our own boat?
A: Sure! The Safety Harbor Club wharf is a great place to dock your boat. They charge a nightly fee & require a copy of your boat’s registration and insurance. Let us know if you would like to use a dock space during your stay, and we will help set that up for you.
Q: If we are flying in to Fort Myers (RSW), how do we get to the marina to catch our water taxi?
A: We recommend Pine Island Taxi. They are pros at picking up folks and helping them meet their boat. They will even make a stop so you can pick up groceries. Go to their website for helpful information and travel advice. Other options are Sanibel-Captiva Airport Shuttle, Apple Transportation, and Uber.
Q: What about groceries? Is there a store on the island?
A: You will need to get groceries from the mainland because there is only a small store on the island that has limited stock (The Island Store at The Island Club). Most guests pick up their groceries on the way to the marina where they meet their water taxi. Publix grocery store has an app where you can shop online for your groceries. You will pay by credit card online, and Publix staff will bring your groceries to your car when you call in from their parking lot. You can also stop at nearby liquor stores or seafood markets on your way to the marina. If you would like to have a grocery delivery service take care of your groceries, we recommend Debbie at Fresh Pick Grocery Service or Antoine at A Good Grocery Delivery.
Q: Are there restaurants on North Captiva?
A: Yes, there are currently 4 delicious restaurant options on the island: Safety Harbor Club’s Over the Waterfront restaurant (in Safety Harbor Club), Mango’s Bar and Grill, and Anchors Landing Fine Dining (both at The Island Club) and Mainstay Restaurant with Barnacles Bar.
Q: Is there a pool?
A: Yes, there are 3 pool options. Gumbo Limbo guests will be registered with Safety Harbor Club and can use their pool (next to their clubhouse & tennis/pickle ball courts). Also, Gumbo Limbo has a membership with The Island Club so its guests are eligible to purchase a Resort Pass which would allow access to The Island Club’s 2 pools and their hot tub.
Q: Is there beach access?
A: Yes, there is a private beach access in Safety Harbor Club and many public access points throughout the island. We have map at Gumbo Limbo that will direct you to all our favorite North Captiva beaches!
Q: What about fishing?
A: The waters in and around North Captiva offer many fishing opportunities. You can hire a local guide or venture out on your own. The Safety Harbor Club wharf and dock are also a great place to fish or enjoy the harbor views. Go to Florida Wildlife Commission’s website to learn about local fishing regulations. They also have information on Fish ID and Fishing Tips and Facts.
Q: Do you have a grill?
A: Yes, we a charcoal Weber grill. Please bring your own charcoal and lighter fluid if you would like to use it.
Q: We were thinking about renting a boat? Can we do that?
A: Sure! Here are a few local businesses you may want to contact for more information: Boats and Fun (located on North Captiva), Jensen’s Marina (located on Captiva), and Four Winds Marina (located on Bokeelia). Make your reservations early, or you might miss the boat (rentals fill up fast during peak vacation seasons). Note: If you rent from Boats and Fun, you will be able to keep your boat at their dock. If you would like to keep your boat rental at the SHC docks, we will need to register you for a SHC boat pass (nightly fee, boat registration & insurance information required).
Q: Can we rent bicycles?
A: Gumbo Limbo has 2 adult size bikes you can borrow.
If you want additional bikes or an upgraded version of a fat-tire beach bike to use throughout your stay, you can rent them from Island Bikeworks (located on Pine Island). They will meet you at your water taxi/ferry with your rental bikes & you will bring them across to North Captiva (& back again when you return).
If you purchase a Resort Pass from The Island Club, you can borrow bikes from them. Contact The Island Club directly to purchase your Resort Pass and find out details about their bikes.
Gumbo Limbo is available for up to 6 guests. The first level of the house includes the living and dining areas, the first floor porches and decks, an outdoor shower, a kitchen, first floor bedroom and bathroom. There is a queen sized bed in the bedroom and a couch with queen size pull out bed in the living area. The second level (accessed by spiral staircase) included 2 full size beds, an attached bathroom with bathtub/shower, and a small outdoor deck (perfect for star gazing or sun bathing). Starlink internet service offers fast reliable internet for guests.
SAFETY HARBOR CLUB
Guests of Gumbo Limbo will be registered guests of Safety Harbor Club and will have use of their amenities including their newly remodeled pool, tennis and pickle ball courts and private beach access. Through special arrangement, a boat dock space can be rented by guests for a daily fee. (This fee & copies of your boat registration & insurance will be submitted to SHC by host to obtain your boat dock pass.). With, or without a boat, guests will enjoy fishing, wildlife watching or enjoying sunrises and moonrises from the harbor docks.
THE ISLAND CLUB
Gumbo Limbo also has a membership with The Island Club, its guests are also eligible to purchase a Resort Pass which will allows access to the Club's private amenities including its 2 newly refurbished pools & hot tub, sea kayaks, bicycles, a basketball half-court and pickle ball facility. Guests must contact The Island Club directly to purchase weekly or day-pass access to these exclusive amenities.
With or without an Island Club Resort Pass, guests may enjoy other Island Club offerings including: the Island Club's ferry service (reservations required), Mangoes Bar and Grill, Coconuts Tiki Bar, Anchors Landing Fine Dining Restaurant (reservations required), and The Island Store with its Coffee Bar, Ice Cream Shop, and Gift Shop.
GOLF CART
In order to provide additional value and convenience to guests, Gumbo Limbo is currently including the use of its golf cart as an amenity for guests. Conditions for golf cart use are as follows:
1. Golf Cart Use is only offered for groups of 4 or less. If you have more than 4 people in your group, you must rent a second golf cart in order to use the Gumbo Limbo cart. "Boats and Fun", located on North Captiva, offers cart rentals.
2. The Gumbo Limbo golf cart, is offered to guests for their transportation convenience (to the beaches, pools & docks). It is not offered as a recreational activity. Cart use should be minimal.
3. Guests who will be driving the cart must provide copies of their driver’s licenses and complete a Golf Cart Use Agreement.
GUMBO LIMBO PROVISIONS:
beach chairs & umbrellas
beach wagon
sand toys
pickle ball set
tennis rackets
corn hole yard game
water filter for drinking water (reverse osmosis)
countertop ice maker
wifi (fast and reliable Starlink internet service)
Weber charcoal grill
Pack-n-Play
High Chair Booster Seat
DVD Player & DVD library
Field Guides of local shells, birds, and other wildlife
Family Board games and card games
Coffee maker (traditional) & filters
Kuerig Coffee Maker
Hand Mixer
Blender
Crock Pot
Toaster
Can Opener
Hair Dryer
Vacuum
Cleaning Supplies
Washer & Dryer
Laundry Pods
Beach towels & other linens
2 one-person sea kayaks with paddles & life vests
2 adult bikes
Please let us know if you would like additional island information and contacts. We are happy to send you attachments that will help you plan your North Captiva Island beach vacation!
Looking for another island adventure? Our oceanfront vacation rental in The Bahamas is located on one of the world's most beautiful beaches with coral reefs directly offshore! You can check out our VRBO listing #2633271 to learn more about Sea Biscuit located on delightful Man O War Cay, Abaco, Bahamas. We hope to have you as guests on one of our favorite islands, North Captiva or Man O War Cay!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (AND THE ANSWERS)
We are happy to send you an expanded version (with greater detail & contact info.) In the meantime, here is some general info about the house and island logistics:
Q: Since North Captiva is a bridge-less island, how do we get there?
A: Most guests take a water taxi to get to the island. Once you provide your water taxi plans, we will send a map that shows how to get to Gumbo Limbo from your dock. If you are borrowing the Gumbo Limbo golf cart, you can take a short walk to the house to pick up the cart & use that to transport your luggage. Island Girl Charters, Island Club Water Taxi and Boats and Fun are three water taxi companies. All three have parking areas, where you can leave your car on the mainland. There are additional options for private charters if your travel plans do not match the water taxis' scheduled runs.
Q: Can we bring our own boat?
A: Sure! The Safety Harbor Club wharf is a great place to dock your boat. They charge a nightly fee & require a copy of your boat’s registration and insurance. Let us know if you would like to use a dock space during your stay, and we will help set that up for you.
Q: If we are flying in to Fort Myers (RSW), how do we get to the marina to catch our water taxi?
A: We recommend Pine Island Taxi. They are pros at picking up folks and helping them meet their boat. They will even make a stop so you can pick up groceries. Go to their website for helpful information and travel advice. Other options are Sanibel-Captiva Airport Shuttle, Apple Transportation, and Uber.
Q: What about groceries? Is there a store on the island?
A: You will need to get groceries from the mainland because there is only a small store on the island that has limited stock (The Island Store at The Island Club). Most guests pick up their groceries on the way to the marina where they meet their water taxi. Publix grocery store has an app where you can shop online for your groceries. You will pay by credit card online, and Publix staff will bring your groceries to your car when you call in from their parking lot. You can also stop at nearby liquor stores or seafood markets on your way to the marina. If you would like to have a grocery delivery service take care of your groceries, we recommend Debbie at Fresh Pick Grocery Service or Antoine at A Good Grocery Delivery.
Q: Are there restaurants on North Captiva?
A: Yes, there are currently 4 delicious restaurant options on the island: Safety Harbor Club’s Over the Waterfront restaurant (in Safety Harbor Club), Mango’s Bar and Grill, and Anchors Landing Fine Dining (both at The Island Club) and Mainstay Restaurant with Barnacles Bar.
Q: Is there a pool?
A: Yes, there are 3 pool options. Gumbo Limbo guests will be registered with Safety Harbor Club and can use their pool (next to their clubhouse & tennis/pickle ball courts). Also, Gumbo Limbo has a membership with The Island Club so its guests are eligible to purchase a Resort Pass which would allow access to The Island Club’s 2 pools and their hot tub.
Q: Is there beach access?
A: Yes, there is a private beach access in Safety Harbor Club and many public access points throughout the island. We have map at Gumbo Limbo that will direct you to all our favorite North Captiva beaches!
Q: What about fishing?
A: The waters in and around North Captiva offer many fishing opportunities. You can hire a local guide or venture out on your own. The Safety Harbor Club wharf and dock are also a great place to fish or enjoy the harbor views. Go to Florida Wildlife Commission’s website to learn about local fishing regulations. They also have information on Fish ID and Fishing Tips and Facts.
Q: Do you have a grill?
A: Yes, we a charcoal Weber grill. Please bring your own charcoal and lighter fluid if you would like to use it.
Q: We were thinking about renting a boat? Can we do that?
A: Sure! Here are a few local businesses you may want to contact for more information: Boats and Fun (located on North Captiva), Jensen’s Marina (located on Captiva), and Four Winds Marina (located on Bokeelia). Make your reservations early, or you might miss the boat (rentals fill up fast during peak vacation seasons). Note: If you rent from Boats and Fun, you will be able to keep your boat at their dock. If you would like to keep your boat rental at the SHC docks, we will need to register you for a SHC boat pass (nightly fee, boat registration & insurance information required).
Q: Can we rent bicycles?
A: Gumbo Limbo has 2 adult size bikes you can borrow.
If you want additional bikes or an upgraded version of a fat-tire beach bike to use throughout your stay, you can rent them from Island Bikeworks (located on Pine Island). They will meet you at your water taxi/ferry with your rental bikes & you will bring them across to North Captiva (& back again when you return).
If you purchase a Resort Pass from The Island Club, you can borrow bikes from them. Contact The Island Club directly to purchase your Resort Pass and find out details about their bikes.
Amenities
Free WiFi/internet
Air conditioning
Pool
Non-smoking
TV
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
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
Hairdryer
Tennis court
Map of North Captiva Island, FL
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
Sandy was an amazing host! The house was everything and more, stocked extremely well for all of your beach needs but also your personal needs as well. The beaches are amazing and the club amenities were an added bonus. Highly recommend mainstay for food and icecream! Don’t miss out booking this beautiful house with amazing hosts!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
Everything was great, honestly no complaints! Communication was amazing, house was perfect for our family of 3, couldn’t have asked for a better host for our trip! Can’t wait to make a trip back!
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
What a wonderful property on an amazing island! Our first trip to NCI and we fell in love with the island. The simplicity of each day was such an amazing break from daily life - no shoes required basically. Gumbo Limbo was by far the most well-appointed property we have rented. The kitchen was outfitted to such a better degree than anything I've seen - kitchenware, pots/pans, blender, ice cream maker, ice maker, the list goes on. Given the need to bring groceries to the island, having a well-equiped kitchen was huge. Otherwise the house was immaculate, well designed and functioned perfectly. For a family of 4 it was just right - not huge by any stretch, but life on NCI is outdoors! Outdoor shower was a huge plus as well. Sandy was super responsive to all of my questions both before and during our stay, can't say enough about the experience from this perspective.Would highly recommend a stay at Gumbo limbo, not one thing to complain about!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2025
We had a fantastic stay at Gumbo Limbo and are so grateful to Sandy for making the check-in and check-out process as smooth as possible. Will definitely be staying here again in the future!
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