Budget Friendly Island Beach House/60 Second Walk to 4 Miles of Awesome Beaches

Captiva, Florida
$414 avg/night Minimum Stay 5 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 5

Max Sleeps

Night 5 nights

Min Stay

*****GOLF CART WITH RENTAL*****
***** UPGRADED WIFI SPEED *****
Winterhaven
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 atover 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. 12 feet 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 6 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 / 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 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
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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher No Carbon Monoxide Detector (host Has Indicated There Is No Carbon Monoxide Detector Or Gas Appliances On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Double-glazed Windows Local Artist Showcase Local Culture & Ecosystem Education Recycling Unit Size: 1600 Sq Ft (149 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Available No Onsite Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Dock Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Heated Pool Outdoor Pool Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    2 Outdoor Pickleball Courts Bicycle On Site Birdwatching Nearby Boat On Site Golf Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayak On Site Sailing Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site Water Sports Equipment Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Music Library Netflix Stereo Streaming Services Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Stair Gate Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near The Bay Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Change Of Bedsheets (on Request) Daily Housekeeping Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    12 Stairs To Reach Property Handrails In Stairways If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Thin Carpet In Public Areas Tile Flooring In Public Areas Well-lit Path To Entrance

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 09:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Todd L.

    Submitted Jan 3, 2026

    Stayed Dec 28, 2025

    This house has a perfect location: steps from Sunset Beach and all N Captiva is known for. Allen is an excellent and very attentive host. He helped us navigate the (now, admittedly modest) complexities of getting to the Island and getting situated. The location is very quiet in all the best ways. This was an ideal “getaway” location! Access to the Safety Harbor Club amenities was a huge bonus. Plus tons a key amenities at The Winterhaven (filtered water, nice golf cart, bikes, cooking basics).

  • Suzanne V.

    Submitted Mar 18, 2025

    Stayed Mar 10, 2025

    We traveled with our granddaughter and my husband’s mother. Use of the golf cart, access to the pool and a perfect location just steps to the beach all added up to a wonderful first time on the island. Great communication with the owner and on-island management was terrific.

  • Jon-jo D.

    Submitted Mar 4, 2025

    Stayed Feb 18, 2025

    Great potential and location. Property is tired and needs updating and care.

  • Bridget B.

    Submitted Jan 8, 2025

    Stayed Dec 26, 2024

    Overall, we absolutely loved it here! We even stayed an extra night. Allen's home is an incredibly short walk to the beach, even our 3 year old made the walk multiple times per day. The home itself is simple but comfortable. Our biggest concern was that the spindles of the upper floor balcony, staircase, and decks were spaced pretty far apart so that our 1 year old could squeeze between them. We created barriers using the counter stools and other furniture, so we did not have to be constantly vigilant for her safety. The house (and entire island) had no corkscrews to open a bottle of wine, so plan accordingly! The wifi is slow as advertised, which made our (unfortunately) necessary work obligations challenging, but we were able to use the hotspots on our phones to get our work completed. Totally realize that it would be even better to have the luxury of being completely unplugged, but that was not our reality. We would definitely come back - absolutely cannot beat the location! The island is very family friendly, and we made so many great family memories!

  • Christy H.

    Submitted Apr 8, 2024

    Stayed Apr 3, 2024

    We had a short visit but very relaxing- house was perfect for our needs. Great location, clean, good communication with host. Will definitely rebook!

  • John V.

    Submitted Apr 2, 2024

    Stayed Mar 26, 2024

    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.

  • Eric M.

    Submitted Mar 23, 2024

    Stayed Mar 16, 2024

    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.

  • Trevor G.

    Submitted Feb 26, 2024

    Stayed Feb 11, 2024

    Property, location and communication was all great, would highly recommend!

  • Sofia G.

    Submitted Jan 11, 2024

    Stayed Jul 8, 2023

    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

  • Doug S.

    Submitted Jan 5, 2024

    Stayed Dec 24, 2023

    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

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Includes taxes and fees
$414+
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