Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
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About the neighborhood
Captiva
North Captiva stay.With a stay at this North Captiva vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of North Captiva Island Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Alison Hagerup Beach Park. Captiva Beach and Turner Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
North Captiva Island Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
Restaurants
Starbucks
The Green Flash Waterfront Restaurant
Mangos - 9 min walk
Mainstay North Captiva & Barnacles Bar - 1 min walk
The Mucky Duck
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Private Elevated Pool & Deck!
Welcome to North Captiva Island! A short, ferry ride separates you from reality, for your tropical paradise vacation. As you approach the island by boat, the troubles and worries of the real world will fade away. Be on the lookout for tranquil manatees and playful dolphins that love to show off their aerial skills. Roughly 25 minutes after leaving the mainland, you will step ashore at one of the two ferry docks on the island. A host from our new property management company will greet you at the dock and escort you, via golf cart, the very short distance to Paradise Palms. There are no paved roads, traffic lights or traffic jams on this island. A North Captiva traffic jam is three golf carts within 50 yards of each other. North Captiva is a barrier island with five miles of beautiful white sand beaches, no crowds, turtles, dolphins and manatees. The majority of the island is State Park which you can enjoy free of charge. This custom, spacious home, built in 2015, is one of the few on the island that has a private pool located on the living level. You won't have to walk downstairs to enjoy the pool or cook on the grill. Simply walk out any of the 3 sliding glass doors from the kitchen, master suite or bedroom. The house has beautiful new furnishings and has been professionally decorated. The kitchen is fully stocked, complete with modern stainless steel appliances and a blender for your frozen drinks. The sky deck has 360 degree views of the Gulf of Mexico, Cayo Costa and Pine Island Sound. North Captiva Island has so much to offer! Sip your coffee as you enjoy inspiring sunrises from the roof deck in one our Adirondack chairs. Walk across the road to the boat docks to search for manatees. Walk any of the five miles of beaches, looking for shells. Charter a boat with one of the many experienced Captains to experience world class fishing. Kayak, paddle-board or swim in the warm shallow waters that surround the island. Load up your golf cart and head to the pristine white sand beaches to spend the day. Walk into the park and find your own stretch of private beach with no one around. Head back to your private pool for a cocktail and grill up the catch of the day or walk the beach at sunset, then head to one of the four great restaurants on the island for dinner. Don't forget to catch the moon and stars from the sky deck before turning in. There is plenty of room for all to gather in the open concept living area. The Master suite has a queen bed, attached bathroom, two dressers, a closet and a sliding glass door for pool deck access. Bedroom 2 has a queen bed, dresser, closet and also walks out to the pool deck. Bathroom 2 is conveniently located between Bedroom 2 and Bedroom 3. Bedroom 3 has a queen bed, dresser and closet. Bedroom 4 is a loft (with pocket door) that has a sleeper sofa and dresser.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Can I drive to the island? No. Travel to the island is by ferry, small boat or small plane only. Most people take one of the two scheduled ferries to the island. We recommend Island Girl Charters because it docks closest to our house (about a 1000 ft). The website is www.islandgirlcharters.com The North Captiva Island Club ferry docks about 3/4 of a mile from the house. Their website is www.northcaptiva.com/daily-ferry-schedule. If you are using your own boat you may park and launch from Pineland Marina and dock at Barnacles which is 2/10ths of a mile from our house. Please contact Mainstay/ Barnacles directly for pricing.
IS A GOLF CART INCLUDED?
WE PROVIDE ONE GOLF CART FREE OF CHARGE.
Is there a grocery store on the island? There is a small market that has some essentials, located near the club dock but we recommend that you either buy your own groceries for the week and transport them on the ferry or use the grocery buying service available through Shally's Seashells (This is our property manager and they well send you information after booking) or Elite Grocery Service, 239-634-0513.
Are there restaurants and bars on the island? Yes. There are four: Barnacles Bar and Grill, Mangos Cafe and Grill, Over The Waterfront and the Boathouse. The last two require reservations during the busy season.
Are you part of the club? No we are not club members because we have our own private pool. You are still welcome at the club restaurants and you can rent bikes or kayaks from them or Boats and Fun.
Travel to North Captiva should begin with checking on flights to one of the major international airports nearby. SW Florida International (RSW) is a quiet and convenient airport that is about 36 miles away from Pineland Marina. Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) is about 32 miles away.
Tampa (TPA) is about a 2 1/2 hour drive and Sarasota (SRQ) is about an hour and 40 minutes if you want to rent a car and drive down to Pine Island.
By Car
From the South or North of I-75
From I-75 (exit 143) or US 41, head west on Pine Island Rd. (State Road 78), then take a right on Stringfellow Rd. (State Road 767) in Pine Island Center. Three miles down, take a left on Pineland Road. This will turn into Waterfront Drive and you'll see the Marina on the left, nestled on the shores of Pine Island Sound.
By Airport Shuttle Do an internet search for Fort Myers Airport Shuttle Service to see the many different services that can provide transportation.
By Uber/ Lyft
Uber drivers can pick you up at either major airport, RSW or PGD. The drive time is about the same.
This address is where the Island Girl ferry to North Captiva departs from.
Servicing North Captiva docks (2 stops) at most scheduled times plus extended services include additional stops at the local Cabbage Key Restaurant.
Call for Reservations on a Scheduled Trip, Private Taxi, or Sightseeing Excursion (Dolphin Watching)
* Seasonally, boat times Subject to change, please contact the ferry company for reservations and off-season scheduled times. Additional boat times are available in peak season at scheduled boat rates, private and later evening boats are available at an extra cost. ALL Ferry Boat times Require a Reservation and Parking Fee (if parking is needed).
Boat Rentals, Guides, Excursions
Jet Ski Rentals and Tours
Bike Rentals, Kayak Rentals, Paddle Board Rentals
*Important Note about all ferries and water taxi arrangements: Please allow time for Grocery Stops well in advance of your scheduled water taxi ride. All of the Captains serving North Captiva Island provide us a truly wonderful gateway to the island, we appreciate their continued excellent service.
Please make sure you make reservations with the Ferry/Captain of your choice well in advance of your arrival day.
(239) 283-3593 for Parking fees, Launch fees, and temporary dockage fees information.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
In a village
Things to do
Heated pool
Table tennis
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 1,818 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 27
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Guests must answer a series of questions via the Vrbo inbox within 24 hours of booking. May be subject to cancellation if unresponsive.
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Home too small for parties. Neighbors too close.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Note from host: Home too small for parties. Neighbors too close.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Home too small for parties. Neighbors too close. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Frequently asked questions
Does Private Elevated Pool & Deck! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Private Elevated Pool & Deck! to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 5-minute walk from North Captiva Island Beach and 9.3 mi (23-min drive) from Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Private Elevated Pool & Deck! offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Private Elevated Pool & Deck!?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Private Elevated Pool & Deck!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Private Elevated Pool & Deck!?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Private Elevated Pool & Deck! have a pool?
This vacation home features an outdoor pool.
Does Private Elevated Pool & Deck! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Private Elevated Pool & Deck! to downtown Captiva?
This vacation home is 5.9 mi away from Captiva.
Private Elevated Pool & Deck! Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 46 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 46 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Daryl S.
Nov 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the house but wish the pool was warmer.
Daryl S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Valery A.
Oct 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had an amazing stay at this beautiful home in North Captiva! From the beginning, communication with the hosts was super clear, friendly, and full of empathy. they truly cared about making our stay perfect. The house is in a fantastic location and has absolutely everything you need for a wonderful family vacation. The pool was amazing, the rooms were spacious and spotless. We found everything we needed and felt right at home. If I ever come back to the island, I would definitely stay here again. Highly recommended! Thank you for everything
Valery A.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica S.
Aug 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at this home on North Captiva Island was absolutely incredible. From the moment we arrived, we knew we had found something special. The house is beautifully kept, spacious, and perfect for families. We especially loved the rooftop deck it became our favorite spot for sunsets and late-night hangouts. Having our own private pool was such a bonus, and the included golf cart made it easy (and fun) to explore the island.The location was just right: tucked away enough to feel private, but close enough to everything we needed. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook family meals, and we enjoyed making breakfast together every morning before heading out for the day. Everything was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described if not better.What really made this trip unforgettable was how much the house added to the overall experience of North Captiva. It felt like home right away and gave us the perfect place to relax, unplug, and make memories. We would 100% stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing and unique island getaway.
Jessica S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Katy F.
Aug 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house on a great island!
Katy F.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marcos A.
Aug 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Easy Living
Everything was easy from check in to check out. The house was perfect! We will definitely be back.
Marcos A.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Margaret H.
Mar 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great week!
We were very happy with this property. Very nice to have a pool on site! Sunsets and sunrises were amazing, and we had a great view from the crows nest. A few things on the site did not match the property due to the recent storms, short on outdoor chairs and no king king table. The property was clean and organized, but we did find some of the dishes from the cupboards had to be washed before we could use them. Overall would rent here again.
Margaret H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen H.
Mar 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous!
Fantastic home and wonderful stay. Any inquires we had were addressed pleasantly and quickly. The home is very clean and well stocked with everything we needed to cook or grill. Beds were comfortable. We enjoyed the deck pool daily. I plan on staying here again in the future. Highly recommend.
Karen H.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Michal G.
Feb 17, 2025
Michal G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Todd M.
Oct 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Todd
It was an unusually high tide so much of the island was flooded. This made it difficult to get with the property manager but they left the keys for us. The gulf cart has a short in the electrical so the cart would die a lot. However when you shake the key switch it would run again.
In a very positive note the house is a 3 bed 2 bath not a 2 bed 1 bath as listed. I recommend staying here.
Todd M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Deborah L.
May 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls week
We had the most amazing week at Paradise Palms. The house is just lovely! Spacious and super clean with everything you could possibly need! Beds were super comfortable. The location is spectacular on the runway. One Direction is open ocean and One Direction is the Bayside every morning we got up and walked around the circle to both sides, it was wonderful! Lots of starfish and we even found a live conch shell! We loved the outdoor shower as well nice to rinse off the beach before you head into the house. The pool is so convenient directly off the kitchen. We lived out there. I will definitely be returning. Thank you so much Scott and Jana for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home! Sincerely, the serendipitous sisters ❤️😂
Deborah L.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stacie R., Macomb Michigan
May 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation
The house is gorgeous and having a pool was everything. The island still has some damage but is beautiful. The owner was responsive to my questions prior to my arrival which was super helpful.
Stacie R.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sara C.
Mar 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
This home is well positioned on the Island. We enjoyed the proximity to everything. It’s clean and the kitchen is well equipped. The beds were comfortable. But, if you’re a North Captiva regular, you know golf cart can make or break your stay. Their cart is top notch! Love that it’s up high and have big tires. We appreciated not having to worry about it. The island was a bit crowded and we didn’t have great weather. But the house was perfect. Thanks for sharing it with us.
Sara C.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Thomas K., Eagan, USA
Mar 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Spring break family vacation
We loved Paradise Palms. The house was spacious and immaculate. The pool was so nice for our kids to gather around and relax and visit. We ran out of propane mid-grilling and a new tank was delivered within 10 minutes! It was a fantastic and memorable time for our family escaping the Minnesota winter weather! We will definitely return.
Thomas K.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matt A.
Mar 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place on North Captiva!
We had a great stay on North Captiva! We enjoyed the deck on the top of the house with Adirondack chairs and the Osprey nest nearby (with baby ospreys!). Great location, close to the beach and near to Mango's and when it reopens Barnacles Bar. Management company was responsive when we let them know the hose was leaking on the deck by the pool. Thanks for sharing your beach house with us!
Matt A.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ruth H.
Jan 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Palm Paradise is a Paradise
We have been to NCI 3 times and this house was the cleanest,beautifully decorated and best equipped of all of them
Both the owners and property managers were the quickest to respond and resolve the problem
Ruth H.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
michael p., Kingman, AZ
Oct 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and great location.
Great place overall. Very good location overall. Lots of construction going on due to the rebuilding from the hurricane last year. So be aware of that. The place was clean and exactly as described. There were some minor issues, like the dishwasher not being attached to the wall and tipping over whenever we loaded it. But it still worked and not a big deal. We had a great relaxing vacation!
michael p.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Courtney M.
Jul 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise Palms
This property was exactly as described. It was clean and nicely decorated. The property management company, Shalley’s, was also amazing. Whenever I had a question, they always responded quickly. Also, ordering and reordering groceries was a breeze.
It was out first trip here, but we will definitely be back. It was our best vacation in years!
Courtney M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michelle D.
May 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
We had THE best time on North Captiva Island! The damage from the hurricane is still present but it did not distract from the natural beauty of the island. The house was perfect, well stocked and very clean! The pool was an added bonus for the couple of afternoons we had for lounging. We loved exploring the island both by foot and by golf cart. Highly recommend this house and the island for an unforgettable vacation.
Michelle D.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Mark D.
Mar 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
Great time. Thank you
Mark D.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Megan D.
Jan 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved Scott and Jana’s beautiful island home!
We could not have asked for a better trip! The home was beautiful and the island was breathtaking, even in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. We enjoyed taking golf cart rides around the island, beach days, and pool afternoons. We even got to see dolphins a few times! Scott was so great at communicating with me in advance to our trip and Brian with Shally’s was awesome while we were on the island! Island girl ferry was the perfect way to get to and from the island and ordering our groceries through Shally’s was a breeze. Highly recommend staying here. We can’t wait to make it back!
Megan D.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
michael t.
Sep 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, very comfortable.
Everything was as it should be and we had a great experience.
michael t.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Greg H.
Sep 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic experience
The house, location, golf carts, pool were all amazing. Everything was updated & we were able to keep our boat across the street. Scott was quick to follow up on all inquiries and we had great weather and a wonderful stay.
Greg H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Thomas B.
Sep 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Had fun, the house was as described and the owners where great.
Thomas B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dana F., Marshfield WI
Jul 4, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise Palms
The house was clean and well cared for. The location was great. The management company staff were fantastic. If I needed something or had questions I would text them and they would get back to me right away. I would stay here again!
Dana F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Noel T.
Jul 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
We will be back!
This home is beautiful and well maintained. We loved the pool. Shally’s property management provided A+ service throughout our stay. Thanks for having us.