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Beachfront 2BR North Captiva Cottage with Private Beach

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Captiva

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Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Exterior
Property grounds
TV, books

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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North Captiva, FL
  • Place, North Captiva Island Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Key West Express
  • Place, JetBlue Park at Fenway South
  • 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 close to North Captiva Island Beach and Cayo Costa Beaches. Cabbage Key and Barbara Sumwalt Useppa Island Historical Museum are also in the area.

What's nearby

  • North Captiva Island Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
  • Mangos
  • Mainstay North Captiva & Barnacles Bar
  • The Bubble Room
  • 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.

Beachfront 2BR North Captiva Cottage with Private Beach

Dolphin Cottage is a charming beachfront home on North Captiva Island, offering a peaceful Old Florida experience in a truly natural setting. With panoramic water views from every room and direct access to a private beach, this bayfront retreat is ideal for guests seeking relaxation, wildlife viewing, and outdoor adventure.

Located near Captiva Pass, one of the island’s most well-known fishing areas, Dolphin Cottage provides exceptional opportunities to watch dolphins, manatees, tarpon, and coastal birds. Large porches extend the living space outdoors, creating the perfect setting for morning coffee, sunset views, and enjoying the quiet rhythm of island life.

Guests enjoy access to The Island Club amenities, including pools, a hot tub, and complimentary kayak and bike use. Island Club staff is available to assist with ferry coordination and local recommendations to ensure a smooth and enjoyable stay.

The Space

2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps up to 6

Bedroom Layout:

Primary bedroom: King bed with private en-suite bathroom

Second bedroom: Two twin beds with hall bathroom nearby

Living room: Queen-size pull-out sofa for additional guests

Interior Features:

Fully equipped kitchen with induction cooktop

All essential cookware and dishware provided

Comfortable living area with large-screen TV

Wireless internet throughout the home

Outdoor Features:

Two spacious ocean-view porches

Gas grill

Beach chairs provided

Direct access to a private beachfront

Additional Information:

Golf cart garage available for guest use if a golf cart is rented separately

All linens and basic supplies provided for a comfortable stay

Amenities

Guests at Dolphin Cottage enjoy access to The Island Club amenities, which include:

Two resort-style pools

Hot tub

Luxury bathrooms and showers at the pool

Half-court outdoor basketball

Kayaks

Stand-up paddleboards

Fat tire beach bikes

Beach chairs and beach umbrellas

These amenities provide added comfort and recreation while preserving the island’s peaceful, natural atmosphere.

Guests have full, private access to Dolphin Cottage, including the entire home, two ocean-view porches, gas grill, beach chairs, and direct access to the private beachfront just steps from the house. Guests also have access to Island Club amenities, including pools, hot tub, and complimentary kayaks and bikes. A golf cart garage is available if a golf cart is rented separately.

The Island Club team respects guest privacy while remaining available as needed. Guests may contact the team with questions before or during their stay. Staff can assist with ferry services, golf cart rentals, luggage coordination, and local recommendations to ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit.

Dolphin Cottage is located on North Captiva Island, a quiet, car-free barrier island known for pristine beaches, abundant wildlife, and classic Old Florida charm. The area near Captiva Pass is especially popular for fishing and wildlife viewing, including dolphins, manatees, tarpon, and coastal birds. The island offers a peaceful, natural setting with minimal development.

North Captiva Island is accessible only by ferry, private boat, or small private plane. There are no cars on the island, and golf carts are the primary mode of transportation. Golf carts are available to rent separately. The Island Club team can assist with ferry and golf cart arrangements. The nearest airports are in Fort Myers and Punta Gorda.

Due to the island’s remote location, guests should plan ahead and bring groceries and essentials, as shopping options are limited.

Golf carts may be rented separately. A $2,000 pre-authorization hold is required for golf cart rentals and will be released after inspection at checkout.

No smoking anywhere on the property.
No pets permitted.
No parties or events allowed.
Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 10:00 AM.

Guests must follow all local regulations to help protect North Captiva Island’s wildlife and natural environment.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

118366
Bayfront Cottage Sunrises Dolphins Dock Optional
Bayfront Cottage, Sunrises And Dolphins, Dock Optional Captiva

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachfront 2BR North Captiva Cottage with Private Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Beachfront 2BR North Captiva Cottage with Private Beach to the beach?

This vacation home is 1.9 mi from North Captiva Island Beach and 3 mi from Cayo Costa Beaches.

Does Beachfront 2BR North Captiva Cottage with Private Beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beachfront 2BR North Captiva Cottage with Private Beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Beachfront 2BR North Captiva Cottage with Private Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beachfront 2BR North Captiva Cottage with Private Beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beachfront 2BR North Captiva Cottage with Private Beach have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Beachfront 2BR North Captiva Cottage with Private Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Beachfront 2BR North Captiva Cottage with Private Beach to downtown Captiva?

This vacation home is 6.1 mi away from Captiva.

Beachfront 2BR North Captiva Cottage with Private Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Needs some updates

Perfect location and easy access to the beach. All the furniture was uncomfortable to sit in. Only had two chairs for the beach. Not all the outlets worked in the bedroom so we had to charge them in the living room and kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Melinda G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Can’t drive to island…logistics is expensive

No complaints about the house. Location great, lodging great. Everything else overpriced.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M., Gainesville Ga

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Amazing house & location! Watched a dolphin every day swimming in front of the house
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

PK S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautful

The house was perfectly located and everything was in order when we arrived. Everyone was accommodating, kind and helpful. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Seth C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love the location, rental sub par for the price.

Perfect , beautiful location, over priced for the quality of the home. Was charged a cleaning fee and linen fee, but was told to strip the bed sheets, wash and dry all towels. And do dishes. No service check in time or check out time. Had to switch golf carts 3 times in 4 day due to mechanical issues, and was difficult time to do that. No management seen at any time on the whole trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Choose it for the view

This was a very nice property. It was very tastefully decorated and the amenities were more than adequate. It is showing signs of age/wear but was still a beautiful property to stay in. We had issues with the cart, ice maker, and stopper in the bathtub but most were addressed or corrected by the management company. We had items damaged during the shuttle transport but those were taken care of as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Reid T.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Dolphin Cottage name is spot on....

North Captiva is a special place. If you're looking for a simple 2BR cottage to relax and enjoy sunrise, dolphins, boat watching, shelling, sandy beach bar and sunsets - this checks the box. Great location. Beautiful sunrise from the master bedroom bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne R., Punta Gorda, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice getaway!

The home was clean which is very important the kitchen was well supplied to cook what ever you wanted. The surrounding bushes and trees needs some trimming up but otherwise all was good.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Ann S., Easton, Maryland

Great location

We loved our stay on north Captiva. The cottage was just what we wanted space-wise. We’d love to return as soon as the issues with travel calm down.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Jen D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful, quiet place to unplug

My only issues were the golf cart being given to us uncharged. We had to push it about a 1/2-3/4 mile to our house. Also harder than it should be to get reservations at On the Water and the Boathouse. Otherwise it was a wonderful vacation and we are definitely going back!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Jesca M.

Beautiful Vacation

This was the perfect vacation for a getaway with adult friends. This house wasn’t very clean, but had mostly what we needed. If we came back, though, I would not rent this house again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Water views

Great views from both bedrooms/ living room. Golf carts die really fast though!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

mike j.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to get away

Great place, Relaxing, Beautiful, You won't find a better place to spend time. communication is a bit tough but hey your on island time just chill and take in the experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing weekend at the beach

Our family of 6, kids ages 18-7, loved this house. We loved sitting on the beach watching the dolphins. We explored the island on the golf cart and kayaked. The house was not luxurious, but it was just what we needed to escape the long winter cold. We will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Steve A., Germantown, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful truly lives up to it's name

Wonderful to see Dolphins daily. The cottage was nice, great view, beautiful sunrises every morning. The beach was quiet and private for sunbathing. Golf cart worked perfectly, we toured the island many times looking at the beautiful homes. Saw so many birds, manatees and dolphins. Just a very nice trip and getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Douglas G., State Center, United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

We had a great time on the Island! There was a lot to do, or nothing but relax if you chose that. Restaurants were great. Dolphin watching was great! We will be back
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vesa P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Island gateaway

Peace of mind
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice cottage

We had a nice time. Nice location for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dolphin Cottage

Beautiful view of the Bay Area! Easy access to the beach! Great fishing (caught a freaking shark)! Awesome neighborhood. Hope you’re lucky enough to get great neighbors like we had! Don’t forget bug spray because they’re terrible at night! Great weather, only small chances of rain each day. NCIC was always very helpful if we had any questions or problems! Great for shelling and wildlife! We saw dolphins everyday in front of the house. We also saw manatees, the shark we caught, live starfish, and a tortoise!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

laura m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful!!

We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness

It was a little more involved than what we anticipated going to the grocery store and walking

The property was great, lovely home. Getting to the property was a little more then a struggle for us, going grocery shopping prior to getting to our location was difficult with no transportation service, we walked out grocery carts to the transportation property to pack them up and then had to return the carriage back to the grocery store that was way more then what we expected to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Cottage on the Sound

My wife and I had a great time staying at this cottage. Beautiful location on the sound side of North Captiva. A short drive to very nice beaches on the Gulf. Neat little island. Everyone drives around in golf carts, no cars. Cottage was very clean and neat and had everything as stated. A couple of things that could make it even better. The golf cart needs attention. Parking brake does not work. The forward/reverse switch has to be "clicked" four or five times to get it to go in reverse. Had to use the lights one night and did not think we would make it home. On the charger every night, as instructed. Also, it would be nice if there was less of the owner's stuff there. We could not really use the bureaus or closets because they were almost full already. Also, can you find somewhere else to put that telescope? The coffee pot took forever to brew, probably full of minerals.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Esther K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful girls trip

Wonderful, relaxing weekend getaway with dear friends. Couldn't have been more perfect. Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home

This was our second year of coming to North Captiva and staying at Dolphin Cottage. Our family absolutely love this home and the location is stunning.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Beth F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and peaceful!

We were looking for time away to unwind. This was a perfect spot. It was the second time to the island and it was just as wonderful as the first time. We saw lots of dolphins while enjoying our private beach. House was comfortable and had everything we needed. We went kayaking, fishing and walking the beaches every day! It was wonderful! We will be back next year same time!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020