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Life's a Beach: Walk to Private Beach & Village in 5 Minutes

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A living room with a grey sofa, a television, a small table with a lamp, and a chair.
A kitchen with a white island, black bar stools, and a dining table. There are decorative wall art pieces, including a dolphin and a crab.
A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with bar stools.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a stainless steel refrigerator, microwave, and oven.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a wooden deck.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Captiva, FL
  • Place, Captiva Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Jensen’s Marina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Captiva Chapel By the Sea
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
    ‪99 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Captiva

This vacation home places you next to Captiva Beach and within a 5-minute walk of McCarthy's Marina. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Captiva Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • McCarthy's Marina - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Jensen’s Marina - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Captiva Chapel By the Sea - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Alison Hagerup Beach Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mucky Duck - ‬7 min walk
  • Mainstay North Captiva & Barnacles Bar
  • ‪The Green Flash Waterfront Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Bubble Room - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Life's a Beach: Walk to Private Beach & Village in 5 Minutes

Beach Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, (Sleeps 6)
Come visit us on beautiful Captiva Island and stay in our 'Life's a Beach' cottage. Our property is a lovely ground level cottage nestled in beautiful lush and tropical gardens. Located on wonderful Wightman lane a small private beach road in the heart of Captiva Island. Considered one of the best locations on Captiva. From here walk to private beach and village in just 5 minutes. Relax in your private large hot tub, enjoy outdoor dinning and lounging areas in front and back of your vacation home. Relaxation island style is guaranteed. For dinner and sunset drinks walk to Captiva's beautiful and famous shelling beaches and historic village. Enjoy nightly beach front sunsets and award winning dining and shop the many unique stores and galleries.

Enjoy the warm gulf waters, restaurants, shops, galleries. Huge variety of activities are available on the island. Fishing, boating, boat charter, outer island tours, sunset cruises, dolphin and wildlife cruises. Bird watching, canoe and kayak thru the back bay and mangroves, bike, golf, parasail, skate, shelling, Jet ski, marina.

~Air Conditioning ~Bath Linens ~Stove and Oven ~Blender ~Beach umbrella ~Beach Chairs ~2 Cable TVs ~Phone ~Ceiling Fans ~Outside dinning ~Microwave ~Coffee Maker ~Iron ~Games for Kids ~VCR/DVD ~Hot Tub ~Heating ~Porch ~Refrigerator ~Toaster ~Ironing Board ~Toys for Kids ~Alarm Clock ~On Street Parking ~Bed Linens ~Gas Grill ~Ice Maker ~Washer ~Dryer ~Beach Towels ~Portable Radio ~Radio

Activities:

~Beachcombing ~Marina ~Boating ~Parasailing ~Deep Sea Fishing ~Tennis ~Beaches ~Surfing ~Sailing ~Canoeing ~Pier Fishing ~Biking ~Groceries ~Swimming ~Yachting ~Kayaking ~Fly Fishing ~Water Park ~Restaurants ~Snorkeling ~Wind Surfing ~Jet Skiing ~Golfing

Area: Our 'Life' a Beach' is just steps to the beach, restaurants and galleries. 10 minute drive to Sanibel Island village were you find an additional variety of restaurants, shops, galleries, gourmet groceries, waterfront restaurants and entertainment. Famous Ding Darling preserve, Tarpon Bay recreation area, shell museum, Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and many nature trails and tours are available. Over 50 miles of safe bike lanes on Sanibel. Bike rental.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a phone.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Canoeing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Rules

Not more than max. 6 persons allowed including children. Max 2 cars per rental party. Parking private to the property

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $300.00

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 and a deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Captiva, just steps from Captiva Beach and McCarthy's Marina, and within a short walk of J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge. You'll also find Jensen’s Marina and Captiva Chapel By the Sea less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Life's a Beach: Walk to Private Beach & Village in 5 Minutes?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Life's a Beach: Walk to Private Beach & Village in 5 Minutes?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some house, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Life's a Beach: Walk to Private Beach & Village in 5 Minutes?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Life's a Beach: Walk to Private Beach & Village in 5 Minutes?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW), which is about 26.9 mi away. Another top airport is Punta Gorda Airport (PGD), which is around 29.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Life's a Beach: Walk to Private Beach & Village in 5 Minutes?

Yes, every house at Life's a Beach: Walk to Private Beach & Village in 5 Minutes comes with a patio.

Life's a Beach: Walk to Private Beach & Village in 5 Minutes Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy at Life's a Beach

Lots of space, very clean, and cute decor. Close to beach and village.There was a broken down cardboard box containg a belt of nails at the base of a tree in the front yard and bathroom sinks were clogged with hair and slime.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alice G.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

January Captiva trip

Our family likes this house and location. This was our second time staying[.here; after 3 hurricanes. Unfortunately the weather was cold, rainy and windy. I can't find fault with the house. Iit is modest, not glamorous. The only thing i would say is that the living room sofa is very uncomfortable but if the weather had been better we wouldn't have used it so much. 1
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kylee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway property!

I’ve been coming to Captiva for over 10 years, but always as a family trip. This is my first time coming as just a couple, and this house was the perfect size for the two of us! You also can’t beat the location. Very clean property, great communication from the property manager, and loved the jacuzzi!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute lil house

Loved the house and different outdoor spaces. Close to everything. We had a great two week stay
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Life’s a beach

It was such a great experience and so close to the beach and shops. The home was very clean and perfect for our Anniversary trip.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruthie and Hans L.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025