Charming Captiva Cottage with private pool, 300 steps from beach

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62000 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Air conditioning
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Washer

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Captiva Island, FL

Turner Beach
‪7 min walk‬
Blind Pass Beach
‪10 min walk‬
Captiva Beach
‪4 min drive‬
Fort Myers, FL (FMY-Page Field)
‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Charming island cottage surrounded by indigenous tropical plants on over one acre of natural vegetation embedded in Captiva Islands secluded and exclusive Gold Coast. Steps away from Captiva's famous (and uncrowded) Gulf Coast beach via deeded beach access. A quiet, private and secluded area to enjoy all the famous and natural amenities of Captiva Island. Simply enjoy collecting some of the shells for which Captiva is famous, swim in the Gulf of Mexico , fish for some well-known game fish, take a hike along the beautiful private Captiva beach or go kayaking, parasailing, boating, bird watching, surfing ... and for your off-beach entertainment simply enjoy the privacy of this rental cottage inside and out with your own heated pool with tanning ledge and gazebo .
Your pet may be accepted with prior approval, and we expect the following: dogs stay off furniture and beds, are not left unsupervised and will be crated if left unattended indoors. You need to vacuum after your pet if it sheds excessively and pick up after your dog.

Property manager

Margarethe Thye-Miville

Languages

English, German

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Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

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Beach with turtle nest on the left side of the photo.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

We rent pet friendly with owner permission.

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

On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Captiva

Located in Captiva, this cottage is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sanibel Island Southern Beach and North Captiva Island Beach. Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Captiva Island, FL

What's nearby

Turner Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Blind Pass Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Bowman's Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Captiva Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 9 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Mucky Duck - ‬8 min drive
‪Green Flash - ‬7 min drive
‪Rosalita's Cantina Sanibel - ‬12 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
‪RC Otter's Island Eats - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming Captiva Cottage with private pool, 300 steps from beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Charming Captiva Cottage with private pool, 300 steps from beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Captiva Cottage with private pool, 300 steps from beach?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Captiva Cottage with private pool, 300 steps from beach?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Charming Captiva Cottage with private pool, 300 steps from beach located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Turner Beach. Castaways Marina and Blind Pass Beach are also within 15 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Scott & Shelley W.

Mar 16, 2025

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

Great stay

Weather was great, pool a real bonus . Thanks to our host

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabine S.

Apr 22, 2025

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

Perfect Island Cottage

This was our second time staying here. The location is amazing! The house is very comfortable, well maintained and well stocked and the screen porch is roomy and such a great place to relax. The private pool is just lovely. Can't beat floating in the pool watching bald eagles fly in and out of their nest right next door. The bottom level was redone since our first visit and is really lovely now. We can't wait to come back! we miss it already.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Feb 15, 2025

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

Great cottage!

Easy access to beach, great pool and well equipped kitchen. Hostess was excellent.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela k.

Mar 27, 2025

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

Perfect house/location

This house fit our family and friends just perfect!The house was well appointed..had everything we needed. The pool was a wonderful addition. The eagles nesting above it were amazing! Margarethe was an amazing host. She answered any questions we had.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila D.

Mar 12, 2025

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

Captiva

Great place. The he only suggestion would be a small fridge in the downstairs area

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay W.

Jan 23, 2025

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

Girls week

We have been coming to Sanibel for about 20 years. This is by far one of our favorite places to stay! We are looking forward to come back!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Feb 10, 2025

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

Sister's Celebration

We spent a week at the cottage to celebrate a sister's 70th birthday. The cottage is perfect for a small group like ours. It was very clean, beautiful, and well-equipped. The pool is an added bonus and we spent a great deal of time lounging there and watching the baby eagles in the eagle's nest

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Feb 25, 2025

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

Amazing Private Beach/Pool Home

House is roomy, uncluttered, updated, comfortable, very well stocked, clean, private location, steps from the gorgeous quiet beach! We loved the huge screened lanai. The downstairs room worked well as a 3rd bedroom and a detached office by day. The pool is an amazing haven if you can tear yourself away from the beach! We are cook at home people and this kitchen was the best stocked I've ever stayed in. Host was very accessible and helpful. Amazing vacation property! Would love to return!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura O.

Dec 21, 2024

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

Secluded piece of paradise

The property was in great condition and excellently stocked! All the beds and seating areas were very comfortable and spacious. They provided beach chairs and a cart. Access to the beach was just across the street. The screened porch was a great place to watch the eagle nest and the iguanas. It was also nice to have a pool at the house. The property owners were very responsive to any questions we had. We can't wait to stay again!eat tiguanas.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Sep 12, 2024

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

Most Relaxing Vacation ever!

Captiva Cottage had everything we needed for our relaxing week. We loved the pool and even got to see the bald eagle in the nest next door! The host answered all my questions and even dropped off new batteries for the tv remote. I can't wait to go back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo L.

Aug 10, 2024

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

Captiva paradise.

The property is private, yet close to whatever you want to do. Nicely appointed with quality furnishings. Beautiful landscape with lovely pool.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley W.

Aug 19, 2024

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

Captiva Cottage

My wife and I celebrated our birthdays and anniversary there. All on the same day! It was private, peaceful, and beautiful! So close to the beach, shops and restaurants. Our host was very kind and knowledgeable and a pleasure to talk to. Fully recommend a stay at her property. Loved the edible landscape!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Mar 9, 2024

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

2nd time staying here

Great location! Very private with easy access to private beach. House was wonderful and the owner was very helpful with all of our needs. Would definitely stay at the cottage again!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abel H.

Aug 27, 2024

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

Great Place to relax

This was a wonderful vacation (unfortunately, too short). The cottage is very well maintained, clean and confortable. The room on the ground floor is very convenient. My wife and I stayed in that room and my daughters (both in College age) in the cottage in the 2nd floor. Great setup, with privacy and freedom… in summary, great place for a beach vacation… we will certainly return…

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

james h., 10860 canterbury dr mokena il 60448

Feb 4, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Captiva vacation

Nice pool. Friendly host.

Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

Jun 25, 2023

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

Great place in the sun

We had a fabulous time at the Captiva Cottage, that fully lives up to the pictures and information in the listing.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

benjamin w.

Apr 1, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely spot

Very gracious and friendly hosts

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

Jan 3, 2024

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

Great Beach Cottage

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cottage. House was in great shape and pool was fantastic! Best part was the proximity to the beach which made access to the sand a breeze. Would definitely recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

Jul 27, 2023

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

Beautiful and relaxing

We had a great stay at this private house. Loved having a pool all to ourselves. Beach was just across the street!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Feb 10, 2024

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

Captiva cottage charm

This cottage was perfect for our group of three. Its a very short walk to the beach, and when we preferred the pool, it was steps away from the cottage. An eagle's nest near the pool provided constant entertainment.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

Oct 14, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Getaway

Very homey and relaxing

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kara G.

Jul 24, 2024

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

Fabulous location

We had a wonderful week at the Captiva Cottage. The location can’t be beat- you practically have the beach, right across the street, to yourself. We also really enjoyed the grounds and the pool and appreciated all of the beach equipment. It was also lovely to be able to bring our dogs and not worry about extra fees or hassle. Agree with some other reviews that the place could use some newer and more comfortable seating in the living room, porch and downstairs area, but we still had a great stay. Would definitely recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Jul 2, 2023

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

The Perfect Captiva Stay

We had an amazing time staying here for our anniversary this year. We come to Sanibel/Captiva every year and try new places to stay each time and so far, this has been our favorite. Being able to jump into the pool after a long day in the sun at the beach was refreshing and really added to the stay. We will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dita C.

Aug 6, 2024

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

Captivated in Captiva

Margarethe's island hideaway is an absolute gem. From it's seclusion to close proximity to the beach and amazing water to the pool with painted turtles in the pool floor and pineapple plants - dont forget the pineapple plants. This place has it all and the price is well below some of the other places you'll see for Captiva. It really does check all the boxes. I would say that if you have difficulty navigating stairs then this is probably not the place for you as the main part of the house is on the upper level and the stairs could be difficult for some. Really a wonderful stay in Captiva.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug C.

Jul 4, 2024

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

Best of Everything!

If you are looking for a great place to stay in Captiva this home is it! Private beach access across the street, great fenced in pool with tanning deck and gazebo, all sitting on a secluded acre of jungle like property. Grounds are beautiful and definitely make you feel like living on a tropical island. House very clean and recently updated. Traveled with two adults, three kids and our dogs; plenty of room for everyone. Owner Margarethe was great and anything we needed was taken care of. Highly recommend! We will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024