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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 covered outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a wooden deck.
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.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Situated near the sea, this vacation home accommodates 6 guests with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It offers a patio, porch, and deck for outdoor relaxation. Families can enjoy nearby activities like fishing, scuba diving, and canoeing, along with attractions such as Captiva Beach and Jungle Drums. The stay is pet-friendly.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Captiva Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
$300.00
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Smoking

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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2024853
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

About the neighborhood

Captiva

Located in Captiva, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bowman's Beach and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation, or check out an event or a game at Dunes Golf and Tennis Club. With jet skiing, scuba diving, and canoeing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Captiva, FL

What's nearby

  • Captiva Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • McCarthy's Marina - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Jensen’s Marina - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Captiva Chapel By the Sea - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Alison Hagerup Beach Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Life's a Beach: Walk to Private Beach & Village in 5 Minutes pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Life's a Beach: Walk to Private Beach & Village in 5 Minutes?

As of Aug 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life's a Beach: Walk to Private Beach & Village in 5 Minutes on Sep 25, 2026 start from $556, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Life's a Beach: Walk to Private Beach & Village in 5 Minutes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Life's a Beach: Walk to Private Beach & Village in 5 Minutes?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Life's a Beach: Walk to Private Beach & Village in 5 Minutes located?

This family-friendly Captiva vacation home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Captiva Beach, McCarthy's Marina, and Jensen’s Marina. J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Captiva Chapel By the Sea are also within 10 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by American Realty of Captiva

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