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The Blue Marlin - Beachfront Oasis with Private Beachside Pool & Boat Dock

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The Blue Marlin's living room offers panoramic views and two comfy couches.
The Blue Marlin is located on a sugar sand beach with gently sloping shoreline.
Beautiful views from very angle when you first walk in.
The reading alcove (left corner) is tucked into the corner of the living room.
The reading alcove is a favorite place to enjoy a book, a nap or movie night.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 102300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Captiva, FL
  • North Captiva Island Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Cayo Costa Beaches
    ‪325 min walk‬
  • Useppa Island
    ‪243 min walk‬
  • Fort Myers, FL (FMY-Page Field)
    ‪206 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Abacos

1 Queen Bed

Bunk Room

4 Single Beds

Captiva

1 King Bed

Rookery

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

The Blue Marlin - Beachfront Oasis with Private Beachside Pool & Boat Dock

Since 2017, "The Blue Marlin" has provided sea-loving families with the ultimate North Captiva beachfront retreat. This unique property includes over one acre of land and offers a private beachside pool and private boat dock. With panoramic water views and a gently sloping sugar sand beach, it is a gorgeous, relaxing setting for your family vacation. "The Blue Marlin" is located on North Captiva Island, a bridge-less, car-free, crowd-free paradise. Sea kayaks and paddle boards are kept right at the house and can be easily taken down to the shore for paddling adventures. Dolphins are often encountered and are typically sighted daily from the house's expansive decks. A protected dock at the back of the property is a great place for fishing adventures or mooring your boat. The private beachside pool is a favorite place to play or relax. This one-of-a-kind property extends to Safety Harbor along its western border, Salty Approach Airstrip along the north, and the pristine Pine Island Sound to the east.

Come to this peaceful haven for your family vacation. Watch dolphins frolic offshore and pelicans glide past your porch throughout the day. Enjoy breathtaking sunrises as you sip your coffee on the wrap-around decks and marvel at the beauty of the universe as you star gaze into the dark night sky. Fall asleep to the rustle of palm branches and the peaceful lapping of waves along the shore. Explore the amazing coastal waters by sea kayaks or paddle boards which are included in the house rental. Beautiful and rare wildlife abound-- from shorebirds to manatees, and sea turtles to sawfish. Miles of pristine beaches are available for beach combing on North Captiva Island or nearby Cayo Costa. A private beachside pool and a private boat dock with 2 slips are included.

"The Blue Marlin" was designed to accommodate families who love the sea. It embraces the spirit of the islands with its relaxed, comfortable, family-friendly design. The house is divided into private and gathering spaces, with expansive wrap-around porches. The main part of the house includes a large family room and a functional, fabulous kitchen and dining area. A massive kitchen island includes 6 barstools and an heirloom kitchen table, crafted from reclaimed marine timbers, which seats 8. The Gulf of Mexico, Captiva Pass, and Cayo Costa Island can all be viewed from the kitchen sink and stove. A large 55" television is mounted over the fireplace and can be viewed from any seat in the room. Two plump, cozy sofas and a reading alcove with a queen-size mattress offer comfy places to relax. An old seaman's chest is stocked with cards and board games for family game night.

The second part of the house includes private bedrooms, bathrooms, and a large laundry room with a high-capacity washer and dryer. The Abacos bedroom has a queen-size bed and attached half bath with a French door leading out to the deck. Large windows offer stunning views of the Sound. The Captiva bedroom next door shares the panoramic water views and also has a French door leading to the wrap-around deck. It has a king-size bed and a large master bath with a walk-in shower. The Rookery bedroom across the hall has a queen-size bed and a French door leading to the deck and the outdoor shower. The outdoor shower also has beach views and views of the spectacular star-filled sky at night. Over 1,480 square feet of elevated deck wrap around the house and offer many choices for sunbathing and relaxation. The bunk room has 4 twin-size beds perfect for the young and young at heart. A large guest bathroom has double sinks, a shower, and a shallow tub for the little ones' bubble baths.

Much of "The Blue Marlin's" charm comes from its vintage furnishings and reclaimed architectural details. The reclaimed heart-of-pine flooring dates back to a 1800's Kentucky whiskey distillery; the vintage ship lights were salvaged from old passage ships; much of the furniture was created from recycled boat wood; and even the giant 12' Marlin that hangs above the kitchen cabinets was a Pine Island garage sale treasure (refurbished by a local taxidermist). "The Blue Marlin" sits on a historic piece of land that was once used by native Caloosa people, claimed by the King of Spain, used by early coastal pioneers and fishermen at the turn of the century, and cleared by the Kinsey family for use as a sand airstrip that once ran north to south along the coast. Even though it is newly constructed, "The Blue Marlin's" Florida-style design and sea-loving spirit offer a nostalgic nod to the past. A portion of each rental is donated to local charities that work to protect wildlife and marine and coastal environments.

"The Blue Marlin" is located on North Captiva, a bridgeless subtropical barrier island with over five miles of pristine, sandy beaches. The island is traffic-free, car-free, and carefree. Electric golf carts, bicycles, and feet are the only modes of transportation and shoes are optional. The southern part of North Captiva includes over 350 acres of protected state park land. Transportation to North Captiva from the mainland is provided by Boats and Fun Water Taxi, Island Girl Charters, Just For Fun Ferry Boat, private charter, or your boat. A private beachside pool and private boat dock are included with the house rental. Guests of "The Blue Marlin" will receive a voucher which can be redeemed with Sandy Wheels Cart Rental for the use of a 4–4-person golf cart during their stay. (Please note that if you have more than 4 guests in your party, you will be required to rent a second golf cart in order to redeem the golf cart voucher. )

Property manager

Kelly Bares
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The Blue Marlin only rents to family groups.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Captiva

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in North Captiva, a neighbourhood in Captiva. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Captiva Island Beach and Sanibel Island Southern Beach, while Barbara Sumwalt Useppa Island Historical Museum and Barbara Sumwalt Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Captiva, FL

What's nearby

  • North Captiva Island Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Restaurants

  • The Mucky Duck
  • Tarpon Lodge
  • Green Flash
  • Starbucks
  • RC Otter's Island Eats

Frequently asked questions

Does The Blue Marlin - Beachfront Oasis with Private Beachside Pool & Boat Dock have a pool?

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

Is The Blue Marlin - Beachfront Oasis with Private Beachside Pool & Boat Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The Blue Marlin - Beachfront Oasis with Private Beachside Pool & Boat Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blue Marlin - Beachfront Oasis with Private Beachside Pool & Boat Dock?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is The Blue Marlin - Beachfront Oasis with Private Beachside Pool & Boat Dock located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Captiva holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from North Captiva Island Beach.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

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

Paradise

The Blue Marlin is an amazing property. We enjoyed the sunrise views from our deck every morning and spent a great deal of time on the deck throughout the day. We saw dolphins, manatee, a variety of birds, boats and airplanes from this vantage point daily. The home is well appointed, decorated and maintained. Walking down the steps and out to the shore is always a great feature. The online description is very accurate. The homeowners were very helpful and responsive to any inquiries we had. The property managers were helpful in assisting us with our needs during our stay. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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Family vacation getaway

Overall was a wonderful experience and directly ad described. No shortage of things to do and was stocked with chairs, and amenities. The view itself is of course worth it but the Blue Marlin made you feel at home and in luxury as well with the gorgeous deck overlooking the inter coastal. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for an on the water experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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Absolutely amazing

We were already in love with North Captiva and the Blue Marlin made us love it even more. The location was great, the housing beautiful, and we had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris M.

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

Amazing House

Stayed over Thanksgiving and had a wonderful stay. The island is still working on cleanup from the storms, but the house was in great shape. Owner was super responsive with a couple small issues and we can’t wait to return. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandi R.

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Paradise!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

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Beautiful, peaceful natural sanctuary

The property and the island were so relaxing and peaceful. Not overcrowded at all, really a great place to get away. The property managers were A++ helpful for coordinating coming and going for a property that requires a little more of that to get to by boat.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

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

Fabulous!

Loved everything about this property. The location was unbeatable and the property managers did a great job with communication and making sure we had everything we needed. We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Absolutely Perfect

Our stay at Blue Marlin was absolutely perfect. The view is spectacular and the house is comfortable and well cared for by the owners. Our only problem was that it was too difficult to leave.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana L.

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Perfect location, best views

We stayed in the Blue Marlin during spring break 2024. We loved every minute of our trip. The Blue Marlin house is situated on a very unique piece of North Captiva. It has both ocean front and safety harbor shore line, giving you direct beach access and a dock for your boat. The pool and deck area under the house was expansive. The newly planted garden of palm trees gave a real tropical vibe. In the mornings, you have the best view of the sunrise which you can view from inside (lots of big windows) or from the large wrap around deck. At sunset, you can drive/walk a short distance to the beach on the other side of the island to see it.We arrived by private boat which we rented from Speed Dock, one of the owner’s recommended rental businesses. When we got there Tortuga, the management team, unloaded our luggage from the boat and delivered it into the house. That was a very nice service. Duncan is super! The house has a nice living area/kitchen, comfortable bedrooms, and amenities. We had a couple of hiccups at the beginning, but everything was taken care of by the management team in a timely manner. My only warning about staying in North Captiva is the food situation. We did use Tortuga’s food delivery service. It is expensive, but the worth it in my opinion. Since Hurricane Ian in 2022, NoCap has been rebuilding. Two of the four restaurants are not open. So my biggest recommendation is to have your own boat to get access to other local restaurants on other islands.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie C.

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Blue Marlin is a keeper!

Such a dream vacation on your own personal quiet beach. The daily expansive water views from this property seep into your soul. The only real problem was- that we had to leave. The home is well equipped and provides for a comfortable home away from home experience. The beds are comfortable, the linens soft. The management and owners were kind and responsive. Nature on North Captiva is incredible. Constant dolphin sightings, osprey, manatee (in Safety Harbor), gopher tortoise, and eagles await! The rentable wide tire bikes allow for exploring the island’s nature preserve with ease. The ice cream shop is situated near the bike return.This property is unique in that it borders both the Pine Island Sound on the back,as well as Safety Harbor on the front (accessed via a two part long dock). The home’s lower deck affords enjoyable swimming in the warm private pool, corn hole, grilling, and relaxing on the ample lounge chairs. Our favorites were the mornings spent watching the sunrise on the water from the wrap around balcony, and watching sunsets from the opposite side of the balcony. Plentiful shells abound. The transportation process was made easy by the property’s management team (that helps you load and unload your luggage). The included golf cart was of very good quality. I’m still not entirely sure why we left. A vacation you’ll never regret in a well appointed and beautiful home. The Blue Marlin is a keeper, and worthy of its 5-star rating.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David Z.

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Unexpected Awesome Vacation

We stayed at the Blue Marlin from June 4, 2023 to June 11, 2023. I was a little apprehensive for this vacation because it isn't your typical vacation. There were alot of things to take care of logistics-wise from transportation to getting food that are very different from normal vacation spots. First of all, Kelly was one of the best owners to work with. She was very responsive before and during the trip. The management company answered all of our questions quickly and were very responsive with any issues we encountered or had questions on. The house was unbelievable. It had everything we needed from the pool, to a grill for cooking out, to kayaks, to an outdoor shower and best of all, our own beach! The grocery service is a must and working with Antoine was great. He took my many calls and answered my questions many times prior to getting down there. The only thing we had an issue with was there was a barge ship right next to us for the cleanup from the hurricane. We got used to it and will be back to see what it is like when it isn't there. I saw one quote from someone who vacationed at North Captiva. It went something like this: "I was worried about what to do on the island, but when I was there, I ended up doing nothing!" One of the most relaxing trips we ever went on and we definitely plan on going back and staying at the Blue Marlin.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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One of the best family vacations ever

We have stayed in many VRBO properties and this one was the first that was way better than the pictures can even show . You just have to go see it ! The view never gets old ! Our three teenage boys loved it! Even though there is not much to do on the island - it’s amazing beaches, pool as well as tons of water activities and corn hole were perfect and we were never bored. We saw so many dolphins and could almost touch them out on the kayaks and paddle board . Take some games or use the ones there. It was great to play them at the huge dinning table . We used blue marlin charters and rob was great ! Tortuga did a wonderful job ! We felt very taken care of ! Prepare to sit back and relax ! If there was anything I’d mention that I’d change it would be to prepare better for the no see Um bugs . Got lots of bites outside the first night but this is to be expected when living on an island beach . Get some bug spray w your sunscreen . The blue marlin will have a special place in our heart and I hope we will have the privilege to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie I.

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Perfect

We had another wonderful time at Blue Marlin! We have stayed here before and would not stay anywhere else on the island. The location is absolutely perfect and the house is beautiful. Thank you Kelly for making everything perfect and being so responsive. We will be back as soon as we are able.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

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

Beautiful location!

The setting of the house on the water is amazing! You walk in the front door and just see water through the large sliding glass doors. You have the beach in front, pool in front, runway to your left, and dock at rear, this house has it all. Everything we needed in the kitchen, towels, and bathroom supplies. Tortuga did an awesome job with our groceries and picking us up at the dock. Will be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Paradise!

We LOVED staying in this home in PARADISE and look forward to returning! (I am reluctant to post this as I'm afraid that others will find out about this amazing home with the incredible view and it will be booked so much that we can't get back in to stay :))
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina B.

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

Wonderful home!

We had so much fun at North Captiva Island and we loved the Blue Marlin home! Very clean, very well stocked and just beautiful! The owner was such a pleasure to work with. TORTUGA Properties did a great job with managing our stay. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Courtney D.

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

Perfection

This was our first time to North Captiva and the Blue Marlin and it exceeded our expectations! Kelley and Billy made our trip so easy from how to get there to having our groceries stocked and ready for our arrival. The pictures of this beautiful home and island don’t do it justice! We saw the dolphins and manatees daily, enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boards and made great use of the heated pool. We can’t wait to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

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Beautiful property

We loved our stay at the Blue Marlin. It was so relaxing and peaceful . Thank you Kelly and Billy for your hospitality and your guidance on our maiden voyage to North Captiva. We will definitely be back !!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

karen v.

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

Such a beautiful house

Loved this house!! Kelly has stocked it to the max, we really didn't need to bring anything besides our clothes and food we wanted to eat. With that being said, the house is beautiful and beautifully decorated, amazing views, nice towels, bedding, etc. My daughter and her boyfriend loved taking the kayaks out and hanging out with the dolphins. Already planning our next vacation to come back! Thank you Kelly for everything..
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F., Addison Illinois

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

Great Stay!!

We had a great stay at The Blue Marlin! The house is so clean and equipped with everything you might want for a beach vacation. Owners were quick and responsive to all communications and house manager Billy, helped to make our stay spectacular from beginning to end! We are already planning when we can return!!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shawn W., Columbia Station, OH, USA

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

Beautiful property and house

The house is absolutely beautiful. It is well designed and well kept with excellent facilities. The view is great. Most days we just sat on the back porch and watched the dolphins. We lost count of how many we saw. We would definitely recommend this property. There were only 2 of us with a small dog and the property is probably best suited for a larger group but we loved having the whole place to ourselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

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

Amazing Week . . . Amazing Property

I am writing this review on behalf of three couples who who spent a wonderful week at The Blue Marlin last week. The house and property exceeded all of our expectations! The pictures on line were wonderful and drew us to want to stay there, but there is no way pictures could do this place justice. Absolutely breathtaking. The deck, pool, landscaping, and location were awesome. Ideal sunrise views and great place to chill in the evenings with a glass of wine and some locally caught grilled snapper. Spacious great room, nicely equipped kitchen, and large dining room table (with one of the best views in North Captiva) made our stay enjoyable and memorable. Attention to detail was impressive . . . Everything from the color scheme to nautical accents to the reading nook / day bed to the ice cream maker (they sent ahead recipes and instruction manual which was a nice touch). Bedrooms were nicely appointed and worked for the 6 of us. Oddly enough, a highlight was the outdoor shower on the upper deck. Very discrete . . . Something liberating about a shower outside with a wonderful view. Every part of our logistics, getting groceries stocked, carts delivered to dock, and communications to / from the owners and Billy (the House Manager) took most of the stress out of getting in and settled. We did hire Billy, who is also private chef, to cook a pretty amazing meal one night . . . Great food and a great time. Made use of the dock for Capt Mark (of Olde Salty Island Charters) to pick us up & drop us off for an incredible fishing charter. Very nice to have that dock. Only issue we had was large industrial ice maker on the lower deck had died. They were responsive to get it fixed, but compressor was out and no way it would get fixed during our stay. Inside ice maker was a God send and kept us with enough ice for the week. What did we do? Our first answer is “NOTHING” and it was fabulous. In reality, we snorkeled off the beach, swam, made use of kayaks & paddle boards, looked for shells and sea life, explored the island, chartered a fishing boat, watched sunsets and sunrises, played games, drank some wine and rum drinks, cooked some amazing meals and RELAXED! In closing The Blue Marlin is a beautiful setting for a very relaxing and chill vacation. Highly recommend it and will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jack S.

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

Best Property on the Island

We have stayed on the island a few times in the past years, in different properties. This is by far the best house we have stayed at on the island and we will rebook for next year. The owners were so gracious and very accommodating. They made sure that we had everything we needed, and helped immediately if an issue arose. Best Vacation in many years! Thanks, Jack
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Great Vacation!

My family and I stayed here for a week. It was so relaxing, the location can't be beat. Spending evenings in the pool or on the balcony enjoying the sounds, it's exactly what we needed. Seashells galore, if you're into shelling. We had a great time exploring the island and the great burgers at Mango's. Cabbage Key is adorable, with more great burgers. The house was very clean, definitely met my high standards. The hosts were great, communication was exceptional, and we had the most delicious homemade cookies waiting for us. All in all, our family had a great time at Sea Urchins and your family will too.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

WENDY Y.

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

Stunning property and great management

The Coopers were like family friends guiding us all the way, including when we were nervous about a tropical depression. The house was clean, well supplied and gorgeous. The beach was perfect and just as advertised. Everything was amazing. Best vacation ever.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Bares

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Why they chose this property

"The Blue Marlin" is located on over an acre of land. More than half of the property is set aside as preserve area, that was restored to native vegetation when the homesite was prepared. A boat dock was carefully constructed along the Safety Harbor, and guests of "The Blue Marlin" can use the protected dock space for their boats, rental craft, or private charter. It is also a good place to fish, sunbath and watch for friendly dolphins. As part of of State permitting requirements, the home was built on pilings at elevations more than 17 feet above sea level. The result is a breathtaking views of Pine Island Sound and the surrounding Charlotte Harbor Aquatic Preserve. Safety Harbor, the Gulf of Mexico, Captiva Pass, Cayo Costa Island, Cabbage Key, Use, and the historic fishing shacks of Pine Island Sound can all be viewed from the house. "The Blue Marlin" is located adjacent to Salty Approach, the grass airstrip, and typically, once or twice a day small airplanes land or takeoff. Because of the house orientation, landing aircraft pass right by the porches--it is thrill to watch! The waters right in front of the runway are a favorite hangout for dolphin families and they are sighted daily playing and fishing along the beach. Occasional pods of manatees are also sighted along the shore and off the dock in Safety Harbor. Shorebirds abound and ospreys and pelicans drift past the house porches on the sea breezes. "The Blue Marlin" is like no other property on the North Captiva or anywhere else--we look forward to sharing it with you!

What makes this property unique

Here are some quotes from our reviews on this site (each from a different review).
We think these sum it up nicely!

"heaven on earth"
"we would love to come back"
"even more gorgeous than what the pictures show"
"unbelievable vacation and nothing short of perfection"
"all you need to bring is food, clothing, and sunglasses"
"my family has been visiting North Captiva for 30 years and this may have been out best trip yet"
"this was our 6th visit to the island and our best vacation stay"
"this has been our favorite family vacation by far"
"it was absolute paradise"
"we didn't want to leave"
"making it a yearly tradition"
"the location is just unmatched"
"most relaxing family vacation ever"
"outstanding property with all the amenities"
"location on the island couldn't be better"
"definitely will return"



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