See all properties
Entire home

Beachfront 2BR North Captiva Cottage with Private Beach

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Captiva

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Beachfront 2BR North Captiva Cottage with Private Beach

A balcony with a white table and chairs, overlooking a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.
A dining area with a round table, chairs, a wooden cabinet, and a television on the wall.
An aerial view of a coastal property with multiple houses, a sandy beach, and dense greenery.
A sunset view over a beach with a wooden walkway leading to the water.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, a chair, and a window.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

View in a map
North Captiva, FL
  • Place, North Captiva Island Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬

Room options

About the area

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.
View more Vacation homes in CaptivaOpens in a new window

What's nearby

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

Restaurants

  • The Mucky Duck
  • Mainstay North Captiva & Barnacles Bar
  • The Bubble Room
  • Starbucks
  • Keylime Bistro

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.
📝 HOUSE RULES | HELP US PROTECT NORTH CAPTIVA

North Captiva is home to a unique and fragile coastal ecosystem. Guests staying at Dolphin Cottage are asked to help preserve the island`s natural beauty for future generations.

🐢 WILDLIFE PROTECTION
Guests must follow all local laws and guidelines designed to protect North Captiva Island`s wildlife and ecosystem.

🏖️ BEACH RULES & SEA TURTLE PROTECTION
Sea turtle nesting season generally occurs May through October.

Please help protect nesting turtles and hatch-lings by following these important guidelines:
-Respect all marked sea turtle nests and keep a safe distance.
-Close blinds or curtains facing the beach at night to help prevent artificial light from disorienting hatch-lings.
-Do not leave beach chairs, toys, tents, umbrellas, or other items on the beach overnight.
-Fill in all holes in the sand before leaving the beach.
-Flatten sandcastles before leaving the beach.
-Avoid bright lights, flash photography, or shining flashlights toward the ocean at night.
-Never disturb, touch, or approach marine wildlife.

🛺 GOLF CART & BEACH SAFETY
-Golf carts are not permitted on the airstrip or on any beaches.
Please remain on designated roads and pathways when operating a golf cart.

Similar properties

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by tropical vegetation.
Private & Spacious [2300sqft] home w/Pool,Hot Tub,Golf Cart, Pet Friendly & Club
North Captiva
  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, 45 reviews
Private & Spacious [2300sqft] home w/Pool,Hot Tub,Golf Cart, Pet Friendly & Club

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

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
  • 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

Rules

📝 HOUSE RULES | HELP US PROTECT NORTH CAPTIVA North Captiva is home to a unique and fragile coastal ecosystem. Guests staying at Dolphin Cottage are

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

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

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

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing and enjoyable place.

Only minor suggestion: supply shampoo, measuring spoons and aluminum foil or plastic wrap. Those are cheap items that are easily supplied (and that will last for some time).
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful view, clean nice beach

We stayed here for fishing. Unfortunately the fishing is not a good as we hoped from this spot in the beach. There is a good drop off close to shore and strong currents. Surprisingly not a huge variety of fish. Ladyfish, sheeps head by the docks and catfish at night and Snook that almost never bite because they are targeted by numerous boats all day long. The second day we walked the other side of the island and fished. It was great. Lots of bait fish and tons of fish biting. Highly recommend this island for a vacation. Beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Wonderful breathtaking beach stay

Location, breathtaking, beach house is beautiful and has everything you need but maybe needs a little love put into it. Not a lot but a little :-) Only minor point was the top bedroom was just too hot for us, air con wasnt brilliant up there, so we spent most of the holiday in bedroom number 2 downstairs as much cooler. The house had everything you need and was a fantastic place to stay right on the beach. Will be back and would recommend to anyone who wants that fantastic perfect beach, clear water, fantasy retreat. The perfect place for me to propose to my now fiance. We saw dolphins nearly every day, as well as all kinds of other beautiful wildlife. People on the island are lovely and friendly and getting back and forth with supplies and luggage was made surprisingly easy and carefree. Would recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2019
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

The island is wonderful, Dolphin Cottage needs some TLC!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My rental experience was average. I had unanswered questions since booking in February and actually found the transportation resources to be most helpful, even for the cottage questions I had. The Cottage itself is tired. Curtains are stained, the screen doors don't slide and are torn, the outdoor cushions were filthy and clearly are left outside constantly without being touched, the couch in the family room is ripped, there were no outdoor trash bins for trash removal, the golf cart was extremely difficult to turn as well as rusty, the water smelled like sulfur and was not good for showering, and the decks/railings feel unsafe and have what appear to be some pretty big cracks. The location of the Cottage is wonderful and the views were what provided the best part of the stay. I will be back for a visit to the island but will choose a different place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cute beach cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had the opportunity to stay at this adorable cottage for our anniversary weekend. We noticed the recent reviews that the cottage looked worn and needed updating. It could use some updating and a refresh, yes, but it had the charm of an old beach cottage that you would expect. It was decorated in a chic way and was perfect for the two of us. We had no issues with the home and thought it was an adorable place. Our biggest complaint was the fiasco checking in and the boat dock slip. We were told they would be there until 5. We showed up at 4:45 and the property manager had already left for the day so it took a lot back and forth with people on the grounds to figure out our golf cart and check in information. Our boat slip was assigned to two different boats so we were dealing with trying to find a spot every time we came back in from the water. It was definitely disorganized.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Wonderful Time

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Although it was extremely hot! We very much enjoyed our stay! The view is incredible and Dolphins were everywhere! Even a Stingray leaped out of the water! The cottage is quaint and the outdoor improvements, from our last visit, were greatly appreciated. The staff is wonderful and fun to talk to. We will be back!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Dolphin cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The dolphin cottage was very nice. But don’t stay there because it will get too busy and I won’t be able to go back! Lol! It was close to the airstrip which is popular for fishing and seeing dolphins. The guys in the office were excellent at helping us out with golf cart issues.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

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
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

019 dolphin cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Although my kids had a good time because they enjoy the water and fishing . I was very disappointed on how things at the island have changed. Several times I witnessed staff members around the kitchen or those around the island flirting with guests or arguing and cursing at each other. One day as I was picking up breakfast for my kids, the chef cursed at another staff member and threw the bacon at her which then caused her to curse at him. Every single golf cart they handed me had issues, throughout my stay I was given about 5 and even then the last one was still stalling or going very slow. The house where we stayed at was not clean, you can tell the blankets were dirty and we’re not cleaned from the last use. The bathrooms were still dirty, water was not draining in the showers. The house says it sleeps 7 but it truly only sleeps 6 individuals. The house photos make it seem like the house has access to a dock pier to fish when it doesn’t which is the main reason why I rented that one in the first place. For the amount of money that it cost to stay there the staff should be sweeter and nicer. Honestly from the moment you walk out of the ferry staff should be wearing tropical clothing so it’s eAsier to identify them from a crowd at times it was hard to even know who was a staff member and who was not. Restaurants should stay open later. For those wondering about the boat house restaurant don’t waste your money eating there. When you walk in the restaurant looks like a run down dennys, considering each plate is around 45-65 dollars you should be walking into a 5 star restaurant. It’s called the boat house but you really have no view to the boats or the water , there are maybe only 5 tables if that, the chef was rude and no one is wearing gloves as they cook or serve your food. I personally saw staff members grabbing food items like bacon with their hands and then touching their faces.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Love North Captiva; Promises about houses could be better

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We love North Captiva, have been several times with our two boys, and will return to enjoy it again. We are always totally prepared that all of life's conveniences just can't be expected on N. Cap but we do prefer that all elements of the rented home advertised are provided. We did not have internet or the promised direct TV for our entire stay. While this was likely not the fault of the Island Club we would have preferred to be compensated for this lack of a substantial amenity. I will say the staff that attempted to fix it (but not successfully) were very nice and professional.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beautiful spot!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time on our trip and enjoyed Dolphin Cottage very much! It is a very cute cottage with an absolutely stunning view. The kitchen is well equipped and has everything you could possibly need for cooking. The home is advertised as having a king size bed but it does not. There is a Queen upstairs and two twins on the main level. It worked out as we chose to sleep in the two twins as it was just my husband and myself. Otherwise we very much enjoyed our stay. The island is beautiful and the home is very private.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great time

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: great experience staying in this cottage and island. Everything well organized: boat trip, gulf card, transportation of luggage to the flat ...We enjoyed the private beach (the cottage is defineately not on the wrong side of the island), crossing the island for sunset is only a short trip by the gulf cardthe rooms and kitchen are clean and well equipped, I only wonder why nobody clean up the mess under the house from the trash and broken equipement (maybe I ́m too German) which would only takes 5min. Highly recommended location. Some minor disadvantages mentioned in prior reports are true, but come on, this is like paradise.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Needing revamp

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Cate From Eden Prarie MN hit it on the head in her review
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A wonderful visit.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We arrived on a cold and rainy day but the gentleman who assisted us with our luggage and groceries was nonetheless so pleasant ! Our cottage was lovely with a gorgeous beach view and the weather for the remainder of our stay was perfect. We look forward to returning to this special place.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Water views

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