[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # EXCLUSIVE AT THE BEACH: Private Pool, Golf Cart, Avail Book Now!! Family-friendly fun on the beach, with hot tub ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44090000/44089100/44089025/139ca0e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44090000/44089100/44089025/4d14f64e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44090000/44089100/44089025/be1016c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44090000/44089100/44089025/161dd979.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, video games, table tennis, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44090000/44089100/44089025/cdf7b8ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Unwind in the serene ambiance of Gulf Swells & Sea Shells, where direct beach access and a private heated pool promise relaxation. Enjoy tranquil ocean views from the kitchen, living areas, and master bedroom as you relish every moment of this ultimate oceanfront haven. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 102560 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Hot tub - Parking available - Washer - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### EXCLUSIVE AT THE BEACH: Private Pool, Golf Cart, Avail Book Now!! Welcome to Gulf Swells & Sea Shells – your ultimate oceanfront haven! Completely renovated, this stunning Large, 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom pool home offers an expansive 2,560 square feet of pure comfort and elegance. Unlike other rentals, our home grants you genuine actual oceanfront views from within, so you won't miss a single moment of the breathtaking scenery. Leave your worries behind as you relish direct beach access right from the property – no need for carts! Say goodbye to endless stair climbs; here, ocean vistas grace the kitchen, living, and master bedroom areas. With a private heated pool and serene screened decks, every second promises relaxation. Immerse yourself in the tranquil symphony of the ocean's soothing waters. Your extraordinary oceanfront escape awaits! Gulf Swells & Sea Shells presents a reverse floor plan with four bedrooms, three baths, and a laundry room on the main level. The second floor boasts a full bath, all new kitchen appliances and furniture with beautiful views of the ocean. It is the perfect backdrop as your friends and family gather together. The fully remodeled master bedroom is located off the great room and features a king-sized bed complete with Gulf views for your viewing pleasure. Included with your rental of Gulf Swells & Sea Shells: \- One 4-seat golf cart \- Newly remodeled Kitchen \- Bedding and linens \- Bath and Beach towels \- Beach cart, and 4 chairs \- Garbage bags \- Iron and ironing board \- A basic supply of Shampoo, toilet and facial tissues \- Paper towels \- Soap (hand, kitchen, dishwasher, and laundry) \-Gas Grill \-Pinball machine accepts quarters and dollar bills \-Ping Pong Table \-Corn Hole Not included with your rental: \- Transportation to and from the airport \- Water taxi to and from North Captiva Island \- Food, beverages, seasonings, storage bags, shampoo, and body soap Due to local wildlife ordinances we ask that you turn off exterior lighting at night when not in use outdoors. For this reason and for your security we have placed 7 exterior blink cameras outside the home. They are motion activated and located above the front steps to cover property entrance and golf cart, one located on the NE upper corner of the front porch to cover front door, porch steps and porch entry, up high attached to fascia on the south east corner of the home covers east side of property, water tanks and ac units, one located under the house by facing SW to cover storage area, Garage and utilities under the home and 3 cameras located on the roof fascia points facing the NE section of the lot the NW sections of the lot and the SW sections of the lot. No cameras are pointed directly into the pool. There are no cameras located inside the home. Cameras are for your security. Please note patio doors in the master bedroom to the exterior decks are locked for guest safety. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Hot tub - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles - Boat - Heated pool - Kayak - Table tennis - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Unit size: 2,560 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114500000/114491400/114491379/eec10ad7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### “BEACHFRONT” LUXURY ISLAND HOME. 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North Captiva - Ocean view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 9.8 Exceptional 71 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=33495885&PinnedHotelID=33495885&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 28 ### Check-out Check-out before 9:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules Must be licensed driver 16 years or older to operate golf cart. No exceptions. No student or spring break groups allowed. No Multi house rentals. Please shake or rinse shoes & sandals outside/downstairs and leave at doorway before entering house. NO PETS NO PARTIES, 10 guest Maximum on premises Pinball machine is $1.00 per play. Machine accepts quarters and $1.00 bills. No Refunds. If machine malfunctions turn power off or unplug ### Pets Pets not 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 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ### We should mention A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property At the Beach Private Home Great Location gulf Views Golf Cart!!! ## About the area Located on the beach, this vacation home is in North Captiva, a neighborhood in Captiva. McCarthy's Marina and Jensen’s Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore North Captiva Island Beach and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Captiva travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Captiva.dx86452) [View more Vacation homes in Captiva](https://www.expedia.ca/Captiva-Private-Vacation-Homes.d86452-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C26.59712%2C-82.22341&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=au8KNoRf-6qppTHbqbH6W2_tcKw=) Captiva, FL ### What's nearby - North Captiva Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km ### Restaurants - ‪Mangos - ‬8 min walk - The Green Flash Waterfront Restaurant - Starbucks - Mainstay North Captiva & Barnacles Bar - Tarpon Lodge & Restaurant ## Frequently asked questions ### Does EXCLUSIVE AT THE BEACH: Private Pool, Golf Cart, Avail Book Now!! have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is EXCLUSIVE AT THE BEACH: Private Pool, Golf Cart, Avail Book Now!! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at EXCLUSIVE AT THE BEACH: Private Pool, Golf Cart, Avail Book Now!!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at EXCLUSIVE AT THE BEACH: Private Pool, Golf Cart, Avail Book Now!!? > Check-out is at 9:00 AM. ### Where is EXCLUSIVE AT THE BEACH: Private Pool, Golf Cart, Avail Book Now!! located? > Nestled on the beach, this North Captiva vacation home is steps from North Captiva Island Beach. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## EXCLUSIVE AT THE BEACH: Private Pool, Golf Cart, Avail Book Now!! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 28 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amber R. May 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a wonderful property! Each year we travel as a family . North Captiva for 2 years now and first time at this property. House is lovely and well maintained. Great location, very close to beach which is always a must for us. ##### Amber R. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jackie F. Jul 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Island Paradise Gulf Swells & Sea Shells ##### Jackie F. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### angie w. Sep 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous getaway Paul the owner coujd not have been more helpful and the house was perfect for our families. Loved how close it was to the beach and love the remoteness of the island. ##### angie w. Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara H. Apr 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We had an amazing time at Gulf Swells and Sea shells. This place was perfect for our family and 4 small children. There’s nothing bad I can say about it.. We really would love to return next year ##### Barbara H. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dayna K. Jul 31, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Total reset Vacation This property was complete Heaven 🏝 Beach is very Shelly bring aqua shoes!! Absolutely perfect 8 days 🏝🏝 ##### Dayna K. Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica M. Apr 28, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Vacation! This is a beautiful property. It was great for all ages in our group. The owners and property management company were awesome. This was our first visit to North Captiva Island but we will be back. Thank you so much for making our vacation so amazing! ##### Jessica M. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian D., Melbourne, FL May 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible home! Clean, beautiful, and perfect location! Thank you! We will be back soon! ##### Brian D. Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chet M. Jul 13, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gulf Swells and Sea Shells Great location and just a short walk to the beach. Plenty of space and very relaxing for everyone. We had a great time and will likely head back at some point. I personally loved how you could catch Snook from the beach right in front of the house:) ##### Chet M. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike G. Aug 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Best Everything about this vacation was perfect. The house was spectacular and if you want a true escape, North Captiva is the perfect spot. The ultimate place to spend time with family with zero distractions. The boat ride and transportation on the island were perfect. We will return. ##### Mike G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LeAnna H. Jul 16, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Island Getaway The property was what we expected and more! It was perfect for our group of eight. I especially appreciated the ample amount of bath towels, beach towels and other beach and house necessities that are not otherwise available on the island. Both the homeowner and Tortuga Properties made communication and our stay easy and enjoyable. ##### LeAnna H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly G. Nov 27, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dreamy Island Vacation This was our first time traveling to North Captiva. It was such a beautiful house. We appreciated how clean and new the house was. All of our family was able to have their own bedroom and bathroom as well. We plan on returning again soon. You will LOVE this home. ##### Kelly G. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annie E. Mar 22, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Trip We had a wonderful time! The property is exactly as expected. Super clean and plenty of space for our 10 family members. The location to the beach was perfect. We did lots of research before selecting this property and so glad we did! Everyone was pleasant to work with and our vacation was filled with memories. We will be back! ##### Annie E. Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelsey-Tami V. Jul 4, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely amazing! You will love this property! We had high expectations and the property exceeded our expectations! The location was excellent (just a short walk to the beach) with gorgeous views of the beach and evening sunsets. The house layout was perfect with a large open floorpan on the second floor that our family really enjoyed. Each bedroom had its own bathroom and the beds were all very comfortable. Our 5 kids really loved the pool, hammock, and screened in back porches! We wish we could live there year around! ##### Kelsey-Tami V. Stayed 7 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah W. Feb 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent place for an extended family! Excellent place for a party of 10! We had two families with kids ranging in age from 3-13 and two grandparents. My dad has mobility issues so he enjoyed the beach view from the deck and the short walk to the beach. The pool was great for the kids. The house was clean and roomy. The owners were very accessible by phone and got back to us immediately with questions we had. I have stayed in many places around the country and this house and location has been my favorite! ##### Sarah W. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Valerie G. Jun 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Vacation Gulf Swells and Seashells is a beautiful house close to the beach. It was very clean and we were so comfortable there. The Tortuga Properties people were responsive and did their best to make our stay relaxing and care free. The island is obviously not back to normal after hurricane Ian but they are getting there. We were a little confused as to what kind of places were available to eat at and luckily we were prepared to fix our own meals. The grocery delivery service made that very easy for us. We had a great, relaxing trip and enjoyed visiting North Captiva. ##### Valerie G. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy L. Feb 23, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gulf Swells and Seashells is Perfect in Every Way! If you are going to North Captiva Island, I highly recommend staying at Gulf Swells and Seashells! This home is newly renovated, nicely decorated and includes so many amenities! It’s a perfect size and layout and accommodated all seven of us very comfortably and within a minute walk to the beach. Our stay included everything from the comfy beds, the heated pool, a minute walk to the beach, it’s own golf cart, beach towels, washer and dryer, and even a pinball machine! The owners didn’t leave anything out and really thought of every little detail which made our stay so comfortable and enjoyable! Thank you Paul and Cindy for being so gracious and providing such a wonderful home away from home for us to enjoy. And thank you for having Laurie and Duncan from Tortuga there to take such great care of us! I didn’t want to leave and can’t wait to come back! ##### Sandy L. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tammy G. Oct 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious beautiful home with well appointed kitchen This home is spacious, beautifully decorated and perfect for a large family. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare meals. The pool, pool table, hammock, golf cart and other amenities make rest and relaxation a breeze. The home is a short walk to a private gated beach entrance. All this said, families should be aware the island was ravaged by a hurricane a year ago, and may houses are uninhabitable or under construction. Debris and construction supplies border many of the roads. We lost power for 8 hours one day, and we were told it was related to construction in the area. You should also be prepared to cook most, if not all, meals. Only 2 restaurants are open in the island, and 1 of those only on Saturday/Sunday. Highly suggest the Over the Waterfront restaurant. We were primarily there for the beach, so it worked great for us, but if the beauty of the overall island is important to you, be advised. ##### Tammy G. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica L. Feb 23, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Vacation The house was absolutely perfect for our multi-generational family vacation. Everything was so clean and all of the rooms were comfortable. The beach is right out the front door and my husband loved the fishing. There was so much natural beauty- our kids loved finding shells, spotting birds and identifying fish. The owners had some pamphlets that they used to identify each one in the evening. My dad loved using the golf cart to explore with his grand kids! The owners were very nice and helped us navigate the logistics of traveling to the island by boat and securing all of our groceries. It was intimidating at first but once we got there it was so nice to not be running to the grocery store each day! We were really able to focus on our family time. We enjoyed kayaking and golf cart rides to get ice cream! The pools both at the house and the Island Club were a great addition. I loved exploring the trails in the nature preserve. We saw tortoises, manatees, dolphins, bonnet sharks and a ray! We rented a boat for a couple days and explored some nearby islands- we would highly recommend an excursion to Cabbage Key. Be prepared to pay “Island prices” for any dining out you do- but it’s worth the treat every once in a while. We used the property management company to deliver fresh seafood one night and that was great! Next time we will probably do that more than once. We will definitely be back! ##### Jessica L. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katharine G. Jul 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfectly lovely, very well organized ##### Katharine G. Stayed 8 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Rental for Large Families in an Ideal Location Communication with owner was top-notch. We stayed at this rental property the end 2024 and beginning of 2025, and it was the perfect fit for our family of nine. The spacious layout provided plenty of room for everyone to relax without feeling cramped. The multiple bedrooms and bathrooms were a huge bonus, making it easy for the kids to have their space.The location was unbeatable—just a short walk from a stunning beach. We loved starting our mornings with beach strolls and ending the day watching the sunset. The convenience of being so close to the water made our vacation even more relaxing and enjoyable.We highly recommend this vacation property!! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori P., Rogers, AR Mar 26, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful We had a wonderful time in this wonderful house! Tortuga manager and staff were very accommodating. We loved our stay at Gulf Swells and Sea Shells ##### Lori P. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue S. Feb 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Will be back! Property beautiful as described. Island experience was amazing. Property manager leaves a lot to be desired. Very unresponsive. Will be back to North Captiva for sure, just maybe not with Tortuga Properties. ##### Sue S. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### keri S. Nov 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfection We can't say enough about this property and it's location. It was a perfect getaway for a surprise 80th birthday party. Plenty of space, beautiful views and perfect for dinner parties. The family of Osprey's kept us entertained day and night. The peacefulness provided for a great getaway. ##### keri S. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rainy K. Aug 20, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful experience Everything was great—a wonderful experience. Very clean, very bright, very close to beach with golf cart… great overall everything. ##### Rainy K. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### aimee h., Fort Lauderdale May 24, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Property We loved the sky lights and space in this house. Great views, very beautiful spot. ##### aimee h. 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