[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Secluded Island Beach Home - Starcut Cottage Family-friendly vacation home in Captiva with a fitness center ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83460000/83458700/83458614/d17f5d13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83460000/83458700/83458614/da181675.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83460000/83458700/83458614/31df6614.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83460000/83458700/83458614/8cfc0e51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83460000/83458700/83458614/327ca76c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On the tranquil North Captiva Island, Starcut Cottage offers a serene retreat with an in-ground private pool, outdoor kitchen area, and outdoor bar. Unwind in the comfy living room sofa or screened-in porch and enjoy high-speed internet access throughout this spacious home. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Gym - Parking available - Washer - Pool - 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. ### Secluded Island Beach Home - Starcut Cottage Welcome to Starcut Cottage, our dream home on our favorite island. When we stayed in this home in the spring of 2022 we knew it was the home we had always wanted. When we had the opportunity to purchase it a few months later we knew we couldn't pass it up. ABOUT STARCUT COTTAGE: The beauty and seclusion of this barrier island will captivate your senses and restore your soul. It offers a slower paced vacation in a peaceful environment, perfect for getting a real break from the stress of daily life. Come make some everlasting memories at our well appointed vacation home fully equipped for comfortable living. This is a spacious newer, {2019}, open floor plan home with cathedral ceilings and 8 foot doorways. Enjoy a master suite with 1 king bed, a guest room with a king bed and a guest room with 2 full size beds. For our youngest guests we provide a pack'n play and a toddler bed. Inside you'll sink in to our comfy living room sofa or lay back to snooze on our screened in porch. Each area has been beautifully furnished with high quality furniture and each room has a smart tv. There is a professionally landscaped in-ground private pool, outdoor kitchen area and outdoor bar area. We offer high speed internet, two golf carts for your use and more! ABOUT THE ISLAND: The beauty and seclusion of this barrier island will captivate your senses and restore your soul. It offers a slower paced vacation in a peaceful environment, perfect for getting a real break from the stress of daily life. This peaceful and private island with long stretches of secluded beaches is accessed only by boat or small plane into a private airstrip. The island is approximately 4-miles long and a half-mile at its widest. A little more than half of the island is owned by the state of Florida and is managed as a preserve. This geo-park looks much the way it was 400 years ago–untouched by man. It is visited by hundreds of birds, some nesting on the shoreline. Protected birds like Plovers have been spotted nesting in this area. Other birds to be seen are American Bald Eagles, Osprey, Terns, of many varieties, Roseate Spoonbills, Wood Storks, Kingfishers, Black Oystercatchers, Skimmers, Brown Pelican, White Pelican, Great Blue Heron, and many more. You will be lured by the calm and privacy of extraordinary natural beauty. Spectacular sunrises and sunsets are yours for the taking. Secluded beaches invite shelling, swimming, fishing or just watching the manatees and dolphins play. Lush vegetation begs you to bicycle, walk, jog or golf car ride along the trails. North (Upper) Captiva is part of the Lee Island Coast barrier island chain in South West Florida. Nearby airports include RSW (Fort Myers, FL) and, our favorite, Punta Gorda. North Captiva Island makes you feel "off the grid" with just enough amenities to meet your family needs. There are 4 restaurants on the island from casual to elegant. There are no cars, paved roads, high rises or crowds on this tropical paradise. You will have a private golf cart to get around. WELCOME: Put your worries behind you on this island paradise. Our home is your home. We will provide you with instructions on how to make this vacation go smoothly with help with everything from booking your ferry booked to sourcing your groceries. Come see why we fell in love with this place and have come back year after year. HOW TO GET HERE: Travel to North Captiva should begin with checking on great flights to one of the major international airports nearby. SW Florida International (RSW) is a quiet and convenient airport to traverse. Mostly on One Level and very easy to access the parking areas, navigating it is truly a pleasure. Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) is now serviced by Allegiant and Frontier airlines, between these two providers, there is now a gateway for direct flights from many more cities and at value to boot. Tampa (TPA), Sarasota (SRQ ), and Fort Lauderdale (FLL) are a good distance away to the North or East but airfare deals often make it rewarding to travel up to 2 hours by car down to Pine Island. By Car: From the South or North of I-75 From I-75 (exit 143) or US 41, head west on Pine Island Rd. (State Road 78), then take a right on Stringfellow Rd. (State Road 767) in Pine Island Center. Three miles down, take a left on Pineland Road. This will turn into Waterfront Drive and you'll see the Marina on the left, nestled on the shores of Pine Island Sound. \*Important Information: When driving or taking the airport shuttle from Ft Myers International (RSW), allow approximately 1 hour drive time to The North Captiva to Pineland Marina, or to Four Winds Marina. If you are Grocery Shopping, please account for an additional 45 minutes and make sure you arrive at the Welcome Centers or Marinas at least 15 minutes before your scheduled water taxi departure. By Taxi: Rates are approximately $60 one-way and require a reservation by calling: \* Recommended: Pine Island Taxi (239) 283-7777 Sanibel-Captiva Airport Shuttle (800) 833-4473 By Uber: Uber drivers can pick you up at either major airport RSW or PGD. The drive time is about the same as the taxi company, but you may have a small amount more wait time if your driver is not at the airport waiting for you to arrive. You can estimate the fare for your trip to the marina with the Uber fare estimator below: https://www.uber.com/global/en/price-estimate/ UBER Fare Calculator (please use your ferry departure address to calculate) By Scheduled Ferry: Island Girl Charters at Pineland Marina (239) 633-8142 ADDRESS FOR GPS: 13921 Waterfront Drive Bokeelia,FL 33922 Scheduled Ferry to North Captiva Stops at: Safety Harbor Club & Mainstays and seasonally Cabbage Key (check for availability). \* Seasonally, boat times subject to change, please contact the ferry company for reservations and off-season scheduled times. Additional boat times are available in peak season at scheduled boat rates, private and later evening boats are available at an extra cost. ALL ferry boat times require a reservation and parking fee (if parking is needed). Private Captains, Water-Taxi: Captain Matias Barbero (800) 991-3259 and (239) 472-3230 Personal water taxi, scheduled to your exact arrival/departure needs. Call to Reserve. Boat Rentals, Guides, Excursions Jet Ski Rentals and Tours Bike Rentals, Kayak Rentals, Paddle Board Rentals \*Important Note about all ferries and water taxi arrangements: Please allow time for grocery stops well in advance of your scheduled water taxi ride. All of the captains serving North Captiva Island provide us a truly wonderful gateway to the island, we appreciate their continued excellent service. Please consider tipping your captain and crew. By your own private boat or rental boat: Safety Harbor lies South of Boca Grande and Useppa Island off of the Intra-coastal Waterway starting at Marker # 52. Set your compass bearings to 195 degrees from the Marker and it will take you right to "The Fish House." Enter Safety Harbor around the Peninsula and follow the Markers to Hidden Cove. Meet us at the Docks and you'll be "on island time." If bringing your boat on a trailer, contact Pineland Marina, Pineland FL (239) 283-3593 for Parking fees, Launch fees, and temporary dockage fees information. Other ferry and water taxi options: Just For Fun Passenger Boat (239)395-1001 ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No smoking anywhere on the premises ### Location highlights - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles - Gym - Heated pool - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector 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: 1,600 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57920000/57919000/57918977/da0f9203.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Property with Dock and 2 Minute Walk to the Beach North Captiva Island - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 53 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=57918977&PinnedHotelID=57918977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18762600/18762553/4948257b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Island Oasis/Hidden Beach House-Private pool North Captiva - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 77 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=18762553&PinnedHotelID=18762553&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53720000/53710200/53710197/9edf78ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hidden Treasure - near Beach-Pool- Basketball - Dock available - 10% off weekly! 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Misuse of golf cart or property will result in fines or eviction. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Toddler Bed in Guest Room ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No smoking anywhere on the premises ## 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector 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 recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b59fb4x ## About the area Located by the sea, this vacation home is in North Captiva, a neighborhood in Captiva. Barbara Sumwalt Useppa Island Historical Museum and Barbara Sumwalt Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Captiva Chapel By the Sea and Boca Grande Lighthouse Museum. 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%7C26.59570%2C-82.22053&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XvccPoRGGnmZVJVcj0UN51HlXVM=) Upper Captiva, FL ### What's nearby - North Captiva Island Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km ### Restaurants - ‪Mangos - ‬8 min walk - The Green Flash Waterfront Restaurant - Starbucks - Mainstay North Captiva & Barnacles Bar - The Shipyard ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Secluded Island Beach Home - Starcut Cottage have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Secluded Island Beach Home - Starcut Cottage pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Secluded Island Beach Home - Starcut Cottage? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Secluded Island Beach Home - Starcut Cottage? > Check-out is at 9:00 AM. ### Where is Secluded Island Beach Home - Starcut Cottage located? > Located in North Captiva, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from North Captiva Island Beach. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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