Captiva Island is undoubtedly a tropical paradise. It is known for its awe-inspiring ocean views, crystal clear waters, and a variety of restaurants. You can enjoy live music at the restaurants almost every other night while you are here. If you love adventure, you can go biking and sailing, or indulge in some water activities, such as parasailing, snorkeling, or scuba diving.
The place is not only beautiful, but it also has a relaxing vibe. That makes it an excellent choice to visit for a vacation. Luckily, the area boasts an array of beachfront accommodations that provide you with stunning views and modern facilities to make your stay worthwhile. Check out the top beachfront rentals on Captiva Island, Florida.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status. recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 08, 2024.
1. Modern condo with private beach access (from USD 350)
This one-bedroom unit offers breathtaking views on top of private beach access. It has modern amenities, including a pullout bed, a washer/dryer, and an outdoor deck with seating. Beach amenities and a four-seater golf car are also provided, giving you access to local dining options, such as Mucky Duck, Bubble Room, Doc Fords, and Green Flash.
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the host provides a secured wifi network (the resort's wifi is unsecured)amenities are great with pools right outside your unit and access to bikes and golf cartthe mattress and sheets were extremely comfortable and it was great to have the full kitchenthe pools and beach are conveniently close and easy to accesspool area was amazing watching the osprey fly aroundCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablethis is an excellent condo it is very clean and modernvery clean perfect locationthis apartment was clean and everything as expectedthe condo is modern and super cleanHost:
fantastic place and fantastic hostmarcus was responsive to any questions we had about the unit and the areaexcellent upgraded beachfront property with a great hostthe owner is great to work with and very prompt in responding i would highly recommend staying herecommunication excellent with the owner throughout the tripRead more reviewsLocation:
this condo is in a good locationgreat place amazing location as well close to the beachthis was a great location on the islandbeautiful place and perfect location everything was perfectthe location is perfect for pool or beach access
2. Sunset Dreams (from USD 749)
Stay at this luxurious three-bedroom townhouse for eight. It has spacious halls, cathedral ceilings, granite countertops, and a fully equipped kitchen. Other amenities include five TVs, four DVD players, and high-speed internet access. There is also a spacious outdoor patio from where you can enjoy a 180-degree view of stunning sunsets at the gulf and take joy in the ocean breeze. The beach is only steps away from the property. You also have access to a shared pool with spa.
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the kitchen was extremely well stocked with anything you might needthe house was just as fabulous as it looked online - but even more comfortable to live inCleanliness:
everything was clean and very well maintainedHost:
the place definitely lives up to its pictures and the owners could not have been more kindthe owner was quick to respond and helpful when we were deciding where to stayour host dan was gracious and helpful from the beginning of our stay and throughoutRead more reviewsLocation:
round trip it's about a minute walk again a perfect settingit is well located and easy to get to restaurants and shopsthis property and the location are both absolutely amazing the house is so spacious and decorated so beautifullyi have never seen such a beautiful tropical paradise as captiva in any other florida locationthe places we like to eat were the keylime bistro and the madhatter
3. Beachfront cottage for six (from USD 1148)
Book this perfect stay for your holiday. This cottage is exquisitely built with antique pine floors, indoor and outdoor seating areas, and utility rooms. It has a spacious living hall and an open kitchen. Meals can be enjoyed in indoor or outdoor dining areas. There is a reading corner with a window seat to sit back and enjoy a book. You can also find a tub, indoor and outdoor showers in the master bedroom. It has a separate laundry room, too.
There are several screened porches with seating and outdoor dining. In the backyard, you’ll a second cottage with an outdoor shower and a path that leads directly to the crystal clear beach. The property is located at the end of Captiva Drive in a calm area. Starbucks is a quick walk from the rental.
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The owners have thought of every detail to make your stay as comfortable as possibleand it was awesome to have high end pots/pans for cooking (same stuff i have at home)terry robes high-end beach loungers and chairsIt is owned by the same familyThis spacious yet classic Florida cracker-style cottage is situated next to an undeveloped piece of land providing quiet and privacy Plenty of indoor and outdoor living space with upscale yet casu...Cleanliness:
The cottage (and guest cottage) are stunningThe beds are so awesome along with the bathroomsHost:
Beach Daisy's property manager is uber helpful and friendly and made sure we checked in with ease Upon arrival to Beach DaisyWe were also provided with a first aid kit which we utilized Unlike most vacation rental homes that are doused with Fabreze to nauseating levelsSusie is a graciously warm and accommodating hostess offering up her little slice of heaven on CaptivaThere's an abundance of high quality cooking & baking ware along with herbs and spices and a selection of morning teas Induction stove made cooking much easierWe decided not to try Missed out on an adventureRead more reviewsLocation:
(Captiva Provision Company) and walking distance to the main street of shops and restaurants on Andy RosseThe main strip/downtown of captiva is probably two streets awayAll the restaurants and activities in Captiva are easy to get to on the golf cartIt's a short walk to Starbucks and shopsThe house is also an easy walking distance (or even easier golf cart ride) from a little shopping plaza across from South Seas that has a Starbucks and a high-end market
4. One-bedroom condo with tennis courts (from USD 201)
Enjoy a comfortable stay with private beach access at this one-bedroom condo. It features a flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, and direct beach views from the porch. You also have access to two tennis courts, beach chairs, beach towels, and beach toys. Other facilities include three heated pools, poolside gas grills, and an eating area. Golf carts can be rented during your stay.
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great view of the pool and the gulfeverything was wonderful the villa was exactly as pictured the pool/beach view was awesomegreat view of the pool the ocean and the sunset from this condoHost:
check in was a breeze and the owner was easy to work withmet great friendly people from all different states at the poolRead more reviewsLocation:
we loved the location of propertythe location of the property was perfectperfect location beautiful beach condo was wonderful had everything we neededquick walk to beautiful beach to watch birds dolphins and sunsetsthe location was great but the property needs an update and better cleaning
5. Two-bedroom condo for eight (from USD 659)
Enjoy access to the three pools, lounge chairs, three barbeque areas, and a tennis court while you stay at this property. It is a two-bedroom condo on the top two floors of South Seas Resort. Enjoy a quiet and scenic view of the gulf from the house. You can also avail the of beach accessories like chairs, towels, and a cooler for a visit to the beach from the property.
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great ocean view and easy access to pools and beachgreat location and view from balcony and living roomCleanliness:
clean and as advertisedgreat location clean everything worked no real issues very much enjoyed the stay overall and would recommendRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectgreat location and beautiful beachour condo was in a perfect location
6. One-bedroom condo in a resort (from USD 175)
The one-bedroom condo in South Seas Resort is an ideal vacation home if you love to stay by the sea. It is only a stroll away from the beach and within walking distance of shops, cafes, and restaurants. The house has a fully functional kitchen with granite countertops. The building has an elevator. While you are here, you can also utilize the three pools inside the resort.
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comfortable sleeping arrangements and plenty of amenities within the condo to make our stay very pleasantshould replace tv's with smart tv'sCleanliness:
clean sheets clean kitchen lots of beach and nothing between us and the beachthe kitchen is well equipped and unit is very cleangreat location unit was clean and comfortablethe unit was nicely arranged well-stocked and cleanHost:
owner is incredibly responsive and attentivethe owner was very responsive often returning emails within the hour (if not within minutes)Read more reviewsLocation:
excellent location and close to everything we wantedthe location was ideal for getting to all attractions restaurants and storesthis is a nice property in a great locationgreat location easy access and communication with ownerdoc ford’s was a 3 minute walk which was was nice
7. Professionally decorated two-bedroom condo (from USD 269)
Book a two-bedroom stay next to the beach. This condo unit boasts Tommy Bahama furnishings, custom-made granite countertops and wood cabinets in the kitchen and the bathroom, and other modern facilities. A group of six can comfortably stay in this rental.
You can also enjoy the tennis courts, heated pools, and the gas grills on the property during your stay. Beach chairs and accessories are also provided. If you wish to go around the property, you may also rent a golf cart.
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we enjoyed our stay the amenities were great and there was plenty of room for four adultsgreat location air conditioning would not go below 72 and the ceiling could use some paintbeautiful well appointed unit with fabulous water view close to beach and poolCleanliness:
nice clean property with everything you need for a nice getawayRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectnice pool and a short walk to beachvery clean great location plenty of kitchen pans bowls and utensils
8. Condo with a private lanai (from USD 312)
Stay at South Seas Resort in this one-bedroom condo. It has a king-sized bed and a convertible queen-sized sofa bed. The kitchen is fully stocked. The rental also boasts a private lanai from where you can enjoy a view of the beach and the Gulf of Mexico.
With its proximity to the beach, several accessories are provided, such as towels, umbrellas, and chairs. On the resort, you can access the pools and barbecue grills.
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great views of the gulf and pool and walkable to everything in captivaCleanliness:
clean and well maintained groundsvery clean well supplied comfortable bed lots of towelsvery comfortable place extremely cleanextremely clean excellent communication with the owner & a perfect locationthe unit was clean and well locatedHost:
the owner was responsive and helpfulelizabeth the owner was great to communicate with before and during rentalvery attentive owner with great communication and informationRead more reviewsLocation:
location was amazingclose to dining and shops right on the beautiful beach of captivamy husband and i stayed here to celebrate our anniversary and the location of this property is incrediblebeach access is a 5 minute easy walk as well as to nearby restaurants and shopscaptiva is my happy place and we were delighted to find a new place to enjoy it
9. Spacious condo by the ocean (from USD 148)
Spend a holiday at this spacious condo beside the beach. It is a one-bedroom unit with three beds and two bathrooms that can accommodate up to six guests. The rental boasts a private screened lanai with stunning views of the Roosevelt Channel and Pine Island. Other amenities include a TV, Wi-Fi, a well-equipped kitchen, and a sleeper sofa.
On the property, you’ll find a shared pool and hot tub. The beach is within walking distance. You may also rent a golf cart and visit the nearby restaurants and shops while you are here.
Top guest reviews
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nice resort nice views from the apartment clean and well decorated but short in closet space for 6 peoplethe beds were also comfortableterrific kitchen stuff provided for cooking and eatingCleanliness:
was sparkling clean and definitely would come againthis is a beautiful sparking clean and pretty villanice place pretty clean and nice locationryan’s place is absolutely gorgeous the place is super clean and stunning viewsbeautiful location very clean - lovely getawayRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing place and amazing locationgood location close to great restaurants and shopsthe location is awesome with an amazing view and close to beach restaurant's etcpool is great walk to the beach it’s perfectit was a great stay location was perfect and the place was wonderful
Enjoy beachfront accommodations in Captiva Island
A view of the ocean is the most soothing sight one can have from a vacation home. The above rentals are ideally designed to provide a great experience, so go ahead book your favorite property right now.
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