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Highlights
Even better in person
Guests say this property exceeds expectations.
On the beach
A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
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Near Captiva Beach
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
On beach
Heated pool
Spa pool on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Laundry room
Explore the area
Captiva, FL
Alison Hagerup Beach Park
Place, Alison Hagerup Beach Park
2 min walk
Captiva Beach
Place, Captiva Beach
17 min walk
Jensen’s Marina
Place, Jensen’s Marina
17 min walk
Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
Airport, Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
101 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Guest Bedroom
2 Single Beds
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
⚓️South Seas Serenity Coastal Luxury Beach Condo⚓️
Welcome to South Seas Serenity, a newly remodeled modern luxury condo nestled in the heart of Captiva Island, a premier Southwest Florida destination. Perfect for guests who seek luxury, location, space, and an effortless island experience, South Seas Serenity was created to go far beyond the typical vacation rental.
There are vacation rentals, and then there is South Seas Serenity.
We set ourselves apart by creating a 5-star luxury experience while preserving the privacy, space, and quaint charm of a privately owned Captiva residence. From designer interiors and luxury bedding to thoughtful beach amenities, Gulf-front sunsets, and attentive local service, every detail has been carefully considered.
We are local owners who live just off the island and personally visit and inspect the condo regularly. We take tremendous pride in keeping South Seas Serenity meticulously maintained and beautifully presented.
Once you book, our exceptional local management company, Glass Casa, is there to take care of your every need. From pre-arrival questions and recommendations to anything you may need during your stay, their attentive local team helps make your vacation as effortless as possible and is available 24/7 for emergencies.
Gulf-Front Living, Captiva Sunsets & the Beach Just Steps Away
The condo is situated directly on the Gulf side of Captiva, offering beautiful Gulf-front views and a front-row seat to the spectacular sunsets for which Captiva is famous.
South Seas Serenity is located within the only full-ownership condominium residences directly on the beach at South Seas, offering our guests the rare combination of a privately owned luxury residence, an exceptional beachfront setting, and the freedom to experience Captiva at their own pace.
Step onto your private balcony overlooking the Gulf with your morning coffee, relax in the coastal breeze during the afternoon, and return in the evening with your favorite cocktail or glass of wine as the sky transforms during one of Captiva’s unforgettable sunsets.
A short boardwalk leads directly from the condos to the beautiful white-sand Gulf beach. There is no loading up the car, searching for parking, or turning a beach day into an excursion. Walk down for an early morning stroll, return to the condo for lunch, head back to the sand for the afternoon, and finish the day watching sunset over the Gulf.
The heated pool is located directly in front of the condos, making it wonderfully convenient to move between your residence, the pool, and the beach throughout the day.
And that is what makes this location so special: Gulf-front views, extraordinary sunsets, a short boardwalk to the beach, a heated pool directly in front of the condos, and all the restaurants, shops, and charm of Captiva within an easy walk or golf cart ride. You can park the car, slow down, and truly embrace island life.
Walk to Starbucks, The Shops at South Seas & Captiva Village
One of the things our guests love most about South Seas Serenity is its incredible walkability and central Captiva location.
The Shops at South Seas and Starbucks are less than 1,000 feet from the condo — an easy 5-minute walk.
At The Shops at South Seas, you’ll find island and resort favorites including J.McLaughlin, Lilly Pulitzer, Everything But Water, and Outfitters, offering resort wear, swimwear, beach essentials, gifts, and island accessories.
Provisions is perfect for groceries, prepared foods, breakfast and lunch items, snacks, and vacation necessities, while South Seas Spirits offers wine, beer, spirits, and mixers.
Continue just a few more minutes and you’re in the heart of Captiva Village, approximately a 10-minute walk from the condo.
Enjoy local favorites including RC Otter’s Island Eats, The Green Flash, Captiva Pizza, Keylime Bistro, Cantina Captiva, The Bubble Room, and Sunshine Seafood Cafe and Wine Bar.
The Village is also ideal for a leisurely afternoon of island shopping, coffee, or ice cream. Explore favorites such as The Island Store, Boop’s Ice Cream Parlor & Café, The Gold Parrot, Barracudas, and the Beach Store.
Explore Captiva by Golf Cart
For guests who want to explore even more of the island, our Club Car Onward 6-passenger golf cart may also be available to rent during your stay, based on availability.
Venture farther down the island to The Shipyard for casual coastal dining, enjoy a more elevated evening at the reimagined Crow’s Nest Steakhouse, or visit Old Captiva House — my personal favorite.
For a quintessential Captiva adventure, I also highly recommend taking a Captiva Cruises boat trip to Cabbage Key. Enjoy the beautiful boat ride, soak in the Old Florida atmosphere, and stop at the legendary Cabbage Key Inn for its famous cheeseburger.
Professionally Designed & Completely Remodeled
Stylish, serene, sophisticated, and inviting, South Seas Serenity was professionally designed to create a luxurious coastal retreat that still feels warm and comfortable.
The condo features furnishings and décor from names such as Serena & Lily, One Kings Lane, Williams Sonoma, Restoration Hardware, Pottery Barn, and Ballard Designs, just to name a few.
Virtually everything in the condo has been completely redone, including the kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, custom woodwork, hurricane-impact windows and sliding doors, lighting, furnishings, bedding, and mattresses.
South Seas Serenity is also a highly sought-after end unit, offering additional windows and abundant natural light. The open, airy layout, mirrors, soft coastal finishes, and light furnishings allow the Florida sunshine to fill the residence while showcasing the beautiful Gulf setting.
Sleep in 5-Star Comfort
We believe a true 5-star vacation experience should include an exceptional night’s sleep, so we paid particular attention to the mattresses, linens, bedding, pillows, and overall sleeping environment.
The ensuite primary bedroom offers the ultimate in comfort with a high-end Tempur-Pedic cooling mattress, plush mattress pad, luxury linens, a silk-filled duvet, and triple-sheeted bedding for exceptional comfort and cleanliness.
The guest bedroom receives the same attention to detail with two Tempur-Pedic Twin XL mattresses, luxury bedding, and triple-sheeted beds.
We also provide a variety of luxury pillows and fans in every room, allowing you to create the sleeping environment that feels best for you.
During Florida’s warmer months, our top-of-the-line Trane Hyperion air-conditioning system keeps the condo cool and comfortable.
A Beautifully Equipped Kitchen
For guests who love to cook, the full kitchen is beautifully outfitted with stainless-steel appliances, gorgeous finishes, quartz countertops, and everything you need to prepare meals throughout your stay.
Coffee lovers have options too. We provide both a Keurig and a traditional coffee maker, so everyone can prepare their coffee just the way they like it.
Dining options include a dining table for six, kitchen island seating, and outdoor seating, giving everyone space to gather and enjoy meals together.
Relax, Stream & Unwind
After a day on the beach, settle into the designer plush sleeper sofa, complete with a Tempur-Pedic topper, for movie night or to watch the big game on the impressive 65-inch Samsung 4K Smart TV.
Beach, Heated Pool, Tennis & Pickleball
One of the luxuries of South Seas Serenity is how effortless a beach day can be.
The white-sand Gulf beach is just a short boardwalk from the condos, while the heated pool is conveniently located directly in front of the residences.
Guests can also enjoy nearby tennis and pickleball courts, perfect for a little friendly competition before heading back to the beach.
We want your beach days to be as easy as possible, so the condo is thoughtfully stocked with a lightweight umbrella, four backpack-style beach chairs, a small folding beach table, and six beach towels.
Spa-Inspired Bathrooms
Both bathrooms have been completely remodeled and feature beautiful quartz surfaces, designer polished-nickel fixtures, and custom woodwork.
Fresh, elegant, and beautifully finished, they provide the perfect place to refresh after a long day of sun, sand, and saltwater.
Important Information About South Seas Resort Amenities
Please note that South Seas Serenity is privately owned and managed and is independent of the South Seas resort/hotel operation.
Certain resort-exclusive amenities — including the main resort pool with waterslides, private golf course, hotel marina and dock, reserved resort beach chairs, and certain hotel-operated amenities — are reserved for registered resort guests and are not included with this privately managed condo rental.
However, South Seas Serenity offers an abundance of exceptional amenities of its own.
Our guests enjoy the heated pool directly in front of the condos, nearby tennis and pickleball courts, the Gulf beach just a short boardwalk away, beautiful Gulf-front sunset views, and the convenience of being able to walk to The Shops at South Seas, Starbucks, Captiva Village, restaurants, shopping, and more.
For guests who value privacy, space, beachfront living, walkability, and the freedom of a privately owned luxury residence, South Seas Serenity offers an exceptional way to experience Captiva.
When You Book South Seas Serenity, Expect to Be Pampered
This is where we believe the details make the difference.
You can expect cozy robes, hotel-grade bath amenities, luxury hotel-quality linens, triple-sheeted beds, premium Tempur-Pedic mattresses, thoughtfully stocked beach gear, designer furnishings, meticulously maintained interiors, and attentive local service.
We want you to walk through the door and immediately feel that you chose someplace special.
Book South Seas Serenity and start planning the vacation you’ve been dreaming about.
All you have to do is show up, relax, and enjoy the serenity.
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Travelers will be fined if they smoke on the patio
Due to the high end luxury furnishings the condo is not suitable for children ages 12 or younger. Parties are also not allowed in the unit.
Smoking is not allowed in the unit or on the patio.
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Property # 1244809vb
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Captiva
Located in Captiva, this condo is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bowman's Beach and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Dunes Golf and Tennis Club, or consider a night out at Rumrunners. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
Captiva, FL
What's nearby
Alison Hagerup Beach Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
McCarthy's Marina - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Captiva Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Jensen’s Marina - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Captiva Chapel By the Sea - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 65 min drive
Restaurants
The Mucky Duck - 17 min walk
Mainstay North Captiva & Barnacles Bar
The Green Flash Waterfront Restaurant - 3 min drive
The Bubble Room - 11 min walk
Starbucks - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does ⚓️South Seas Serenity Coastal Luxury Beach Condo⚓️ have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at ⚓️South Seas Serenity Coastal Luxury Beach Condo⚓️?
As of 20 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ⚓️South Seas Serenity Coastal Luxury Beach Condo⚓️ on 20 November 2026 start from NZ$9,863, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is ⚓️South Seas Serenity Coastal Luxury Beach Condo⚓️ pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at ⚓️South Seas Serenity Coastal Luxury Beach Condo⚓️?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at ⚓️South Seas Serenity Coastal Luxury Beach Condo⚓️?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at ⚓️South Seas Serenity Coastal Luxury Beach Condo⚓️?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is ⚓️South Seas Serenity Coastal Luxury Beach Condo⚓️ located?
Located in Captiva, this beachfront condo building is in the city centre and within a 15-minute walk of Alison Hagerup Beach Park, Captiva Beach and McCarthy's Marina. Jensen’s Marina and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
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We had such a wonderful time! The condo is beautiful and the view of the pool and beach is gorgeous! Communication with the owner and the management company was really great from start to finish. GREAT VACATION!
Would give 10 if we could! Villa is better than them the photos and description. Beach is beautiful. Beach chairs and umbrella top notch! Kitchen is outfitted with all that you need & Glass Casa is so easy to work with!! Cannot wait to go back!
The condo exceeded our expectations. Beach chairs, tables and chairs were a nice touch. Convenient to the beach, restaurants and boat cruises. Never left the island. Farmer’s markets in Captiva and Sanibel were great for fresh veggies, bread and cheese.
Great communication with owner and suggestions for restaurants. The location was awesome, so close to pool and beach. The condo is lovely, hope for another visit soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 March 2025
We’re so glad you had a relaxing time and enjoyed the area! It’s wonderful to hear that you were able to take full advantage of everything the location has to offer
This is just a wonderful place to stay. The unit is so convenient, close to the pool and a short walk to the beach. Everything is well maintained and nicely stocked. Good dining choices nearby and a beautiful property.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 January 2022
Thank you Christine! It was such a pleasure hosting you again this year! We look forward to hopefully having you next year! Third time is a charm!
Loved the property and ease of check-in. Location to restaurant on Captive was great
Would be awesome if could have had access to all the amenities on the property even if had to pay a little more .
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2022
Good Afternoon Lori,
Thank you for visiting South Seas Serenity! We enjoyed hosting you! It would be wonderful to have the hotel amenities without staying at the hotel but they only allow their guest to use their amenities. No privately owned condos have access to the resorts amenities.. Since it is within the same gates we do clarify this to all our guest so there is no confusion. We are glad you were able to enjoy the pool, beach, restaurants and activities all within walking distance.
Sunshine and Happiness,
The McGreevy Family
The apartment was comfortable and nicely decorated.
The view was of the swimming pool and the Gulf of Mexico in the distance, with spectacular sunsets.
The pictures and excellent reviews were right on!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Nancy Shea K.
14 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Beach Villa
Beach Villa was just as pictured. Location is perfect for sunsets and quick
walk to the beach and Andy Rosse Lane restaurants. Tommy Bahama beach chairs and umbrella were just what we needed to enjoy days on the beach reading band watching the dolphins and manatees swim by.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Thank you Nancy for the kind review!
It was such a pleasure hosting you and your family! We look forward to seeing you back next year or maybe even for your October trip if you decide to come!
Sunshine and Happiness,
The McGreevy Family
We have been to lovely Captiva many times and this was one of our most memorable visits! South Seas Serenity was absolutely perfect in every way - clean, beautiful, relaxing. The owners thought of every detail and it made our stay so enjoyable! The property is right on the beach and an easy walk to the heart of Captiva. It was truly perfect! Thank you, McGreavey family, for your lovely hospitality!
This was our first time using any app like Vrbo, and WOW! Our host, Holly, was amazing! She answered all of my questions within hours and provided us some great tips on places to eat and things to do! We are so grateful to Holly and HIGHLY recommend this condo! Steps from the beach, steps from the pool, and the condo is beautifully decorated. Thank you Holly for hosting us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2022
It was such a pleasure hosting you! We hope to see you back soon!
Sunshine and Happiness,
The McGreevy Family
We had a great time this past couple of weeks staying at Serenity Beach Villas. Our Host was super conscientious and always quick to
answer questions. The condo was beautifully decorated and maintained. Beds were very comfortable. Loved having so few people around. 3 Restaurants open in Captiva, from beachside to charming white tablecloth. to Mexican. A Happy Place in the Sun.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2023
It was such a pleasure hosting you! We will be forever grateful for you coming to support our islands at this time! I am so happy the island and South Seas Serenity brought you so much peace and serenity! We look forward to hopefully hosting you again!
Our family of four thoroughly enjoyed our vacation at the McGreevy condo on Captiva island. The condo was clean and modern with a fresh, airy aesthetic. The beds were very comfortable. The pool was close and the beach just a short walk down the path. There are lots of restaurants in the immediate area however they were very busy, due to the week being very one of the busiest of the year for people vacationing. Overall we had a super vacation and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this property.
This beautiful condo is even better than it appears in the photos. Overlooking the pool with a stunning direct view of the amazing Gulf sunsets, the condo is fully equipped and beautifully decorated. Captiva is cleaning up from the latest rounds of hurricanes, but it is obvious the island is on it's way to a full recovery. Ryan (Property Manager) and Holly (Owner) were quick to respond to glitches that occurred due to the clean up process. Highly recommend.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 March 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful stay. It was a pleasure having you as guests, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime
Everything was as advertised! The Villa felt brand new! It was spotless and had everything we needed. The beach was beautiful and we had manatee's swim within 10 ft of us in the water....incredible! Saw dolphins every day. We carted over to Starbucks every morning to enjoy a coffee in the sun and then headed to the beach. We took the owners recommendation and used the husband and wife team at YourSimpleVacation.com to have our beach set up with chairs, umbrella, beach table and cooler every day! Felt just like a resort stay!! Hit the Bubbleroom after its Grand Re-Opening and it was like old times! Can't say enough great things about our stay other than we will be going back!...highly recommend South Seas Serenity!
We stayed in Serenity Seas Resort Villa for 7 nights and rented the golf cart during mid June 2024.
We had a great time. The condo was perfection, the view was lovely, the beach was spectacular and the pool was perfect. We spent long days on the beach and at the pool, played pickel ball and did some local sight seeing.
The description of this condo is absolutely accurate as are the photos.
We rented the owners golf cart and this was fun. Made for fun little rides after dinner, quick trips to the local grocery store, easy parking if we didn't walk to dinner.
Please remember, this whole area is still recovering from Ian and when you see in images the devastation this event caused, you will want to support these local communities in recovery.
We give this place 5+ stars and would definitely return.
We had an amazing six nights stay over the July 4 weekend!The room was ready a tad early and check-in was super easy. We flew into Fort Myers and killed some time exploring, then grabbed groceries at Publix and drove to the property.The condo is up a few stairs to the first level and was very accessible to the pool and beach.The beach was busier on the holiday weekend, but otherwise there was plenty of space. The water was great, and the waves were awesome. The pool water was the perfect temperature and kept very clean.I very much enjoyed the amazing flora and fauna around the condos. The flowers were blooming and incredible, butterfly bushes were full of beautiful, colorful butterflies. Unfortunately, some no-see-ums around the foliage, I was glad we had bug spray, but otherwise on the beach this wasn’t an issue.The condo was as advertised, very clean and exceptionally maintained. Very beautifully decorated.We couldn’t be more happy with our choice and how comfortable this stay truly was. The hosts were very helpful providing a cooler for the beach and flashlights for nighttime walks. They were overly responsive to all of our needs, which we very much appreciated.
My husband and I stayed for 10 nights in this beautiful condo. Comfortable bed, stocked kitchen, comfy living room furniture, it met all our needs. It has been updated and the decor is very tasteful. Seaside beach feel for sure! The balcony has a wonderful view of the gulf and it made our morning coffee time relaxing and peaceful. Beach chairs and an umbrella are provided by the owners.
The downside was Ian. The hurricane destroyed a lot of the area and most of the amenities were not available to us. But that did not stop us from enjoying this condo. The condo is located in a complex in the South Seas Resort. The Resort is not open to the public yet, so it made our stay really quiet, not a lot of other people. The beach was pretty much ours, it was surreal but nice. 😀
The owner Holly was a gem to work with. Everything that Holly could control was 5 star! Perfect condo, perfect location and ease of renting, all top notch.
There were a few restaurants open and we did eat at Doc Fords and Timbers. Both located on Sanibel. We ate at the Cantina Food truck and the Island Store had groceries. These were within walking distance. We did the Captiva Cruise to Cabbage Key and that was a lot of fun.
We will return to this condo in the future and look forward to seeing Sanibel/Captiva get back on track!
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2023
Thank you for tbe kind review Cindy! We really appreciate you being ao kind, patient and supportive during this recovery process! We look forward to welcoming you back when Captiva has fully healed and in it’s full beauty! Thank you for supporting our islands!
Newly remodeled unit was clean. Everything worked as expected. The two bathrooms were nice to have. View overlooking the pool and the gulf was great! It was fun having morning coffee on the screened in balcony and watching the iguanas come down from the tree tops. Parking was almost always available immediately in front of the unit. Choose this place and enjoy your stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
About the host
Hosted by HOLLY MCGREEVY
We have been coming to Captiva since we were children and wanted the same experience for our kiddos. After a major health scare we decided to proceed with our dream and purchased and completely remodeled our dream condo! We are excited to welcome you to our home away from home!
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests