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Great Island Retreat- Walk to Beach and Pools

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Exterior
upstairs living area
Living area
Outdoor dining
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 7148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

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Captiva, FL
  • Place, North Captiva Island Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Key West Express
  • Place, Sanibel Island Southern Beach
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Great Island Retreat- Walk to Beach and Pools



PLEASE CONTACT US ABOUT DISCOUNTS FOR RENTALS GREATER THAN 14 DAYS.
ALSO FOR STAYS OF 4 DAYS MAXIMUM GUEST COUNT IS 6 PEOPLE PLUS $100 CHARGE FOR GOLF CART.
Spend a week on this idyllic Florida island accessible only by boat or ferry- no cars on the island, only golf carts. Free membership to Island Club Olympic sized pool(s), hot tub, free kayaks and bicycles, tennis courts, playground as well as a private deeded access beach all within walking distance from this island home. A short walk (5 minutes) or ride in your golf cart takes you to a private deeded access beach- or to the North Captiva Island Clubhouse facilities. We own the empty lot to our left which gives us a very private and quiet setting. The open floor plan allows the living room and kitchen to flow together – great for cooking and entertaining at the same time! A full wall of glass provides a bright living area and great exposure to the outside. Relax on the screened in porch while the hammock sways you to sleep. The Master and Queen bedrooms each have full private bathrooms and the twin and bunk room share a full bathroom. One additional half bath upstairs.Two bedrooms have TV's and cable access and WiFi is available in the home. An excellent value in this tropical paradise. (Do not purchase damage insurance through VRBO- you will be purchasing this through North Captiva Island Club- $59 for $3000/damage)
Also if you are a United Mileage Plus member book at- Vrbo/United and get 3x miles.





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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Bunk room is best for 2 kids.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You will receive information on ferry service and grocery recommendations with your Welcome Letter.

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Frequently asked questions

Does Great Island Retreat- Walk to Beach and Pools have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Island Retreat- Walk to Beach and Pools?

As of 5 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Island Retreat- Walk to Beach and Pools on 31 May 2026 start from NZ$789, 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 Great Island Retreat- Walk to Beach and Pools pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Great Island Retreat- Walk to Beach and Pools?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great Island Retreat- Walk to Beach and Pools?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Island Retreat- Walk to Beach and Pools?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great Island Retreat- Walk to Beach and Pools located?

Located in North Captiva, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from North Captiva Island Beach.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin S.

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

Great experience

The owner was very helpful as we prepared for our first visit to the island, and the house was just as advertised. We were looking for an unplugged, relaxing getaway and this home was the perfect fit. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2022
Thanks so much for highly recommending our property Dustin.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

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

Lovely property!

I highly recommend staying at this lovely island home. The home design is perfect, and the porch is beautiful. The slab floor of the porch decreases the mosquitos; therefore, you can enjoy sitting outside longer. The island itself is paradise. We love visiting every year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2022
Great! So glad that you had a great vacation and everything went smoothly.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison J.

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

Island paradise

This was the perfect getaway with COVID still hanging around. The house was very clean and all details about it were accurate.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

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

Isle Be There is a gem

We had plenty of room in this clean, well-furnished house. It is close to the beach and to the pool. The owner replied to all inquiries very quickly and had many helpful suggestions for us. If you want a true escape, this is the right choice!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Bob U.

Great family retreat

My family of six (including three teenagers) had a great time staying at Isle Be There. This was our second trip to North Cap, and I don't think it will be our last. The house was very clean and comfortable. Centrally located on the island so the kids could walk to the Club or beach. Only recommendation is to bring bottled water, as the tap water is somewhat unpalatable. Would very much recommend this house when traveling to North Captiva.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Thank you Bob! Though the water has a special filtration system in place and is perfectly safe to drink or use for cooking, I too prefer bottled water for drinking.
Verified

8/10 Good

Erica U.

Isle Be There

We had a wonderful week at the house! Everyone had a great time. The beach was amazing and it was nice to have the club close by. There were only two issues for us: the house next door kept their porch lights on all the time so it distracted our star gazing/sitting out on the porch and there were no umbrellas for the beach. The beach chairs were obviously appreciated, but it would have been nice to have an umbrella and we couldn't locate any to rent. This house was great for families and we highly recommend it! Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
HI- There is an umbrella (at least 1) in the twin room closet. I am sorry that you didn't see that in the Welcome Letter. They also sell some small beach umbrellas in the convenience store. Again, sorry that you were inconvenienced.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathie S.

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

Great vacation home with large screened deck and open sundeck!

We stayed in this home for a long girls weekend. The layout of the home was nice, with four bedrooms downstairs and the open living area upstairs. The layout was perfect. The golf cart makes for a 2 minute drive to the beach. We loved it! I would not call this ocean view, but it was easy to get to the ocean from the house. Our only negatives were that the carpets are a bit worn, the golf cart was a little fussy with charging and the master bedroom was less cool than the rest of the bedrooms. Overall a great home and location. Margie, the owner, was very responsive and accommodating!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Tyler V.

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

Fully Decompressed!

Wonderful home & location close to NCIC pool/bar/office at one end of Schooner Rd and beach access close to the other end. We enjoyed very minute on the amazing second floor screened-in porch complete with ceiling fans and the attached open-air deck. And great night’s sleep in the comfy & clean beds with ice-cold AC our last two nights when the humidity outside spiked. Wi-Fi coverage was not the best throughout the home. But then again that may be by design in such an amazing place! Many thanks to the wonderful host - Margie!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2022
Tyler -so glad you had a great stay and feel fully "decompressed!"
Verified

4/10 Poor

Richard K.

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

Not good

NCIC is still a train wreck. Showed up with no reservation, only one key for 5 people, and NO NO internet. We reached out to property owner and manager and never heard back from either. The house is fine but all else really sucked. When we wanted questions answered no one cared.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2022
Hi Richard, I’m disappointed to see this review and I’m sorry your stay with us did not meet your expectations; however, I would like to clarify a few things that you mentioned here. I checked all of my emails and texts (including spam) and do not see any correspondence from you during your stay. I certainly would have responded to you as soon as possible regarding any issues you were experiencing. Communication is a priority of mine (as I hope you can see from my other 99 reviews), so if I would have received any indication of a problem, please know I would have done everything possible to resolve it. Regarding the Island Club, I have reached out to the owner and they have assured me that any inconsistencies have been corrected including golf cart and key issues. I do understand the island is not suitable for the highest-speed internet connection — comes with the territory of being a remote island! While we have experienced this previously, there are a few quick solutions we can always try. In this case, simply unplugging and replugging the router to reboot the system would have solved the issue. Again, if I had heard from you that this was an issue, we could have talked through it and I’m positive we would have fixed this for you. I do hope you consider North Captiva for a future stay as it is an amazing, unique place to unwind.
Verified

8/10 Good

Dennis B.

Liked: Communication, location

mixed review

The island is beautiful! We loved the beaches and the absence of cars. However, our house was not as clean as we had hoped and needed some maintenance that was not reflected in the reviews or pictures. We found dirty dishes in the cabinets and the dishwasher didn't really work so we washed dishes all week. Check in was also rough as our luggage was temporarily lost in the ferry process and we didn't have a golf cart waiting for us. The property manager on the island was very responsive to our needs so that was good. We had a great week of family time overall once the initial hiccups were over. We have communicated these needs to the property owner and she is very responsive so I would expect things to be better in the future, we just wish we wouldn't have had to deal with some of it during our week of vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2021
We are very sorry that some items in the house did not meet your expectations. No excuses for any of these things We have communicated all of your concerns to responsible parties and expect a speedy review and response As a note to future renters, North Captiva Island Club is available for immediate responses to any issues while you are there
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

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

Most relaxing vacation!

Everything about this trip was fantastic! The house was wonderful! Clean, comfortable and big enough for everyone to have their space! The house is perfectly situated on the island...4 minutes to the beach...a short ride to the 2 pools and boat dock. Everyone is so helpful on the island. The owner of this property was wonderful! If we had a question she was always right there with an answer! I would recommend this house and owner to anyone! We hope to be back soon! This island is the closest thing to going out of the country without leaving the USA! Thank you Margie for a wonderful week that we will never forget!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

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

Back to the Island.

Loved the place. It was our first time so we had to figure some logistics out but the vibe was amazing. The island is beautiful and so peaceful. Our only regret was not having enough time.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn K.

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

Perfect house in paradise

My family of seven (including three children and grandparents) recently enjoyed a wonderful stay at Isle Be There over the 2021/2022 holidays. The house is everything as advertised. Very clean, spacious, well appointed and great location! Margie, the owner, couldn't have been more accommodating and she made the whole process very easy. Overall we had a fantastic vacation and would not hesitate to book our next North Captiva vacation at Isle Be There.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

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

Thanksgiving Getaway

This is a beautifully maintained house, with plenty of space for the family to relax. Well appointed kitchen, comfortable beds and linens. There are books and board games available. There is no water view, and the sunset is partially obstructed, but one can easily walk or take the golf cart to the beach for the full sunset experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Perfect Stay

This was our first trip to North Captiva and had no idea what to expect. From the moment we booked this home, we had great communication from the owner, Margie, and North Captiva Island Club. Through their guidance, we perfectly coordinated transportation to the ferry, ferry to the island, delivery of our food, and a quick check in process. The folks on the island run a very smooth and organized operation. The house was exactly what we expected from the photos - clean, nicely decorated and spacious. Our family consisted of 6 people over the age of 18. There was ample room to spread out. We spent tons of time on the screened in patio and loved the hammock. The thermostat is set at 75 degrees, which we thought would be on the warm side but the house was so cool and comfortable and after a day in the sun, we all put on sweatshirts at night. The kitchen was stocked with all we needed when we ate at home. We did have some issues with the grill which we understand is being tended to, but we just prepared meals in the kitchen instead. We have read several complaints about golf carts from other rentals and were a little worried but our golf cart was perfect- great speed, easy to drive and reliable. It is a very short drive (totally walkable) to the beach passing tortoise, lizards, even crabs was so much fun. We highly recommend renting this home. It felt like we were in paradise for the week!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

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

Perfect family getaway rental home

We had a great stay. Lovely house.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

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

Perfect Rental Home and Perfect Island!

“Isle Be There” is a very clean, spacious, and well stocked rental home in a perfect location to enjoy everything that the island has to offer. The owner was outstanding with communication both before and during our stay to help ensure we had everything we needed. I strongly recommend choosing this rental home! You will not be disappointed. If you have never been to North Captiva Island, we can not say enough great things about this island as the perfect location for a family vacation!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

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

Perfect vacation spot

We can’t say enough great things about this island! This home was wonderful too! It was so, so clean! We never saw one bug or ant or anything! We felt at home from the moment we got there! It had lots of space for our family of 5 to spread out. The porches were amazing and hammock especially relaxing! The beds had a tad of a crunchy feel from the mattress covers but we all slept great! Washer and dryer came in handy every single day! We enjoyed the setup of the house and the location was pretty perfect too! Thanks so much for providing a lovely vacation spot!! We cannot wait to come back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina L.

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

Great family bacation

We had a great experience at Isle be there. Property manager got back to us in a timely manner anytime we reached out. The house was clean. Golf cart was a little rough but never broke down. Great family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

mia r.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

North Captiva vaca

This island is a special find- detached fr world- so bring or arrange enough food (the drinking water is fr an aquifer and treated- so it might taste different- we were ok w it but other houses it’s stronger- so bring a few gallons of drinking water ) the water is a mesmerizing clear - incredible color blue, beach beautiful, loved sounds of the osprey, no cars- loved the golf cart, a total adventure. The house is well located- can easily walk to ferry, bar, pool and boat rental area or go by golf cart. Beds and rooms comfortable- Has all you need in kitchen except an orange juicer... really missed not being able to easily juice limes or lemons- lol! Loved hammock. Kitchen on third floor so not great for elderly or people w knee issues. The resort neglected to tell me the keys and Info would be found on a golf cart in parking area after 6pm ferry- we figured it out but it took a bit. Everyone is very helpful on island. Take cart to end of rum Rd and walk on path to a quiet stretch of beach. Go to barnacle restaurant-sitting outside is a treat- fish taco great! Covid wise- you do everything outside- so exposure is reduced- we wore a mask anytime Inside a public building- I felt it was a very good place to vacation during this crazy time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 March 2021
Thanks for your review! Orange/lemon juicer on the way:)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas A.

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

North Captiva

We recently stayed at this house and it was perfect for our family. The main living space was very open and spacious and the screened in porch was fantastic. The bedrooms fit the family good and there was plenty of bathrooms. Communication with Margie was great and she was always very helpful and quick to respond. Would recommend staying here. Nick
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Amazing!

Property was in the perfect location. It was close to the beach and close to the shops amd 2 restaurants. The amenities were awesome. Free kayak rental, bikes, and pool access. The process to get on the island went very smoothly and all of the information was given to us that we needed. The house fit our large family. It was an amazing trip, we will be back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

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

Beautiful property with extra space

The property owner was wonderful to work with and very quick to answer all questions. The property was perfect for us, four family members plus two friends. Extra space. Loved the porches and hammock. Wished we were staying longer!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

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

Private island getaway

We had a blast on North Captiva. Fishing, boating, dolphins everywhere. We went up to Caya Maya and found cool shells and sand dollars. Ventured to Captiva for lunch and shopping. It was a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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

Wonderful and Clean

The house was spotless upon our arrival. Having four bedrooms and bathrooms worked perfectly for our family. We cooked many meals including fish dinners we caught. We ate at the Boat House New Years Eve and it was amazing. Mangoes was great for drinks and lunch too. It was an easy walk to beach. The weather our week was warm and sunny. Make sure to bring your groceries and plan carefully. The property owner was wonderful in providing all information and answering questions. We had a great time.

About the host

Hosted by Margie Klueber

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We visited North Captiva Island and were immediately charmed by its unique character. For us it was the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of the Northeast, Though we weren't quite sure whether our young adult children would be equally charmed, they, too fell in love with this island getaway.

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