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SeaOatsCaptivaIsland: Private Waterfront Estate, Beach, Pool, Dock & Pickleball

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A large, two-story house with a swimming pool in the center, surrounded by greenery.
A large, well-lit mansion with a central pool, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table. There is a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items. A large plant is on the coffee table.
A sunlit outdoor seating area with white cushioned lounge chairs and blue umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a large window, and a terrazzo floor.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Private pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Captiva, FL
  • Place, Captiva Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Turner Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Blind Pass Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

11 bedrooms (sleeps 30)

Corfu Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Crete Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Hydra Bedroom

1 King Bed

Ios Bedroom-Guest House

1 Queen Bed

Kos Bedroom-Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Milos Bedroom

2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

Mykonos Bedroom

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Naxos Bedroom-Guest House

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Paros Bedroom-Guest House

1 King Bed

Santorini Bedroom

1 King Bed

Sifnos Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

11 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Corfu Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Crete Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Hydra Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Ios Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Kos Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Milos Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Mykonos Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Naxos Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Paros Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Pool Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Santorini Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Sifnos Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Captiva

Located in Captiva, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bowman's Beach and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation, or check out an event or a game at Dunes Golf and Tennis Club. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Captiva, FL

What's nearby

  • Captiva Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Turner Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Blind Pass Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Castaways Marina - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 16 min drive - 17.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mucky Duck - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Bubble Room - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Green Flash Waterfront Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blondies - ‬86 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does SeaOatsCaptivaIsland: Private Waterfront Estate, Beach, Pool, Dock & Pickleball have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is SeaOatsCaptivaIsland: Private Waterfront Estate, Beach, Pool, Dock & Pickleball pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at SeaOatsCaptivaIsland: Private Waterfront Estate, Beach, Pool, Dock & Pickleball?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at SeaOatsCaptivaIsland: Private Waterfront Estate, Beach, Pool, Dock & Pickleball?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SeaOatsCaptivaIsland: Private Waterfront Estate, Beach, Pool, Dock & Pickleball?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SeaOatsCaptivaIsland: Private Waterfront Estate, Beach, Pool, Dock & Pickleball located?

Nestled on the beach, this Captiva holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Captiva Beach, Turner Beach and Blind Pass Beach. Bowman's Beach and Castaways Marina are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had our family reunion at Sea Oats this year which included a 25 year renewal of wedding vows. There were 28 of us - ages 93 to 8 months. We all had a wonderful time! The house is beautifully appointed with everything you could need. So many activities, Never a dull moment. The staff was most helpful. Love it there and are very anxious to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect space to entertain our management team!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 November 2025
Miriam, thank you so much for the amazing review! We are thrilled you had a wonderful retreat for your management team and were able to enjoy the complimentary champagne we sent to you while embarking on your sunset cruise around Captiva. We would be thrilled to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded all expectations
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot for team offsite

Long weekend team retreat. Activities, meetings and chill time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amy/Todd planners for our group

The house was amazing! It was absolutely perfect for our group and we all had a blast. There were so many spaces that everyone had a place to go, something to do, and definitely made for what we needed. The house was absolutely beautiful,
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 October 2023
What a fun group to host! It was a surprise for Todd’s wife to celebrate a big birthday. We were so happy to have them and help plan their stay, including a lovely sunset cruise with their friends and family. You were very respectful of the property and were a pleasure to work with. We’d love to have you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing House and location!

This house is truly amazing. Kyle was so easy to work with and made sure everything was perfect for us. The house had every amenity you could possibly need or imagine. It was the ideal house and location for a long weekend celebration with over 20 friends and family. Will definitely rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 December 2023
Thank you so much for the amazing review! We would love to host you and your friends again. Kyle was happy to arrange the sunset cruise for you and private chef dinner. Those are great experiences that our guests love and we are happy you got to enjoy them. We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay, and we appreciate the compliments!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

75th Birthday Celebration at Sea Oats

This property is AMAZING. The pictures on line absolutely DO NOT do the place justice. Sea Oats is 10 times nicer in person ! Kyle, the property manager, was OUTSTANDING. He was so helpful, always responsive, answered every question and concern my guests and I had, and made the whole process a joy from start to finish. Vicki, the house manager, was equally wonderful. The house is beautifully designed and fully equipped with everything you could need .All of my 20 guests were blown away by our experience at Sea Oats. A
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2025
We were thrilled to host Richard's birthday celebration at Sea Oats Luxury Estate. He and his group were extremely nice and so fun to plan activities for. They enjoyed a beautiful sunset cruise, chef dinners and evenings out at the Green Flash. We would love to welcome them back anytime! Richard is a great guy with some amazing friends and family.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Absolutley BEAUTIFUL!!!

We LOVED this place! The listing descriptions and pictures were right on! So beautiful and tranquil. The layout was amazing, the décor gorgeous, and the amenities were to die for! The property was spotless and everything was in working order. Christine is FAB-U-LOUS - it was like she was a long lost friend - very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. We took advantage of the kayak rentals, had a sunset dolphin cruise that picked us up right from the bay dock in the back yard. Take advantage of the grocery service - that was a god send to have groceries there when we arrived. We would definitely recommend this property and hope to be back again soon!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Hi Robin, Thank you for your wonderful review and feedback! We are so happy your group had such a fantastic time at Sea Oats! It was truly our pleasure to host your group and my pleasure getting the opportunity to work with you. I felt like you were long lost friends also :) thank you! We are thrilled you enjoyed the Sunset & Dolphin Cruise, this is always one of our recommended activities while at Sea Oats...as you know, the wildlife is just incredible and the sunsets can't be missed! Also, we are so thrilled you found the grocery service helpful; it can be quite a task shopping for a large group so having this option available, as you know, allows our guests to begin their stay with all your groceries delivered and put away, just prior to your check-in. Again thank you for your review and thank you for recommending our property! We certainly look forward to seeing you all again soon at Sea Oats! Sincerely, Christine Harrower Sales, Marketing and Reservations Manager Sea Oats Luxury Estate - Captiva Island, Florida
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Paradise on the Gulf

Like myself, I don't think any of us expected what we experienced at Sea Oats when we were invited to celebrate my niece Kerry's birthday bash there. It was the ultimate resort padadise and we had it all to ourselves. Every single feature was magnificent, from the beautiful pool (situated in the middle of everything) to the well-equipped kitchen and warm, relaxing rooms to the kayaks by the shore to the comfortable bedrooms with spacious bathrooms to the perfect views of the magnificent Florida sunrises with dolphins splashing in the water. It was a weekend we will always remember. It ranks right up there with any 4-star hotel, except it was more like a large home that made you feel like an invited guest. A perfect spot for any special occasion.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Hello Peter, Thank you for your wonderful review and feedback! We are thrilled Sea Oats exceeded your expectations and that you found the estate to be magnificent, accommodating, beautiful, functional, inviting and a "perfect spot for every occasion". We look forward to hopefully seeing your group again soon at Sea Oats! Thank you again!! Sincerely, Christine Harrower Sales, Marketing and Reservations Manager Sea Oats Luxury Estate - Captiva Island, Florida
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely amazing

Not only was the Sea Oats just a beautiful house and at the beautiful location but Christine was so accommodating. I cannot say enough great things. We had our wedding ceremony and reception there and it was originally planned for sept 16,2017 and hurricane Irma had other plans and Christine and Michelle (the estate owner) were more than accommodating to us to make our wedding still happen as planned. The day wedding was just more than we had ever hoped for and our guests had the time of our lives. We can’t wait to go back and relive our special day sometime in the future! Thank you so much!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Hello Samantha, Thank you so much for your wonderful review and feedback! It was sincerely our pleasure to host your beautiful wedding and your family's accommodations. I was especially thrilled at getting the opportunity to work with you and your family on such a special event. I am so happy we were able to accommodate around Hurricane Irma! :) Thank you again for sharing your Sea Oats experience. We look forward to seeing you all again soon at Sea Oats! Sincerely, Christine Harrower Sales, Marketing and Reservation Manager Sea Oats Luxury Estate - Captiva Island, Florida
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Awesome Home & Location

We had our 60th birthday reunion for a large group of college buddies (21). The house is very well appointed, lots of room even with 21 of us we had plenty of elbow room. Excellent condition, everything worked as advertised. The pool is great for relaxing and comfortably warm. The back dock is a fun place to mingle and throw out a hook into the lagoon (caught a bunch of catfish but threw them back). Easy access to gulf beach and boating activities. We rented bikes and the ride to the little village of Captiva is nice, a few bars and boutiques as well. We hired a chef for our stay and he was superb (Chef Palo Felix),great food and easy going manner would highly recommend. We loaded up at the local Costco and Publix for extra food and bev and plenty of space in frig for beer wine etc. Tons of dishes, glasses and pretty much everything you need is there. Plus plenty of towels and sheets were clean and comfy, there is a washer dryer too. Guest house is a nice setup if some want privacy separation. Manager Christine very helpful. Can't wait to return.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thank you for choosing Sea Oats for your reunion and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay! When you return, we're going to be sure that you are using some live shrimp for bait when fishing the Roosevelt Channel - then you can reel in some Snook and Redfish - great fun to catch and even better to eat!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Your magical stay is only Captiva away

Are ten stars possible? Because Sea Oats deserves them all. The stars on this review cannot match the stars in my heart after this magical getaway. Upon arrival, Christine gave us an amazing first impression of how loved this home was. She was kind, energetic, positive.. the host you have always hoped for! This home has character in its simplicity and warm details. There is a light to it that captivates you. It was clean, spacious, and open to the nature that surrounded us. Speaking of nature, the landscaping is one you will never forget. The trees are so green and the wildlife is so happy. This home was also equipt with any needs we had, or may have had. The beach is also right across the street! To stop myself from running out of space on this review; my closest friends got married here. It was magical, authentic, and left a mark on my heart. Whether it be a family gathering, wedding, or simply an adventure, you want to explore this experience. I truly look forward to returning one day with my family.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Hello Nicole, Thank you so much for your detailed and glowing review of Sea Oats! It was truly our pleasure to host your group at the estate! I am so thrilled you found Sea Oats to be magical; I feel the same way! We look forward to your return in the future to make many more magical memories at Sea Oats on Captiva! Thank you again so much! We hope to see you again soon! Sincerely, Christine H. Sales, Marketing and Reservations Manager Sea Oats Luxury Estate
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is gorgeous, and the communication process was incredibly easy and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as advertised. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family reunion

Best Vacation Ever!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stormy but Fun

Both the owner and property manager where very gracious and involved in helping us through the week we did have a hurricane on the island (out of their control) however the things they could control where taking care of beautifully. I can imagine what a week will look at this property with great weather - the owner has promised to take care of us in the future which was above and beyond. I would highly recommend this property and the people the run it to anyone thinking about this area.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mother's 90th Birthday Celebration

Sea Oats is a beautiful property, Concierge and property manager were wonderful and very helpful. The property was also immaculate. There was 20 of us staying on the property for four days to celebrate my mother's 90th Birthday. Unfortunately the weather was horrible so we could not participate in many outside activities, the good news the house was spacious enough for us to all find our own space. We cooked all our meals in the house the kitchen appliances, supplies and seating were plentiful. We also rented a boat from Captiva Cruises that picked us up from Sea Oats Dock which was helpful due to my mother being handicapped. There was only one negative I was very specific about my mother being handicap needing a ramp and they said they could accommodate with no problem. The boat arrived and had no handicap ramp thanks to my husband and brother we were able to get her on board. For reference they do have another boat that is equipped .We all enjoyed the cruise all though we did not get a sunset the crew was wonderful and wildlife and dolphins were plentiful. We took advantage of the tennis and basketball court when weather permitted the court was in awesome condition. Kyle also help arrange spa treatments and photographer. The only negative is the property advertises 11 bedrooms there are only nine. In the guest house two bedrooms have adjoining bathrooms, and states the third bedroom has access to the bathrooms. Unfortunately the only access the third bedroom has is going through the other bedrooms to get to the bathroom. Not so convenient if you want your privacy. Last but not least the only access to the second floor is by going outside and using the stairwells stationed on both sides of the house. This can be an issue if you have elders using in inclement weather and very noisy for the guest staying in the rooms next to the stairwells. All in all we would stay at this property again but would reduce the amount of people so we could arrange different sleeping arrangements. Once again Kyle and Vicki were very helpful and there to answer questions if we needed anything
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 October 2020
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We are happy you were able to enjoy the property despite having some rain and would love to have you stay with us again. We would just like to note that the guest cottage is adjacent to the main house. The main house has 8 bedrooms and the guest house has 3 bedrooms, allowing our property to have 11 exclusive bedrooms and accommodate up to 30 guests. This works out great for large groups and families looking to all stay under one roof while on a family vacation or reunion. We will absolutely reach out to Captiva Cruises as well to make sure that does not happen again to any future guests and that all guests are accommodated accordingly. We look forward to your return visit! Kyle
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

WOW just Wow, this place is AMAZING

Words don't describe how beautiful this property is. The owners are very easy to communicate with and very professional. The place was super CLEAN and SANITIZED. The property manager is amazing and always around if you need. MUST STAY HERE IN FL!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2020
Hi Patryk! So happy you enjoyed your stay at the Estate. I'm happy we had the opening to get you in for your photo shoot, the pictures came out amazing! Please think of us again when you need somewhere close to Miami to work for a few days. Thanks again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We Absolutely Loved It!

It is an understatement to simply say we enjoyed our stay at Sea Oats. We absolutely loved it! We were wondering if it could live up to our expectations. It exceeded them! There were 11 of us from ages 15 to 84. Everyone loved it! There was something for every age. We loved the beautiful, spacious house. It was so nice to be together for meals, etc. but each do our own activity --be it swimming in the fantastic pool, ,tennis, ping pong, the beach, kayaking, paddle boarding, or simply relaxing with a book while enjoying the beautiful weather. We very much enjoyed the sunset cruise,and the delicious meals from Paper Fig Catering. The gourmet kitchen was a delight to prepare daily meals in. The only recommendation I would have is a minor one. My son recommended hooks in the bathroom for hanging towels and robes. Many thanks to Vicki and Michelle for all the amazing help. It was a phenomenal vacation, one we will relive and remember for a lifetime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

5 stars

Fantastic kayaking paddle boarding fishing pool all the kids were in heaven. Vicki very nice and helpful. Will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Kathy, Thanks for letting us know you enjoyed your time at Sea Oats! We always love the feedback. Thank you for being fabulous guests and we look forward to your return visit! Warm Regards, Kathryn
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful setting for our wedding or family vacation!

Sea Oats Luxury Estate provided the best wedding week we could have asked for. We were blown away by the beauty and vast array of experiences we could enjoy on the property that we rarely had to leave. The property is very well maintained and intuitively designed so that the majority of your needs are met before you even realize it! What a blessing this experience has been for our family. We look forward to visiting again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect spot for our 4 generation family celebration!

Sea Oats could not have been more perfect for our family celebration Thanksgiving week! From our 90 year old parents to their 9 week old great grandson, everyone found their happy place within this amazing property. Siblings grabbed morning walks along the beach on the gulf side, Cousins played pickleball together, went kayaking along the bayside with dolphins swimming beside them, while the littlest great grandchildren spent hours shelling and swimming. Each night we caught sunsets at the beach and with the help of the oversized golf cart and plenty of beach chairs, even our 90 year old parents were able to get over to the gulf to enjoy the sunset and a swim! After dinner we all sat around the firepit while the kids made s’mores and we got caught up on all that we might have missed that year living hundreds of miles apart. Late night movies in the media room ensued for the cousins long after the rest of us had hit the sack! Michelle gave us great leads on catering, cruises, and exactly what we could expect for room layouts, kitchen space, etc. One of our most memorable nights was the sunset cruise we took with Captiva Cruises, who picked our entire group of 30 up at our private dock, making it so easy to get our parents on board and settled in for an amazing 2 hour sunset cruise and dolphin sighting! We had our entire week of meals- including Thanksgiving dinner- catered by Paper Fig Kitchen, another of Michelle’s suggestions that was perfect for our group. We spent a couple hours on the phone with Deb the week before we arrived, and every meal was absolutely perfect! Each day dinner arrived w heating instructions, along with breakfast casseroles and lunch for the following day...a true blessing when you are trying to feed 30 individuals with a few different dietary requirements! We finished the week w a quick family photo session under the Banyon tree, which will help keep the memories alive for many years to come! Though i think we might have to return again and make Sea Oats a family tradition!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A SPECIAL GETAWAY ON THE GULF - A FAMILY TRIP TO REMEMBER

“I loved Sea Oats and the beautiful pool where I could swim all day with my cousins.” our 4 1/2 year old great granddaughter”. It has been a tradition in our family for all of our kids, grandkids, great grandchildren, spouses and significant others to vacation together at least once each year. Finding the right place presents an annual problem for us, not only because of the sheer number of us (27), but because of the diversity of age of four generations (from age 1 up to 83). But this past December we hit the jackpot! We stayed at the palatial and luxurious Sea Oats in Captiva, a glorious “home” a stone’s throw from the Gulf of Mexico to the front, and a serene channel to the rear. Not only were the home and the ambiance remarkable, but the items available for us could not have been better thought out — fishing gear, kayaks, a bar, TVs, a media room, enough kitchen supplies and refrigerators to feed an army, and a golf cart for tooling around. The very large, heated swimming pool, surrounded with comfortable lounges, tables and chairs, was the hub of most of our activities, although our granddaughter gave her Yoga lessons to all of us either on the Gulf beach or on the home’s fishing boat dock. Magnificent sunsets and wine was a nightly ritual at the Gulf Beach. A tennis/basketball court with all the equipment was in a beautiful setting for use of any of family who wanted a good exercise. Everything worked, everything was spotlessly clean, and everything was up to date. We would be remiss not to mention Vicki, the on-sight property manager, who showed us everything, explained everything, and kept everything in order. Her constant smile and good nature, she was always there to help. The owner was so helpful in the planning of our trip. Any reasonable request was honored. Every one of us loved Sea Oats, and we’re already talking about a return trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

fantastic

This was an absolutely fabulous estate. We had 13 in our group representing a family of 3 generations ranging in age from 72 to 9. Each was able to find their area of quietness and their areas of activity: tennis, beach, shelling, swimming pool, boating, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing and so on. It is an expensive retreat but very much worth it. I don't think it was overpriced at all. The common living areas were conducive to gathering and comfort. The kitchen was top notch and the table for 12+ in the kitchen area was made to create memorable evenings of conviviality and bonding. The pool was wonderful in the morning hours and good for the sun worshipers in the afternoon. The wildlife was varied from manatees to tarpons to snooks and so on. With your eyes open even more wild life was there: ospreys, flamingoes, scorpions, iguanas, snakes, and sea hares. It was a memorable experience for even the most jaded of our travelers. One night we indulged in a personal chef recommended by Christine. Chef Galvin prepared a fabulous meal that even our world travelers are still raving about. It started with deep water scallops kimchi and moved to salad and then wonderful grouper and finished with chocolate molten lava cakes. Non seafood eaters were rewarded with petite filets suis vide and then seared on site and awesome pasta, The chef then left us with lagniappe of an authentic key lime pie to enjoy for 3 mor days. A truly awesome experience. Six stars on a five scale.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Hello Thomas, Thank you for your glowing and detailed review! We love that you scored Sea Oats 6 stars on a 5 star scale!! We are thrilled that everyone in your group enjoyed Sea Oats and that you found the estate to be fabulous and accommodating to all! I am especially thrilled you enjoyed your meal with Chef Galvin...we are truly honored to have Chef Galvin as one of our preferred personal chefs! He is delightful and his meals are definitely unforgettable! Thank you again for choosing Sea Oats for your anniversary gathering! We look forward to hopefully seeing you all again soon at Sea Oats! Sincerely, Christine H Sales, Marketing and Reservations Manager Sea Oats Luxury Estate - Captiva Island
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sea Oats was the perfect setting !!

Our family of 13 enjoyed a wonderful stay at Sea Oats!! The accommodations were just perfect for us!! The house has SO many amenities and we were lacking nothing during our stay. There were lots of activities and we took advantage of all of them. The kitchen is just amazing!! Our family loves to cook so we took advantage of the great kitchen area.... We were surprised to find that the upstairs guest rooms were accessed from the "outside" but this did not hinder our family at all. The 9 year old twins were in the "bunk room" and so shared their parents' bathroom. This was also not an issue with our group! The grounds are very well kept and there is much wildlife to see and many beautiful plants. We enjoyed going to restaurants as well (both by boat) and via car. Our stay was absolutely perfect!!! Christine, the manager, was outstanding in helping us from the time that we decided to book our "anniversary gathering" and was there to tell us goodbye as we left!! We would highly recommend this property to our friends and other relatives!!! A perfect and special week was had by all.....
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Hello Rebecca, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We sincerely enjoyed hosting your group at Sea Oats, it was truly our pleasure! I am thrilled your group enjoyed the kitchen and available activities and love that you found Sea Oats to be perfect for your "anniversary gathering". It was my pleasure to meet you and get the opportunity to work with you!! Thank you again for choosing Sea Oats! We look forward to hopefully seeing you all again soon! Sincerely, Christine H. Sales, Marketing and Reservations Manager Sea Oats Luxury Estate-Captiva Island
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