Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
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About this property
Luxury Beach Escape, Private Pool, Golf Cart Included, Limited Spring Dates!
Welcome to Gulf Swells & Sea Shells – your ultimate oceanfront haven! Completely renovated, this stunning Large, 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom pool home offers an expansive 2,560 square feet of pure comfort and elegance. Unlike other rentals, our home grants you genuine actual oceanfront views from within, so you won't miss a single moment of the breathtaking scenery. Leave your worries behind as you relish direct beach access right from the property – no need for carts! Say goodbye to endless stair climbs; here, ocean vistas grace the kitchen, living, and master bedroom areas. With a private heated pool and serene screened decks, every second promises relaxation. Immerse yourself in the tranquil symphony of the ocean's soothing waters. Your extraordinary oceanfront escape awaits!
Gulf Swells & Sea Shells presents a reverse floor plan with four bedrooms, three baths, and a laundry room on the main level. The second floor boasts a full bath, all new kitchen appliances and furniture with beautiful views of the ocean. It is the perfect backdrop as your friends and family gather together. The fully remodeled master bedroom is located off the great room and features a king-sized bed complete with Gulf views for your viewing pleasure.
Included with your rental of Gulf Swells & Sea Shells: - One 4-seat golf cart - Newly remodeled Kitchen - Bedding and linens - Bath and Beach towels - Beach cart, and 4 chairs - Garbage bags - Iron and ironing board - A basic supply of Shampoo, toilet and facial tissues - Paper towels - Soap (hand, kitchen, dishwasher, and laundry) -Gas Grill -Pinball machine accepts quarters and dollar bills -Ping Pong Table -Corn Hole
Not included with your rental: - Transportation to and from the airport - Water taxi to and from North Captiva Island - Food, beverages, seasonings, storage bags, shampoo, and body soap
Due to local wildlife ordinances we ask that you turn off exterior lighting at night when not in use outdoors. For this reason and for your security we have placed 7 exterior blink cameras outside the home. They are motion activated and located above the front steps to cover property entrance and golf cart, one located on the NE upper corner of the front porch to cover front door, porch steps and porch entry, up high attached to fascia on the south east corner of the home covers east side of property, water tanks and ac units, one located under the house by facing SW to cover storage area, Garage and utilities under the home and 3 cameras located on the roof fascia points facing the NE section of the lot the NW sections of the lot and the SW sections of the lot. No cameras are pointed directly into the pool. There are no cameras located inside the home. Cameras are for your security. Please note patio doors in the master bedroom to the exterior decks are locked for guest safety.
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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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Captiva
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in North Captiva, a neighbourhood in Captiva. McCarthy's Marina and Jensen’s Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore North Captiva Island Beach and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Does Luxury Beach Escape, Private Pool, Golf Cart Included, Limited Spring Dates! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Beach Escape, Private Pool, Golf Cart Included, Limited Spring Dates!?
As of 8 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Beach Escape, Private Pool, Golf Cart Included, Limited Spring Dates! on 13 April 2026 start from NZ$1,497, 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 Luxury Beach Escape, Private Pool, Golf Cart Included, Limited Spring Dates! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Luxury Beach Escape, Private Pool, Golf Cart Included, Limited Spring Dates!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury Beach Escape, Private Pool, Golf Cart Included, Limited Spring Dates!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury Beach Escape, Private Pool, Golf Cart Included, Limited Spring Dates!?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is Luxury Beach Escape, Private Pool, Golf Cart Included, Limited Spring Dates! located?
Nestled on the beach, this North Captiva holiday home is steps from North Captiva Island Beach.
Reviews
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Each year we travel as a family . North Captiva for 2 years now and first time at this property. House is lovely and well maintained. Great location, very close to beach which is always a must for us.
Amber R.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2025
Thanks Amber, and thank you for being such wonderful guests, we hope to see you again in the future!
Paul and Cindy
Paul the owner coujd not have been more helpful and the house was perfect for our families. Loved how close it was to the beach and love the remoteness of the island.
angie w.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 October 2023
Thank You Angie! It was a real pleasure speaking with you and helping in any way possible. We hope you will be back sometime in the near future! Safe Travels!
We had an amazing time at Gulf Swells and Sea shells.
This place was perfect for our family and 4 small children. There’s nothing bad I can say about it.. We really would love to return next year
Barbara H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2023
Hi Barbara!
It sounds like your family had a lot of fun, between the beach, Kayaking, hanging out by the pool, hiring a private chef to make dinner and exploring the Island on Golf Carts. Hope you can make it back again soon! Thank you for the review...Paul and Cindy
This is a beautiful property. It was great for all ages in our group. The owners and property management company were awesome. This was our first visit to North Captiva Island but we will be back. Thank you so much for making our vacation so amazing!
Jessica M.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2023
Jessica,
Thank you for your review. You were great guests! We hope you will visit the Island again soon, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay. looking forward to your return!
Great location and just a short walk to the beach. Plenty of space and very relaxing for everyone. We had a great time and will likely head back at some point. I personally loved how you could catch Snook from the beach right in front of the house:)
Chet M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2023
Thanks Chet! You were a great guest and took good care of the house, hope to have you back soon!
Everything about this vacation was perfect. The house was spectacular and if you want a true escape, North Captiva is the perfect spot. The ultimate place to spend time with family with zero distractions. The boat ride and transportation on the island were perfect. We will return.
The property was what we expected and more! It was perfect for our group of eight. I especially appreciated the ample amount of bath towels, beach towels and other beach and house necessities that are not otherwise available on the island. Both the homeowner and Tortuga Properties made communication and our stay easy and enjoyable.
This was our first time traveling to North Captiva. It was such a beautiful house. We appreciated how clean and new the house was. All of our family was able to have their own bedroom and bathroom as well. We plan on returning again soon. You will LOVE this home.
Kelly G.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2023
Thank you Kelly! We are happy you had such a wonderful experience with your family and stay at Gulf Swells & Sea Shells! Hope to see you on the Island again sometime soon.
Safe Travels!
Paul and Cindy
We had a wonderful time! The property is exactly as expected. Super clean and plenty of space for our 10 family members. The location to the beach was perfect. We did lots of research before selecting this property and so glad we did! Everyone was pleasant to work with and our vacation was filled with memories. We will be back!
Annie E.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2023
Thanks Annie, for your review and your research on the property! We are looking forward to your return. Safe Travels! Paul and Cindy
We had high expectations and the property exceeded our expectations! The location was excellent (just a short walk to the beach) with gorgeous views of the beach and evening sunsets. The house layout was perfect with a large open floorpan on the second floor that our family really enjoyed. Each bedroom had its own bathroom and the beds were all very comfortable. Our 5 kids really loved the pool, hammock, and screened in back porches! We wish we could live there year around!
Kelsey-Tami V.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2023
Thanks Kelsey! We are so pleased you and your family had a fun and relaxing Vacation.
Safe Travels!
Perfect Rental for Large Families in an Ideal Location
Communication with owner was top-notch. We stayed at this rental property the end 2024 and beginning of 2025, and it was the perfect fit for our family of nine. The spacious layout provided plenty of room for everyone to relax without feeling cramped. The multiple bedrooms and bathrooms were a huge bonus, making it easy for the kids to have their space.The location was unbeatable—just a short walk from a stunning beach. We loved starting our mornings with beach strolls and ending the day watching the sunset. The convenience of being so close to the water made our vacation even more relaxing and enjoyable.We highly recommend this vacation property!!
Excellent place for a party of 10! We had two families with kids ranging in age from 3-13 and two grandparents. My dad has mobility issues so he enjoyed the beach view from the deck and the short walk to the beach. The pool was great for the kids. The house was clean and roomy. The owners were very accessible by phone and got back to us immediately with questions we had. I have stayed in many places around the country and this house and location has been my favorite!
Gulf Swells and Seashells is a beautiful house close to the beach. It was very clean and we were so comfortable there. The Tortuga Properties people were responsive and did their best to make our stay relaxing and care free. The island is obviously not back to normal after hurricane Ian but they are getting there. We were a little confused as to what kind of places were available to eat at and luckily we were prepared to fix our own meals. The grocery delivery service made that very easy for us. We had a great, relaxing trip and enjoyed visiting North Captiva.
Gulf Swells and Seashells is Perfect in Every Way!
If you are going to North Captiva Island, I highly recommend staying at Gulf Swells and Seashells! This home is newly renovated, nicely decorated and includes so many amenities! It’s a perfect size and layout and accommodated all seven of us very comfortably and within a minute walk to the beach. Our stay included everything from the comfy beds, the heated pool, a minute walk to the beach, it’s own golf cart, beach towels, washer and dryer, and even a pinball machine! The owners didn’t leave anything out and really thought of every little detail which made our stay so comfortable and enjoyable! Thank you Paul and Cindy for being so gracious and providing such a wonderful home away from home for us to enjoy. And thank you for having Laurie and Duncan from Tortuga there to take such great care of us! I didn’t want to leave and can’t wait to come back!
Sandy L.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2023
Sandy, Thank you so much for taking the time to review Gulf Swells & Sea Shells, you were wonderful guests and we hope you can come back soon!
Spacious beautiful home with well appointed kitchen
This home is spacious, beautifully decorated and perfect for a large family. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare meals. The pool, pool table, hammock, golf cart and other amenities make rest and relaxation a breeze. The home is a short walk to a private gated beach entrance. All this said, families should be aware the island was ravaged by a hurricane a year ago, and may houses are uninhabitable or under construction. Debris and construction supplies border many of the roads. We lost power for 8 hours one day, and we were told it was related to construction in the area. You should also be prepared to cook most, if not all, meals. Only 2 restaurants are open in the island, and 1 of those only on Saturday/Sunday. Highly suggest the Over the Waterfront restaurant. We were primarily there for the beach, so it worked great for us, but if the beauty of the overall island is important to you, be advised.
Tammy G.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 October 2023
Thank you Tammy! you were wonderful guests, and we hope you will come back again soon. Safe Travels!
The house was absolutely perfect for our multi-generational family vacation. Everything was so clean and all of the rooms were comfortable. The beach is right out the front door and my husband loved the fishing. There was so much natural beauty- our kids loved finding shells, spotting birds and identifying fish. The owners had some pamphlets that they used to identify each one in the evening. My dad loved using the golf cart to explore with his grand kids!
The owners were very nice and helped us navigate the logistics of traveling to the island by boat and securing all of our groceries. It was intimidating at first but once we got there it was so nice to not be running to the grocery store each day! We were really able to focus on our family time. We enjoyed kayaking and golf cart rides to get ice cream! The pools both at the house and the Island Club were a great addition. I loved exploring the trails in the nature preserve. We saw tortoises, manatees, dolphins, bonnet sharks and a ray!
We rented a boat for a couple days and explored some nearby islands- we would highly recommend an excursion to Cabbage Key.
Be prepared to pay “Island prices” for any dining out you do- but it’s worth the treat every once in a while. We used the property management company to deliver fresh seafood one night and that was great! Next time we will probably do that more than once. We will definitely be back!
Property beautiful as described. Island experience was amazing. Property manager leaves a lot to be desired. Very unresponsive. Will be back to North Captiva for sure, just maybe not with Tortuga Properties.
Sue S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2023
Sue, thank you for your 5 star review of the property. We have addressed your concerns with our property services team. We always want to make sure our guest have a great experience in every aspect of their trip. We hope to see you again!
Best wishes and Safe Travels! Paul and Cindy
We can't say enough about this property and it's location. It was a perfect getaway for a surprise 80th birthday party. Plenty of space, beautiful views and perfect for dinner parties.
The family of Osprey's kept us entertained day and night.
The peacefulness provided for a great getaway.
keri S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2023
Thanks Keri, We are so glad you enjoyed your getaway and the house. You are great guests, and we hope you will get the opportunity to stay again in the future. Safe Travels! Paul and Cindy
Beautiful property, very nice for our group of 9. Nice open concept. Great views.
Ted B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
About the host
Hosted by Paul and Cindy Matzek
From Kansas Heartland to Captiva's Shores: Our Island Journey
We're a spirited family from Kansas, driven by fun and a thirst for adventure! Back in 2008, during a family getaway, we were captivated by the enchanting beauty of Captiva, Florida's islands. The flat landscapes of Kansas gave way to the allure of the ocean. Fast forward three years, and our heartland spirit led us to owning a stunning home on Captiva, cherished both as our personal haven and a rental delight.
In 2018, a desire for a slower pace prompted us to seek anew. Enter 2019, and the quest brought us to Upper Captiva, where we discovered our haven, Gulf Swells & Sea Shells. Countless summers have etched memories into our kids' hearts on these very shores. The joy of collecting diverse shells on the beach is a shared family delight. And oh, the thrill of boating and fishing while surrounded by captivating wildlife – it's a sight to behold!
From heartland to island, our journey continues, and we invite you to experience the beauty and simplicity of these shores with us.
Why they chose this property
We decided on Gulf Swells & Sea Shells due to its size, 5 bedrooms 5 baths, wonderful open floor plan, high ceilings, Ocean views and its location on the beach. We are Literally a few steps away to all the amazing sand, shells and beautiful waters of the gulf of Mexico. We love North Captiva's laid back atmosphere, Golf Cart commuting and state park.
What makes this property unique
Step into coastal luxury at Gulf Swells & Sea Shells, where a stunning transformation was completed in January 2021. This newly remodeled haven invites you to experience an extraordinary vacation.
Nestled perfectly by the beach, this 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom gem offers an oasis of relaxation. Take a dip in the private heated pool, unwind in spaces designed for comfort, and let the island breeze whisk your worries away. Accommodating up to 10 guests, it's a perfect escape for family and friends.
Arriving at Gulf Swells & Sea Shells is effortless, thanks to the provided 2018 four-seat golf cart, enhancing your island adventure. What's more, this well-protected and elevated lot ensures fewer stairs inside and out compared to other island homes.
Now, here's the real gem: a rare feature among North Captiva homes, direct gulf views greet you from the second level's kitchen, living room, and master bedroom suite. Feel the soothing waves and gentle sea breeze as you indulge in unparalleled vistas.
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