Welcome to North Captiva Island! A short, ferry ride separates you from reality, for your tropical paradise vacation. As you approach the island by boat, the troubles and worries of the real world will fade away. Be on the lookout for tranquil manatees and playful dolphins that love to show off their aerial skills.
Roughly 25 minutes after leaving the mainland, you will step ashore at one of the two ferry docks on the island. A host from our new property management company will greet you at the dock and escort you, via golf cart, the very short distance to Paradise Palms. There are no paved roads, traffic lights or traffic jams on this island. A North Captiva traffic jam is three golf carts within 50 yards of each other. North Captiva is a barrier island with five miles of beautiful white sand beaches, no crowds, turtles, dolphins and manatees. The majority of the island is State Park which you can enjoy free of charge.
This custom, spacious home, built in 2015, is one of the few on the island that has a private pool located on the living level. You won't have to walk downstairs to enjoy the pool or cook on the grill. Simply walk out any of the 3 sliding glass doors from the kitchen, master suite or bedroom. The house has beautiful new furnishings and has been professionally decorated. The kitchen is fully stocked, complete with modern stainless steel appliances and a blender for your frozen drinks. The sky deck has 360 degree views of the Gulf of Mexico, Cayo Costa and Pine Island Sound.
North Captiva Island has so much to offer! Sip your coffee as you enjoy inspiring sunrises from the roof deck in one our Adirondack chairs. Walk across the road to the boat docks to search for manatees. Walk any of the five miles of beaches, looking for shells. Charter a boat with one of the many experienced Captains to experience world class fishing. Kayak, paddle-board or swim in the warm shallow waters that surround the island. Load up your golf cart and head to the pristine white sand beaches to spend the day. Walk into the park and find your own stretch of private beach with no one around. Head back to your private pool for a cocktail and grill up the catch of the day or walk the beach at sunset, then head to one of the four great restaurants on the island for dinner. Don't forget to catch the moon and stars from the sky deck before turning in.
There is plenty of room for all to gather in the open concept living area. The Master suite has a queen bed, attached bathroom, two dressers, a closet and a sliding glass door for pool deck access. Bedroom 2 has a queen bed, dresser, closet and also walks out to the pool deck. Bedroom 3 has a queen bed, dresser and closet. Bedroom 4 is a loft (with pocket door) that has a sleeper sofa and dresser.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Can I drive to the island?
No. Travel to the island is by ferry, small boat or small plane only. Most people take one of the two scheduled ferries to the island. We recommend Island Girl Charters because it docks closest to our house (about a 1000 ft). The website is www.islandgirlcharters.com
The North Captiva Island Club ferry docks about 3/4 of a mile from the house.
Their website is www.northcaptiva.com/daily-ferry-schedule.
If you are using your own boat you may park and launch from Pineland Marina and dock at Barnacles which is 2/10ths of a mile from our house. Please contact Mainstay/ Barnacles directly for pricing.
IS A GOLF CART INCLUDED?
WE PROVIDE ONE GOLF CART FREE OF CHARGE.
Is there a grocery store on the island?
There is a small market that has some essentials, located near the club dock but we recommend that you either buy your own groceries for the week and transport them on the ferry or use the grocery buying service available through Shally's Seashells (This is our property manager and they well send you information after booking) or Elite Grocery Service, 239-634-0513.
Are there restaurants and bars on the island?
Yes. There are four: Barnacles Bar and Grill, Mangos Cafe and Grill, Over The Waterfront and the Boathouse. The last two require reservations during the busy season.
Are you part of the club? No we are not club members because we have our own private pool. You are still welcome at the club restaurants and you can rent bikes or kayaks from them or Boats and Fun.
Travel to North Captiva should begin with checking on flights to one of the major international airports nearby. SW Florida International (RSW) is a quiet and convenient airport that is about 36 miles away from Pineland Marina. Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) is about 32 miles away.
Tampa (TPA) is about a 2 1/2 hour drive and Sarasota (SRQ) is about an hour and 40 minutes if you want to rent a car and drive down to Pine Island.
By Car
From the South or North of I-75
From I-75 (exit 143) or US 41, head west on Pine Island Rd. (State Road 78), then take a right on Stringfellow Rd. (State Road 767) in Pine Island Center. Three miles down, take a left on Pineland Road. This will turn into Waterfront Drive and you'll see the Marina on the left, nestled on the shores of Pine Island Sound.
By Airport Shuttle
Do an internet search for Fort Myers Airport Shuttle Service to see the many different services that can provide transportation.
By Uber/ Lyft
Uber drivers can pick you up at either major airport, RSW or PGD. The drive time is about the same.
ADDRESS FOR GPS:
Safe Harbor Pineland Marina
13921 Waterfront Drive Bokeelia,FL 33922
This address is where the Island Girl ferry to North Captiva departs from.
Servicing North Captiva docks (2 stops) at most scheduled times plus extended services include additional stops at the local Cabbage Key Restaurant.
Call for Reservations on a Scheduled Trip, Private Taxi, or Sightseeing Excursion (Dolphin Watching)
* Seasonally, boat times Subject to change, please contact the ferry company for reservations and off-season scheduled times. Additional boat times are available in peak season at scheduled boat rates, private and later evening boats are available at an extra cost. ALL Ferry Boat times Require a Reservation and Parking Fee (if parking is needed).
Boat Rentals, Guides, Excursions
Jet Ski Rentals and Tours
Bike Rentals, Kayak Rentals, Paddle Board Rentals
*Important Note about all ferries and water taxi arrangements: Please allow time for Grocery Stops well in advance of your scheduled water taxi ride. All of the Captains serving North Captiva Island provide us a truly wonderful gateway to the island, we appreciate their continued excellent service.
Please make sure you make reservations with the Ferry/Captain of your choice well in advance of your arrival day.
(239) 283-3593 for Parking fees, Launch fees, and temporary dockage fees information.
Other Ferry and Water Taxi Options:
Just For Fun Passenger Boat
(239)395-1001
