Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
65 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Bunk Beds
Common Space
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Villa 3237 Captiva Island Escape: Updated Condo with Pool, Steps to Beaches
Captiva Island Escape: Updated Condo with Pool, Steps to Beaches
Welcome to your private oasis in the heart of Captiva Island! This beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom loft-style condo (formerly Tennis Villas) offers a luxurious retreat just a short stroll from the pristine beaches and vibrant island life.
Your Updated Haven: Modern Elegance: Step into a fully updated space featuring high-end finishes and stylish furnishings. King-Sized Comfort: The primary bedroom boasts a plush king-sized bed and a private en-suite bathroom for ultimate relaxation. Guest-Ready: The second bedroom offers two new full bunk beds, perfect for friends or family, with a convenient full bathroom nearby. Fully Equipped Kitchen: Whip up delicious meals in the well-appointed kitchen with everything you need for a home-cooked feast. Relaxing Lanai: Enjoy your morning coffee or evening cocktails on the screened-in lanai, complete with comfortable seating.
Resort-Style Amenities (Without the Resort Fees): Heated Pool: Take a refreshing dip in the community's heated pool, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring. Beach Access: Walk or bike to the world-famous Captiva Island beaches, known for their powdery sands and stunning sunsets. Island Adventures: Discover nearby restaurants, shops, and water sports activities – there's always something exciting to do on Captiva.
Why Choose This Condo? Private Management: Enjoy personalized service and direct communication with the owner for a seamless vacation experience. Savings: By booking directly, you'll save significantly on daily resort fees while still enjoying the condo's prime location and amenities.
Flexibility: Choose the unit that best suits your needs and preferences, unlike traditional resort bookings.
The Perfect Getaway: Whether you're seeking a romantic escape, a family vacation, or a fun-filled getaway with friends, this Captiva Island condo provides the ideal setting for creating lasting memories. Book your stay today and experience the magic of island living!
Important Notes
Private Management This condo is privately managed and not affiliated with the resort. Guests do not have access to resort amenities. A paid laundry facility is available on the ground level.
Beach Gear Beach chairs and umbrellas are not included. Instead, your stay includes a VayKLife credit for beach essentials such as chairs, umbrellas, coolers, wagons, and more. Delivery is included. On-site availability cannot be guaranteed. Your booking confirmation includes a link to redeem your credit.
Elevator Notice The building elevator is currently functional, but as mechanical equipment, uninterrupted operation cannot be guaranteed. Refunds cannot be issued for elevator outages.
Construction & Maintenance Currently, there are no ongoing repairs or construction within the Resort. Should any occur during your stay, refunds will not be issued for disruptions caused by maintenance or repairs beyond our control.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About the area
Captiva
Located in Captiva, this condo is near the beach. Captiva Chapel By the Sea and Sanibel Historical Village and Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Alison Hagerup Beach Park. Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Captiva, FL
What's nearby
Alison Hagerup Beach Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Captiva Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
McCarthy's Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Jensen’s Marina - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Captiva Chapel By the Sea - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 76 min drive
Restaurants
Mainstay North Captiva & Barnacles Bar
Mangos
The Green Flash Waterfront Restaurant - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 8 min walk
The Bubble Room - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Villa 3237 Captiva Island Escape: Updated Condo with Pool, Steps to Beaches have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Villa 3237 Captiva Island Escape: Updated Condo with Pool, Steps to Beaches?
As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa 3237 Captiva Island Escape: Updated Condo with Pool, Steps to Beaches on 16 Jul 2026 start from £174, 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 Villa 3237 Captiva Island Escape: Updated Condo with Pool, Steps to Beaches pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Villa 3237 Captiva Island Escape: Updated Condo with Pool, Steps to Beaches?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Villa 3237 Captiva Island Escape: Updated Condo with Pool, Steps to Beaches?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Villa 3237 Captiva Island Escape: Updated Condo with Pool, Steps to Beaches?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Villa 3237 Captiva Island Escape: Updated Condo with Pool, Steps to Beaches located?
Situated by the sea, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Alison Hagerup Beach Park, McCarthy's Marina and Captiva Beach. Jungle Drums and Jensen’s Marina are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! I am thrilled to hear the property was perfect for your group. We take a lot of pride in hosting groups of all sizes and providing a seamless, 'no-surprises' getaway. We’d love to have you back again soon!
The view from our balcony was amazing. 0ur bed was super comfortable. The location was perfect.
Tracie G.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb 2026
We truly appreciate your kind words! It’s wonderful to hear that the views, comfort, and location all met your expectations. Thank you for choosing to stay with us, and we hope to welcome you back soon.
Great place! Very comfortable, in a nice area with all the amenities one would want. The warm pool was very enjoyable as well. We were upgraded to beach front, and while it wasn't advertised as included we were lucky to have access to chairs and beach equipment, which was nice!
Ken H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar 2026
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! I am thrilled that you found the condo so comfortable and enjoyed the 'warm pool' and all the amenities.
It was a pleasure being able to upgrade you to a beachfront unit for your stay. We love it when we can provide that extra 'island magic' for our guests! I’m also glad you were able to make good use of the beach chairs and equipment to be fully 'beach ready' from the moment you arrived. We would love to have you back for another relaxing stay soon!
I would suggest putting a book in there for various activities and things that need to be done.
Vanesa D.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Dec 2025
Thank you for the helpful suggestion! We wanted to share that we now include all activity recommendations, local tips, and important information in our online guest app. This allows us to keep everything updated in real time without needing to change physical pages, so guests always have the most current information during their stay. We truly appreciate your feedback and are always looking for ways to improve the experience.
Loved this condo and would recommend staying here!
Abby R.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're absolutely delighted to hear that you loved your stay and recommend our condo to others.
We strive to provide a fantastic guest experience, and it's truly rewarding to know that we succeeded.
We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future!
We love the island of Captiva and enjoyed our long getaway weekend. The VRBO had all the amenities we needed. We were a bit disappointed to see the level of construction right outside our deck which prevented us from using the screen porch. Otherwise, it was great.
Lani P.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar 2025
Thank you for your review and for sharing your experience at our VRBO. We're glad you love Captiva Island and enjoyed your long getaway weekend. We strive to provide all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay, and we're happy to hear that you found our property well-equipped.
We understand your disappointment regarding the construction outside your deck. We apologize for any inconvenience this caused and appreciate your understanding as we work to improve the property. We are making every effort to minimize disruptions to our guests while the resort is completing those upgrades.
We're glad that you otherwise had a great experience and hope that you were able to enjoy the many other wonderful aspects of Captiva Island.
We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future for an even better experience.
Great time on the island. Rental was nice though both of us thought the toilet seats very uncomfortable. I know weird comment but there you go. No decent knife in the kitchen.Otherwise very nice.
Christine W.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed your time on the island and that you found the rental to be nice overall.
We appreciate you bringing up the toilet seats and the lack of a decent knife. We'll definitely look into replacing the toilet seats and adding a sharper knife to the kitchen for future guests.
We hope you'll consider staying with us again in the future!
The property was just perfect for our family. Very clean and had everything we needed! It seemed even more updated than the photos showed which was a pleasant surprise. The location on the property was just as expected. Close to the pool and an easy walk to the beach. The only reason I rated a 4 for location is there was construction right outside of our lanai so we didn’t really use it. When the construction is done it will be a large pool complex that you won’t have access to. That might be a problem if you have kids in your group that can see but not use it.
Laura M.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are thrilled to hear that the property was perfect for your family, very clean, and had everything you needed. We're also glad you found it even more updated than the photos showed – that's always a nice surprise! We're happy the location on the property met your expectations with its proximity to the pool and easy beach access.
We truly appreciate your honest feedback regarding the construction outside your lanai and understand your disappointment in not being able to fully utilize it. We also acknowledge your point about the future large pool complex and the potential issue of visibility without access for families with children. We are actively monitoring the progress of this construction and will strive to provide clearer information to future guests regarding its status and any impact on their stay.
Thank you for the 5-star rating despite the construction. We are so glad that overall, the property was perfect for your family, and we hope to welcome you back in the future when the construction is complete and you can fully enjoy all the amenities.
The grounds are still in terrible shape from hurricanes. The outside view is of them putting in a new pool with construction going on.
I got over 30 bites on my body I believe it was from the couch or quilt that I used that was in the bedroom dresser.
Jen C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Dec 2024
Thank you for your review. We understand your disappointment with the condition of the grounds. We want to emphasize that we clearly state in our listing description, in bold red letters, that the property is undergoing post-hurricane reconstruction. This includes details about ongoing construction projects, such as the pool replacement you mentioned.
We are diligently working to restore the property to its pre-hurricane condition, but it is an ongoing process. We appreciate your understanding as we navigate these challenges.
Regarding the bites you experienced, we are sorry to hear about this. It's possible they were caused by no-seeums, tiny biting insects that are common in coastal areas. These insects can cause reactions in certain individuals, and we recommend using insect repellent as a precaution.
It's disheartening to receive a negative review despite our transparent disclosures about the property's condition. We are committed to providing accurate information and ensuring our guests have a comfortable stay, even as we rebuild from the impacts of multiple hurricanes.
We hope that despite these challenges, you were able to enjoy some aspects of your stay.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Celeste H.
12 Dec 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
We love Captiva!
The property was clean but smelled moldy. I was informed via text three hours before check-in that some amenities would not be available and some local restaurants may not be open. I was NEVER informed that the laundry room was non-operational or the heated pool that was advertised. The management company did drop off extra towels and did pick up our dirty laundry the Wednesday evening of our stay and returned them Friday morning, the day before our departure. We were also informed via text that the AC unit could not be set lower than 72 degrees or the unit would freeze up and if it froze up from our lowering it below 72- would could be charged for repairs.
The shelling, beaches and local restaurants were wonderful as was Ding Darling! We love Sanibel and Captiva!
Celeste H.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2025
Thank you for your review and for sharing your feedback about your stay. We appreciate you highlighting the cleanliness of the property and your enjoyment of the shelling, beaches, local restaurants, and Ding Darling. We agree that Sanibel and Captiva are truly special places!
We sincerely apologize that you experienced a moldy smell in the property and for the inconvenience of the last-minute notification regarding some amenities. We understand how frustrating it is to arrive and find that advertised features are unavailable. We also regret that you were not informed about the non-operational laundry room and the heated pool in advance. We strive to communicate any changes to property amenities as promptly and clearly as possible, and we clearly fell short in this instance. We do disclose all of that information on each property description and message guests prior to arrival, however, again, we'll make sure to re-double our efforts in that regard moving forward.
We appreciate you acknowledging our efforts to provide extra towels and assist with the laundry service. We aim to be responsive to our guests' needs, even when unforeseen issues arise.
Regarding the AC unit, we apologize for the restrictions and any discomfort this may have caused. We have to balance guest comfort with the functionality of the units, but we will review our communication regarding this policy to ensure it is clearer and more helpful in the future.
We are truly sorry that these issues detracted from your overall experience. We value your feedback and will use it to improve our communication and property management practices. We hope that despite these challenges, you were still able to enjoy the beauty of Sanibel and Captiva.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristie H.
31 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Had many issues!
The property was fantastic! We loved staying there with the screened in balcony. The place was clean, had plenty of things to do around the area.I don't think you're clear enough in your instructions. I'm old! I need clear instructions on how to operate the TV. I did not know that I needed to bring my own passwords along to watch television. We never did get to watch the regular news! We were told that the beaches were open then when we arrive they are not open. It was not clear that we could walk to the beach near our place. There wasn't anyone to ask questions of! We saw some people walking with beach chairs and asked where they were going. That is how we found the beach near us! I had asked the guards at the gate and they said we were not allowed on the beach there! We were not told that there was a shuttle that could have taken us to other places. My brother in law wanted to go fishing near us and we could have been dropped off! We found out about the shuttle on the last night we were there! We were told there was a laundry, but did not say where it was, finally found it and the code did not work to get in! We did enjoy our stay, we just wish you could have been clearer on what we could have done.
Kristie H.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2025
Thank you for your fantastic review regarding the property itself, and for your honest feedback about our communication. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, especially the screened-in balcony and the surrounding area.
We sincerely apologize for the confusion and frustration you experienced regarding the TV operation, beach access, laundry facilities, and shuttle service. We understand that clear and comprehensive instructions are essential, especially for guests who prefer a more straightforward approach. We will absolutely take your feedback to heart and revise our guest information to be more detailed and user-friendly.
We are particularly sorry for the miscommunication regarding the beach access and the conflicting information you received from the gate guards. We will address this issue with our team to ensure consistent and accurate information is provided to all guests. We also regret that you were not informed about the shuttle service and its availability for fishing trips and other excursions.
Regarding the laundry facility, we apologize for the lack of clear directions and the non-working code. We will ensure that the location and access instructions are clearly communicated to future guests.
We understand how important it is to have access to regular news, and we are sorry you were unable to watch it during your stay. We will clarify the need for personal streaming passwords in our instructions.
We are truly grateful for your detailed feedback. It helps us identify areas where we can improve and provide a better experience for our guests. We are glad you enjoyed your stay overall, and we hope you will consider giving us another chance to show you our improved communication and service.
A nice getaway... it was exactly what we needed for the weekend!
Daniel M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! I am so glad to hear that your stay was exactly what you needed for a nice weekend getaway. Whether it's a short break or a long vacation, we always aim to provide a seamless and relaxing experience. We would love to have you back on the island whenever you need another escape!
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