Højt bedømt for det fuldt udstyrede køkken, der er perfekt til alle måltider.
Strandudstyr
Et sjældent fund – strandudstyret er klar til skønne dage ved havet.
Central beliggenhed
Du er aldrig langt fra din destination med denne praktiske beliggenhed.
Oplev nærliggende seværdigheder
I nærheden af Captiva Beach
5 soveværelser4+ badeværelserPlads til 10 personer
Populære faciliteter
Altan
Boblebad på stedet
Privat pool
Hundevenligt
Legetøj
Grill
Udforsk området
Captiva, FL
Captiva Beach
Place, Captiva Beach
7 min. gang
Jensen’s Marina
Place, Jensen’s Marina
8 min. gang
Captiva Chapel By the Sea
Place, Captiva Chapel By the Sea
11 min. gang
Punta Gorda Lufthavn (PGD)
Airport, Punta Gorda Lufthavn (PGD)
99 min. kørsel
Værelser og sovepladser
5 soveværelser (10 sovepladser)
Soveværelse 1
1 kingsize-seng
Soveværelse 2
1 kingsize-seng
Soveværelse 3
2 enkeltsenge
Soveværelse 4
1 kingsize-seng
Soveværelse 5
1 kingsize-seng
4 badeværelser, 1 toilet
Badeværelse 1
Toilet · Kun brusekabine · Boblebadekar
Badeværelse 2
Toilet · Kun brusekabine
Badeværelse 3
Toilet · Kun brusekabine
Badeværelse 4
Toilet
Badeværelse 5
Badekar eller brusekabine · Toilet
Områder
Terrasse eller gårdhave
Veranda eller hawaiiansk terrasse
Køkken
Kontor
Altan
Separat spiseområde
Have
Spiseområde
Om overnatningsstedet
Absentminded ... i Captiva Island Village ... Kort gåtur til strand og shopping!
Velkommen til vores luksuriøse sommerhus, Absentminded. Vores smukke velindrettede hjem er beliggende i centrum af landsbyen Captiva med stranden eller bugten kun en kort blok væk! Du vil sætte pris på at bo i landsbyen, idet vi går i afstand til alt ... strand, restauranter, lystbådehavne, shopping mv.
Denne rummelige 3,211 kvadratmeter hjem fire soveværelser / 4. 5 bad privat hjem komfortabelt sover 10 (nemt håndterer flere par eller din udvidede besætning) og er designer færdig i ø stil. Huset har fire private suiter (hver med privat badeværelse), en tre-etages caged Lanai (en af de få tre historier fuldt screenet i Lanai er i Captiva .... vores gæsters kærlighed det er privatlivets fred og den beskyttelse, det giver ikke afregne ... formentlig den bedste Lanai i Captiva) med en stor opvarmet pool med spa og mange gode faciliteter, herunder en indbygget gas grill på poolniveauet, et bordtennisbord, Jenga, plus mange legetøj og spil til børn unge og gamle!
Vi er virkelig midt på øen og kun få skridt til ... stranden til beskydning, solbadning og svømning ... bugten for at se solopgang, fiskeri, sejlsport og manatee ser på ... sjove restauranter som det berømte Bubble Room (i en retning), til South Seas Resort og Doc Fords (anden retning) eller til den fantastiske Mucky Duck (ved stranden) til romantiske solnedgange. Og hvis du ikke kan vente til den første kop kaffe ... Starbucks er en kort gåtur væk. Captiva Island er kun omkring 600 meter (to blokke) på det bredeste punkt, så du er bogstaveligt talt skridt væk fra stranden, uanset hvor du er. Når du ankommer og parkerer din bil, forlader du måske ikke øen for resten af ferien.
Velkommen til solskin !!! Velkommen til øerne!
Vores stueetage indgangen er indbydende og funktionel med fire separate skabe til at gemme alle dine strand forsyninger (eller disse ubehagelige vinterfrakker), mens du nyder Captiva solskin. Strandhåndklæderne er her så hurtigt tag en og gå til stranden, som er kun en kort gåtur over gaden og ned sandet Laika Lane til vores fantastiske verdensberømte strand, legende delfiner og virkelig vidunderlige solnedgange. De to bil garage har masser af strandstole, parasoller, strand legetøj og strand vogne til din korte gåtur til stranden, shopping eller vores mange restauranter. Garagen har adgang til elevator (for vores gæster, der kræver tilgængelighed), og et ekstra køleskab. Stueetagen lavere niveau har et halvt bad pulverrum praktisk til de tre etagers screenet-i underholdning / pool-område med en indbygget grill, udendørs middagsbord, teakbar og flere loungestole til lazing rundt om poolen og spa . Det store poolterrasse er et fantastisk område at holde de små travle eller at have og have det sjovt at lege i poolen eller med brætspil, mens voksne vil finde et afslappende, fredeligt sted at tage en middagslapie før de går mod Mucky Duck til endnu en smuk solnedgang. Og hvis vejret bliver skævt (påmindelse er vi på øerne!) , rolig, der er masser af pooldækket under dækning for at underholde dine gæster! Pooldækket har også en udendørs bruser og et omklædningsrum. Denne pool dæk er et fantastisk udendørs rum ... du kan aldrig vil forlade huset! Vores gentagende gæster har rapporteret, at de tre historier, der blev screenet i lanai, var en vigtig forskel maker ... godt vejr eller dårligt. Gå på hovedetagen i huset, du bliver mødt af Florida solskin, da det strømmer gennem plantage skodder ind i en meget åben grundplan og Shelly Turtle fremtrædende vises på hovedvæggen af det hyggelige Great Room. Der er masser af plads til alle vores gæster, et 55 tommer fladskærms-LCD-tv, dvd-afspiller (med masser af dvd'er), XBOX One (så medbring dine yndlingsspil), katedrallofter med loftvifte og en mur af vinduer med franske døre, der fører ud til den screenede øvre stuen lanai med en vindeltrappe til pooldækket nedenfor. Det veludstyrede og store køkken med morgenmadskrog inviterer til kokken og udtagsmængden ens, --- nævner vi at der er otte restauranter inden for omtrent en blok eller to? Den tilstødende spisestue har plads til ti gæster og dobbelt franske døre ud til endnu et skærmet dæk med udsigt over poolen. Hovedetagen king-size soveværelse suite har et komplet badeværelse med bruseniche. Kontoret / døren inkluderer et skrivebord (for de udvidede gæster, der skal udføre noget arbejde), en printer, bogsække og ekstra soveplads til to med en sovesofa og trille. Hovedniveauet er også udstyret med en vaskemaskine og tørretumbler i det eget vaskeri så pack lys !! Og ja, huset har WI-Fi.
Vi ved, at du sætter pris på dit privatliv, så vi har tre øverste soveværelse suiter! Gå op ad nogle trapper til dette tredje niveau og find den første suite, det sort / hvide rum, med en king-size seng med et stort komplet badeværelse med step-in bruser. Den anden suite har king-size seng med et vedhæftet badeværelse med en fuld størrelse badekar til at bade de små. Føreren suite har en king-size seng, en-suite stort badeværelse med dobbelt vaskeskabe, jacuzzi til at forkæle dig selv, et separat brusebad og et toiletbord med en dressing stol. Føreren suite gæster vil lounge på den private dæk i deres "kørestole" med udsigt over poolområdet nedenfor. Se til venstre for at se skønheden i Pine Island Sound !!
Sanibel og Captiva blev navngivet af Frommer i 2012 som nummer én destination i verden (ja, endda over Paris, Tahiti osv.). I 2016 blev vores Captiva solnedgang rangeret som nummer én solnedgang. Vores strand er konsekvent stemt som en af de bedste florida strande og er nummer et til beskydning. WOW! Det er sandsynligt, at du ikke vil forlade landsbyen, men hvis du hopper i din bil, skal du nyde den verdensberømte 7.000 hektar Ding Darling Nature Preserve eller Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum, fantastiske shoppingområder og snesevis af andre fantastiske restauranter på Sanibel. Sanibel har over 20 miles af vandre / cykelstier. Jeg ved, at jeg har nævnt vores fantastiske solnedgange og strande, men vores yndlings Captiva-minder rejser til bugten tidligt om morgenen med vores døtre for at se solopgangen og nyd manaterne!
Dette er et fantastisk hus, bygget i 2002, professionelt designet og helt opdateret i 2015. Det er det perfekte sted for en stor familie eller flere par, der søger at nyde alt, hvad Captiva Island har at tilbyde. Tro ikke på os; se de uafhængige 5 * anmeldelser nedenfor! Vores travle årstider fylder hurtigt, så vær venlig at have alternative datoer til rådighed for at opleve Absentminded og Captiva. Din familie og venner vil lave minder på Absentminded, der vil vare en levetid, og som så mange af vores faste, fredelige romantiske Captiva og Absentminded vil trække dig tilbage år efter år!
Bundlinjen bedes du gennemgå vores tidligere gæster "anmeldelser" .... de vil fortælle dig en uvildig historie ... meget få hjem i Captiva Village har 40-50 anmeldelser på 5 * niveau (faktisk er vores hjem rangeret som nr. 1 i Captiva med VRBO til 5 * ratings !!) ....vores beliggenhed er perfekt, huset er pletfri og vi arbejder hårdt for at give dig den perfekte øoplevelse!
Vores hus er beliggende i landsbyen (et must da landsbyen har meget begrænset udenfor besøgende parkering) og let at finde. Pas på under din rejse fra fastlandet for at hastighedsgrænsen håndhæves strengt under den tre kilometer lange tur til Sanibel Island, men du har ikke travlt. Din første udsigt over havet vil bremse dig!
En sidste ting at sætte et smil på dit ansigt .... venligst gå til følgende URL, der viser Captiva Island. Denne korte video vil sælge dig, at Captiva Island er virkelig et unikt feriested, som du ikke finder på fastlandet. God fornøjelse!!
Restaurantvalg: Alle restauranterne i landsbyen Captiva er inden for gåafstand fra huset. Parkering omkring øen er temmelig begrænset, så det er et stort plus.
Kun få døre fra os mod syd er Captiva Cantina. Hvis du fortsætter mod Andy Rosse på Captiva Drive (så tilbage mod Sanibel), er det berømte Bubble Room på hjørnet af Captiva Drive og Andy Rosse. Maden er god og desserterne er endnu bedre. Vi tager ofte et stykke kage til en aftensmad, selvom vi har haft middag på et andet sted. På Andy Rosse (vende mod havet), vil du se Key Lime Bistro og RC Otter lige over gaden. Begge er gode restauranter med udendørs siddepladser og har levende underholdning om eftermiddagen og aftenen. Ved siden af RC Otter's er Sunshine Seafood. Den Mucky Duck er i slutningen af Andy Rosse på stranden (Captiva's eneste strandfront restaurant). De har en dejlig udendørs gårdhave med levende musik omkring happy hour tid, og du kan spise frokost udenfor med mad service fra baren. De har også mere formelle spisesteder inde, og det er stedet at se solnedgangen, som er et MUST arrangement i Captiva. En anden mulighed er Green Flash, som er lidt forbi Andy Rosse på Captiva Drive. Green Flash er den eneste restaurant med udsigt over bugten. I den anden retning fra huset, og lige ved tur til at komme ind i South Seas Resort, er Doc Fords tilbage i hjørnet af pladsen. Vi nyder virkelig den udendørs gårdhave der .... også med levende musik. Starbucks er lige overfor gaden. Hvis du vil komme ind i bilen, er et par andre muligheder restauranten på 'Tween Waters (hvis du overvejer at gå, kan du måske kombinere middag med en aften på krabbe-løbene, der afholdes to gange om ugen, og der er to shows, familie og voksen) og Mad Hatter (der går tilbage mod Sanibel og lige før man krydser broen til Sanibel), sandsynligvis den "bedste" restaurant på Captiva. Og ja vi har pizza i landsbyen. Og i januar / april besøg Farmer's Market, som er placeret på Doc Fords parkeringsplads.
Kæledyr er tilladt: Kun hunde under 9 kg hver (maks. ét kæledyr i alt)
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Dette overnatningssted administreres af en privat vært (en person, der ikke udlejer som virksomhed eller erhverv). EUs forbrugerlov, herunder fortrydelsesret, gælder ikke for din reservation. Din reservation er dog dækket af din private værts afbestillingsregler.
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Om området
Captiva
Denne feriebolig befinder sig tæt på stranden i Captiva. Captiva og Jensen’s Marina er et besøg værd, hvis oplevelser er på agendaen, mens dem der hellere vil nyde naturen, kan kigge forbi Sanibel Island Southern Beach og Captiva Beach. Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation og Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum er også et besøg værd. Udforsk områdets muligheder for oplevelser på, i og ved vandet såsom jetski og kajakroning i nærheden, eller nyd godt af den fri natur ved at kaste dig ud i mulighederne hvad angår cykling og økoture.
Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 63 min. kørsel
Restauranter
The Mucky Duck - 9 min. gang
The Bubble Room - 2 min. gang
The Green Flash Waterfront Restaurant - 14 min. gang
Mainstay North Captiva & Barnacles Bar
Starbucks - 4 min. gang
Ofte stillede spørgsmål
Har Absentminded ... i Captiva Island Village ... Kort gåtur til strand og shopping! en pool?
Ja, dette overnatningssted har en udendørs pool. Blandt pooltyperne finder du en opvarmet pool.
Hvad koster det at overnatte hos Absentminded ... i Captiva Island Village ... Kort gåtur til strand og shopping!?
Priserne for 1 nat for 2 voksne hos Absentminded ... i Captiva Island Village ... Kort gåtur til strand og shopping! den 7. aug. 2027 starter fra 52.055 kr., inkl. skatter og gebyrer, fra og med den 17. okt. 2026. Denne pris er baseret på den laveste pris pr. nat fundet inden for de seneste 24 timer for ophold i de næste 30 dage. Priser kan til enhver tid ændres. Vælg dine datoer for mere præcise priser.
Er Absentminded ... i Captiva Island Village ... Kort gåtur til strand og shopping! et kæledyrsvenligt overnatningssted?
Ja, dette overnatningssted tillader hunde (maks. 1 i alt) med en maksimumvægt på 9 kg pr. kæledyr.
Hvor meget koster parkering hos Absentminded ... i Captiva Island Village ... Kort gåtur til strand og shopping!?
Der er mulighed for parkering på overnatningsstedet.
Hvornår er indtjekning på Absentminded ... i Captiva Island Village ... Kort gåtur til strand og shopping!?
Indtjekning starter kl. 16.00.
Hvornår er udtjekning på Absentminded ... i Captiva Island Village ... Kort gåtur til strand og shopping!?
Udtjekning er kl. 10.00.
Hvor ligger Absentminded ... i Captiva Island Village ... Kort gåtur til strand og shopping!?
Feriested ligger ved vandet, kun 5 minutters gang fra Captiva, Jensen’s Marina og Captiva Beach. Derudover ligger Captiva Chapel By the Sea og Alison Hagerup Beach Park 10 minutter derfra.
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10/10
Rengøring
9,8/10
Indtjekning
10/10
Kommunikation
10/10
Området
10/10
Annoncens rigtighed
Anmeldelser
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Debbie F.
30. aug. 2026
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
This was our third time staying at Absentminded. We love the location to the beach, restaurants and shops. It has everything you need for making family memories on a beautiful and quiet island.
Overnattede 7 nætter i august 2026
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Cheryl R.
4. sep. 2026
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, annoncens rigtighed
Beautiful home and close to village!
Overnattede 7 nætter i juli 2026
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Melissa D.
11. jul. 2026
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Great family vacation! The property was clean and stocked with everything we needed for cooking and the beach. Great location near restaurants and short walk to the beach. We especially loved the screened pool area!
Overnattede 14 nætter i juni 2026
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Melanie S.
14. mar. 2026
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Wonderful stay!The pool area was ideal. Plenty of pool toys. Ping pong and connect four were a big plus!Beds are comfortable. Kitchen had everything we needed for making and serving meals. Plenty of beach gear with big wagons to pull a short walk to beautiful quiet beaches. Location is so convenient and close to EVERYTHING!
Overnattede 7 nætter i marts 2026
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Lisa S.
12. apr. 2026
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
We cannot say enough about our beautiful relaxing time spent at Absentminded! The home is beautifully decorated with fun island vibe decor and had everything we could possibly need from beach toys and floats for our grandchildren and a fully appointed kitchen for drinks and dinners on the covered pool deck. I especially loved my morning tea on the master suite balcony. Communication with the owners was amazing as well. Thank you for sharing your beautiful vacation home with us the memories will last a lifetime!
Overnattede 7 nætter i april 2026
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Carol T.
22. dec. 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, annoncens rigtighed
Wonderful!
Absolutely perfect place to spent our family time!
Overnattede 7 nætter i november 2024
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Karen F.
6. mar. 2020
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Family vacation
Beautiful property just a short walk to restaurants and the beach. We had plenty of room for all five of us. We really enjoyed all shells on the beach and the pool. Definitely recommend going on a dolphin sighting cruise or fishing trip.
Overnattede 7 nætter i februar 2020
Svar fra VrboOwner den 16. mar. 2020
We agree with you re renting boats to fish or just explore. On almost every visit to Absentminded we either rent a boat or book an excursion to visit one of the neighboring islands...North Captiva, Cabbage Key, Useppa Island, Cayo Costa State Park. I don't remember a time that we did not see several dolphins on our trip and/or manatees. Both Captiva Marinas (Jensen' and McCarthy's Marina) are roughly a block away and the bigger Captiva Cruises books out of South Seas Resort. Our other favorite go to activity is rent kayaks to explore the mangroves ...either at Tween Waters or at Tarpon Bay.
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Grant T.
22. jul. 2023
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Great Location and House
Enjoyed the stay as the house was equipped with everything you will need for the beach and lots of stuff for the pool as well. The two wagons made the short five minute walk a lot easier in the heat and the kids loved the shovels and beach gear that was left in the garage. Will stay again if we come back to Captiva!
Overnattede 7 nætter i juli 2023
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Linda B.
10. apr. 2023
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Absentminded on Captiva
We found the property to be very well-equipped, spacious, and clean. Carol was a superb hostess, very helpful and easy to reach. We can't thank her enough for making this a special stay.
Overnattede 7 nætter i april 2023
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Peter G.
3. aug. 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Great beach trip
Very nice house fully stocked for the beach going group. Location close to shopping; restaurants but brought everything with us to Captiva. We have 11 ppl; all were very well accommodated. Only the screen over the pool was not in place during our stay in July.
Carol is great!
Overnattede 7 nætter i juli 2024
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
laura t.
16. mar. 2025
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Perfect location
The house was exactly as portrayed. Walkable area for restaurants and shops. Sunrise and sunset in a few minutes walk. Beautiful outside pool area. Very clean. Royal Shell was promptly responsive with an issue with the grill. Family of 6
Overnattede 7 nætter i marts 2025
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Cindy S.
8. apr. 2025
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Great week with family
My husband and I were so glad to have the week of spring break with our son and his family. This home worked out perfectly with my husband and I downstairs and our son and his family upstairs. The kids loved the pool and games and we all loved the proximity to the beach , shops and restaurants. The house was welll furnished and had everything we needed to fix meals together and just enjoy our time. 5 stars!
Overnattede 7 nætter i marts 2025
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Ellen C.
7. apr. 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Fantastic Family Holiday
We could not have been happier with our stay! The property and the "supplies" were more than we knew we needed. The house was immaculate and all the comforts of home. Close to the beach and in our minds, the best spot for miles. Carol was always quick to respond and extremely helpful. Our family agrees it was our best trip ever.
We hope to be back!!
Overnattede 7 nætter i marts 2024
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Alfred F.
9. mar. 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Back to South Captiva
Great location had everything we needed and wanted. The maintenance crew was very attentive at trying to fix the hot tub! Worked for awhile but needs more attention
Overnattede 7 nætter i marts 2024
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Karen P.
2. aug. 2026
Synes godt om: Rengøring, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
After a delayed entry-we checked in at the office and retrieved keys shortly before 5pm and were informed that due to heavy storms that morning there had been flooding of some properties (not this one) and we should wait for a text from an inspector before we entered the property. We waited until 6pm, two hours past our check-in time, then called the emergency number. We were told we could enter the property and that the inspectors did not work past 5pm. We certainly understand emergency situations, but we believe this inconvenience could have been avoided with better communication. This is NOT a poor reflection on the home. It was lovely and the elevator was appreciated by older travelers. The pool area was ideal for gathering and the landscaping created a tropical vibe. The kitchen, dining, and living areas were spacious and comfortable for our group of eight. The windows and balcony areas seemed to bring the outdoors in, while the screened lanai kept unwanted visitors out. The bedrooms were comfortable and provided ample space and privacy. The garage was stocked with numerous beach chairs and a cart for hauling items to the beach. The second refrigerator in the garage was a plus! We rented golf carts and were able to explore the area, although there were several restaurants and shops within walking distance. A few chartered a fishing excursion, while others enjoyed shelling on several of the beaches. Captiva is a lovely area and we will consider visiting again.
Overnattede 7 nætter i juli 2026
Svar fra VrboOwner den 18. aug. 2026
Hi Karen.
Thank you for your honest and informational review. I was unaware of your difficulties in checking in and will take that up with the management company. There is never a situation in which you should be left without a clear plan for check-in and you should not have had to wait that long to get into the house.
I appreciate that you and your group enjoyed your time at Absentminded and in Captiva. I hope you do keep us in mind for a future trip.
Best,
Carol
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Kathy M.
25. jun. 2023
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Perfect family home
Perfect house for our family. Short one block walk to the beach. Just a few steps to the store. Patio with a roof for those quick Florida showers. Restaurants if you want within easy walking distance. Plenty of space to spread out in the house. Owners thought of everything to make our beach days Perfect. We did not lack for beach toys, coolers, or chairs at the beach. Perfect!
Overnattede 7 nætter i juni 2023
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10/10 Fremragende
Christopher C.
1. maj 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Amazing time reconnecting with Captiva!!
The house was spectacular! Better than advertised and photographed. It looks like a major remodel was completed since the last pics were taken and everything was top notch. The outdoor area and pool were phenomenal. The kids loved it and swam for 5+ hours everyday. The house was loaded with beach essentials. My 6 year old caught an amazing snook just around the corner. Carol the host and Royal Shell were a winning combo. Can’t wait to come back!
Overnattede 7 nætter i april 2024
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10/10 Fremragende
Mary Jay M.
28. dec. 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Superlative in Every Way
Lovely layout in this home with its 4 king sized bedrooms (plus a comfortable den with trundle bed). The house was thoughtfully designed, from the lower level poolside lounging area, to the beautifully decorated main living area with updated fully equipped kitchen and separate large dining room, and up to the third level gorgeous master bedroom plus two more bedrooms all with private bathrooms. The house is also perfectly situated, with easy walking distance to the beach, shopping, and restaurants. The owners have also equipped the house with beach and pool accessories and plenty of enjoyable games. We were charmed by Captiva, and LOVED our time in this home!
Overnattede 7 nætter i december 2024
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10/10 Fremragende
Megan K.
28. jun. 2026
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
The house could not have been cleaner. We had zero complaints about that. The pool area was the same. We had an issue with the lights by the pool one evening and they sent someone out the next day, answering my message about it immediately. The kitchen has everything you could need. The only issue we had with the kitchen was that there were no empty cabinets to store purchased food. They were all filled with plates. The drawers had plates in them too so that was odd, but we managed! Ended up putting everything on the counter and table that we weren’t using. There is a breakfast nook and a full dining table, as well as barstools, so there was plenty of room for everyone to sit and eat. There is also a second large fridge in the garage so that was nice. We had teens with us this year and they loved the pool. It is a decent size, very clean, and they have everything you could want to use in it. There were lots of floats, goggles, even life jackets. Our family enjoyed the giant jenga, ping pong, and the giant connect 4 they had as well. They also have everything you could need for the beach; 10 beach chairs, sand toys, umbrellas, coolers, 2 nice beach wagons, bikes, etc. It’s a bit of a walk to the beach but we had such a great time at that area of the beach-Very few people and tons of sea life! A dolphin swam by about 10 feet from us, saw groups of small stingrays, sand dollars, and the beautiful shells were endless. We would gladly stay here again!
Overnattede 7 nætter i juni 2026
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10/10 Fremragende
Michela T.
19. mar. 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Life long friends' annual vacation
Absentminded welcomes its guests with a warm and homey atmosphere. It meets all comforts beautifully from the spacious and great mattresses in the five-bedroom suites to the well-equipped kitchen The living room space is perfect for gathering. The pool area and half bath by the entrance is a fantastic feature, as is the one car garage space. It allows four vehicles to be parked.
We loved the replete turtle theme and the signs in each bathroom ;). Lots of good times were had by all guests.
All best to the hosts for their future Captiva life.
Sincerely,
Michela Tobin and Friends
Overnattede 7 nætter i marts 2024
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10/10 Fremragende
Erv S.
27. jun. 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Absentminded
Great location - great stay. We truly enjoyed our time at Absentminded. We love Captiva, and this was our first stay at this property. It was clean, decorated really nicely, and had all the amenities that we were looking for. My wife is in a powered wheelchair, and the elevator access to all the house was perfect!
A couple of notes though for future guests -
First, there were no staples in the kitchen. Not even salt and pepper... So be prepared to buy everything you'll need to cook with. A few small items would make a big difference.
Second, the screened in pool/backyard, as shown in the property pictures, isn't screened in. I can understand that Ian damaged it, but the listing should be updated so people aren't expecting it.
Other than those small items, everything was great! We were unfortunate in the weather while we were there though - a forming tropical depression hovered over Captiva for four of the days we were there. Massive rains that eventually overflowed the pool...
Overnattede 7 nætter i juni 2024
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10/10 Fremragende
Laurelee R.
9. jun. 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Absentminded is everything it promises and more!
We booked this a year in advance and we were blown away with location on Captiva- can walk everywhere! We loved the amazing gorgeous upgrades to the home not even pictured yet, The home is even more beautiful than pictured online and more spacious than can be perceived in photos. The house was sparkling clean and a decent starter set of items. We loved all the beach (wagons, sifters, chairs, surf boards) and games ( jenga was always in evenings and giant connect 4) & grill amenities. All questions we asked before our stay were answered so kindly. We actually met the owners as they were leaving on our way in finishing the absolutely stunning pool deck remodel- so lovely and helpful. Excited about all the work put into their home. Just be aware the lanai is not present that is pictured and you need bug spray. Even with fans, mosquitoes were relentless, especially if really susceptible to them. No sitting outside for morning coffee on decks without spray. I know they are in the works to remedy that and it is a huge task. There is so much construction on the recovering island. It did not take away from our joy in loving the stay-just part of the review. We loved that on the end of the street to the right a block was sunrise and just a few blocks to the left was beach and breathtaking sunsets. 4 huge spacious bedrooms with bath & the little study with trundle bed was a treat for the little. You have so much to offer in your home. Thanks so much. Can't wait to stay again.
Overnattede 7 nætter i juni 2024
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8/10 Godt
Mark H.
8. okt. 2022
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Hurricane Ian
Appreciate help from owner.
Overnattede 14 nætter i september 2022
Svar fra VrboOwner den 26. jan. 2023
Hi Mark. I am so sorry that you were chased away from the island by Hurricane Ian after only 2 nights of your stay. Most importantly I am happy that you made it home safely. Please don’t hesitate to let me know if I can help out in any other way.
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George S.
24. aug. 2022
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Amazing Week in Captiva
Stayed for a week at Absentminded with my wife and our 4 kids of varying ages. We had an amazing time. The house is beautiful and had plenty of space to spread out. it's very close to the village but the landscaping beautifully surrounds the property so you feel you are away from it all as well. The house had everything you could need. It even had coolers that we used for a charter fishing trip that we went on. Carol was easy to communicate with and was very helpful with information prior to our arrival as well as during our trip. this trip was for our daughter's sweet 16 and it was one to remember.
Overnattede 7 nætter i juli 2022
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10/10 Fremragende
Scott S.
13. aug. 2022
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Very nice home extremely comfy
Very nice property and location.
Overnattede 7 nætter i august 2022
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Vært: Carol Barnett
We are from St. Louis and know how captivating Island living is for us Northerners and have looked for years for that perfect home and place. Absentminded in Captiva Island is truly a beautiful home in a perfect island spot.
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We love the charm of Captiva Island. We vacationed here for years with our girls, later with our friends and it was an easy decision to make this paradise our go-to spot. It's a little bit of heaven right off the Florida coast! Truly one of the very few places in the USA where you have that island feel and look!! One of those places that is free from the fast pace of the city (and many tourist locales). No buildings are allowed higher than the island's palm trees. Your family will feel safe and is a perfect place to relax and just have island fun. And our guest's reviews validate that our beautiful house is in perfect shape and located central to everything in the Village/Beach area.....bottom line that Absentminded will help deliver those wonderful family memories. Captiva homes traditionally rent from Saturday to Saturday. During the off season we are somewhat flexible so please contact us on how we can make your vacation plans more accommodating.
TOP SEVEN THINGS TO DO IN CAPTIVA FOR OUR FAMILY 1) Rent kayak (with or without guide) at J.N. Ding Darling Preserve via Tarpon Bay Explorers 239-472-8900 or take their pontoon cruise around Tarpon Bay OR Rent kayak (with or without guide) at Tween Waters 800-223-5865 (both of these kayak trips are equally fun and educational 2) Rent boat for pure fishing or rent boat and travel to North Captiva bars/restaurants or Cabbage Key (piloted or bare-boat options) Jenson's Marina 239-472-5800 3) Take a Captiva Cruise 239-472-5111 out of McCarthy's Marina or South Seas Island Resort to Cabbage Key or Useppa Island (and almost guaranteed to see dolphins close up on the way) 4) Crab Races on Monday/Thursday at Tween Waters with family shows at 6 and adult shows at 9 5) Explore the J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge 239-472-1100 or just visit their Education Center 6) Shelling at Captiva Beaches or renting a boat for uninhabited islands 7) bike riding
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Our house is truly amazing and will pamper you in every room. And when your beach day is done, our amazing three story screened in enclosed pool is a perfect spot for an afternoon nap or just to play games or swim in our large pool with your family and friends. Florida is truly in the tropics so a screened-in pool area is a must have! And, 50% of the pool area is under cover and did I mention that we live on an Island (AKA rain a is not a stranger ). Absentminded is conveniently located to all Captiva has to offer. The beach is just a short stroll across the street and down the sandy path of Laika Lane and yet only a block or so away from such amazing restaurants and bars like the Bubble Room and the Mucky Duck.
All of the restaurants in the Captiva village area are within walking distance of the house. Parking around the island is very limited so that is a big plus.
A couple more hints about our island living....... in the little strip center across the road from Doc Fords there is a Starbucks at one end and a small shop with a few grocery items as well as sandwiches at the other end. At the corner of Andy Rosse and Captiva Drive there is another small market, The Island Store, that has a little bit of everything including groceries and a liquor store. Around the back of The Island Store you will find Molly Malone's which is the local seafood shop. It is not open everyday or all day but it is very good and very convenient! Check the sign for hours or just ask inside the store. Finally, next to RC Otter there is Latte DA also serving coffee as well as ice cream.
We typically do a little grocery shopping in Fort Myers before coming over to the island. Prices are better and there are several stores (i.e. Publix) on the way . Once you are on the islands, there are two nice grocery stores in Sanibel.....Bailey's and Jerry's. The selection is nice though prices are a little higher than in Fort Myers.
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