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3BR Captiva Cottage with Hot Tub & Steps to the Beach

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Captiva, FL
  • Place, Captiva Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Jensen’s Marina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Alison Hagerup Beach Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

3BR Captiva Cottage with Hot Tub & Steps to the Beach

Experience Captiva's FUN in the SUN once more with our NEWLY decorated and refreshed rental, perfect for your family to enjoy!

Welcome to Life’s A Beach! This lovely beach cottage has an excellent location along quiet, sandy Wightman Lane, one of the most desirable lanes of the Captiva Village area. From here it’s a quick stroll to the warm Gulf of Mexico sands – beach lovers will find the proximity really convenient. And you’re only a very short walk from shopping, restaurants, activities, and the Island Store.

The grounds at Life’s A Beach are carefully landscaped into a beautiful tropical garden. This is a masterwork of natural art, from potted plants and flowering shrubs up to mature palms and massive trees. The garden is enhanced with pergola and trellis structures painted in bright colors. Dense hedges offer luxurious privacy and yet open to spacious outdoor areas where you can enjoy Captiva’s gorgeous weather (when you aren’t out on the beach!).

Entering from the parking area (ample space for two vehicles), pass through a dense hedge and under a trellis archway into the front yard where a large sundeck is furnished with gaily painted chairs. Next to the deck is an inviting, open area with a picnic table. The backyard has a deck wrapping around the house. An outdoor dining table with a shade umbrella is just off the kitchen, for convenient outdoor dining.


All reservations/cancellations are subject to the terms and conditions (policies) of the American Realty Rental Agreement once the reservation is booked thru 3rd party platforms.

Policies include but are not limited to credit card/debit card convenience fees and cancellation fees.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Captiva

Located in Captiva, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Captiva Chapel By the Sea and Sanibel Historical Museum and Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum. BIG Arts Center and Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Captiva, FL

What's nearby

  • Captiva Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • McCarthy's Marina - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Jensen’s Marina - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Alison Hagerup Beach Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Captiva Chapel By the Sea - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mainstay North Captiva & Barnacles Bar
  • Mangos
  • ‪The Green Flash Waterfront Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Bubble Room - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 3BR Captiva Cottage with Hot Tub & Steps to the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 3BR Captiva Cottage with Hot Tub & Steps to the Beach?

As of 2 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3BR Captiva Cottage with Hot Tub & Steps to the Beach on 9 May, 2026 start from S$577, 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.

How much is parking at 3BR Captiva Cottage with Hot Tub & Steps to the Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3BR Captiva Cottage with Hot Tub & Steps to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3BR Captiva Cottage with Hot Tub & Steps to the Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3BR Captiva Cottage with Hot Tub & Steps to the Beach located?

Located in the heart of Captiva, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Captiva Beach, Jungle Drums and McCarthy's Marina. Jensen’s Marina and Captiva Chapel By the Sea are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

Wonderful place to staygreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Kent, Ohio

Happiness on the Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Good experience. Only complaint: Not much storage, bureaus, etc. Love the location.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Michael F.

A wonderful beach hideaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This little cottage is a great beach spot. It's clean; it has all new appliances; it has very nice new beach equipment; and central heating (which we needed due to a cold snap). The management company was very helpful and professional. Highly recommit!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Miami, FL M.

Capriva and American Realty are stronger than ever

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Over the past 32 years I have rented exclusively with American Realty on Captiva. I have stayed in multiple residences from the most expensive to the more moderate, but they all had one thing in common. They were spotless, meticulously maintained, and supported by an outstanding management staff of Lisa, Albert and Alan, who are the top professionals on the island My current stay at Life's A Beach was extremely relaxing and restful Thank you Lisa, Albert and Alan for another perfect vacation. Five Stars plus.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

stacey G.

life's a beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: "Life's a Beach" was a perfect beach cottage for our family getaway to Captiva. We loved the vegetation around the house and the close proximity to the beach! Would definitely stay there again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Craig I.

Wonderful Week at Life's a Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We thoroughly enjoyed our recent week in Florida. The house was lovely and better than described on your website. It's convenience to the Captiva shopping area and beach is great. The house was clean and had all the required amenities. Even though the ice maker in the frig wasn't working our call to maintenance was promptly responded to and bags of ice were quickly delivered. We would not hesitate to rent this property again. The only negative thing to say about our week was that we wish it could have been 2 weeks.
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Disappointing & Unacceptable Experience for Annual Vacationers

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It is with great disappointment that I write this review. I & my lifelong friend booked this trip in May 2020. We're both RN's and this is my 42nd year working. I worked thru Covid-19 in spite of being given a terminal diagnosis right prior to booking this trip. My friend lost her husband in April so this was possibly my last time to do this together with her (I live in NM and she lives in Fl) I have been the CNO at 3-hospitals and have had very nice accommodations when I traveled. As CNO Customer Service is very important.For 13-years we have came to Captiva with our spouses and always stayed at Tween Waters. After speaking with the owner, Christina Zeller, we were very excited to come based on her professionalism and description of the rental. However, the home had numerous unacceptable and substandard conditions (especially for the cost) it was a frustrating and negative experience. We decided not to call the Realty as there were so many repairs needed it could eat up much of our vacation to get them fixed.To name just a few of our concerns:***Several times/day every day, the sliding glass door came off of its track and was very difficult to get back on***Sliding glass door remained unlocked d/t the one locking apparatus was bent so it wouldn't connect (not safe for rentals)***Umbrella on outside dining table was beyond disgusting with heavy growth of mold--also a health hazard esp. with asthmatics**BBQ grill didn't work on 1/2 of grill***Outside lights leading up to the front door were lying outside of the ground and stayed unlit (safety hazard for renters after dark)***One roll of toilet tissue in each bathroom for our 13-night stay
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

LISA & AMERICAN REALTY ARE THE BEST ON CAPTIVA!!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The best part of coming to Captiva is working with Lisa at American Realty. We've been working together for MANY years and she knows my likes and needs and always surpasses my expectations. We usually stay at another property but that property hasn't been rebuilt since the last hurricane so Lisa chose this one. It was lovely and we couldn't believe she had it ready so soon after Milton hit that entire area. She's a miracle worker. If you're visiting Captiva, you should rent from American Realty!!!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

Good life at beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a wonderful time and house is so special
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

Lifes a beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Love Captiva and Lifes a Beach. Been coming for 45 years and still coming.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Douglass M.

Great little place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a last minute rental when another condo proved to be unacceptable. We were delighted that American realty had something available. It turned out to be better than we had hoped for. It was small but very comfortable for four adults. It was clean and well equipped and very convenient. It had plenty of space to park two cars and despite being surrounded by other buildings it was very private and quiet. The address in this review says AL. It should be IA for Iowa
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

Life’s a beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Basehor, KS

Good vacation on Captiva Island!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was very comfortable for my family. Access to the beach was very good. The bedding linens need improvement. The pillows and bed spreads had a very unpleasant body odor. The sheets are tissue paper thin and need replacement.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Vernon B.

Life's a Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Captiva is always a great experience with great food.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ralph P.

Excellent vacation rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had an excellent stay and found the cottage very comfortable, clean and efficient with nice privacy in spite of the closeness of adjacent houses. The beach was just a couple of minutes away. Would rent this home again anytime. The sliding kitchen door needs repair as it sticks and comes off the track.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Theresa or Jim J.

Island Paradise Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Life's a Beach was a delightful place to unwind in this season of life. It is close in proximity to so many activities. With it being a cooler week, we were able to enjoy canoeing at Myakka State Park (alligators swimming just feet away), kayaking at Ding Darling Wildlife Preserve, Captiva Sunset Cruise (spotted many dolphins playing), as well as a historical walking tour of Captiva. There are so many things to do and the location of this place is unbeatable, with several restaurants within a five minute walk (live music and great food). Life's a Beach is just steps away from the beautiful beach, where we enjoyed shelling, watching sunsets and soaking up the sun (on the warm days). If anything came up, there was an immediate response from the company. Caleb and Stephanie were great hosts and also a delight to meet!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Franziska H.

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

Location, location, location!

We had a wonderful stay at Life’s A Beach. The number one benefit was where the cottage is located. It’s steps from town and about a one minute walk to beach, which is right at the end of the road. I would recommend this cottage to anyone who wants to be right where the action is in beautiful Captiva! Monsie Hobbs
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Janessa V.

Another Great Stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our third stay at Life's A Beach and we had an excellent time once again. We had an issue with a neighbouring property and the management company was great to deal with. One improvement I would make it to replace the back sliding door. It's a real pain! But obviously a very minor thing.You are 10 houses from the beach and very close to town. We walked all over and didn't use our car once. Bliss.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy E.

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

Life’s a Beach!

Sunsets were amazing! Location was phenomenal! Hot tub was awesome! Front patio was great! Beach chairs and wagon were excellent! A few helpful needs: one board on picnic table needs fixin.’ More hooks in bedrooms and at hot tub would be helpful. A small, select set of spices would enhance the experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

Life’s a beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nice comfortable stay
Verified

8/10 Good

alice g.

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

Life's a Beach

Very good location and a cute little cottage. Rental agency was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Steve A.

Life's a Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful time at an idyllic vacation spot. Really like the kitchen updates. Master bath needs some work still but an overall wonderful time.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Caleb B.

Relax by the beach all day!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: WOW! What an amazing stay! It was perfect for my family. A short walk to watch the sunrise every morning with your coffee then a short walk to the beach to relax, read, shell hunt, grab a cocktail and apps and walk along the beach. The home is in a absolute perfect location on Captiva. I love the many options of restaurants within walking distance ( Key Lime Bistro is my favorite). The hot tub to relax in at night is fantastic and the center island in the kitchen to conversate around about the plans for the next day is great. I will come back year after year! Thank you for being a great host!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

Life's a Beach is the Bomb!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This rental was a beautiful surprise. I knew from the map we would have a great location. But to actually be here and walk in a few minutes to dinner, to the general store, to the beach was so convenient! I definitely got my steps in to allow for the extra hand-dipped ice cream, or the dinner and margaritas. The house was immaculate and perfect for our group! Sunny and bright during the day. Lots of lighting during the evening. Would stay here again in a heartbeat! And I highly recommend this location and house!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Great Time in Captiva

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Need anti-slip pads in the tub. Sliding door is very hard to open.The vacation at Life’s a Beach is very relaxing, excellent location to eating, drinking, shopping and an incredible beach. We would not trade this for anywhere else.

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