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Car-Free Island Escape | Pool, Spa + Golf Cart

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A resort with a large swimming pool, a marina, and lush greenery.
Welcome to Paradise
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.
A coastal residential area with houses featuring blue and white exteriors, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear view of the ocean.
A balcony with a view of the ocean and beach, a chair, and a table.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to North Captiva Island Beach
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Captiva, FL
  • Place, North Captiva Island Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Guest King Room

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Guest Room 2

1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Guest Room 2

Toilet · Shower only

Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Off Living Area

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Car-Free Island Escape | Pool, Spa + Golf Cart

Escape to Tortuga Sunset, a modern 2021-built retreat on North Captiva, a car-free barrier island reachable only by ferry, boat, or small plane. Watch Gulf sunsets from your screened lanai, float in your private heated saltwater pool and spa, and explore sandy island paths with the included 6-passenger golf cart. No cars, no crowds, just island time.

The Space, Designed for Connection & Comfort
2,350 sq ft ranch-style home (built 2021) with soaring cathedral ceilings, oversized doorways, and a bright, open layout.

Sleeping (Sleeps 10)
• 3 King master suites, each with a private ensuite full bath
• One king suite also features a double Murphy bed
• Another king suite includes twin bunk beds, perfect for kids

Indoor Living
Open-concept layout, gourmet kitchen, 5 HD smart TVs, high-speed Starlink WiFi.

Outdoor Living
• Private heated saltwater pool + spa (open year-round)
• Screened sunset porch with Gulf views
• Outdoor kitchen, grill, fire pit, lounge area + ping pong

Island Charm
The home sits beside the island's small airstrip, guests love watching the occasional small plane or helicopter come and go. It's a quiet, distinctive slice of island life (not a busy runway). For safety, guests may not walk onto the airstrip.

Arrival Made Easy
Our local property manager greets you at the dock, helps with luggage and groceries, and gives you a quick home and island orientation.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
Destination weddings, family Birthday celebrations
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Pets

Pets allowed
Please no pets on furniture
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest is required to sign a Rental Agreement. Security deposit required of $400. Quiet hours are from 10 pm - 7 am.
Minimum age to rent is 27 years old. NO PETS/NO PARTIES/NO EVENTS. NO SMOKING (of any type) OR USAGE OF ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES/DRUGS
NO FIREWORKS, BONFIRE OR OPEN FLAMES. Violations of any occupancy conditions may result in immediate eviction and loss of deposit/refund

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2996328vb
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Destination weddings, family Birthday celebrations
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

About the area

Captiva

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in North Captiva, a neighbourhood in Captiva. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bowman's Beach and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
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Captiva, FL

What's nearby

  • North Captiva Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Mainstay North Captiva & Barnacles Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • The Mucky Duck
  • The Bubble Room
  • ‪Mangos - ‬10 min walk
  • Starbucks

Frequently asked questions

Does Car-Free Island Escape | Pool, Spa + Golf Cart have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Car-Free Island Escape | Pool, Spa + Golf Cart?

As of 20 Jul, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Car-Free Island Escape | Pool, Spa + Golf Cart on 30 Aug, 2026 start from S$3,216, 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 Car-Free Island Escape | Pool, Spa + Golf Cart pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Car-Free Island Escape | Pool, Spa + Golf Cart?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Car-Free Island Escape | Pool, Spa + Golf Cart?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Car-Free Island Escape | Pool, Spa + Golf Cart?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Car-Free Island Escape | Pool, Spa + Golf Cart located?

This family-friendly Captiva holiday home is located by the sea, 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from North Captiva Island Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bowman's Beach and Alison Hagerup Beach Park. Captiva Beach and Turner Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property’s layout was amazing, everything was labeled, tons of stuff to do, and everything was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the layout of the home and found everything well organized and easy to use. We work hard to provide plenty of amenities and activities so our guests can relax and make lasting memories. It was a pleasure hosting you at Tortuga Sunset, and we hope to welcome you back to North Captiva Island again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope you made many cherished memories.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our third stay in North Captiva and this house was by far the best! Everything was great, to the amenities, cleanliness, and communication. Being next to the air strip was definitely a bonus. The location to everything was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2026
Thank you so much for the amazing review and for choosing Tortuga Sunset for your third trip to North Captiva! We’re honored to hear this was your favorite stay yet. We’re so glad you enjoyed the amenities, cleanliness, communication, and convenient location. Being next to the airstrip definitely makes island travel a little easier and more fun! We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Tortuga Sunset again soon for another unforgettable island getaway.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SHERLLY B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was beautiful! Perfect location , had an amazing time with the family!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a very nice property and overall great experience! The owners were very easy to get ahold of and the property manager was very helpful on both arrival and departure… our vacation could not have gone smoother and my kids did not want to leave.
Adult Manatee
Baby Manatee
Sunset
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov, 2025
Thank you for such a nice review. So glad to hear you enjoyed yourself.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

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

Great Family Vacation Home

Home and Island were beautiful, Children and grandchildren loved the house, pool, beaches and watching the planes land.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Feb, 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoyed your time at our home and island getaway. It's fantastic to hear that your children and grandchildren had a great time exploring the house, relaxing by the pool, and soaking in the beauty of the beaches. We're glad you got to experience the excitement of watching the planes land too! We hope to welcome you all back again soon for another memorable stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an AMAZING week from start to finish. The communication prior to arrival was extremely informative. We were met by a smile as we arrived on Captiva Island. He made sure we had everything we needed to get our vacation started right. The house is perfect with everything you could possibly need for your stay. Already planning our next trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel N.

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

Wow! What a house!

Our family had a wonderful time staying here. The house has pretty much everything you need. Outside it has a swimming pool, hot tub, ping pong table, bean bags, hammocks, paddle boards, chairs, flat top grill, and umbrellas for the beach. The inside was amazing with a full kitchen. If we ever comeback to North Captiva, Tortuga Sunset will be at the top of our list!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Wonderful Stay @ Tortuga Sunset

Our stay at Tortuga Sunset was amazing! The house is exactly as described and was absolutely perfect! Our teenagers were hardly ever out of the pool and hot tub and the pool was nice and cool after a long beach day. Watching the planes and helicopters take off and land was a highlight for the whole family. Can’t imagine a better location on the island - staying next to the airstrip was fabulous! Great sunset views from the balcony and also enjoyed having a cup of coffee in the mornings while looking out at the ocean from my coffee spot in the dining room! Seeing the gopher tortoises around the island was so fun and definitely one of our favorite parts! Loved watching them munching on the grass and plants. Beaches were quiet and beautiful and there is exceptional shelling at the end of the road the house is on. We are avid shellers and have found both a Junonia and Scotch Bonnet on that beach which made our day! The owner was happy to answer any questions we had and it’s obvious how much they love & care for their home - it has everything you need! We spent a couple of rainy days doing puzzles and reading while still enjoying the setting. Shally’s property management was also great and there to pick us up and take us back to the ferry. 10/10 for the stay and we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sienna J.

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

Favorite House on the Island

This was our third time staying on North Captiva, and life the first two times we loved every minute of our stay. But this time was different, it was better and it was this house that made the difference! From its location, to the layout of the house we absolutely loved it! The pool a d spa were a huge hit for everyone! The spa heater worked very well, unlike other homes that we have stayed at. Shally’s grocery service was amazing and worth every penny of the fee! We will never do it any other way. Arriving after a long day of travel to find the fridge and pantry stocked with food was a very comforting. This is a wonderful home for a family with kids or up to three couples(each room has a minimum a nice king bed). The open layout of the common areas makes time together intimate, while the room layout makes you feel like you have the place all to yourself. I recommend this place to my family and friends and whoever else wants to visit the island. Oh, and the golf cart was amazing! It was like driving a limo, we road around the island in comfort and style.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Nov, 2023
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay at Green Tortuga. We strive to give the best experience to our guests. Thank you for taking care of our home during your stay. Happy Holidays and hope to host you again soon. Paula
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay and would definitely recommend this property. The house was very clean, well maintained, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. It easily accommodated our group, and the communication with the property manager was excellent from start to finish. They were responsive, helpful, and made the entire process smooth. We had no issues during our stay and would be happy to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, even better than in the photos! Excellent management company too
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2026
Thank you so much, Sam, for your wonderful 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear that Tortuga Sunset exceeded your expectations and that you found the home even better than the photos. It also means a lot to know you had a great experience with our management team. We truly appreciate you choosing to stay with us and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable North Captiva getaway!

About the host

Hosted by ownerRez

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We are the founders of Tortuga Paradise, proud to host travelers on beautiful car-free North Captiva Island, where we share our passion for island living and unforgettable family vacations.

We're a passionate, adventure-loving family who discovered North Captiva by serendipity in 2017 and instantly fell in love. Since then, the island has become a cherished part of our lives and family traditions.

While my husband works as a landscape contractor in Michigan, I serve as a pediatric RN at the University of Michigan. Together we balance our careers with our greatest joy, time with our family of five children (ages 15 to 36), three sons-in-law, one daughter-in-law, and four grandchildren. Traveling together has been the foundation of our best memories.

We are deeply committed to preserving the beauty and uniqueness of North Captiva. We support island conservation and community efforts, including educational signage, infrastructure improvements, and sustainable beach access projects that protect this special place for future generations.

Our home is your home. We hope you experience the magic, peace, and tropical beauty of North Captiva Island as deeply as we have.

Why they chose this property

Why Tortuga Sunset Stands Out
• Newer construction (2021) modern, bright, spacious
• 3 King master suites, all with private ensuites (rare on the island)
• Larger square footage than most 3BR island homes
• Private heated saltwater pool + spa (not shared)
• 6-passenger golf cart included (many homes charge extra)
• Gulf sunset views from the screened lanai
• 5.0 rating | Top 10% of homes

Guests consistently mention the cleanliness, smooth check-in, spacious design, and how peaceful this car-free barrier island feels.

What makes this property unique

Why North Captiva Island?

A true car-free barrier island. No bridge, no cars, no crowds, the ferry ride over is when vacation begins.

Florida's best shelling. The Captiva island chain is world-famous for shelling. Walk uncrowded beaches and fill your bucket with treasures.

Untouched nature. Dolphins offshore, herons in the mangroves, sea turtles in season, this is Old Florida, unspoiled.

Built for family reunions. Slow days, sunset dinners, golf cart adventures, and time together without distractions.

Real peace and privacy. Accessible only by ferry, boat, or small plane, North Captiva offers something increasingly rare: genuine escape.

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