Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany S.
3 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!!
Tiffany S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
- Hot tub
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
North Captiva, FL
- North Captiva Island BeachPlace, North Captiva Island Beach4 min walk
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Double Beds
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
About this property
Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option
Located on North Captiva Island, in Safety Harbor Club, this comfortable home is conveniently located near beaches, pools, and boat docks. The house is nestled among the native palms, and has a private, wildlife-friendly setting you will love. Song birds and gopher tortoises take refuge on the property, and guests enjoy sharing the peaceful sanctuary. Beautiful beaches and refreshing pools are a short walk (5 minutes or less) or a couple minutes away by golf cart (included; see details below*). North Captiva is a bridge-less, car-free island situated in between the coastal barrier islands of Captiva and Cayo Costa. Transportation is provided by scheduled water taxis, private charter, or your own boat. The island has over 5 miles of pristine sandy beaches to explore and the southern portion includes over 350 acres of protected state park land. Golf carts, bicycles, and sandy feet are the typical mode of transportation (shoes are optional).
Guests of Gumbo Limbo will be registered with both The Island Club at North Captiva and the Safety Harbor Club and will have use of their amenities including their 3 large pools, tennis & pickle ball courts, private beach access and use of sea kayaks and bicycles. Through special arrangement with the host, a boat dock space can be rented for a daily fee at the Safety Harbor Club wharf (boat registration & insurance info will need to be provided for SHC). With, or without a boat, guests will enjoy fishing, wildlife watching or enjoying sunrises and moonrises from the harbor docks. In order to provide additional value and convenience to guests, Gumbo Limbo is currently including the use of its golf cart as an amenity for guests (*conditions apply, see details below).
Gumbo Limbo is available for up to 6 guests. The first level of the house includes the living and dining areas, the first floor porches and decks, an outdoor shower, a kitchen, first floor bedroom and bathroom. There is a queen sized bed in the bedroom and a couch with queen size pull out bed in the living area. The second level (accessed by spiral staircase) included 2 full size beds, an attached bathroom with bathtub/shower, and a small outdoor deck (perfect for star gazing or sun bathing). Starlink internet service offers fast reliable internet for guests.
Please let us know if you would like additional island information and contacts. We are happy to send you attachments that will help you plan your North Captiva Island beach vacation!
Looking for another island adventure? Our oceanfront vacation rental in The Bahamas is located on one of the world's most beautiful beaches with coral reefs directly offshore! You can check out our VRBO listing #2633271 to learn more about Sea Biscuit located on delightful Man O War Cay, Abaco, Bahamas. We hope to have you as guests on one of our favorite islands, North Captiva (Gumbo Limbo) or Man O War Cay (Sea Biscuit)!
* Golf Cart Details:
1. Golf Cart Use is only offered for groups of 4 or less. If you have more than 4 people in your group, you must rent a second golf cart in order to use the Gumbo Limbo cart. "Boats and Fun", located on North Captiva, offers golf cart rentals.
2. The Gumbo Limbo golf cart, is offered to guests for their transportation convenience (to the beaches, pools and docks). It is not offered as a recreational activity. Cart use should be minimal.
3. Guests who will be driving the golf cart must provide copies of their driver’s licenses and complete a Golf Cart Use Agreement.
Guests of Gumbo Limbo will be registered with both The Island Club at North Captiva and the Safety Harbor Club and will have use of their amenities including their 3 large pools, tennis & pickle ball courts, private beach access and use of sea kayaks and bicycles. Through special arrangement with the host, a boat dock space can be rented for a daily fee at the Safety Harbor Club wharf (boat registration & insurance info will need to be provided for SHC). With, or without a boat, guests will enjoy fishing, wildlife watching or enjoying sunrises and moonrises from the harbor docks. In order to provide additional value and convenience to guests, Gumbo Limbo is currently including the use of its golf cart as an amenity for guests (*conditions apply, see details below).
Gumbo Limbo is available for up to 6 guests. The first level of the house includes the living and dining areas, the first floor porches and decks, an outdoor shower, a kitchen, first floor bedroom and bathroom. There is a queen sized bed in the bedroom and a couch with queen size pull out bed in the living area. The second level (accessed by spiral staircase) included 2 full size beds, an attached bathroom with bathtub/shower, and a small outdoor deck (perfect for star gazing or sun bathing). Starlink internet service offers fast reliable internet for guests.
Please let us know if you would like additional island information and contacts. We are happy to send you attachments that will help you plan your North Captiva Island beach vacation!
Looking for another island adventure? Our oceanfront vacation rental in The Bahamas is located on one of the world's most beautiful beaches with coral reefs directly offshore! You can check out our VRBO listing #2633271 to learn more about Sea Biscuit located on delightful Man O War Cay, Abaco, Bahamas. We hope to have you as guests on one of our favorite islands, North Captiva (Gumbo Limbo) or Man O War Cay (Sea Biscuit)!
* Golf Cart Details:
1. Golf Cart Use is only offered for groups of 4 or less. If you have more than 4 people in your group, you must rent a second golf cart in order to use the Gumbo Limbo cart. "Boats and Fun", located on North Captiva, offers golf cart rentals.
2. The Gumbo Limbo golf cart, is offered to guests for their transportation convenience (to the beaches, pools and docks). It is not offered as a recreational activity. Cart use should be minimal.
3. Guests who will be driving the golf cart must provide copies of their driver’s licenses and complete a Golf Cart Use Agreement.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Captiva
North Captiva, a neighbourhood in Captiva, is home to this holiday home. McCarthy's Marina and Jensen’s Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore North Captiva Island Beach and Sanibel Island Southern Beach.
North Captiva, FL
What's nearby
- North Captiva Island Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Restaurants
- The Green Flash Waterfront Restaurant
- Mainstay North Captiva & Barnacles Bar - 1 min walk
- The Mucky Duck
- The Bubble Room
- Tarpon Lodge Restaurant
Frequently asked questions
Does Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option?
As of 7 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option on 18 Sept, 2026 start from S$508, 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 Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option located?
Located in North Captiva, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from North Captiva Island Beach.
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Reviews
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun, 2025
Dear Tiffany,
Thank you for being awesome guests and for taking such good care of Gumbo Limbo and its golf cart during your stay! We are glad you had a fantastic stay and we would love to have you all back again!
All the best, Sandy and Charlie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ian M.
25 Mar, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful property on an amazing island! Our first trip to NCI and we fell in love with the island. The simplicity of each day was such an amazing break from daily life - no shoes required basically. Gumbo Limbo was by far the most well-appointed property we have rented. The kitchen was outfitted to such a better degree than anything I've seen - kitchenware, pots/pans, blender, ice cream maker, ice maker, the list goes on. Given the need to bring groceries to the island, having a well-equiped kitchen was huge. Otherwise the house was immaculate, well designed and functioned perfectly. For a family of 4 it was just right - not huge by any stretch, but life on NCI is outdoors! Outdoor shower was a huge plus as well. Sandy was super responsive to all of my questions both before and during our stay, can't say enough about the experience from this perspective.Would highly recommend a stay at Gumbo limbo, not one thing to complain about!
Ian M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rex E.
8 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully renovated property. Loved the decor, wood flooring, kitchen, bath and bedroom.
Close to everything! Will stay again!
Rex E.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2023
Dear Rex,
Thank you so much for your very nice review. We greatly appreciate it! We are so glad you enjoyed the house. We have just completed the renovations to our upstairs bedroom, so we now have an additional 2 full size beds with an adjoining bathroom on the upper level. We hope you and your family will return to Gumbo Limbo soon to try out the additional sleeping quarters! We loved having you as guests--thank you again!
Sincerely, Sandy and Charlie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Heidi C.
5 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay at Gumbo Limbo
Beautiful home ! Beautiful island 🏝️
Heidi C.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2025
Thank you so much! We really appreciate having you all as guests!
Sincerely, Sandy and Charlie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrew C.
24 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice - 5 star
Enjoyed our stay here and the property managers were very accommodating. Highly recommend.
Andrew C.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2025
Dear Andrew,
Thank you for recommending Gumbo Limbo! We are so happy to have had your family as guests and would love to have you back any time!
All the best to your family,
Sandy and Charlie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Douglas C.
29 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best VRBO We Have Ever Stayed At
You do not need to look further as this is the best property on this island. Not only is the house beautiful and centrally located, the host thought of every single detail.
Douglas C.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul, 2024
Dear Doug,
Thank you so much for your kind words and the kind review. We are very glad the house worked out so well for your family and glad you were able to use the boat dock during your stay. We are grateful to have had you all as guests and hope that you will be able to come back in January to escape the cold up North! Thank you again for being such nice guests!
All the best,
Sandy and Charlie Cooper
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ralph P.
5 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
The property and the island were wonderful. We stayed with our teenage granddaughter and we all loved it!
Ralph P.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2023
Dear Ralph,
We are so happy you loved your stay! Thank you for being such wonderful guests! We would love to have you all back to Gumbo Limbo!
Sincerely,
Sandy and Charlie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Allie E.
8 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and Romantic!
A wonderful place to relax and enjoy island life! The water and beaches are perfect. Sandy is amazing and the best host you will ever have. We truly recommend visiting!
Allie E.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2023
Dear Allie,
Thank you for your kind review! We are so honored to have had you and your husband stay at Gumbo Limbo for your honeymoon on North Captiva! We are so glad you enjoyed the beautiful water and beaches. We love it too! We look forward to having you back any time! Congratulations on your marriage and all the best to you both, Sandy and Charlie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy P.
27 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Wonderful house and great location, very clean and decorated beautiful!!
Amy P.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2023
Dear Amy,
Thank you so much for your nice review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your week and look forward to having you back to Gumbo Limbo again!
All the best,
Sandy and Charlie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Larry W.
31 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
North Captiva
The home is one if not the cleanest VRBO we have stayed in. The home was well stocked, host very responsive. This location is what VRBO should be and host Sandy was great.
Larry W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Betsy M.
27 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Gumbo Limbo did not disappoint. Newly remodeled, perfect size for two people looking for something quiet and close to everything. Hosts were quick to respond and great to deal with. Will stay here again for sure!
Betsy M.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb, 2024
Dear Betsy,
Thank you for your nice review and for taking such good care of Gumbo Limbo during your stay! We love that you plan to come back, and that you found the house conveniently located and peaceful. You are always welcome! All the best, Sandy and Charlie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amanda B.
22 Dec, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
December Getaway
We had a wonderful stay at Gumbo Limbo. The house was in the perfect location and had everything you could need. Sandy was quick and helpful with all communication and any questions we had. We can’t wait to come back.
Amanda B.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan, 2024
Thank you Amanda! We would love to have you back again! We are so glad you found Gumbo Limbo to be in the perfect location. It is very conveniently located, but it is also off the busy roads and nestled in the trees so it feels very private. We are glad you enjoyed it and we very much look forward to having you back! Thanks for being such nice guests!
All the best, Sandy and Charlie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alexis G.
14 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
We had such a wonderful stay at Gumbo Limbo!
The house is soo cozy with a cottage feel, it was clean, welcoming and conveniently located to everything. Our check in to check out process was smooth and Sandy was soo accommodating. We’ll be back next summer!
Alexis G.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2023
Dear Alexis,
We would love to have you back next summer, or anytime! Repeat guests are our greatest compliment:) We are glad you had a wonderful stay at Gumbo Limbo! We greatly appreciate having you all as guests!
Sincerely, Sandy and Charlie Cooper
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katie B.
6 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
North Captiva gem
We had a wonderful stay at this island home. It was the perfect place to unwind and enjoy the nearby surroundings. Very clean, well equipped and amenities were easily accessible. Sandy was an exceptional host and went above & beyond for us… very responsive and accommodating. Highly recommended.
Katie B.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2023
Dear Katie,
Thank you for your very nice review. We loved having your family stay at Gumbo Limbo! We are so glad you were able to celebrate your son's birthday there and that you put the ice cream maker and the pack n play to good use. We hope to have you back again soon! Thank you for being such wonderful guests!
All the best to your family,
Sandy and Charlie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Todd R.
28 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Host / Amazing Home / Terrific Location!
We had a very memorable week at Gumbo Limbo on North Captiva! Sandy was a terrific host and the home was everything we had hoped for and more. This special beach home was well equipped and beautifully appointed. It was close to several beaches and other amenities on the island. We hope to return! Thank you Sandy.
Todd R.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr, 2024
Dear Todd,
We are loved having you all as guests! We are so glad that you made great memories and enjoyed exploring the island and beaches on your bicycles. (We are glad the bicycle rental worked out for you since you wanted to have those instead of a golf cart during your week. The giant tires and big baskets made those bikes amazing!) We would love to have you all back anytime. Thank you for being such nice guests! All the best, Sandy and Charlie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Patricia M.
31 Dec, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great escape to North Captiva
House was perfectly lovely & well appointed! Super kitchen, baths (++outdoor shower), sheets, towels comfortable furniture & beds! Ideal location…close to boat launch & pools, enjoyed golf carting to beach & playing pickleball daily. Everything was clean, easy & uncluttered! A+ getaway!
Patricia M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jan, 2024
Dear Patricia,
Thank you for being such delightful guests! We are so happy you celebrated the holidays at Gumbo Limbo! We are glad you enjoyed the beautiful beaches and playing pickle ball daily and that you found the house comfortable and convenient. We would love to have you back anytime you would like to escape to North Captiva! Thank you again!
All the best, Sandy and Charlie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelli F.
20 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
We had the most amazing experience with Sandy! She was so communicative and kind. She had the house stocked with anything we could ever need and if she didn’t have something, she knew exactly where to find it! The house was so nice and clean, the perfect getaway! Will definitely be back soon!
Kelli F.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan, 2024
Hi Kelli, Your review was so very nice. Thank you! We are glad you found the house very clean and well-stocked. So glad it was the perfect getaway and we would love to have you back anytime! Thank you so much! Sandy
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Abbey B.
30 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Spring Break Ever!!
Magical island property, perfect fit for our family of four. We loved access to TWO swimming pools, the tennis courts, and endless beach exploration. The house was perfectly appointed, well designed, and we felt right at home upon arrival. Sandy is a true gem - quick communication and thoughtful welcome gifts for the fam. Highly recommend - you will make incredible memories!
Abbey B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr, 2024
Dear Abbey,
We are honored that you labeled your review "Best Spring Break Ever!!" since you have been to North Captiva many times before. We are so happy that your 5th stay was at Gumbo Limbo and that it was a great fit for your family:) So glad you enjoyed the pools, tennis, and of course the beautiful amazing beaches. You are always welcome at Gumbo Limbo and we hope you come back soon to make more island memories with your family! Thank you for being such wonderful guests! All the best, Sandy and Charlie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy B.
6 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
Gumbo Limbo was the perfect place. The location is amazing for sure. Sandy was the best hostess and communicator. She helped us with recommendations for all our needs. The house is perfect and provided us with everything we needed for a great balance of cooking our own meals or eating at the pool. Highly recommend this option. Thank you
Amy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2024
Dear Amy, We loved having you all as guests at Gumbo Limbo! So glad you had an amazing stay and that the house was perfect for you. You are always welcome and we would love to have you back when you return to beautiful North Captiva! With our gratitude, Sandy and Charlie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hayley S.
22 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly peaceful
Our stay was nothing short of perfect! From Sandy’s communication during booking to the goodies left for us at check-in, Sandy proved to be the most hospitable host. The home is exceptional with beautiful decor that creates the most peaceful experience. There’s nothing about our stay that we wish were different. Thank you Sandy!!!
Hayley S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug, 2023
Dear Cynthia,
Thank you so much for the kind review and for being such amazing guests! We are so glad that you found peace and happiness during your stay and we would love to have you back any time. Thank you for taking such good care of Gumbo Limbo. We sincerely appreciate you! Please tell your daughter thank you from us. We are so glad she booked the house for you all so that you could be together for the North Captiva family vacation! Thank you again!
Sincerely, Sandy and Charlie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen C.
5 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING!
Gorgeous home with everything we needed for cooking and beach fun! Really appreciated access to the two clubs' pool and amenities- quite a chilly week so it was great to be able to hit the pool and get out of the wind at the beach.
We used Debbie at Fresh Pick Grocery for grocery shopping and delivery, she's fantastic!
We will definitely be back, thanks for everything Sandy!
Kathleen C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb, 2024
Dear Kathleen,
Thank you for being such awesome guests! We are so glad you enjoyed your access to the pools and amenities of the Island Club and Safety Harbor Club, and it is very good to hear that you had such a positive experience with your grocery delivery. (That is an awesome convenience and a great way to start your vacation with your groceries already stocked!) We are so happy that you had what you needed for cooking and beach fun, and we are so glad that you plan to come back to Gumbo Limbo! You are most welcome! Thank you again:) Sandy
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Paul S.
17 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Rental!
This is a beautiful and well maintained rental property. My kids and I really enjoyed our stay on North Captiva and in this property. Lovely furniture, new appliances, and just a nice space to be in -- lots of natural light and a beautiful setting around it. Owners were easy to work with and made the whole process a pleasure. We would love to come back to North Captiva and would jump at the chance to stay in this property again. Thank you!
Paul S.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2023
Dear Paul,
We really appreciate having you all as guests and we appreciate your nice review. We would love to have you all back any time! We just completed our upstairs renovations so we have an additional space with 2 full size beds and an additional upstairs bathroom as well. We also added an outdoor shower that is super for rinsing off after a fun day at the beach. We hope to see you all again soon. Thank you again! Sincerely, Sandy and Charlie Cooper
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tifani W.
14 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
What a gorgeous little house on a gorgeous little island! The house is clean, decorated perfectly and has everything you need. The couch and chairs are so comfortable and so was the bed! We loved this little place and had a great week on North Captiva Island. Sandy was so great to deal with and answered every question we had. Favorite part was the sandbar at the beach where you can walk so far out into the ocean and watch dolphins swim by and collect sand dollars! Oh yeah, don’t forget to get a pina colada at Mangos!
Tifani W.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2023
Dear Tifani,
It was such a pleasure having you all stay at Gumbo Limbo. We are so happy you all enjoyed the house and the island. We loved hearing about your dolphin encounters! We hope to have you all back again soon. (We will be finished with the upstairs renovations by June , so you will have 2 more comfy beds to choose from!) Thank you again for being such super guests!
Sincerely, Sandy and Charlie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Niki D.
28 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing island, lovely accomodations - perfect for our small family
We cannot say enough about our experience on North Captiva Island! The accommodations were perfectly appointed with just what we needed (kitchen and bath essentials, high chair, pack'nplay, beach chairs, umbrellas, etc.) We loved the proximity to the beach and access to the pools for the kids. As of March 2023, there is no store on the island so make sure to bring any consumables with you! Homes and amenities are still recovering from the hurricane. One restaurant is open and another only for lunch. Loved seeing the Gopher Tortoises, manatees, dolphins, osprey, etc. Host was very thorough and helpful with figuring out the logistics (taxi, ferry, golf cart rental, etc.) Cannot wait to plan a return trip!
Niki D.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2023
Dear Niki,
Thank you for your helpful review. It was so good to meet your wonderful family and we look forward to your return to Gumbo Limbo.! Thank you for passing along the tip for guests to stock up on groceries since the island store is still not up and running yet. We are so glad you were able to enjoy the beaches, pools and amazing wildlife of North Captiva and we are glad you the accommodations at the house were just what you needed. We are so glad your family made happy memories and we look forward to seeing you all again soon at either our Bahamas house or back on beautiful North Captiva!
All the best to you and your family,
Sandy and Charlie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Leslie V.
20 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply Amazing
This is our 4th place we have stayed on the island and it truly was our favourite. We are big tennis players, so proximity to safety harbour was key. Although the house looks at the courts, the neighbour does not allow you to cross his property so the walk is a little longer than expected. Also great to have membership/easy access to island club. Teens loved being able to walk everywhere. House is immaculate and host were wonderful to deal with. Absolutely will be back. FYI cart rental is separate. Not sure anyone ever showered inside, outdoor shower was a bonus.
Leslie V.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2024
Dear Leslie,
Thank you so much for your review--we are honored that Gumbo Limbo has been your favorite place to stay on North Captiva! We love that visiting North Captiva is a family tradition for you, your husband and your sons. We did the same with our kids, and the times on North Captiva made some of the best childhood memories! We are glad you enjoyed the Safety Harbor Club tennis courts. We have lots of other guests who are also tennis and pickle ball enthusiasts. We think the Island Club will be having its courts redone soon too, so you will have even more options when you visit next year:) We were glad you were able to rent a golf cart for even more island exploring and love that you love the outdoor shower (so do we!). Thank you again for being awesome guests and for taking such good care of Gumbo Limbo during your stay!
Wishing you and your family the best,
Sandy and Charlie
About the host
Hosted by Sandy Cooper
North Captiva Island is an important part of our children's heritage. We have owned property on the island and have built 6 houses in the past 23 years. Our previous house was Sea Urchins Beach House along the shore on the southeast side of the runway. Before that, we built 2 other "Sea Urchins" houses in Safety Harbor Club. There we enjoyed all the Club's amenities including its private beach, pool, wharf and boat docks. After our grandson Tucker was born, we decided to downsize and purchase a property in the Bahamas (Sea Biscuit on Man O War Cay, Abaco), but we didn't want to leave North Captiva behind. We wanted Tucker to make some of the same beach-filled, sun-kissed, seaside memories with his family. So we purchased a small existing house in Safety Harbor Club and started the renovations. We incorporated many of the architectural details that can be found in the other houses we built, and overlaid them into an existing structure that was built over 25 years ago. We love the location in Safety Harbor Club because it offers us, and our guests, many amenities and conveniences including the boat docks, outstanding fishing from the wharf, and easy access to the beach (about 5 minutes walk) from the house. We named the house "Gumbo Limbo" after a native tree that is often found growing on top of Indian mounds along the barrier islands in South Florida. The tree grows easily from a branch that gets planted in soil, and our children (now adults) have grown many such trees over the years from branches they found on North Captiva and Cayo Costa. We are hoping our "Gumbo Limbo" , now rooted, will offer beautiful shelter, and flourish for many years to come. We look forward to enjoying it, while also sharing it with guests who want to make their own family memories on North Captiva Island.
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