SALTY SMUGGLER- 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths, Sleeps 12, HUGE Pool, 2 GOLF CARTS

SPACIOUS 4 BR. 3 BATH - sleeps 12 in beds, 2 Golf Carts, PRIVATE HEATED POOL ,

Much of the house is completely new, especially the kitchen & baths, just add GUESTS!

'Salty Smuggler' (Formerly The Birds and the Beach) Our North Captiva home is 2400 stylish square feet indoors, and plenty of space for the whole family to enjoy outdoors. The fenced, private, heated pool is one of the largest on the island, featuring bench seating at both ends. It is situated next to our large covered patio with cozy seating, corn hole, hammock chairs, changing room and outdoor shower. There are three levels of outdoor living space!

Indoors enjoy the large living area with comfy seating, books, and board games to entertain all. Island life is a great opportunity to unplug and reconnect with friends and family indoors and out. Roku is available for guests to log into their streaming services. In guest mode Roku will automatically log out on your check out day. The BRAND NEW kitchen is fully stocked with the essential tools needed for gourmet cooking. Guests can also grill outdoors on the deck off the living room. There are also other options for dining. North Captiva has several private chefs who will cook for you in our home, or send a prepared meal on the ferry. There are *currently 3 restaurants to choose from - Mango’s, Mainstay and Over the Waterfront for dining in or takeout. Hours change regularly so check with them as you are planning. OTW is reservation only, by texting Chef Pete 239-689-9335 for hours & reservations.
This is NOT "CAPTIVA" ISLAND, our neighbor to the south was separated by a hurricane in 1921 and no bridge was ever built to connect us. North Captiva is the ultimate in private island experiences. It is four miles long, 1/2 mile wide, located 5 miles off the coast of Florida and is accessible only by ferry or boat. The only “crowd” you’ll encounter on the beautiful, shell strewn beaches are birds and crabs! Ospreys can be seen diving for dinner daily on the beach, or in the trees enjoying their catch. You will also find an abundance of tropical breezes, Florida sunshine, local island hospitality, and manatees! Dolphins can be seen feeding daily from the beach. The south end of the island boasts a 700 acre State Preserve providing sanctuary for many migratory and nesting birds, including American Bald Eagles. Hiking trails through the preserve bring guests to more of the island’s pristine beaches. One gift left by Hurricane Ian is wider beaches that allow islanders to walk all the way to Redfish Pass and view Captiva Island on the other side. Other island activities include kayak, boat and paddle board rentals, plus tours available for fishing, shelling, dolphin watching and island hopping. For relaxation, enjoy downtime at our pool or the beach. There are also massage appointments available to book at home or beachfront.

Private shuttle service is available from Fort Myers Airport with a stop for groceries before delivering you to the ferry. Or order your groceries, have them delivered and put away on your arrival day. After a 25 minute ferry ride to North Captiva, you will be greeted, introduced to the island and delivered to our home.

WE ARE HAPPY TO HOST FAMILY GROUPS, COUPLES AND RESPONSIBLE ADULTS OVER THE AGE OF 25.
Our renters receive instructions for travel, ferry, grocery services and reservations for each of the restaurants. If you have questions do not hesitate to inquire! We would love to share our favorite piece of paradise with you. Time truly stands still on North Captiva, book your vacation at Salty Smuggler and make some memories!