Captiva Island & North Captiva Vacation Rentals - Privately Owned Professionally Managed®

Captiva Island has a host of exciting activities for guests of all ages. This 300 acre preserve offers an abundance of wild life watching, shelling  and is a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts. For those more active visitors sailing, kayaking, water skiing, snorkeling and bike riding are just some of the fun things to do! For those that are looking for a Caribbean feel beach hideaway but want to stay within the North American mainland  then Captiva  boasts that Caribbean climate and lifestyle.  As the crow fly's your only 400 or so miles from Cuba  and between  Captiva Island and Sanibel Island you will find  12 artificial reefs. All that being said Captiva visitors are primarily coming for the secluded, unspoiled beaches that we have become world renowned for. If you are looking for busy, packed beaches and lots of traffic then Capativa Island may not be the destination for you. Captiva beaches are sparsely populated primarily due to the beaches being utilized by local residents and visitors with very little in terms of day seekers! Parking is somewhat hidden so those visitors not residing on the Island tend to visit the Naples beaches. When booking a vacation rental on Captiva (pretty much the only accommodation options) you will always be close to the beach. That being said its important to discuss prior to booking the exact beach proximity from your rental. Emerald Kite has been bringing visitors to Captiva Island for over 15 years and has a stellar reputation. They provide FREE concierge service from the accommodation selection stage through your stay and until your safe return home. 

Dining on Captiva Island is casual, fun and super seafood options are offered by our many local chefs. Good quality fresh fish dishes served with tropical cocktails and lots of live music makes dining out on Captiva a relaxing and unforgettable experience.

The Mucky Duck

By far the most popular and well known eating establishment on Captiva.  The Mucky Duck, provides a casual beachfront setting with spectacular sunset. The quirky British pub serves fine food and casual fare for lunch and dinner guests. Come enjoy the daily sunset patio party with live entertainment.

www.muckyduck.com

RC Otters

This funky,  fun eatery is located next to the Island store in Captiva Village and is a local hot spot for breakfast lunch and dinner. Believe it or not this establishment boasts 150 menu items and an award winning wine list. Very well priced and super casual.

Keylime Bistro

Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at Captiva Island's Key lime Bistro. They have a lively bar that stays open late, welcoming lot of locals as well as visitors. The crab cakes and grouper sandwiches are highly recommended.

Tween Waters Inn

Dine at Tween Waters Inn just south of Captiva Village, where there provide a wide range of menu choices, fresh seafood and steaks are prepared by local chefs. This restaurant is possibly as “dressy” as you can get on Captiva so proper attire is required.

Bubble Room

239-472-5558, 15001 Captiva Dr., Captiva Island, Captiva, FL

Bubble Scouts, Big Band Music and the Famous Tunnel of Love. Super fun, trendy, casual and worth a visit. Come to the Bubble Room

Cantina Captiva

239-472-0248, 14970 Captiva Dr., Captiva Island, Captiva, FL.

Cantina Captiva boasts a  unique and affordable Mexican & Southwestern menu. Fun atmosphere.

Captiva Island Store & Liquors

239-472-2374 11500 Andy Rosse Ln, Captiva Dr., Captiva Island, Captiva, FL.

Captiva Pizza

239-395-0823, 11513 Andy Rosse Ln., Captiva Island, Captiva, FL.

Captiva Pizza enjoys the honor if having the best Hand-tossed pizza, popular for carry outs after a day at the beach.

Green Flash Bayside Bar & Grill

239-472-3337, 15183 Captiva Dr., Captiva Island, Captiva, FL.  Also accessible by boat, enjoy spectacular water views & a wide range of casual and finer dining choices.

www.GreenFlashCaptiva.com

South Seas Island Resort

239-472-5111 - Captiva Provisions & Starbuck's & Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grill

Captiva Dr., Captiva Island, Captiva, FL at Chadwick’s Square.

Sunshine Seafood Cafe/Wine Bar

239-472-6200 14900 Captiva Dr., Captiva, FL.  A fun Bistro with an extensive wine list.

Captiva Islands shops are situated at the north end of Captiva drive and dotted along Andy Rosse Lane.  Captiva has few designer stores and for guests looking for that high end designer shopping, nearby Naples offers a wealth of options. Many visitors to Captiva will take a day in Naples enjoying the upscale restaurants and stunning designer stores and art galleries.   Captiva offers visitors and array of locally made jewellery, pottery, and unique gifts many made from the abundance of sea shells that wash up along the shoreline.

Beach Stuff

If you need a new bikini or some inexpensive flip flops, head over to Captiva’s fun beach store "beach Stuff". Located midway between downtown Captiva and the South Seas Resort.

14900 Captiva Drive

Captiva Island, FL 33924

(239) 472-3544

The Bubble Room Gift Shop

The most fun dining experience on Captiva also has a trendy gift shop, well worth the visit.

15001 Captiva Drive

Captiva Island, FL 33924

(239) 472-5558

Jungle Drums Gallery

Don’t go home without visiting Jungle drums. An array of local sculptures and unique art pieces make this a haven for collectors and holiday shoppers alike.

11532 Andy Rosse Lane

Captiva Island, FL 33924

(239) 395-2266

The Island Store

When staying on Captiva you may want to pick up groceries from Publix on Sanibel. If you forget an important item then head over for a morning coffee and pick up your groceries from the "Island Store”. It's like a classy, local, Seven Eleven, toiletries, groceries, coffees and teas, jams, and specialty items

11599 Andy Rosse Lane

Captiva Island, FL 33924

(239) 472-2374

By Plane

There are several major and international airports located within easy driving distance of Captiva Island. The most convenient airport is Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) located close to 27 miles from the Island. Sarasota Bradenton (SRQ) is 122 miles. Tampa International Airport (TIA) offers the best-[priced options and is 171 miles drive and Orlando Airport (MCO) is 189 miles. (Miami International Airport (MIA) is 144-mile drive and Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL).

If you have your own boat you may access Captiva Island via the Florida Intra-Coastal Waterway. McCarthy's Marina, South Seas Resort and Yacht Harbor. The Tween Waters Inn offer overnight dockage and you can re fuel, shower and there are a variety of accommodation options

By Road

Driving directions to Captiva Island from Fort Myers

From Interstate 75 Take Exit 131 Daniels Parkway, "SW Florida International Airport/Cape Coral."

Head west on Daniels Parkway.

In 2.7 miles, turn left (south) on Ben C Pratt Parkway / Six Mile Cypress Drive.

After 2.8 miles (crossing US-41), Six Mile Cypress Parkway becomes Gladiolus Drive.

Continue another 1.5 miles and exit left (fly over) onto Summerlin Road.

After 6.0 miles, Summerlin Road turns into McGregor Blvd.

Continue another 1.9 miles to the Sanibel Island toll plaza ($6.00).

Continue 3.5 miles across the Sanibel Causeway to Periwinkle Way (4-way stop) and turn right (west).

Continue west 2.4 miles on Periwinkle Way to Palm Ridge Road and turn right (north).

Palm Ridge Road becomes Sanibel-Captiva Road, continue straight.

After 7.3 miles, Sanibel-Captiva Road reaches the end of Sanibel Island.

Cross the bridge onto Captiva Island, and follow the map directly to your vacation property.

The Captiva Village area is ahead on Captiva Drive 3.0 miles.