An Island Favorite - Private Pool&Hot Tub💦 Golf Carts🚙 2300 sq ft 🏠 South Island
5.0
Outstanding(36 Reviews)House in North Captiva Island, FL
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsPool, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
Complete exterior renovation completed March 2023
Welcome to our home on North Captiva Island. Remote and undiscovered, North Captiva Island is accessible only by ferry, private boat or small plane. This private island community is reminiscent of old Florida as it once was during a simpler time. There are no cars, no paved roads and no traffic jams (unless a turtle is crossing the road), just golf carts and a slower more relaxed way of living.
Over 2300 sq ft w/4 bedrooms (2 king suites) 3.5 baths and beds for 10 people. All stays include the use of 1 golf cart with the option to rent a 2nd cart. The multi-level floor plan providers plenty of space for everyone to spread out, make themselves at home and not feel cramped. All bedrooms and full baths are on the 2nd level with common areas and a half bath located on the 3rd level.
Looney Dunes was fortunate enough not to have any interior water damage from Hurricane Ian. The exterior of the house has been fully renovated with new siding, handrails, decking, fencing, stairs and screening.
Being that our home is independently managed we offer our guests a boutique travel experience, no unanswered phone calls, broken down golf carts or lost groceries. We take care of every aspect of your vacation to make it as relaxing and worry-free as possible.
Unlike so many vacation homes, we visit as much as possible so our home is just that, a home. We provide all the basics; paper towels, bath tissue, laundry detergent, soap, cooking supplies, spices, etc. Don't worry, you don't have to make that single roll of paper towels last all week! Our kitchen includes all the basic appliances and tools you need for the best family meals!
Welcome to Paradise, it's time to relax!
Please note that we have exterior security cameras monitoring the golf cart parking areas and ring doorbell cameras at both doors
Welcome to our home on North Captiva Island. Remote and undiscovered, North Captiva Island is accessible only by ferry, private boat or small plane. This private island community is reminiscent of old Florida as it once was during a simpler time. There are no cars, no paved roads and no traffic jams (unless a turtle is crossing the road), just golf carts and a slower more relaxed way of living.
Over 2300 sq ft w/4 bedrooms (2 king suites) 3.5 baths and beds for 10 people. All stays include the use of 1 golf cart with the option to rent a 2nd cart. The multi-level floor plan providers plenty of space for everyone to spread out, make themselves at home and not feel cramped. All bedrooms and full baths are on the 2nd level with common areas and a half bath located on the 3rd level.
Looney Dunes was fortunate enough not to have any interior water damage from Hurricane Ian. The exterior of the house has been fully renovated with new siding, handrails, decking, fencing, stairs and screening.
Being that our home is independently managed we offer our guests a boutique travel experience, no unanswered phone calls, broken down golf carts or lost groceries. We take care of every aspect of your vacation to make it as relaxing and worry-free as possible.
Unlike so many vacation homes, we visit as much as possible so our home is just that, a home. We provide all the basics; paper towels, bath tissue, laundry detergent, soap, cooking supplies, spices, etc. Don't worry, you don't have to make that single roll of paper towels last all week! Our kitchen includes all the basic appliances and tools you need for the best family meals!
Welcome to Paradise, it's time to relax!
Please note that we have exterior security cameras monitoring the golf cart parking areas and ring doorbell cameras at both doors
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Family friendly
Map of North Captiva Island, FL
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(36 Reviews)5.0
This was our 6th time to North Captiva. We in the past travel with our friends, adult children, and just my wife and I.
All are special in there own way. Every trip we have stayed at a different property. We have found our favorite now. Looney Dunes is the best! It has everything you need inside and out. This trip was our adult children. There were 7 of us in total. Looney Dunes was perfect in every way. From the communication before the trip with Tina. Then Kale and his group on the island. It was perfect. We will definitely stay there again. Thank you Tina and Kale for making our family trip so special.
5.0
The house is as advertised. Many great amenities. The kitchen had everything needed, and there were two grills.
Seating was adequate and comfortable.
The pool area was great. The installed fans helped keep the heat down during the day. Kid loved playing in the pool. The hot tub was nice as well.
Beds were comfortable and bathroom s were adequate.
The location, while not on the ocean is great. The golf carts provided were able to get us to the ocean in a couple minutes. I personally enjoy getting out and exploring. Likewise, the nature preserve is only a couple minutes away, although I wouldn’t recommend a long hike there, mid day in August, unless you enjoy melting.
The owner and onsite manager were both very responsive and helpful. Power went out on the island for a while and the provided updates and offered us to transfer our refrigerator contents to another property if needed.
Had a great stay and would return again!
5.0
Beautiful house with views from the upper deck of sunrise in the morning and the gulf from the west.
Enjoyed everything!
5.0
We had a wonderful time staying at the property. This was our second time as a family to the island. The house was perfect for the eight of us. Plenty of room for everyone. We loved the porch areas and having two golf carts. Kale was excellent with communication. The location was a perfect walk to the beach. The house had everything we needed. We will be back!
5.0
This is truly a special place that feels like home and you’re treated like family. Every interaction was appreciated. Questions answered, island caretakers so helpful. We really enjoyed our time and are discussing our return. There were 6 of us, 3 generations. (Teenagers, parent, grandparents.) Home was super spacious, with so many comfy seating areas. The kitchen was wonderful with loads of counter space and every utensil you could possibly need. Beds comfy, everything spotless. Location was also great. Proximity to beaches, Mangos and the hiking trail. Views of the sunsets were the icing on the cake. Didn’t mention the pool, hot tub, ping pong, darts….!? And golf carts!! This entire island and property will absolutely bring you some joy, peace and serenity. ❤️
5.0
It was our first time to North Captiva and we loved it! Sarah meet us off the ferry and was so helpful to show us the house. Kale stopped by during the week to clean the pool and was very friendly as well. Tina checked in on us after we arrived to make sure we had everything. We did!! The house was very clean and well stocked with anything we could need. It was the perfect house and location for our group of two families. Would recommend this house and amazing island to anyone.
5.0
The property is all you could ask for and more for a fabulous beach getaway. The property manager was fantastic with any questions and issues. My family enjoyed the pool and fast access to the beach. The house is equipped with chairs and everything needed for the day spent on the beach. Communication was great for information on groceries and fishing, thank you! Its a great place to stay on Upper Captiva and enjoy a stress free vacation. Thank you to the owner and manager for making it outstanding.
5.0
Beautiful house and property. Very clean and had everything we needed. Two refrigerators on main floor and an additional refrigerator at the pool deck came in very handy. We were traveling with a toddler and there are roll away baby gates at the tops of the stairs. The house is safe for young children. We used the pool every day and it was clean and refreshing. The hot tube was great as well.
Kale, the on island property manager was very nice and attentive. He helped us with our baggage and even helped track down a lost bag on the island.
Thank you for the great memories for our family trip!
5.0
Everything was amazing! Tina was very sweet and accommodating, and promptly answered all of my questions before the trip! Also, there was plenty of towels, blankets, pillows, spices, paper towels, etc. You will never run out of toiletries! Kale did a great job, as he is an excellent property manager. He was very diligent, kind, and helpful! He provided us with all of the pertinent information that we needed. The pictures do not do the house justice! The pool deck area was awesome, as we spent a lot of time out there! It was paradise! We cant wait to go back! It will be soon! Thank you Tina!😍
5.0
The entire experience was fantastic. I stayed at Looney Dunes last year with my family and decided that we had to come back this year. Tina, Becca, and Bill were very communicative and helpful about everything and the house itself was immaculate. The heated pool, games, coolers, beach equipment was perfect and our stay was very enjoyable. Will definitely look to be coming back!
5.0
Looney Dunes is amazing, the pictures don't do it justice. Absolutely beautiful and sits in a tropical forest!! House is bigger than expected and well thought out, pool and hot tub amazing!!! Becca and Tina great to work with and communicated with us the entire time. We had 9 in our family so the 2nd golf cart was very helpful to explore around the island. Loved north Captiva and highly recommend Looney Dunes for the perfect island getaway!!
5.0
Lovely Family Get-Away
We loved North Captiva and Looney Dunes! It was the perfect escape for us and luckily the weather couldn’t have been better. Would love to return someday!
5.0
Our extended family of 11 spent a week (almost) at Looney Dunes from 5/28 -6/4. This was our first trip to North Captiva and I was a little anxious about all the logistical planning of getting to the island, having groceries delivered, etc and honestly, everything went perfectly upon our arrival. We were met at the dock when we arrived by Becca, who transported all of our luggage and gave us a brief orientation of the property.
The house is amazing! I can't think of a thing that wasn't provided by Tina, the homeowner.
The ground floor is the pool and hot tub area, which we used a lot! That hot tub felt great after a long day of traveling. There are lots of places to hangout on the ground level and a cute little tiki bar, right inside is a cabinet with a lot of beach towels and some sunscreen. The beach chairs and umbrellas were very nice and plentiful.
Moving up to the second floor, that's where all the bedrooms/bathrooms and laundry room are. All are very nicely decorated and comfortable. There is a wraparound deck that includes a clothesline for wet bathing suits, and a hanging chair that was great for reading.
The 3rd floor was the kitchen/living area with an awesome screened in porch area with access to another wraparound balcony and also access to a crow's nest. I can't say enough superlatives about the perfectly stocked kitchen. The 2 refrigerators were very handy.
There's a half bath right off the kitchen.
It was a very short golf cart drive to the beach, which was gorgeous. We spent a lot of time there and made sure to visit each night for those gorgeous sunsets!
We did have to make a midweek grocery order for a few things we underestimated we would need. We used Elite Grocery Service, Brian Moistner was super helpful and quick to get our groceries to us the same day I texted him!
We had to leave a day early due to Tropical Storm Alex, which couldn't be avoided. Both Becca and Tina assisted me in staying advised of the impending situation and helped us make the correct informed decision.
All in all, it was a perfect time spent with family.
I loved the fact that there were no putt-putts, no arcades, no water parks or Alvin's Islands, just nature, shells and beautiful sunsets.
I would highly recommend this property!
5.0
Looney Dunes for Family Fun!
Our extended family of 11 spent a week (almost) at Looney Dunes from 5/28 -6/4. This was our first trip to North Captiva and I was a little anxious about all the logistical planning of getting to the island, having groceries delivered, etc and honestly, everything went perfectly upon our arrival. We were met at the dock when we arrived by Becca, who transported all of our luggage and gave us a brief orientation of the property.
The house is amazing! I can't think of a thing that wasn't provided by Tina, the homeowner.
The ground floor is the pool and hot tub area, which we used a lot! That hot tub felt great after a long day of traveling. There are lots of places to hangout on the ground level and a cute little tiki bar, right inside is a cabinet with a lot of beach towels and some sunscreen. The beach chairs and umbrellas were very nice and plentiful.
Moving up to the second floor, that's where all the bedrooms/bathrooms and laundry room are. All are very nicely decorated and comfortable. There is a wraparound deck that includes a clothesline for wet bathing suits, and a hanging chair that was great for reading.
The 3rd floor was the kitchen/living area with an awesome screened in porch area with access to another wraparound balcony and also access to a crow's nest. I can't say enough superlatives about the perfectly stocked kitchen. The 2 refrigerators were very handy.
There's a half bath right off the kitchen.
It was a very short golf cart drive to the beach, which was gorgeous. We spent a lot of time there and made sure to visit each night for those gorgeous sunsets!
We did have to make a midweek grocery order for a few things we underestimated we would need. We used Elite Grocery Service, Brian Moistner was super helpful and quick to get our groceries to us the same day I texted him!
We had to leave a day early due to Tropical Storm Alex, which couldn't be avoided. Both Becca and Tina assisted me in staying advised of the impending situation and helped us make the correct informed decision.
All in all, it was a perfect time spent with family.
I loved the fact that there were no putt-putts, no arcades, no water parks or Alvin's Islands, just nature, shells and beautiful sunsets.
I would highly recommend this property!
5.0
This place NEVER disappoints! We’ve already booked for next year!
5.0
Excellent Time
This place NEVER disappoints! We’ve already booked for next year!
5.0
Fun for all in an idyllic family week in North Captiva
This house was beautifully appointed and supplied with just about everything we needed or wanted from beach chairs to pool toys to cooking utensils. There were lots of games around, which both adults and children enjoyed, plenty of TV screens and reliable internet. The screen porch was a great asset and the hot tub made time at the pool even more fun. Tina, the owner, was very accessible and attentive before our trip and during our stay. Yvena and her team locally transported us to and from the ferry and made sure we had what we needed. We loved the house and would definitely stay there again.
5.0
Beautiful House & relaxing stay
Our group had a great time at Looney Dunes. The house was very comfortable and roomy. It had everything we needed. Tina & Yvena were very responsive and any issues were quickly resolved. The pool was so nice! Thanks for a great vacation!
5.0
Absolutely stunning!
The house was beautifully appointed, no need left unmet. Even better than the pictures and reviews led us to believe. My family is begging to go back - we were able to just relax and enjoy because our every need was met by the well stocked and lovely home.
5.0
Amazing time in a special place!
We had an amazing time at Looney Dunes for the week! The house was excellent, just as described!! We loved the location on the island, super easy to get everywhere. The grounds are very well kept and the pool is large for the island! The hot tub was super nice too since it was a little chilly a few days, but the pool was heated nicely so we could still always use it. The 3rd floor patio was amazing, the views were incredible and we enjoyed just relaxing and having fun as a family! Inside the house is super nice, and having two fridges upstairs was pretty nice, and super nice to have one by the pool! The kitchen had everything you need, beds were great, plenty of towels and beach towels, all of which were high quality. Tina was super responsive, as was Yvena. We would certainly stay here again!!
5.0
Perfect family vacation home
Home is clean and extremely well-appointed, owner and host were very helpful with questions and detail-oriented, which made our first trip to North Captiva a success. We travelled with small children and they had a wonderful week. The screened-in lenai was especially nice for outdoor meals and relaxation.
5.0
Easy, great communications
5.0
Awesome property, perfect everything!
Easy, great communications
5.0
Looney Dunes is a clean, updated and very well-maintained property. We didn't want to leave! The kitchen is fully stocked (we cooked for 9-10 people, 3x a day) so we had everything we needed. The wifi connection was great. The pool and hot tub areas are a delight. It was wonderful to have two refrigerators. The lanai/kitchen/living/dining area is just beautiful. The house manager, Becca was very responsive and Tina, the homeowner was very communicative. Any questions we had were responded to right away. We would definitely return to Looney Dunes!! Highly recommend it.
5.0
Looney Dunes ROCKS!
Our experience with Tina and with Becca was excellent! The house was wonderful, clean, and well equipped. When we had any questions, Becca immediately responded and helped us out. We look forward to returning to the island later this year and look forward to staying here again. Great experience, great weather, and great times with the family
5.0
Looney Dunes
Looney Dunes is a clean, updated and very well-maintained property. We didn't want to leave! The kitchen is fully stocked (we cooked for 9-10 people, 3x a day) so we had everything we needed. The wifi connection was great. The pool and hot tub areas are a delight. It was wonderful to have two refrigerators. The lanai/kitchen/living/dining area is just beautiful. The house manager, Becca was very responsive and Tina, the homeowner was very communicative. Any questions we had were responded to right away. We would definitely return to Looney Dunes!! Highly recommend it.
5.0
My family and I really enjoyed renting Looney Dunes for our vacation. The house was very nice and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay on the island. The porch off the kitchen was the best part. It was so peaceful just sitting out there anytime of the day. This was our fourth home rental on the island and it was very relaxing. The owner of the home, Tina, was very responsive with any questions before our arrival and during our stay. North Captiva will continue to be our special island paradise getaway.
5.0
We couldn’t be more pleased with or decision to stay at Looney Dunes!
The floor plan of the house is perfect for spending time together as a group as well as spacious enough to provide plenty of privacy. The pool was surrounded by lush foliage that made us forget that we were still in the states. The beds were super comfortable. The house was pristine upon our arrival and included everything we needed. Can’t wait to return again soon!
5.0
Nice House
My family and I really enjoyed renting Looney Dunes for our vacation. The house was very nice and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay on the island. The porch off the kitchen was the best part. It was so peaceful just sitting out there anytime of the day. This was our fourth home rental on the island and it was very relaxing. The owner of the home, Tina, was very responsive with any questions before our arrival and during our stay. North Captiva will continue to be our special island paradise getaway.
5.0
Perfect Florida Getaway
We couldn’t be more pleased with or decision to stay at Looney Dunes!
The floor plan of the house is perfect for spending time together as a group as well as spacious enough to provide plenty of privacy. The pool was surrounded by lush foliage that made us forget that we were still in the states. The beds were super comfortable. The house was pristine upon our arrival and included everything we needed. Can’t wait to return again soon!
5.0
The Perfect House
Our two families ( 6 of us total) were extremely pleased with Looney Dunes! From the booking process and quick responses from Tina pre-trip to when we arrived on the island and met Becca (the on island property manager). They both were amazing and so was the house! The house was equipped with everything we needed (seriously, there was nothing missing!) and the pictures are exactly how the house looks on the inside. You can tell great detail and care is taken with this house. We have already talked about booking it again for next year! Thank you both Tina and Becca for the amazing customer service and attention to detail! We LOVED it and had the best vacation!
5.0
Amazing House on North Captiva Island
We stayed at Looney Dunes over the week of Thanksgiving with our extended family. The house is beautiful and spacious. The kitchen is well appointed - the two refrigerators came in handy with our large group. Everybody in our group had an amazing week.
5.0
Comfortable home
We enjoyed our stay at this property. The proximity to the beach was nice. We really enjoyed the pool area and screened in balcony. Becca is super sweet and very responsive to questions.
5.0
Peace, quality and seclusion!
The moment we arrived we were greeted by the property manager, whisking us away to our island getaway. No cars here, just quiet electric golf carts. We elected to have our groceries delivered, ready to grill out on our first night after taking in the sunset from the rooftop deck. The mature landscaping including banana palm and papaya trees around the pool really added to the feel of privacy and peacefulness of an island retreat. We were the only guests for a wonderful chef prepare dinner at Over the Waterfront restaurant, one of 4 small restaurants on the island. A unique property and perfect fit for our family!
5.0
Great beach rental for a family!
Large, clean updated house near the beach. Perfect for family vacation!
Would be helpful to have check in/check out info in VRBO app, email, or printed in rental. We had to ask for various pieces of this info via text during our stay.
5.0
Great time
We’ve stayed on the island several times over the last decade, but this was by far the BEST experience we’ve had. The house was amazing, stocked with every essential we needed. The beds were comfortable, the house clean, pool and deck were perfect. I could go on and on but i’d like to specifically thank Becca who met us at the dock upon arrival and helped us get our luggage to the house. She answered all our questions during our stay which was so appreciated. The internet was a slight issue, but we worked around it. We look forward to coming back in the years to come!
5.0
Fantastic Stay at Looney Dunes!
The property was gorgeous! So clean and beautifully and uniquely designed. Very family friendly & comfortable. The property was immaculate and so was the pool. Golf cart was so nice to get around and get to short trip to beautiful beach. The property manager, Becca, went above & beyond to make our stay amazing and help us along the way. Tina, the owner was outstanding as well! We’re booking to go back and stay at this property again next year! It did not disappoint!
5.0
Our family of 11 absolutely LOVED our stay in this gorgeous home on the remote island of North Captiva. The house was very clean and had so many luxurious, modern amenities. We enjoyed hanging out in the pool (and even the hot tub on brisk nights) and were only a short walk or golf cart ride from the beach! The rooms were large and comfortable and we spent a lot of time on the screened-in porch and taking in the view from the Eagle's Nest. We really appreciated that Tina checked in with us mid-week to make sure we were enjoying our stay. We would all HIGHLY recommend booking this home for your next vacation!!
5.0
The perfect island retreat in a beautiful, luxurious home!
Our family of 11 absolutely LOVED our stay in this gorgeous home on the remote island of North Captiva. The house was very clean and had so many luxurious, modern amenities. We enjoyed hanging out in the pool (and even the hot tub on brisk nights) and were only a short walk or golf cart ride from the beach! The rooms were large and comfortable and we spent a lot of time on the screened-in porch and taking in the view from the Eagle's Nest. We really appreciated that Tina checked in with us mid-week to make sure we were enjoying our stay. We would all HIGHLY recommend booking this home for your next vacation!!
5.0
This is a great place to stay with friends and family!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in North Captiva Island?
The average price for a rental in North Captiva Island is $1,151 per night. This rental is $235 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at An Island Favorite - Private Pool&Hot Tub💦 Golf Carts🚙 2300 sq ft 🏠 South Island. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at An Island Favorite - Private Pool&Hot Tub💦 Golf Carts🚙 2300 sq ft 🏠 South Island. Enjoy the water!
Is An Island Favorite - Private Pool&Hot Tub💦 Golf Carts🚙 2300 sq ft 🏠 South Island pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at An Island Favorite - Private Pool&Hot Tub💦 Golf Carts🚙 2300 sq ft 🏠 South Island?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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