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GUMBO LIMBO your Island Oasis with Club Access, Boat Dock Option & Golf Cart

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A beach with clear turquoise water and white sand.
A building with a porch and a sign that reads "Boats and Fun".
A white house with a balcony and a wooden staircase leading to the entrance.
A pier with a wooden lookout tower, boats docked, and a calm water body under a partly cloudy sky.
A spacious living area with a white sofa, wooden flooring, a staircase, and a large woven light fixture.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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About the area

Captiva

At this holiday home you'll be within a 10-minute walk of North Captiva Island Beach and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Gulf Intracoastal Waterway. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a patio and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a hairdryer are also available. .Attractions in proximity to this Captiva holiday home include Bowman's Beach and Sanibel Island Southern Beach.
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What's nearby

  • North Captiva Island Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km

Restaurants

  • The Mucky Duck
  • The Bubble Room
  • The Green Flash Waterfront Restaurant
  • ‪Mainstay North Captiva & Barnacles Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • Starbucks

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

GUMBO LIMBO your Island Oasis with Club Access, Boat Dock Option & Golf Cart

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.

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.


SAFETY HARBOR CLUB
Guests of Gumbo Limbo will be registered guests of Safety Harbor Club and will have use of their amenities including their newly remodeled pool, tennis and pickle ball courts and private beach access. Through special arrangement, a boat dock space can be rented by guests for a daily fee. (A dock fee, and copies of your boat registration & insurance will be submitted to SHC by host to obtain your boat dock pass.). With, or without a boat, guests will enjoy fishing, wildlife watching or enjoying sunrises and moonrises from the harbor docks.

THE ISLAND CLUB
Gumbo Limbo also has a membership with The Island Club, its guests are also eligible to purchase a Resort Pass which will allows access to the Club's private amenities including its 2 newly refurbished pools & hot tub, sea kayaks, bicycles, a basketball half-court and pickle ball facility. Guests must contact The Island Club directly to purchase weekly or day-pass access to these exclusive amenities.

With or without an Island Club Resort Pass, guests may enjoy other Island Club offerings including: the Island Club's ferry service (reservations required), Mangoes Bar and Grill, Coconuts Tiki Bar, Anchors Landing Fine Dining Restaurant (reservations required), and The Island Store with its Coffee Bar, Ice Cream Shop, and Gift Shop.


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
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 for golf cart use are as follows:

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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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option?

Yep, Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option is a short 5-minute walk from North Captiva Island Beach.

Does Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option have a pool?

Take your pick from a heated pool, a pool and a communal pool.

What makes Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and private patios help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option.

Is Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as children's dinnerware and travel cots, it's no surprise that Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option?

No, Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Pools, Kayaks, Tennis, Golf Cart & Both Island Clubs Included w/Boat Dock Option?

No, pets are not allowed.

GUMBO LIMBO your Island Oasis with Club Access, Boat Dock Option & Golf Cart Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sandy was an amazing host! The house was everything and more, stocked extremely well for all of your beach needs but also your personal needs as well. The beaches are amazing and the club amenities were an added bonus. Highly recommend mainstay for food and icecream! Don’t miss out booking this beautiful house with amazing hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great, honestly no complaints! Communication was amazing, house was perfect for our family of 3, couldn’t have asked for a better host for our trip! Can’t wait to make a trip back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!!

We had a fantastic stay at Gumbo Limbo and are so grateful to Sandy for making the check-in and check-out process as smooth as possible. Will definitely be staying here again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay at Gumbo Limbo

Beautiful home ! Beautiful island 🏝️
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

Wonderful house and great location, very clean and decorated beautiful!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026