Manatee Manor: Exclusive Beachfront Retreat with Gulf Views | House in North Captiva
1 Bedroom House in North Captiva
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Welcome to Manatee Manor, an exclusive beachfront retreat on North Captiva Island where luxury, privacy, and natural beauty come together. Perched in one of the island’s most desirable locations, this architectural gem offers sweeping views of the Gulf of Mexico, Captiva Pass, and Cayo Costa Island.
Designed for memorable group getaways, Manatee Manor blends upscale comfort with authentic island living. Wake to ocean breezes, enjoy your own private patios surrounded by tropical greenery, explore the island by golf cart, and end each day watching unforgettable sunsets from the home’s elevated vantage points. This is island living at its finest — relaxed, scenic, and completely removed from everyday life.
This is an Admiral Home professionally managed by The Island Club, giving you full access to our on-island team to assist with ferry coordination, golf carts, grocery delivery, and personalized recommendations to make your stay seamless and stress-free.
THE SPACE
4 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms | Sleeps 10
Manatee Manor is thoughtfully designed to offer both privacy and shared gathering spaces, making it ideal for families or groups traveling together.
Interior Highlights
Elegant Mexican tile flooring in main living areas
Soft Berber carpeting in all bedrooms
Open, airy layout designed for comfort and relaxation
Bedroom Layout
Four spacious bedrooms, each with direct access to a private patio
Four full bathrooms, offering convenience and privacy for all guests
Living & Dining
Fully equipped kitchen with everything needed for group meals
Comfortable living and dining spaces for gathering together
Outdoor grill for island cookouts
Outdoor Living
Multiple private patios surrounded by lush tropical landscaping
Upper-level vantage points with panoramic Gulf and island views
Easy access to the beach for swimming, shelling, and sunset walks
ACCESS
Guests enjoy full, private access to the entire home, including all interior living spaces, private patios, outdoor areas, and beach access.
Your stay includes two golf carts, making it easy to explore the island, reach beaches, and access Island Club amenities.
Guests also enjoy access to Island Club amenities, including:
Two resort-style pools
Hot tub
Arcade room
Luxury bathrooms and showers at the pool
Half-court outdoor basketball
Kayaks
Stand-up paddleboards
Fat tire beach bikes
Beach chairs and beach umbrellas
INTERACTION WITH GUESTS
We respect your privacy while remaining readily available whenever you need assistance. Guests may contact The Island Club team before and during their stay.
As an Admiral Home, Manatee Manor includes support from our full on-island staff, who can assist with ferry coordination, grocery delivery, golf cart questions, activity planning, and local recommendations to ensure a smooth and relaxing experience from arrival to departure.
NEIGHBORHOOD OVERVIEW
Manatee Manor is located on North Captiva Island, a secluded, car-free barrier island known for its pristine beaches, abundant wildlife, and classic “Old Florida” atmosphere.
The island is ideal for guests seeking peace, nature, and a slower pace of life. Popular activities include shelling, fishing, bird watching, kayaking, and long beach walks. With limited development and no cars, North Captiva offers a quiet, natural escape that feels worlds away from everyday routines.
TRANSIT
North Captiva Island is accessible only by boat or small private plane. There are no cars on the island, and golf carts are the primary mode of transportation.
Guests typically arrive via ferry from the mainland, with parking available near the departure point. Luggage assistance is available upon arrival. Once on the island, the included golf carts provide easy access to beaches, amenities, and island paths.
The nearest commercial airport is located in Fort Myers.
LISTING NOTES AND HOUSE RULES
Golf Cart Damage Deposit:
A $2,000 pre-authorization damage deposit hold will be charged to your card on file three days before check-in and released within one week after checkout, pending golf cart inspection.
Island Planning:
Due to the island’s remote nature, guests should stock up on groceries and essentials before arrival or arrange delivery in advance. On-island shopping options are limited.
No Smoking:
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.
No Pets:
Pets are not allowed.
No Parties or Events:
Parties and events are not permitted to preserve the peaceful island environment.
Quiet Hours:
Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
Wildlife Protection:
Guests must follow all local laws and guidelines designed to protect North Captiva Island’s unique wildlife and ecosystem.
Manatee Manor: Exclusive Beachfront Retreat with Gulf Views is located in North Captiva. Manatee Manor: Exclusive Beachfront Retreat with Gulf Views provides accommodation, featuring TV, Wheelchair Accessible, Balcony/Terrace, among other amenities. This House features TV, Wheelchair Accessible, Balcony/Terrace, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Manatee Manor: Exclusive Beachfront Retreat with Gulf Views has 1 Bedroom , 4 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the North Captiva has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in North Captiva, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
Amenities
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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