Manatee Manor: Exclusive Beachfront Retreat with Gulf Views

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8.4Excellent
(19 Ratings)
Great feedback on the vacation rental: very helpful property manager, spotless accommodation, excellent location, and overall satisfaction. Spacious and in good shape, recommend staying here!
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8.4 / 10
Excellent(19 Ratings)

House in North Captiva Island, FL

10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths

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About this house rental

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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 one golf cart a second golf cart available for $75 per day, 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 paddle boards

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.

Amenities at Manatee Manor: Exclusive Beachfront Retreat with Gulf Views

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of North Captiva Island, FL


Ratings and reviews

8.4 / 10
Excellent(19 Ratings)
review starsSummary of reviews
Great feedback on the vacation rental: very helpful property manager, spotless accommodation, excellent location, and overall satisfaction. Spacious and in good shape, recommend staying here!
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2022
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This place was great! Walk out onto the beach is great. It was going through some updates, but the place overall was in good shape and was spacious.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2022
Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My wife and I had a fantastic stay in manatee manor. Clean and nicely appointed. Well stocked kitchen. Great stretch of beach
8 / 10Excellent·Mar 2022
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time with regards to the home, the beach, and laid back activities. The home was recently remodeled, was clean and inviting. We were looking for a quiet beach and we certainly found it. We will likely return to the island in the future.
The biggest negative by far was the golf cart experience. 5 carts in 5 days. The first two would not hold a charge and left us sit after traveling about a mile. The next one had headlights but the switch was broken and we had to use a flashlight to get back home. The next one had a wheel bearing that went out. We ended our stay with one that moved and had lights so we didn’t complain about the grinding noise in the back. I don’t know what you need to do to get a newer cart, but these were old.
6 / 10Average·Apr 2022
The house is more updated than the photos show. The house needs shower handles updated because we were lucky to get them to turn on. The men who "manage" the rental were beyond rude. The golf carts are complete trash we broke down more than we drove. We plugged them up every time we parked them and still ended up stranded daily. We ended up leaving a day early because we were so over it! The location is great but don't plan on exploring the island with their golf carts. Also, the beds and pillows are awful. The sheets are stiff and the pillows are flat and haven't been replaced in ages I'm sure. Also they barely had any extra blankets. For the price of this rental you should at least be able to be comfortable.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Manatee Manor: Exclusive Beachfront Retreat with Gulf Views. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Manatee Manor: Exclusive Beachfront Retreat with Gulf Views pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Manatee Manor: Exclusive Beachfront Retreat with Gulf Views?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.