House in North Captiva Island, FL
5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this house rental
“THE PERFECT SHELL” – PRIVATE HEATED POOL, GOLF CART & STEPS TO BUTTERFLY BEACH
Fantastic North Captiva Island pool home in a prime high-and-dry location just steps from beautiful Butterfly Beach!
Welcome to The Perfect Shell, a beautifully maintained 2-bedroom island home featuring a private heated saltwater pool, complimentary golf cart, whole-house reverse osmosis system and an incredible location near one of North Captiva's widest sugar-sand beaches.
Perfect for couples, honeymooners, anniversary trips and families, The Perfect Shell combines the privacy of your own island home with an amenity-packed vacation experience.
Maximum Occupancy: 5 Guests
Private Heated Saltwater Pool
Complimentary Golf Cart
Whole-House Reverse Osmosis System
Steps to Butterfly Beach
On-Island Concierge
STAY REQUIREMENTS
During Prime Season, Spring Break and Holidays, The Perfect Shell typically rents weekend-to-weekend with a 7-night minimum stay.
During non-prime periods, shorter stays and alternate check-in/check-out days may be available. Please send an INQUIRY before submitting a booking request if you need different dates or a shorter stay.
Check-In: 4:00 PM or later
Check-Out: By 10:00 AM
Early check-in or late check-out may not be available with same-day turnovers. Please coordinate ferry and travel plans accordingly.
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance.
THE BEACH HOME
The Perfect Shell is located in the Dunes neighborhood on the high-and-dry southern end of North Captiva, just one street from the State Preserve and a very short walk or golf-cart ride to spectacular Butterfly Beach.
This comfortable one-level, tiled home features an open floor plan, high-quality furnishings, comfortable beds and everything needed for a relaxing island vacation.
Home amenities include:
• 2 bedrooms
• King bed
• Queen bed
• Queen-size air mattress for an additional guest
• Pack ’n Play
• Fully stocked kitchen
• Stainless-steel French-door refrigerator
• Gas cooking and convection baking
• Dishwasher
• Microwave
• Full-size washer and dryer
• 65" Samsung Crystal UHD Smart TV
• Additional flat-screen TVs
• High-speed internet
• Linens and towels
• Whole-house reverse osmosis system
• Central HVAC
The kitchen is stocked with cookware, bakeware, barware, specialty serving dishes and other essentials for preparing and enjoying meals at home.
WHOLE-HOUSE REVERSE OSMOSIS
One of The Perfect Shell's special features is its whole-house reverse osmosis water system.
Enjoy RO water throughout the home for showering, cooking and drinking — an especially nice amenity on a remote barrier island.
PRIVATE HEATED SALTWATER POOL & OUTDOOR LIVING
Relax in your own oversized, lagoon-style heated saltwater pool, surrounded by a fully fenced pool and yard area.
Outdoor amenities include:
• Private heated saltwater pool
• Fully fenced pool area
• Plenty of poolside seating
• Large covered and lighted entertaining area
• Cleared yard for outdoor activities
• Huge screened and lighted front porch
• Outdoor dining and entertaining space
• Weber propane grill
• Propane provided
• Tropical island surroundings
The large screened front porch is a wonderful place for dining, relaxing and enjoying the tropical scenery.
PRIVATE POOL HOME – NO CLUB MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED
The Perfect Shell is a private pool home with no club membership required or included. You have your own private heated saltwater pool right at the house to enjoy throughout your stay.
Guests may also enjoy the right-hand pool and spa at the Island Club at North Captiva, which are open to the public at no charge. No Island Club membership is required to use this public pool and spa area.
COMPLIMENTARY GOLF CART
There are no cars on North Captiva Island. Transportation is by golf cart, bicycle or foot.
Your stay at The Perfect Shell includes a privately owned and maintained golf cart complimentary with your rental.
Use it to visit the beach, restaurants, shops or simply explore North Captiva.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY AMENITIES
Traveling with children or a baby? The Perfect Shell includes:
• Pack ’n Play with mattress and sheets
• High chair
• Booster seat
• Children's dishes
• Bibs
• Safety gate
• Beach toys
• Family beach cabana
• Toys and games for multiple ages
EXTRA GUEST AMENITIES
We want you to feel at home and provide many extras, including:
• Cleaning supplies
• Laundry supplies
• Toiletry essentials
• Spices and cooking sprays
• Coffee and tea bar
• Propane for the grill
• Printer with ink and paper
• Linens and towels
Guests are also welcomed with a bottle of white wine and sparkling mineral water/water. If you prefer something different, please let us know.
Celebrating a honeymoon, anniversary, birthday or another special occasion? Ask us — we're happy to help make your arrival special.
BEACHES & ISLAND LIFE
The Perfect Shell is only steps from beautiful Butterfly Beach, one of North Captiva's widest sugar-sand beaches.
Enjoy world-class shelling and fishing, swimming, boating, nature walks and incredible wildlife. Dolphins, manatees, gopher tortoises and native birds are all part of the North Captiva experience.
The nearby State Preserve offers beautiful natural areas and trails leading toward the Gulf.
ABOUT NORTH CAPTIVA ISLAND
North Captiva is an unspoiled barrier island located off Southwest Florida in the Gulf of Mexico and is accessible only by boat or private plane.
Approximately two-thirds of the island is State Preserve, offering beautiful beaches, wildlife, tropical vegetation and nature trails.
The island offers restaurants and bars along with Mangos convenience store, Boats and Fun and additional island services.
Activities and services may include boat rentals, fishing charters, golf-cart and fat-tire bike rentals, kayaks, private chefs, prepared meals, massage services, photography and excursions to Cayo Costa, Boca Grande and Cabbage Key.
There is no traditional full-size grocery store on North Captiva, so grocery planning before arrival is important.
GETTING TO NORTH CAPTIVA
Most guests flying into Southwest Florida arrive at RSW – Southwest Florida International Airport and travel to Safe Harbor Pineland Marina on Pine Island.
Guests may reach North Captiva by scheduled ferry, private water taxi/charter or their own boat.
Island Girl Charters is approximately a 30-minute ferry ride to North Captiva. Round-trip adult ferry fare is approximately $59 plus tax. Paid overnight marina parking is approximately $12 per night.
Ferry transportation and marina parking are paid separately and are not included in your rental rate.
For a 4:00 PM check-in, guests commonly reserve the approximately 3:00 PM Island Girl Charters ferry to the Mainstay/Barnacles dock.
Please reserve early, as ferries can fill. Schedules, availability and pricing can change, so confirm current information before finalizing travel plans.
Bringing your own boat? Please inquire about assistance arranging boat dockage.
GROCERIES & ON-ISLAND CONCIERGE
Upon arrival, our on-island concierge will assist with transporting you, your luggage and groceries to The Perfect Shell.
Grocery options include:
• Bring groceries on the ferry
• Arrange a personal shopper
• Have groceries stocked before arrival
• Arrange grocery delivery during your stay
Complete information will be provided in your Perfect Shell Welcome Package after booking. Personal shopping, grocery stocking and similar services may involve additional guest charges.
Our concierge can also assist with your departure.
Additional island services may include private chefs, massage services, boat rentals, fishing charters and island excursions. Please ask if you would like help arranging something special.
IMPORTANT TRAVEL INFORMATION
North Captiva is a remote barrier island, and weather, transportation interruptions and flight delays can affect travel plans. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Ferry transportation, private charters, marina parking, personal shopping and other third-party services are not included unless specifically stated otherwise.
Your golf cart IS included complimentary.
All guests are required to complete and return the Host Vacation Rental Agreement.
SECURITY CAMERAS
In accordance with disclosure requirements, exterior security cameras are located outside the property for security purposes.
One exterior camera faces the driveway underneath the house, and one exterior camera faces the water equipment.
PROFESSIONALLY MANAGED
The Perfect Shell is professionally managed by Swept Away Realty, Inc., a licensed local property manager with on-island concierge assistance.
We strive to provide a fabulous Five-Star North Captiva vacation experience and will do everything we can to help make your stay extra special.
If you have questions, special requests or need assistance planning your island arrival, please don't hesitate to ask.
Thank you for considering The Perfect Shell for your North Captiva Island vacation!
Your Hosts,
Ken and Amy Ivey
Fantastic North Captiva Island pool home in a prime high-and-dry location just steps from beautiful Butterfly Beach!
Welcome to The Perfect Shell, a beautifully maintained 2-bedroom island home featuring a private heated saltwater pool, complimentary golf cart, whole-house reverse osmosis system and an incredible location near one of North Captiva's widest sugar-sand beaches.
Perfect for couples, honeymooners, anniversary trips and families, The Perfect Shell combines the privacy of your own island home with an amenity-packed vacation experience.
Maximum Occupancy: 5 Guests
Private Heated Saltwater Pool
Complimentary Golf Cart
Whole-House Reverse Osmosis System
Steps to Butterfly Beach
On-Island Concierge
STAY REQUIREMENTS
During Prime Season, Spring Break and Holidays, The Perfect Shell typically rents weekend-to-weekend with a 7-night minimum stay.
During non-prime periods, shorter stays and alternate check-in/check-out days may be available. Please send an INQUIRY before submitting a booking request if you need different dates or a shorter stay.
Check-In: 4:00 PM or later
Check-Out: By 10:00 AM
Early check-in or late check-out may not be available with same-day turnovers. Please coordinate ferry and travel plans accordingly.
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance.
THE BEACH HOME
The Perfect Shell is located in the Dunes neighborhood on the high-and-dry southern end of North Captiva, just one street from the State Preserve and a very short walk or golf-cart ride to spectacular Butterfly Beach.
This comfortable one-level, tiled home features an open floor plan, high-quality furnishings, comfortable beds and everything needed for a relaxing island vacation.
Home amenities include:
• 2 bedrooms
• King bed
• Queen bed
• Queen-size air mattress for an additional guest
• Pack ’n Play
• Fully stocked kitchen
• Stainless-steel French-door refrigerator
• Gas cooking and convection baking
• Dishwasher
• Microwave
• Full-size washer and dryer
• 65" Samsung Crystal UHD Smart TV
• Additional flat-screen TVs
• High-speed internet
• Linens and towels
• Whole-house reverse osmosis system
• Central HVAC
The kitchen is stocked with cookware, bakeware, barware, specialty serving dishes and other essentials for preparing and enjoying meals at home.
WHOLE-HOUSE REVERSE OSMOSIS
One of The Perfect Shell's special features is its whole-house reverse osmosis water system.
Enjoy RO water throughout the home for showering, cooking and drinking — an especially nice amenity on a remote barrier island.
PRIVATE HEATED SALTWATER POOL & OUTDOOR LIVING
Relax in your own oversized, lagoon-style heated saltwater pool, surrounded by a fully fenced pool and yard area.
Outdoor amenities include:
• Private heated saltwater pool
• Fully fenced pool area
• Plenty of poolside seating
• Large covered and lighted entertaining area
• Cleared yard for outdoor activities
• Huge screened and lighted front porch
• Outdoor dining and entertaining space
• Weber propane grill
• Propane provided
• Tropical island surroundings
The large screened front porch is a wonderful place for dining, relaxing and enjoying the tropical scenery.
PRIVATE POOL HOME – NO CLUB MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED
The Perfect Shell is a private pool home with no club membership required or included. You have your own private heated saltwater pool right at the house to enjoy throughout your stay.
Guests may also enjoy the right-hand pool and spa at the Island Club at North Captiva, which are open to the public at no charge. No Island Club membership is required to use this public pool and spa area.
COMPLIMENTARY GOLF CART
There are no cars on North Captiva Island. Transportation is by golf cart, bicycle or foot.
Your stay at The Perfect Shell includes a privately owned and maintained golf cart complimentary with your rental.
Use it to visit the beach, restaurants, shops or simply explore North Captiva.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY AMENITIES
Traveling with children or a baby? The Perfect Shell includes:
• Pack ’n Play with mattress and sheets
• High chair
• Booster seat
• Children's dishes
• Bibs
• Safety gate
• Beach toys
• Family beach cabana
• Toys and games for multiple ages
EXTRA GUEST AMENITIES
We want you to feel at home and provide many extras, including:
• Cleaning supplies
• Laundry supplies
• Toiletry essentials
• Spices and cooking sprays
• Coffee and tea bar
• Propane for the grill
• Printer with ink and paper
• Linens and towels
Guests are also welcomed with a bottle of white wine and sparkling mineral water/water. If you prefer something different, please let us know.
Celebrating a honeymoon, anniversary, birthday or another special occasion? Ask us — we're happy to help make your arrival special.
BEACHES & ISLAND LIFE
The Perfect Shell is only steps from beautiful Butterfly Beach, one of North Captiva's widest sugar-sand beaches.
Enjoy world-class shelling and fishing, swimming, boating, nature walks and incredible wildlife. Dolphins, manatees, gopher tortoises and native birds are all part of the North Captiva experience.
The nearby State Preserve offers beautiful natural areas and trails leading toward the Gulf.
ABOUT NORTH CAPTIVA ISLAND
North Captiva is an unspoiled barrier island located off Southwest Florida in the Gulf of Mexico and is accessible only by boat or private plane.
Approximately two-thirds of the island is State Preserve, offering beautiful beaches, wildlife, tropical vegetation and nature trails.
The island offers restaurants and bars along with Mangos convenience store, Boats and Fun and additional island services.
Activities and services may include boat rentals, fishing charters, golf-cart and fat-tire bike rentals, kayaks, private chefs, prepared meals, massage services, photography and excursions to Cayo Costa, Boca Grande and Cabbage Key.
There is no traditional full-size grocery store on North Captiva, so grocery planning before arrival is important.
GETTING TO NORTH CAPTIVA
Most guests flying into Southwest Florida arrive at RSW – Southwest Florida International Airport and travel to Safe Harbor Pineland Marina on Pine Island.
Guests may reach North Captiva by scheduled ferry, private water taxi/charter or their own boat.
Island Girl Charters is approximately a 30-minute ferry ride to North Captiva. Round-trip adult ferry fare is approximately $59 plus tax. Paid overnight marina parking is approximately $12 per night.
Ferry transportation and marina parking are paid separately and are not included in your rental rate.
For a 4:00 PM check-in, guests commonly reserve the approximately 3:00 PM Island Girl Charters ferry to the Mainstay/Barnacles dock.
Please reserve early, as ferries can fill. Schedules, availability and pricing can change, so confirm current information before finalizing travel plans.
Bringing your own boat? Please inquire about assistance arranging boat dockage.
GROCERIES & ON-ISLAND CONCIERGE
Upon arrival, our on-island concierge will assist with transporting you, your luggage and groceries to The Perfect Shell.
Grocery options include:
• Bring groceries on the ferry
• Arrange a personal shopper
• Have groceries stocked before arrival
• Arrange grocery delivery during your stay
Complete information will be provided in your Perfect Shell Welcome Package after booking. Personal shopping, grocery stocking and similar services may involve additional guest charges.
Our concierge can also assist with your departure.
Additional island services may include private chefs, massage services, boat rentals, fishing charters and island excursions. Please ask if you would like help arranging something special.
IMPORTANT TRAVEL INFORMATION
North Captiva is a remote barrier island, and weather, transportation interruptions and flight delays can affect travel plans. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Ferry transportation, private charters, marina parking, personal shopping and other third-party services are not included unless specifically stated otherwise.
Your golf cart IS included complimentary.
All guests are required to complete and return the Host Vacation Rental Agreement.
SECURITY CAMERAS
In accordance with disclosure requirements, exterior security cameras are located outside the property for security purposes.
One exterior camera faces the driveway underneath the house, and one exterior camera faces the water equipment.
PROFESSIONALLY MANAGED
The Perfect Shell is professionally managed by Swept Away Realty, Inc., a licensed local property manager with on-island concierge assistance.
We strive to provide a fabulous Five-Star North Captiva vacation experience and will do everything we can to help make your stay extra special.
If you have questions, special requests or need assistance planning your island arrival, please don't hesitate to ask.
Thank you for considering The Perfect Shell for your North Captiva Island vacation!
Your Hosts,
Ken and Amy Ivey
Amenities
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Map of North Captiva Island, FL
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
We had a great time in North Captiva! The house was perfect, great location, super clean, couldn't ask for anything more. Looking forward to staying again soon!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
Great place for small group with big time amenities! Loved our stay!
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
We loved this stay! Great home just down from the beach so it perfect to get your steps in or just jump in the golf cart. Home was clean, well stocked with everything you need to cook, spices, extra blankets/pillows, toiletries, beach towels, beach chairs, umbrellas, etc. Pool was a great feature as we used it every day. Shelling was good and beaches were not crowded at all! Information provided by the host was great especially since it was our first time on the island. It covered everything. Concierge service was great and very helpful with introducing us to the island, transporting our luggage and grocery delivery. (Little pricy but worth it) Restaurants/bars were great options on days we didn’t want to cook. We highly recommend this place for a quiet, lazy, romantic and remote get away!
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
We were extremely happy with our stay at the Perfect Shell. Check-in was very simple and clear. You are provided a personal concierge upon arrival to the island and upon departure. They handled loading and unloading our luggage completely. The house felt rather spacious and had any amenity you could desire - plenty of beach and bath towels, toiletries in case you'd forgotten any, games, pool and beach toys, and much more. I wasn't sure what to expect as far as the size of the pool, but it was larger in person than it appears in the pictures on the listing. We spent many hours floating on pool noodles soaking up the sun. The yard and house are also quite private. We were technically visiting during the off season, so that may have had an affect on our experience, but the beaches were mostly uninhabited. We thoroughly enjoyed our private strolls on the beach and wading in the ocean. The house is located very near what is, in my opinion, the nicest stretch of beach.I would recommend visiting the Perfect Shell if you get the opportunity. A great experience for a great price!
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Top rated by guests
10Outstanding
(102 Ratings)
"We had a great time in North Captiva! The house was perfect, great location, super clean, couldn't ask for anything more. Looking forward to staying again soon!"
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