North Captiva IslandFlorida
North Captiva Island vacation homes
The premier homes on North Captiva. Eleven of the island’s best, on a small Gulf island with no bridge and no cars.
Up to 12 guests (adults + children)
Premier Host
As seen on TVStaycation, The Destination Channel
Named one of Airbnb’s top five quality hosts in all of North America, two years in a row.
The best on the island
A local team that knows every home
Staying with Vanage means knowing the people behind your trip. Our local team plans your stay with you and looks after you once you arrive, because we care for every home ourselves.
Founded in 2016, Vanage Vacation Homes is a small, boutique company built around thoughtful hospitality and well-cared-for homes. On North Captiva we look after eleven of the island’s best homes, and we keep the collection small on purpose, so every house and every guest gets real attention. Our story
Kate & Dave Watt
Book with confidence
A 4.97 average across nearly 3,000 guest reviews, so you’re booking with a host guests already trust.
With Vanage, you can book with confidence knowing every home we care for reflects the same high standards of quality, thoughtful hospitality, and personal attention. It’s a level of consistency and care you can count on, whichever home you choose.
- One local team, start to finish
The small team that takes your booking is the team that looks after you and the house, from your first message to the day you head home.
- Every detail before you book
Each home’s page lists the bed setup, the baths and what’s included, with live prices for your dates.
- Clear terms before you pay
Check-in, check-out and cancellation policy are shown before checkout.
As seen on TV
Lookout Escape on Staycation
Lookout Escape, one of our North Captiva homes, was featured on Staycation by The Destination Channel. Take a look inside, then see the home for yourself.
Soggy Pesos, seen from the beach
The homes · 01
Soggy Pesos
Island Club · Private heated pool · Hot tub
Two families, one beach. Two Gulf-facing king suites share a big screened porch, and the kids get their own room. A heated pool, a hot tub and an outdoor bar that seats 12.
The homes · 02–11
Eleven on North Captiva
Our North Captiva homes, sleeping 6 to 12. A few more favorites.
The island
Where our homes are
From mid-island — along Oro Pesos, Escondido and Gulf Lane — down through Safety Harbor to Foster’s Bay.
Book direct
Why book with us directly
The same homes are on Airbnb and Vrbo. Booking here gets you a better deal and a shorter line to us.
239-610-1161Call, text or email. A real person on our team answers.
- Best rate when you book direct
Our lowest price for every home is here, not on the booking sites.
- Returning-guest perks
Come back and you get thank-you pricing and first pick of dates before they open up.
- A direct line to your hosts
Call, text or email 239-610-1161 before, during and after your stay. No call center.
- An arrival plan that works
We share our recommendations in the guidebook after booking.
Island guide
North Captiva Island guide
Ferries and charters, golf carts, beaches and shelling, the best time to visit and what to pack. Written by the people who work on the island every week.
The path to the beach at Casa Blanca
The experience from the moment we booked until we checked out was absolutely seamless. Hosts were attentive and always responsive in a very timely manner.
Questions
Before you come over
Where is North Captiva Island?
North Captiva (also called Upper Captiva) is a small barrier island in Pine Island Sound off Southwest Florida, in Lee County. It sits just north of Captiva Island across Redfish Pass.
How do I get to North Captiva?
There’s no bridge or road. Most guests take a ferry. We share our recommendations in the guidebook after booking. A private charter is the more private, flexible option, and Sandbar Escape guests arrive by private charter right to the home’s dock. We send every guest an arrival guide.
Are there cars on the island?
No. Everyone gets around by golf cart, bike or on foot. Most homes include at least one golf cart for exploring the island, and many offer two. Each home’s page lists what’s included. Our most private residence, on Foster’s Bay, comes with two e-bikes for exploring.
How do I find open dates?
Open the calendar on any home, or use “Next available” and “I’m flexible” to see openings. Not sure your dates work? Call, text or email us at 239-610-1161 or hello@stayvanage.com and we’ll find the closest fit.
Do you have pet-friendly homes?
Yes. Eight of our eleven North Captiva homes are pet friendly, including Soggy Pesos, Casa Blanca, Lookout Escape and Shellabration. Use the Pet friendly filter to see them all.
Why book direct instead of Airbnb or Vrbo?
You get our best rate, returning-guest perks, and a direct line to the local team that looks after the house: call, text or email us at 239-610-1161 or hello@stayvanage.com before, during and after your stay.
See you on the island
Tell us your dates and how many are coming
We’ll tell you which house fits, and if your week is taken, which one is open.