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🌀IAN Updated🌀 Private Pool/Hot Tub💦 Golf Carts 🚙 Pet Friendly 🐶 A+ Location

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Smart TV, video games, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10214 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Captiva, FL
  • Popular LocationNorth Captiva Island Beach4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

🌀IAN Updated🌀 Private Pool/Hot Tub💦 Golf Carts 🚙 Pet Friendly 🐶 A+ Location

Complete exterior renovation completed March 2023

Welcome to our home on North Captiva Island. Remote and undiscovered, North Captiva Island is accessible only by ferry, private boat or small plane. This private island community is reminiscent of old Florida as it once was during a simpler time. There are no cars, no paved roads and no traffic jams (unless a turtle is crossing the road), just golf carts and a slower more relaxed way of living.

Over 2300 sq ft w/4 bedrooms (2 king suites) 3.5 baths and beds for 10 people. All stays include the use of 1 golf cart with the option to rent a 2nd cart. The multi-level floor plan providers plenty of space for everyone to spread out, make themselves at home and not feel cramped. All bedrooms and full baths are on the 2nd level with common areas and a half bath located on the 3rd level.

Looney Dunes was fortunate enough not to have any interior water damage from Hurricane Ian. The exterior of the house has been fully renovated with new siding, handrails, decking, fencing, stairs and screening.

Being that our home is independently managed we offer our guests a boutique travel experience, no unanswered phone calls, broken down golf carts or lost groceries. We take care of every aspect of your vacation to make it as relaxing and worry-free as possible.

Unlike so many vacation homes, we visit as much as possible so our home is just that, a home. We provide all the basics; paper towels, bath tissue, laundry detergent, soap, cooking supplies, spices, etc. Don't worry, you don't have to make that single roll of paper towels last all week! Our kitchen includes all the basic appliances and tools you need for the best family meals!

Welcome to Paradise, it's time to relax!

Please note that we have exterior security cameras monitoring the golf cart parking areas and ring doorbell cameras at both doors 📸

Property manager

Tina Goodman

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry detergent

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lb per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near the bay
  • On a private island

Things to do

  • Heated pool on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2300 sq ft (214 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lb per pet)
Note from host: $250 pet fee & all pet must be pre-approved .

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Renovated Beach House w/Private Pool Hot Tub steps from the Gulf

About the area

Captiva

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in North Captiva, a neighbourhood in Captiva. Barbara Sumwalt Useppa Island Historical Museum and Barbara Sumwalt Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at McCarthy's Marina and Jensen’s Marina. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • North Captiva Island Beach - 4 min walk

Restaurants

  • The Mucky Duck
  • Old Captiva House
  • Mango's - 10 min walk
  • Doc Ford's Rum Bar and Grille - Captiva Island
  • Starbucks

Frequently asked questions

Does 🌀IAN Updated🌀 Private Pool/Hot Tub💦 Golf Carts 🚙 Pet Friendly 🐶 A+ Location have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 🌀IAN Updated🌀 Private Pool/Hot Tub💦 Golf Carts 🚙 Pet Friendly 🐶 A+ Location pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at 🌀IAN Updated🌀 Private Pool/Hot Tub💦 Golf Carts 🚙 Pet Friendly 🐶 A+ Location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🌀IAN Updated🌀 Private Pool/Hot Tub💦 Golf Carts 🚙 Pet Friendly 🐶 A+ Location?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is 🌀IAN Updated🌀 Private Pool/Hot Tub💦 Golf Carts 🚙 Pet Friendly 🐶 A+ Location located?

This family-friendly Captiva holiday home is located by the sea, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from North Captiva Island Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Alison Hagerup Beach Park and Captiva Beach. Turner Beach and Blind Pass Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

amy n.

Liked: Cleanliness
North Captiva gem
Beautiful house with views from the upper deck of sunrise in the morning and the gulf from the west. Enjoyed everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
We had a wonderful time staying at the property. This was our second time as a family to the island. The house was perfect for the eight of us. Plenty of room for everyone. We loved the porch areas and having two golf carts. Kale was excellent with communication. The location was a perfect walk to the beach. The house had everything we needed. We will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick G., Baldwin City

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent from start to finish!
This is truly a special place that feels like home and you’re treated like family. Every interaction was appreciated. Questions answered, island caretakers so helpful. We really enjoyed our time and are discussing our return. There were 6 of us, 3 generations. (Teenagers, parent, grandparents.) Home was super spacious, with so many comfy seating areas. The kitchen was wonderful with loads of counter space and every utensil you could possibly need. Beds comfy, everything spotless. Location was also great. Proximity to beaches, Mangos and the hiking trail. Views of the sunsets were the icing on the cake. Didn’t mention the pool, hot tub, ping pong, darts….!? And golf carts!! This entire island and property will absolutely bring you some joy, peace and serenity. ❤️
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
It was our first time to North Captiva and we loved it! Sarah meet us off the ferry and was so helpful to show us the house. Kale stopped by during the week to clean the pool and was very friendly as well. Tina checked in on us after we arrived to make sure we had everything. We did!! The house was very clean and well stocked with anything we could need. It was the perfect house and location for our group of two families. Would recommend this house and amazing island to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing at the beach
The property is all you could ask for and more for a fabulous beach getaway. The property manager was fantastic with any questions and issues. My family enjoyed the pool and fast access to the beach. The house is equipped with chairs and everything needed for the day spent on the beach. Communication was great for information on groceries and fishing, thank you! Its a great place to stay on Upper Captiva and enjoy a stress free vacation. Thank you to the owner and manager for making it outstanding.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Looney Dunes
Beautiful house and property. Very clean and had everything we needed. Two refrigerators on main floor and an additional refrigerator at the pool deck came in very handy. We were traveling with a toddler and there are roll away baby gates at the tops of the stairs. The house is safe for young children. We used the pool every day and it was clean and refreshing. The hot tube was great as well. Kale, the on island property manager was very nice and attentive. He helped us with our baggage and even helped track down a lost bag on the island. Thank you for the great memories for our family trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Everything was amazing! Tina was very sweet and accommodating, and promptly answered all of my questions before the trip! Also, there was plenty of towels, blankets, pillows, spices, paper towels, etc. You will never run out of toiletries! Kale did a great job, as he is an excellent property manager. He was very diligent, kind, and helpful! He provided us with all of the pertinent information that we needed. The pictures do not do the house justice! The pool deck area was awesome, as we spent a lot of time out there! It was paradise! We cant wait to go back! It will be soon! Thank you Tina!😍
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arup D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy guest (2nd timer)
The entire experience was fantastic. I stayed at Looney Dunes last year with my family and decided that we had to come back this year. Tina, Becca, and Bill were very communicative and helpful about everything and the house itself was immaculate. The heated pool, games, coolers, beach equipment was perfect and our stay was very enjoyable. Will definitely look to be coming back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Looney Dunes is amazing, the pictures don't do it justice. Absolutely beautiful and sits in a tropical forest!! House is bigger than expected and well thought out, pool and hot tub amazing!!! Becca and Tina great to work with and communicated with us the entire time. We had 9 in our family so the 2nd golf cart was very helpful to explore around the island. Loved north Captiva and highly recommend Looney Dunes for the perfect island getaway!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Celia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Family Get-Away
We loved North Captiva and Looney Dunes! It was the perfect escape for us and luckily the weather couldn’t have been better. Would love to return someday!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022