Escape to Sol Mar, a family-owned island home on North Captiva Island, where you can unwind in a tranquil setting with spectacular panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico. This unique getaway offers direct access to pristine beaches, mangroves and natural preserves for swimming, sunbathing and wildlife watching.
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9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
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About this property
☀︎🏝⛱︎ Beachfront Elegance⛱︎🏝☀︎
[2026 Spring + Summer Weeks Available Now!]
Our unique, fully renovated island home is 75 steps from the beach with spectacular panoramic views.
Spring -> Summer 2025 Weekly / 7-day Stay Pricing: March 1 - 15: $5750 March 15 - 31: $7500 April 1 - 15: $6000 April 16 - 30: $7,500 May 1 - 31: $4250 June 1 - 30: $4750 July 1 - 15: $5000 July 16 - July 31: $4500 August 1 - 31: $3,500 (No cleaning fees or extra fees of any kind.)
We love offering our family home as a vacation home to those who have been drawn to enjoy an amazing experience on North Captiva Island, just as we have for over twenty years.
Our philosophy is, “Mi Casa, tu casa” (My home is your home).
From the moment that you begin the planning process, our expert team will be on hand to help you get to the island, escort you and your luggage to our home, be on hand 7 days a week to address any issues that arise, and then help you and your guests back to the dock to return to the mainland.
We have teams that can deliver ANYTHING you need from nearby Cape Coral to you 7 days a week: fresh groceries, seafood, beverages, and anything you can think of.
Included in your rental fee is access to North Captiva Island Club with its large, heated pool and outdoor bar and restaurant. Guests can check-out kayaks and other equipment on a complementary basis. (based on availability).
The main level of the house (which is elevated to 23 ft. and allowed us to escape the worst of recent 2024 Hurricanes Milton and Helene), offers breathtaking bird’s eye view of the Gulf of Mexico, Pine Island Sound, the Salty Approach Airstrip. The lanai is the perfect place to enjoy the sunsets and sunrise, read a book, create island arts and crafts, take a nap or simply do nothing at all. Since the house is adjacent to the island’s private airstrip, watching small airplanes and helicopters land, take off and taxi down the runway is a thrill that you will not soon forget.
The fully equipped kitchen is located on this level so you can enjoy the amazing views while preparing meals. The dining room table is made of distressed wood. Here you will enjoy countless hours dining or playing games with the family. The main level has a full bathroom complete with a shower and tub for ease of bathing little ones or enjoying a soak. Two bedrooms are also located on this floor: one room has a queen size bed and an entrance foyer that can be closed to allow this bedroom to become the second master suite. The other bedroom has a full futon and 2 twin beds. Both rooms are tastefully decorated and are the perfect place to rest after a day at the beach.
On the second level of the house is the master bedroom retreat complete with two private balconies. The “Sunrise Balcony” offers views of the sun as it rises over Pine Island Sound to the east. From the comfort of the outdoor bed, you can also gaze at the Milky Way and all the wonders that the night sky has to offer. Shooting stars and a meteor shower or two are not an uncommon occurrence. From the “Sunset Balcony” you will enjoy the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico, views of Cayo Costa and so much more.
The master suite has a romantic canopy bed and a private sitting area. The master bath has a large two person shower as well as an over-sized soaking tub – the perfect place to rejuvenate.
Also located on the second level is a separate bonus sleeping room with a trundle bed that comfortably accommodates two. This bonus room is well appointed with a mall dresser and makes a for a cozy place for kids and kids at heart!
STILL NEED MORE BEDS for those friends and family that just could not stay behind? We know what that is like! Our family is made up of 9 siblings so we understand the importance of spending time together making memories. Sol Mar offers sleeping accommodation for up to two additional people in beds on two convertible twin ottomans and room for two more on the convertible sofa (queen bed) in the living room.
We also provide an outdoor grill, dining table, sitting areas and hammocks.
Main Level Travertine limestone floors throughout, fully equipped kitchen, dining area, separate laundry room with full size washer and dryer; full bathroom with shower and tub, one bedroom with a queen size bed and foyer entrance that can become a second master, another bedroom with a queen futon and two twin beds, flat screen television in each bedroom, living area with TV, and a game and video library, lanai and wraparound decking throughout most of the exterior of the house.
Second Level Master bedroom suite with a king bed, 65" smart TV, separate sitting area and desk, master bath with a deep, jetted tub, double sinks, a shower for two, sunset and sunrise balconies. This level also has a separate and private sleeping room, dresser and a trundle bed that comfortably sleeps two.
Sol Mar on North Captiva is the island home of your dreams. Sol Mar will live in your memories, calling you back to your home away from home. Ultimately, you will return. As for the views…well you’ll just have to see for yourself!
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Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Water dispenser
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Day bed
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate sitting area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video games
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Fenced yard
Garden
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
No elevator
Smooth flooring in public areas
Visual alarms in hallways
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: We are smoke and drug free property.
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycle parking
Foosball table
Heated pool
Kayak
Table tennis
Tennis
Water sports equipment
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Windsurfing 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)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bicycle parking
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Eco-friendly toiletries
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Property located in a resort
Reusable coffee/tea filters
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Unit size: 3,000 square feet
Water dispenser usage encouraged
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Guests booking 7 nights or more receive complimentary meet and greet and check out services
For stays less than 7 days, there is a transportation fee of $150 (to and from the marina) and a $75 charge if you choose to use the Club amenities.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
We are smoke and drug free property.
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is ☀︎🏝⛱︎ Beachfront Elegance⛱︎🏝☀︎
[2026 Spring + Summer Weeks Available Now!] pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at ☀︎🏝⛱︎ Beachfront Elegance⛱︎🏝☀︎
[2026 Spring + Summer Weeks Available Now!]?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at ☀︎🏝⛱︎ Beachfront Elegance⛱︎🏝☀︎
[2026 Spring + Summer Weeks Available Now!]?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is ☀︎🏝⛱︎ Beachfront Elegance⛱︎🏝☀︎
[2026 Spring + Summer Weeks Available Now!] located?
This family-friendly Captiva vacation home is located by the sea, steps from North Captiva Island Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Alison Hagerup Beach Park and Turner Beach. Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Blind Pass Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Reviews
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Amazing house right by the beach. Perfect place for a getaway with family and friends. House was very clean and gorgeous inside and out. We'll definitely be going back!
Very few places exceed expectations but this one did. We had the vacation we dreamed of only better! We made unforgettable memories and can’t wait to go back. The accommodations were superb and the service excellent.
Didi M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Archival
8/10 Good
Angela S.
Apr 11, 2017
Loved the property!
Would love to go again soon. We did have a few issues, but property managers took care of them promptly.
Wonderful weekend with our family of 6. Gorgeous sunsets. Clean house. Easy access to the beach. Pool was great after hot day. Great quiet island to get away.
We had an amazing time at Jose's Hideaway! The proximity to the beach is perfect and the pool/hot tub area was very relaxing. We had a family of 11 stay here and there was plenty of beach chairs, pool toys and space for everyone. We loved the option that we could go to the club to eat a few times and took advantage of their beautiful pool area as well, as part of our rental benefits. Thanks to Lily & Kristen for the great accommodations and assistance with everything. Highly recommend!
Sarah V.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Verified
8/10 Good
Diane H.
Mar 20, 2021
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great location
House is in great location. House wasn't ready as scheduled. Communication little slow but you're on island time. Hidden Lane was the best beach.
We have been to north captiva 5 times and this was the first time at sol mar. I can definitely say this is the best house there, you get everything you need. You wake up with a water view, watch the airplanes take off, watch the sunset from the main house or deck area and more. The pool deck area is perfect and comfortable for everyone to enjoy. I definitely recommend this vacation house for anyone looking to relax!
George C.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brian A.
Feb 15, 2018
Wonderful Vacation
Lily and Kristin could not be better hosts. The communication was excellent. They were gracious and definitely wanted to ensure we enjoyed our stay. The home is well appointed and VERY comfortable. The beds were inviting and the views are unparalleled. We love North Captiva. We have vacationed there 4 times and it’s been a uniquely wonderful experience each time. Thanks for the lovely time at Sol Mar!
The property was as listed, we had plenty of room to play and longe around.
TORTUGA was great with checking in and out. They handled our few issues promptly.
I would highly recommend this property for a great get away from it all.
Another plus was the air strip. We seen several plans come and go . The kids loved it.
Brad B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Andrew J.
Apr 16, 2016
It was exactly what I hoped it would be
The entire house and view of the ocean was amazing. I loved that I could view sea life from the balcony and run down to the beach before it was gone, as well as watch the sunset from the pool. It felt secluded and very VIP the entire time. This will definitely be an annual trip from now on, and wouldn't want to stay at any other homes on the island. I also loved being by the mini airport; even though there was only a couple plains landing during the day, it was always exciting when one took off or landed! Can't wait to go back.
Andrew J.
Verified
8/10 Good
Gary P.
Jul 13, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
management company
The management company for this property was less than adequate but the owner's concern for problems more than made up for the multiple problems we encountered during our stay.
This is our 2nd year coming to the beautiful SolMar home. They have everything in the home one could possibly need. Lily and Ana Marie are the best people and truly care that you have the best experience. . They treat you like family! The pool , the view from the balcony, cabana room, the grounds were all spectacular. My son in law caught 4 juvenile sharks and a stingray right off the beaches.
Highly recommend water shoes for shelling! Can’t wait to return next year!!
Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Didi M.
Aug 20, 2016
AMAZING...Exceeded expectations!
We did make memories that will last a lifetime My daughter and I spend a glorious week at this amazing home. We saw dolphins, manatees and many different types of birds. The home was truly a home away from home. The only bad thing that happened was that we had to leave. On the ferry back to the mainland we were planning our next getaway. If you want to visit a truly magical place where you will be completely rejuvenated. This is the place for you. Thank you for making our vacation such a wonderful experience!
We had another great experience at Sol Mar. the location of the home is fantastic with clear beach/gulf views along with regular (and exciting) plane and helicopter takeoffs and landings. The upgrades to the pool and grilling area are terrific and made the overal experience very relaxing and enjoyable. We also chose to stay another week at a nearby property and the management group and owners were kind enough to work with us so we didn’t lose any of our groceries (to heat) in the transition. A great family location for great family memories! This one will be especially memorable for us as our daughter learned she was accepted at West Point while we were visiting.Thank you!
Matthew W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Lauren A.
Mar 25, 2016
My One Particular Harbor
In today’s crazy hustle and bustle world, there a few places that can truly take you away from reality. Captiva is one of those places. No matter what is going on in my life, when I am there, I am at peace. Whether I'm sitting on the balcony watching the sunset and the planes landing on the stripe or sitting beachside with a good book, I am in my happiest of places. The house is the perfect oasis. From the spectacular views to it's warm and tropical feel, SolMar is the complete package! And finally, to quote Jimmy Buffet (who has written many songs about this island!!), Captiva is my "one particular harbor". I go as often as I can!
The house was as described. Magnificent. Clean. beautiful, great views, and access to the beach. The house itself warrants a 5 star review.
The management company on the other hand was terrible. The only way to communicate with them was thru either text or email. Non responsive to issues. That is why I gave it a 3 star review.
The house is beautiful, and the location and view is great! However, we had a list of issues. NO hot water until our last day (so - cold showers), a broken chair, the pocket door to the bath was stuck in the wall so we could not close the door where the shower is, no vanity lights in that bath - just wires showing, a broken screen laying against the house and 2 piles of animal feces on the balcony that the host said they'd clean up (we ended up doing it ourselves on our last day), the lights in the patio/entertainment area did not work, the water dispenser in the fridge did not work or the ice maker and we could not use the tap water as the reverse osmosis system was in-op making the water super salty and unusable for drinking or coffee. We contacted property management about the chair and hot water on the first day, then as the other issues arose. We also contacted the host. The hot water was the only issue resolved - on the afternoon of our last day. I asked our host for some reimbursement who forwarded my message to the prop mngt company. We requested 750 of the 2800 we had paid. Laurie at Tortuga (who was very responsive during all of this) sent our request to the owner and he never responded to either of us. I know problems arise and can be harder to address on the island. However, the silence from the host in the end - to not even address our request, is very disappointing. I feel like how a problem is addressed can speak volumes on how you do business.
April J.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Beth W.
May 16, 2019
Great vacation
We absolutely loved the location of Jose’s Hide-a-Way. Convenient to beach’s and beach club. Thank you to Laurie Rosen of Tortuga Properties. She was the property manager of the house and was fantastic. Definitely use Island Girl Charters for transportation. They brought all of the groceries and luggage right to the rental for us. The pool and hot tub were fantastic. Only snafu was the casita bedroom. Unfortunately we were unable to use this room due to moisture and a very musty smell. The A/C was broken in this room also. The owner should not advertise this as a 5 th bedroom. The Master bedroom is lovely, the other room upstairs is a twin trundle. Suitable for two children or one adult. We were a large family so we made it work.
Listening to the waves lull you to sleep at night made our stay amazing. It was a great vacation. Perfect weather !
. . . . no really, clearing this lovely house for check out was hard! There were twelve of us, three generations celebrating Pop's 75th birthday, and it was a fantastic vacation. But going to sleep in paradise on Friday night and waking up in boot camp Saturday morning was tough! There is a long list of chores to be done for a 9:00 am. checkout. A smaller group with fewer children might have had an easier exit, but we did it and we'll be back next year!!!!
Sidebar: three of our kids required antibiotics from the Publix pharmacy for ear infections, strep throat and a badly cut foot (Web MD to the rescue!) If you are unsure about dealing with the unexpected on an island, don't worry. The Tortuga staff are ready to help and it will all work out in island time!