You can look forward to a garden, a playground and laundry facilities at Fantastic Island Getaway at Sunset Captiva 48. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Fantastic Island Getaway at Sunset Captiva 48
THE BEST LOCATION ON CAPTIVA! More than 30 restaurants have reopened and our unit has no damage!
Welcome to Sunset Captiva #48! Sunset Captiva #48 is an extraordinary vacation home for up to six. It is located right in the Captiva Village Center, where you’ll find it so convenient to step out for coffee or a snack, shop at the Island Store, or enjoy a meal at one of the fine restaurants! Steps from the world famous Mucky Duck, where you can enjoy the best sunsets and live music on the island! Both the beach and bay are an easy stroll, all within the Sunset Captiva community.
#48 is located on a cul-de-sac at the very end of Oster Court. The home feels secluded: nearly hidden in a thriving tropical forest and garden. Within the wall of greenery is a private lawn area with outdoor seating including a picnic table, with a separate staircase up to the rear lanai. Also on the ground level you'll find an outdoor shower and sand-rinse, plus a shell sorting bench for after your beach forays. There are 2 bikes for your use, along with a collection of beach supplies: umbrellas, chairs, toys, a beach cart, and more. Please note we provide these items for the convenience of our guests-we cannot guarantee their condition or functionality. Guests and environmental conditions are very tough on these items. If you require top notch/brand new items there are local rental companies to provide them.
The main-level screened lanai is a great gathering place and has an outdoor dining table, and cushioned seating for five with new furniture.
The upper level sundeck faces east to catch the morning and midday sunshine while enjoying some afternoon shade. One end has two loungers and a table, while the other end has two wicker chairs, a table, and a storage chest. This sundeck is accessible through either bedroom suite, and is exceptionally private - perfect for morning coffee or sunbathing.
The living room has a sectional with chaise, and a chair with ottoman - all facing the fireplace and HDTV with 200+ channels and a 3D BluRay / DVD player (fireplace is not functional). Adjoining is the dining room with seating for six, and a bar with cabinets, stemware, and wine supplies.
The kitchen is stocked with utensils: if you have it at home, its probably here too (including a Keurig coffee maker). The refrigerator / freezer offers filtered water and ice. The appliances have recently been replaced and the countertops are new quartz. The laundry room has full size washer / dryer, and a large library of DVDs for old school movie nights. Also on the main level is a guest half bath (powder room).
#48 is set up to be a family-friendly home, and kids are most welcome (but pets are not). ***Queen sized air mattress available upon advanced request.
Upstairs are two bedroom suites plus a sleeping nook with built in bunk beds. The master suite has a new king bed and mattress topper, a full-size dresser with mirror, a TV hutch with additional drawers and an HDTV. You can watch the sunset from the master bed, though we recommend witnessing it from the beach! The extra-wide bathroom vanity has plenty of surface area. Opposite the vanity is a full closet with two gliding mirrored doors. Through a pocket door is the separate chamber with toilet and shower, plus linen closet. The spa-like shower stall is double size and features four body spray heads in addition to the rain shower head. Continuing on is a door opening onto the upper-level sundeck.
The guest suite has two twin beds, a full-size dresser plus a tall chest of drawers, an HDTV and DVD player, and another door to the sundeck. There is a full closet plus a linen closet. The bathroom has a two-sink vanity and a separate toilet / shower chamber with tub.
A short walk from the unit and within Sunset Captiva you will find 3 large gas grills, 2 tennis/pickle ball courts, and the pool - all available for guest use at no charge (subject to availability and maintenance). Also within Sunset Captiva you will find a dock with slips on an as available basis.
Steps from the unit is YOLO - the perfect place to rent anything else you would like to enjoy during your vacation - including golf carts, wave runners, and sailboats!
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Fenced private pool
Heated pool
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Freezer
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Dock
Furnished lanai
Garden
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
Near a health/beauty spa
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Heated pool
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing 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)
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
Please put trash in bins and leave bins out in driveway for pickup before you leave or during your stay! Pickup is Wednesday.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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 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
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Captiva, this holiday home is by the sea. Sanibel Island Lighthouse is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Captiva Beach and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling. Visit our Captiva travel guide
Does Fantastic Island Getaway at Sunset Captiva 48 have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Fantastic Island Getaway at Sunset Captiva 48 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Fantastic Island Getaway at Sunset Captiva 48?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Fantastic Island Getaway at Sunset Captiva 48?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Fantastic Island Getaway at Sunset Captiva 48?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Fantastic Island Getaway at Sunset Captiva 48 located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Jensen’s Marina and Captiva Beach. Captiva Chapel By the Sea and Jungle Drums are just steps away.
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Fantastic Island Getaway at Sunset Captiva 48 Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
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We were a little disappointed. The property was nice, although the kitchen had ants. We reached out to the owners, and they told us they had called Terminix. They never showed. We also called maintenance, but they did not return our call.
We were also disappointed that the listing said there was a hot tub and that wasn't the case.
In addition, the bikes on site were unusable.
The master bedroom was nice, and beds were comfortable. Location is of the complex is great. You are within walking distance to most places.
Overall the house is very nice.
Nice beach house in a great location. Highly recommend renting a golf cart from neighboring YOLO for a fun way to cruise around the island. (not needed, just fun!) Delicious island restaurants within walking distance. We ate at Keylime Bistro, The Green Flash- Boops and Captiva Cantina. The general store is just down the street- and has anything you may have forgotten. Community pool was clean and well-maintained, beach access was great- beautiful beach location. House was as described, comfortable and clean. Nice surprise to have a partial water view of the bay. Definite beach vibe.
This place was perfect for our family, so much space to spread out and super close to anything you want (food, shopping, beach, bay). Inside the home we had everything thing we needed for a entertaining (kitchen stocked with all you need for cooking, DVDs, beach equipment, bikes) And a beautiful relaxing lanai. We could also, watch the sunrise and sunset everyday within in a few steps of this property. We loved this place!!!!!
Neighborhood is a perfect location. Our particular spot backed up to the main road & a business with a loud generator. I would probably pick another unit in the same neighborhood next time. This unit could use a little love, specifically a few tiles in the main floor were broken and near lifting out of the floor. The shower in the master bedroom held water. One of the wooden steps to the front door was also loose. Overall, we enjoyed our stay. It was also helpful that there were bikes, umbrellas, chairs, cooler for the beach.
Jeff S.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Pam D.
14 July 2021
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
House needs updating
Nice location & good size, but did not warrant the price & fees we paid compared to other Sunset Captiva houses; we booked late.
This house is in need of a deep clean, paint &. new main level flooring. Grout pulled up when we swept the floors. Grimy light switches (I washed some just to feel cleaner when cooking), dirty shag rug (brown but supposed to be white!), kitchen baseboard pulled away from wall, caulk coming up in the master shower, etc. Closets had peeling paint, rusted door rails & smelled musty.
The master bathroom has a pocket door on old metal rails that will wake up anyone sleeping if you use the bathroom at night.
We will come back to Sunset Captiva because of the proximity to beach & restaurants, but have chosen another house.
The unit is quite dated. For example, all of the appliances need to be updated, particularly the fridge which has a large sticker-type wear stain on the front and a completely broken vegetable bin. For the price being charged for the unit, it's also time to switch out the formica countertops. Even the collection of some 100+ DVDs shows the age of the unit. My wife was particularly displeased with the cable, which only carried the local stations and a handful of others. Also, in the master bath, the faucet was basically inoperable, with it not being properly attached, and the cold handle not really working at all. There is also no pantry, nor even space to put groceries, which we found to me a significant inconvenience. We did like the lanai, except the for TV which is on it, which we couldn't turn on. The unit is also in need of some basic TLC, some painting, changing of light bulbs which were burnt out (with no replacements), replacing spent remote batteries (again no replacements), etc. We do like Sunset Captiva and have stayed in units there a number of times.
House was in a great location- close enough to walk to store, restaurants, Marina. Neighborhood was lovely with a pool and private beach access. Rental included everything we needed! Beach gear, books, games and movies included. We rented a golf cart and that worked out great but bikes were available as well. The house is decorated nicely with beach feel. Loved the screened porch for reading in the evening. Host was always available by message and responded promptly and willing to solve any issues/questions before and during the rental. Overall a wonderful host and stay.
Stephanie W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Monroe J.
13 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Greathouse, awesome location
Everything was fantastic, except a couple of minor items regarding how to check in, and who to contact if you have any questions. There are some errors on the listing regarding these two items, which I called to the attention of the owner which she said she would fix. The sliding doors to both of the bathrooms were kinda noisy. Rent this home is in an ideal location, it has everything you need to enjoy the pool and the beach and all of Captiva has to offer. It is for bicycles which is a big plus!
This property owner went above and beyond for my family. The home is cozy and truly felt like a home away from home. The location is close to everything on the Island and my older children could come and go without me worrying about them. We will be back!
Property owner was so wonderful to communicate with from the beginning to even after leaving
Property so close to everything 2-5 min walk to best beach to 5 restaurants and marinas and 1 min walk to pool
Property is 5 star felt like a Ritz Carlton
The decor had that beach feel to it
The screen porch was wonderful to hang out in the morning or in the evening- great breeze and even a TV on the porch
The master bedroom had a 5 star mattress
Had a wonderful stay at this property. Everything went really well and house was very comfortable. Kim was a terrific host and answered any questions I had. I would definitely recommend staying at this property
We would return. There is road noise that may bother some. Location is great for walking to restaurants and shops. The complex is well taken care of with nice pool, tennis courts and great boardwalk to beach. Unit kitchen is well stocked with what you would ever need but furniture etc is starting to show its age. Overall not disappointed.