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Panoramic Ocean Views * Sleeps 10 * Heated Pool

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North Captiva's famous Compass Rose
...as seen from Oyster Shell
A North Captiva beauty!
The entrance to the beach is in close proximity ...
...only 50 yards away

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Captiva, FL
  • North Captiva Island Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Cayo Costa Beaches
  • Useppa Island
  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Bedroom #3

1 King Bed

Bedroom #4

1 Crib and 1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Mezzanine

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom #1

Toilet · Shower only

Guest Bathroom #2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Panoramic Ocean Views * Sleeps 10 * Heated Pool

*** September Savings Spectacular - Amazing Pricing, Flexible Dates, The Best Deals On The Island ***

Featuring a private heated pool, ping pong, foosball, cornhole, 4 kayaks and 2 golf carts. The Compass Rose is the ultimate vacation getaway!

AMAZING BEACH VIEWS, CONVENIENT BEACH ACCESS AND INCREDIBLE BEACH QUALITY

Be sure that a beach view really means a * GREAT * beach view. At The Compass Rose you'll be located so close to the beach that you can hear the waves! The Compass Rose is just 50 yards from the best and widest beach on the island. There is a big difference between a limited beach view hundreds of yards from the beach and a great beach view.

The * ONLY * public beach access to the Gulf side beach, with allowed golf cart parking, is located at the end of Butterfly Shell Drive. The Compass Rose is only 50 yards away from the public beach access. Guests at other homes on the island need to commute to the public beach access with their gear loaded on their golf carts and hope there is room to park. At The Compass Rose you are close enough to walk.

There are some sections of the beach that are so eroded that they are unusable to the public. Sea Air Lane, Oro Pesos Lane, Hidden Lane, Hodgepodge Lane and Escondido Lane all lack parking for public use and have narrow stretches of beach. The beach near The Compass Rose is accessible, wide and * GOURGEOUS *.

The Compass Rose offers unobstructed beach views. With 4000 sqft (2500 heated/cooled), The Compass Rose has 4 bedrooms with king beds, and spacious decks spread out over 5 levels. The rooftop deck is perched at a height of 40 ft above ground level with unforgettable panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico, Captiva Pass and the State Preserve.

The inverted design offers amazing views from the areas where you spend the most time. Enjoy dreamy bedrooms, a gourmet kitchen with a cook top, a double oven, both Keurig and drip coffee makers, a countertop ice maker, an Instant Pot pressure cooker and a propane grill. 2 full size fridges and 4 mini fridges are available.

North Captiva Island is the best-kept secret in Florida. Only four miles long and half a mile wide, North Captiva is a Caribbean-like barrier island accessible only by a 20-minute boat ride. Its golf carts only and sand roads on the island. For guests who like to explore the island, there are 20 miles of bike paths and huge State Preserve areas. Bikes, additional kayaks, boats, jet skis, paddle boards and fishing rods can all be rented at Boats and Fun on the island. Currently there are 3 restaurants on the island, Mainstay's, Mango's Island Grill and Over the Waterfront.

What is included: High speed wireless internet, 4 flat screen TVs, YouTube TV, board games, 2 golf carts, beach towels/chairs/umbrellas, garbage bags, an iron/ironing board, toilet paper, paper towels, soaps (hand/kitchen/laundry) and dishwasher detergent.

What is not included: Food/beverages/seasonings, shampoo, shower soap, transport to and from the airport and water taxi service to and from North Captiva Island.

OCCUPANCY:

• Occupancy is strictly limited to a maximum of 10 guests with a maximum of 8 adults. At no time can there be more than a total of 10 people in the house.

• Guests will be in default of the Rental Agreement if they have more than 10 people in the house at any time. No parties at any time

• Guests over the age of 25 please. Inquiries are not accepted from student groups or for weddings/events.

• Pets considered on a case-by-case basis and subject to owner's approval.

• Violations of any occupancy conditions will be grounds for immediate eviction without refund of rent and/or the security deposit.

***A SIGNED RENTAL AGREEMENT FOR THE PERSON WHO BOOKS IS REQUIRED. A COPY OF A GOVERNMENT ISSUED ID MATCHING THE NAME ON THE RENTAL AGREEMENT IS REQUIRED. FOR CREDIT CARDS, A RENTAL AGREEMENT AND GOVERNMENT ISSUED ID IS REQUIRED AND MUST MATCH THE NAME ON THE CREDIT CARD***

***A $500 SECURITY DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED***

***A $300 CANCELLATION FEE APPLIES TO ALL CANCELLATIONS***

***GOLF CARTS HAVE AIRTAGS AS AN ANTI THEFT PRECAUTION***

Property manager

Michael Reilly
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
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Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have a crib and a pack n play!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
House-trained pets only
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
****A signed rental agreement is needed to complete the booking process*****
****Govt issued ID required to complete the booking process and must match the name of the person who booked*****
***Security deposit of $500 is required, $300 cancellation fee***

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

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 landmarks include Captiva Chapel By the Sea and Boca Grande Lighthouse Museum. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Captiva, FL

What's nearby

  • North Captiva Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km

Restaurants

  • The Mucky Duck
  • Green Flash
  • Starbucks
  • RC Otter's Island Eats
  • Crow’s Nest Steakhouse

Frequently asked questions

Does Panoramic Ocean Views * Sleeps 10 * Heated Pool have a pool?

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

Is Panoramic Ocean Views * Sleeps 10 * Heated Pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Panoramic Ocean Views * Sleeps 10 * Heated Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Panoramic Ocean Views * Sleeps 10 * Heated Pool?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Panoramic Ocean Views * Sleeps 10 * Heated Pool located?

This family-friendly Captiva holiday home is located by the sea, steps 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

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 120 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed Compass Rose

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Compass Rose. Jenny, our host did a great job of checking us in and then assisting us in getting to the ferry when we left the island. This a a great location and the house had everything we needed and more. The interior is a little more dated than it appears in the photos, and will possibly be in need of some upgrades soon, but this did not detract from our stay in any meaningful way. Overall this was a great experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach get away

Great house Good location Mike is awesome Jenny brings it all together
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view

We stayed at the compass rose for a week and it was amazing! You can’t beat the views with this location!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

the best vacation

Great communication, everything as advertised! Had high expectations; they were exceeded!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

benjamin o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time!

Beautiful home and location right on the beach!! We loved the place and would go again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hollie C., Orlando, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow! Amazing place on North Captiva!

We were the first guests to stay after Ian in March 2023, and the property was in much better shape than a lot of others on the island! Everything was in tip top shape, and we had the most amazing time! The views are incredible, and the owner and manager went above and beyond! Very easy to communicate with! We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing House!

Our stay at The Compass Rose was great! The locations is perfect for a family getaway and the island is a great way to disconnect from the busy world! Jenny the host was absolutely great and handled everything we needed! Will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Beautiful Family Vacation at the beautiful Compass Rose

We enjoyed our vacation at the Compass Rose. The home is beautifully decorated and is located on a prime area on the island, with beautiful water and beach views. This was our fourth time on the island, and we would love to stay at the Compass Rose again. Mark Gray
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Everything was awesome! We had a great time. Lots of great memories. This place has everything you could ask for. Perfect😊
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paige C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you need and more

Compass Rose has everything you need to have a great vacation. It was just my husband, myself, and our pup, so we obviously had plenty of room. You can see the water and the beach from the living floor easily...which is important to us. I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

JOEY H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place to stay and sea shells were amazing

The place is perfect and we had a great time - house is right on the beach and island is fantastic -the ferry to the island is easy and super close -and overall what a. Getaway - it’s perfect secluded but has general store and restaurants etc - a perfect island vacation destination -
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D., Cincinnati, OH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful House. Perfect Location Wonderful Vacation.

Compass Rose is a perfect vacation property. Super close to the beach, beautiful views from their numerous decks, Great living spaces, inviting pool, and oh so many games (board, puzzles, cornhole, ping pong). Property manager was so quick to respond and was always willing to help. Wifi isnt the best...but hey, it is an island...at least they have wifi. It was a great vacation - highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom A., Rochester, NY, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Presidents week getaway

The property easily accommodated 5 adults and 2 teenage. Kitchen was well stocked and organized. Rooms were clean and private. We enjoyed the views from the roof sitting area. Caretaker was magnificent-picked us up at the dock and brought our bags into the house, gave us the island tour, We'd stay there again. Would have liked better lighting in the bedroom and living area though.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

Compass Rose is perfection! Location couldn’t be better. Close proximity to the beach and nature preserve. House was clean and well stocked. Sunset was glorious from the rooftop deck. The pool was refreshing after a day at the beach. The best part was our dogs got to experience all this with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location to our favorite beach on the island!

Property was as described and property manager was easily accessible and extremely quick to respond to any requests/concerns. Our golf cart was not functioning properly, and Jenny brought a replacement ASAP! The owner also stopped by to make sure we had everything we needed. Rooftop deck was perfect for sunsets!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Natalie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location and great house

This was our second visit to North Captiva. This house was wonderful. The location is great, you can easily walk to the beach. All household supplies were provided, which was very convenient given that otherwise you have to bring those items over on the ferry. The house was as pictured, the pool was warm and we used it everyday. The host took the time to answer all of our questions. We would come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

kim d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Compass Rose

A summer beach home with all the comforts of home! Amazing view from the roof top as well as the sitting room, which I could sit in all day! The pool and the game room were a must have and well used! Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great visit

We stayed the week of October !2,2019 and we had a wonderful week. We found the house to be everything we needed but as I discussed with the owner, we had some cleanliness issues nothing major. I would recommend this property to anyone wanting to stay at North Captiva Island. Thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brooke P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BEST VACATION EVER

This property was amazing! Jenny the property manager went out of her way for everything!! The owner always got back with us on any questions. The house was comfortable & clean with spectacular views! Love the location of this home! The beaches are amazing with lots of shells! Feels like you are in the Carribean with dirt roads for biking & golf carts. So relaxing & planning on returning back by next year!! Thank you for a wonderful experience .
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

What a great vacation. Everything was too notch from the time we were picked up by Pine Island Taxi, to an easy stop at Publix and then Island Girl Ferry. Jenny and The house was beautifully appointed. Travis were wonderful to work with. The views were soul rejuvenating. Best burger I have had on Cabbage Key. Dan was great to work with and provided every detail we needed. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

DOUGLAS B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great escape from winter

We had a great time at the Compass Rose. Daniel was a great host and his house was better than expected. His pre-stay advice was helpful and thorough making this "slightly" out of the way experience, exceptional. We appreciated all the amenities that were at the house already (bikes, kites, kayaks, lounge chairs, pool toys, and even extra batteries). We were able to enjoy vacation without really worrying about anything other than watching the sunset every night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Blake D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing vacation and awesome experience!!

We have so many great things to say about this vacation property and the island. The hosts made the check in process stress free from the moment we stepped off of the boat. The house was well kept and furnished and we had zero issues during our stay. The location of the house to the beach is nothing short of perfect. You have great views of the ocean from all windows of the house with an unobstructed view. The beach is just a short walk from the house or a short golf cart ride. The pool was amazing as well! If you're thinking of visiting North Captiva and are trying to narrow down your search on where to stay, this is the place!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Saraliene D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So Great!

We loved our stay at the Compass Rose. Everything is exactly as advertised. It's probably closer to the beach than it looks. The house is great and the decks offer amazing views. It was a lovely, quiet stay. Communication with the owners was easy and fast and Jenny met us at the dock with our golf cart, gave us a quick tour of the island, and helped us settle in to the house. We had 2 kids under 10, 2 parents , 1 grandma, and 2 dogs. The house was large enough for everyone to have room to do their own thing. We would definitely stay there again. Thanks for everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Meloney M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, amazing location

This was our 6th trip to North Captiva and our favorite house, yet. The location was incredible, with stunning sunset views and a 1 minute walk to the beach. The house was very clean and well equipped. My only two complaints were that the neighboring house, on the beach side, is quite close and was running a very loud pool heater the whole time we were there (despite being empty) which drowned out what should have been the lovely sound of crashing waves. The other issues was that there were many dishes in the cabinets that had been put away dirty, so we had to prewash everything before we used it. This is probably the fault of the previous guests, and not the property manager, but it was disconcerting, nonetheless. Were it not for these two small issues, the property would have been just about perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation 2022

All I can say is this was an amazing property. The views from the house were spectacular, you could see the beach where the dolphins play from the whole living area. Sunsets could be seen from the living area as well. If you wanted to see the sunrise that could be see from the roof deck. The house was beautifully decorated and felt like home. The only problem was, we didn't rent this house for 2 weeks!! Thanks so much for offering your amazing property to others. We will be back. Mike & Lisa Danzinger
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Michael Reilly

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I'm a Floridian for more than 20 years and have been involved with rentals for 15 years. This is a family beach house that we love sharing with our guests.

Why they chose this property

The Compass Rose on North Captiva Island is one of those places you need to see to believe. The island is equal parts charming and peaceful. The Compass Rose commands gorgeous views all year round. The sunsets are amazing! The Compass Rose is closer to the best, widest public beach than almost any other North Captiva rental so no commuting to the beach from far away on the island. With a private heated pool, 4 included kayaks as well as 2 golf carts The Compass Rose is ready to help you make memories.

What makes this property unique

Proximity to the beach, 4 kayaks, 2 golf carts, private heated pool and unforgettable sunsets from the deck.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests