The Turtle Nest is a lovely family friendly home nestled high amongs the tree tops on tranquil North Captiva Island, Florida. This island style home features direct access to the unspoiled beaches of the island and the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy a beautiful 20 min ferry ride to the island as there are no cars on the island. The mode of transportation here is golf cart, bicycle, or walking! This is a true island get away for you to enjoy with your family, friends and Florida the way it used to be.
The Turtle nest is a comfortable four bedroom, three full bath home perfect for one large family or two smaller ones vacationing together. The house is thoughtfully arrranged with two master suites, quaint living area, fully equipped kitchen, and dining area all situated on the third level. Adjacent to the third level is the screened "Crow's Nest" and sky deck which offers a great spot for relaxing at sunset while sipping your favorite cocktail.
The second level is whimsical and very kid friendly decorated in bright colors with a play area housing ping-pong/pool table, full bathroom and two bedrooms.
The first level is open with a charcoal barbecue, golf cart parking and charging station, outdoor shower, and fish cleaning table with sink.
The Turtle Nest offers Direct TV satellite dish, two televisions with DVD/Video players, DVD's and videos for all ages, CD players, X-Box, Nintendo, board games and books, and more. Included in the rental is a golf cart and access to the private North Captiva Island Club. The club features two swimming pools, hot-tub, two har tru tennis courts, fitness center, children's playground, pool bar and grill, two restaurants, kayaks, bicycles, beach chairs and umbrellas and more.
Jet skis and boats are available for rent or you can arrange a fishing or sight seeing charter. For a little more adventure you can hike through the 700 acre state land preserve and watch the native birds in their natural habitat, or glimpse dolphin and manatee at play.
Whether you decide to go hiking, swimming, kayaking, shelling, watching the dolphin playing in the bay or the sun setting over the Gulf of Mexico, one thing is for certain, the Turtle Nest will offer you a quality family vacation and memories that will last a lifetime! Contact us to reserve your stay and/or to answer any of your questions. Upon reservation, we will provide you with info re: the island amenities, transportation options, directions, grocery options and more