Frequently Asked Questions

Guests can take the Island Girl Charters ferry from Pineland Marina located in Bokeelia on Pine Island.  You may also arrive to North Captiva Island by private boat or charter.  Dock space is available with rental.  Please contact us for additional information.  Pineland Marina is located about 45-60 minutes from Ft. Myers Airport (RSW) and about 50-60 minutes from Punta Gorda (PGD) airport.

Yes, we require a minimum stay of 5 nights.

Unfortunately, we do not allow pets on the property due to restrictions in Safety Harbor Club.

Yes!  Guests of Sandy Toes Villa have unlimited access to the pool at Safety Harbor Club.  Guests can also enjoy the two pools and hot tub at the Island Club.

Most guests prefer to use the shopping and stocking service provided by our preferred partner, Fresh Pick Grocery Service.  Your grocery order is placed prior to arrival, and the groceries will be shopped and delivered based on your preference.  Stocking service is available.

There is also a Publix on Pine Island, which is located about ten minutes from the marina.  Guests are welcome to shop for and bring their own groceries as an alternative to the shopping and stocking service.  With this option, you would simply bring your groceries to the ferry where they will be loaded and make the journey with you.

Don't worry, if you forget something, there is the Market at the Island Club for basic essentials.  For longer stays, you can also re-order via Fresh Pick Grocery Service.

While commercialization is limited on NCI, there are several options when you do not want to cook.  There are three restaurants currently serving residents and guests on the island.  One of those restaurants, Nick B's, also offers catering and take and heat meals (48 hour advance notice required).  Additionally, several private chefs serve the island and welcome the opportunity to cook for your family.  The other two operating restaurants are Mango's at the Island Club and OTW Restaurant in the Safety Harbor Club.

The Market at the Island Club serves delicious grab and go breakfast items, fresh coffee and drinks and hand dipped ice cream.

Yes, the fire station is staffed twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week with personnel including EMS, EMT and Firefighters.

The primary mode of transportation on the island is by golf cart, which is included with your rental.  You may also use the bikes located at the Island Club if you would like to spend time exploring the island by bike.

No, the island is not connected to the mainland.  North Captiva is separated from Sanibel and Captiva by Red Fish Pass.

Once you arrive at Island Girl Charters, your luggage will be loaded on to the ferry by the wonderful Captains.  From there, it will take the scenic ride with you to North Captiva Island.  Once you reach the Safety Harbor Dock,  the Captains will unload your bags, and, your personal concierge will be waiting for you.  Your bags will be loaded on to the cart and transported with you to Sandy Toes Villa.  

Yes!  Each rental comes with a length of stay membership to the Island Club.  You will find bikes and kayaks available for guest use at the Island Club.  There is also an inflatable kayak available at Sandy Toes Villa for guest use.