
Welcome to Paradise
The Tortuga Paradise Properties
Welcome to Paradise Found – your gateway to the idyllic North Captiva Island, where tranquility meets luxury. Here, we proudly showcase two of our most exquisite properties, Green Tortuga and Tortuga Sunset, each designed to offer an unparalleled vacation experience.
Green Tortuga
Discover Our Expansive 1650 SF Open Floor Plan – Ideal for Groups of 10! This magnificent home offers four bedrooms and three full bathrooms, along with a delightful screened-in front porch. Plus, enjoy the luxury of your very own private outdoor pool and inviting hot tub with the option to enhance your experience with an exclusive Island Club Membership add-on.
Tortuga Sunset
Embrace Luxury in Our Spacious 2350 SF Open Floor Plan – Perfect for Up to 10 Guests! Revel in the comfort of three bedrooms and four bathrooms, and bask in the charm of a screened-in back porch. Unwind in your private pool and spa, with the option to enhance your experience with an exclusive Island Club Membership add-on.
North Captiva Island Information
North Captiva Island, Florida, is a unique destination that offers a tranquil and intimate ambiance. This barrier island, formed by a hurricane in 1921, has resisted development, preserving its natural beauty and wildlife. With pristine white sand beaches, lush vegetation, and remarkable birdwatching and shelling opportunities, it’s a paradise for nature lovers. A short boat ride from Captiva or Pine Island, it’s also accessible by light aircraft. North Captiva Island invites visitors to experience the timeless allure of an unspoiled island atmosphere.

Blog
Where to Go Shelling on North Captiva Island: Beach Access Guide
Why North Captiva Is a Shelling Island Most mainland beaches are raked, crowded, and picked over by mid-morning. North Captiva is different. The island is only reachable by boat or small plane, there are no cars, and long stretches of Gulf shoreline see few visitors. The …
Fishing North Captiva Island: The Insider Guide to One of Southwest Florida’s Last Wild Fisheries
Why North Captiva’s Geography Is a Fishing Cheat Code Think of North Captiva as sitting at the intersection of two completely different ecosystems. To the east, you have the protected, shallow waters of Pine Island Sound — a vast nursery of grass beds, mangrove …
Why North Captiva Is the Perfect Car-Free Florida Escape for Multi-Generational Families
Planning one vacation that works for grandparents, parents, teenagers, and a toddler is its own kind of project. Someone wants quiet mornings. Someone wants the pool all day. Someone needs a nap schedule protected at all costs. And somehow everyone is supposed to end up at …
How to Get to North Captiva Island: Complete Travel Guide for Beach Lovers
What key takeaways should I remember about traveling to North Captiva Island? Transportation Options for Your Paradise Getaway Welcome to your ultimate guide on how to get to North Captiva Island! As a family who fell in love with this hidden gem in 2017, we’re …
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do you get to the island?
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North Captiva Island is only accessible by Ferry, Plane or Boat. You can learn more about our Island Info page.
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How many restaurants are on the island?
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Currently there are two restaurants open on the Island. Mangos and On The Water Front.
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Are there any grocery stores on the island?
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There aren’t any traditional grocery stores on North Captiva Island, but there is a small general purpose store located at the Island Club.
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How would we get our groceries?
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You can go grocery shopping ahead of time and have it all shipped over, but we strongly suggest you use the following grocery delivery service: Shally Seashells. They will stock on your fridge and have everything available upon arrival.
Our promise to you
A thoughtful note from Tortuga Paradise, every quarter.
When guests join our newsletter on tortugaparadise.com, they become part of our island community. In return, we send one email each season — a quarterly newsletter designed to feel like a letter from a friend who lives where the water is warm.
Inside every edition you’ll find island updates about what’s new at Tortuga Paradise, educational information about the local culture, reefs, and wildlife we steward, and house specials — seasonal stays and rates available only to our subscribers.






