Sea Oats Private Estate

'This isn't just a hotel—it's your own slice of Captiva Island paradise, where pristine beaches meet Old Florida charm on one of the Gulf Coast's most exclusive barrier islands.' What's Special? Sea Oats Private Estate offers ultra-exclusive accommodations on car-free Captiva Island, accessible only by boat or causeway. The property sits on some of Florida's most coveted beachfront, where the Gulf of Mexico's warm waters lap against sugar-white sand beaches. As part of Marriott's prestigious STARS program, guests enjoy elevated luxury amenities while experiencing the laid-back island lifestyle that inspired countless artists and writers, including Anne Morrow Lindbergh who penned "Gift from the Sea" here. Don't Miss The legendary sunsets at Blind Pass Beach, just steps away—Captiva faces west, offering some of Florida's most spectacular sunset views. Explore the adjacent J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge on neighboring Sanibel Island, home to over 245 bird species, and take a sunset cruise to witness the famous "green flash" phenomenon that occurs just as the sun dips below the horizon.