Safety Harbor Club on North Captiva Island

Key Highlights
- Select vacation rental opportunities
- Private, HOA community
- Approximately 87 homes within a preserved island setting
- Car-free lifestyle emphasizing golf carts and walking
- Heated outdoor member-only pool
- Two outdoor tennis courts and one pickleball court
- Marina dockage and nearby private airstrip
Safety Harbor Club offers a rare blend of privacy, natural beauty, and refined island living within a private and car-free community on North Captiva Island. Accessible only by boat or private aircraft, this exclusive enclave provides a peaceful retreat unlike anywhere else on Florida’s Gulf Coast.
Developed in the 1980s on land separated from Captiva Island by the 1921 hurricane that created Redfish Pass, Safety Harbor Club is home to approximately 87 residences, including single-family homes, townhomes, and undeveloped lots. The community is thoughtfully designed to preserve the island’s delicate ecosystem while offering select amenities that enhance relaxed island living.
Governed by an elected HOA, Safety Harbor Club maintains high standards for property care, environmental stewardship, and community aesthetics—ensuring a quiet, well-managed environment for both residents and guests.
A Car-Free, Private Island Lifestyle
Safety Harbor Club embraces a slow-paced, car-free lifestyle, where golf carts, bicycles, and walking paths are the primary modes of transportation. This intentional design supports safety, serenity, and a strong connection to nature.
Residents and registered guests enjoy access to member-only amenities, including:
- Heated outdoor swimming pool (members only)
- Two outdoor tennis courts and a dedicated pickleball court
- Clubhouse with social gathering spaces
- Marina dockage within a protected harbor
- Private beach access
- On-site waterfront restaurant (Over The Water)
Many homes within Safety Harbor Club are used as vacation residences and select properties are available for rental, welcoming guests who appreciate privacy, nature, and understated luxury.
Ideal for Boaters & Pilots
Safety Harbor Club is especially appealing to boating and aviation enthusiasts. The community offers marina dockage with convenient access to Pine Island Sound, ideal for fishing, cruising, kayaking, and paddleboarding. A nearby private grass airstrip provides access for light aircraft, adding to North Captiva’s distinctive charm.
A Distinct North Captiva Experience
What truly sets Safety Harbor Club apart is its quiet, low-density feel and strong sense of community—distinct from larger resort-style developments. Visitors consistently praise the peaceful setting, beautiful harbor views, and the feeling of being immersed in nature without sacrificing comfort.Safety Harbor Club represents the essence of North Captiva Island living: private yet welcoming, secluded yet connected, and thoughtfully preserved for generations to come.






