ABOUT THE CEREMONY The ceremony and reception will take place at a private beach location on the beautiful North Captiva Island, FL. Using the link above will assist you in taking you to the private residence, Sea La Vie! The bride and groom are so thankful that you have decided to share their special day with them. They invite you to dress with confidence and adhere to the beachy vibes, finding your effortless yet refined perfect beach wedding look! TIP FROM THE PROS....stay away from the high heels ladies... trade them in for a classy pair of sandals instead!! Sand and heels just don't mix! Don't forget your sunscreen and sunglasses! |
ABOUT THE ISLAND
Airport Access
Ft Myers (RSW) – most frequently utilized (36 miles to marina) Tampa (TPA) – you will need to rent a car (139 miles) Sarasota (SRQ) – you will need to rent a car (90 miles) Port Charlotte (PGD) – Rent a car (40 Miles) Airport Transportation Pine Island Taxi 888-777-9653 http://www.pineislandtaxi.com We suggest you make your reservations at a month or more prior to arrival. If you know your flights, you can make them at this time. Pine Island Taxi does have car seats for small children. During peak season (Feb – May), we suggest you make your reservations as far in advance as possible. Cabbage Key
Charter or rent a boat to visit the historic Cabbage Key. Located in the Old House, our restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in two rooms. Our chefs prepare all meals in our kitchen from ingredients boated over daily. Fresh vegetables, the finest meats and local fish are complemented with breads and pastries from our ovens. The main room is nestled among live oak trees dripping moss. Previous visitors have taped thousands of one-dollar bills to every surface. Ask your server for a marker and tape to add yours to the collection. The front room is the old porch with a view of the marina and sound beyond. Look around at antique fishing gear, photographs of action on the water and replicas of tarpon, snook and other game fish that make our waters world famous. DINING HOURS Tel: (239) 283-2278 • BREAKFAST 7:30 to 9:00 Mon through Saturday 7:30 to 10:00 Sunday • LUNCH 11:15 to 3:00 weekdays 11:15 to 4 Saturday 11:15 to 5:00 Sunday • DINNER Average Price – $23.95 6:00 to 8:30 Mon. through Saturday evenings 6:00 to 7:00 Sunday evening Full Bar Wine List Corkage Fee $15.00 Shrimp Plate available in the Bar between meals. We do not have any fried foods, nor do we have a microwave. Dining Room specials daily. Dinner offerings this year have included: • Seafood Strudel, with crab, shrimp & scallops baked In Phyllo with Lobster Crème Sauce • Grouper Tortuga – – Fresh Grouper, served on a bed of Spinach Fettuccine, topped with bacon bits, three cheeses • Grouper, topped with Crabmeat, finished with Lobster Crème Sauce • Sautéed Portobello Mushrooms, topped with Crabmeat • Fresh Salmon with Szechuwan ground peppercorns, finished with Roasted Tomatillo Sauce |
Water Taxi: Reservations are required!
North Captiva Island is only accessible by boat or private aircraft. Private Water Taxi Services: Reservations Required Chris Webber 239-478-0030 North Captiva Island Club Express – large and small groups (239)283-3630 Island Girl Charters – large or small groups (239)633-8142 Boats & Fun (Located on North Captiva Island & St James City Florida) (239) 573-2074 Emmy Girl Charters – https://www.facebook.com/capt.emmy/ (239) 462-4073 |
NORTH CAPTIVA: GROCERIES
There is only ONE small grocery store on North Captiva Island so selection and quantities are limited. Pricing is above your normal grocery stores. A suggestion we make to all our guests is to pre-order all your groceries. Pre-ordering is a great stretch your vacation budget! Most require a 48 hour advanced fax. We recommend calling the store. Some grocery stores charge a minimal amount to prepack. (In the past it has been 10% of the order or free). The more specific you are about brand and quantity, the more accurate your order will be. Grocery Shopping The UTIMATE in grocery service is Sandie’s Grocery devlivery service! North Captiva Island Club will deliver groceries to the house and placed in the refrigerator. For this service call Sandie at (239) 340-5398. The rate is 40% of the order, with a $50 minimum order. Click on the appropriate link below for your order form. u can also pre-order your groceries to be picked up by you on the way to the marina. The most convenient grocery stores to shop at are listed below. Please remember to request “boat bags” and “cold packing” Winn Dixie – At the intersection of Pine Island Road and Longfellow at the Pine Island Crossroads (239) 283-4404. They will also pack groceries for pick up(Subject to change). Winn Dixie now charges 10% to prepack groceries and styrofoam coolers if needed. They no longer deliver to the marina as well. Andy’s Island Seafood Matlacha Florida 239-283-2525 http://www.andysislandseafood.com/ Call for information on ordering fresh seafood. Spirits: Beer is available at the island grocery store. Wine and beer can be purchased on the mainland at most grocery stores. Liquor stores are located conveniently to all the grocery stores we recommend. Publix Super Market at Santa Barbara Centre Cape Coral, FL STORE (239) 458-8900 |
VENDOR INFORMATION
OUR WEDDING PLANNER:
JEN RICHARDSON MARVINS PASS LLC (317) 690-6464 MARVINSPASS@GMAIL.COM |
PRIVATE CHARTER CAPTAIN
Chris Webber 239-478-0030 |
OUR CATERER
North Captiva Culinary Private Chef, Becca Feindeisen 503-568-2241 |
OUR BAKER
Lady Cakes Bakery 239-549-CAKE |
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