Beach Daisy

Living room with gray sofa, wooden coffee table, kitchen area, dining table, hanging pendant lights, ceiling fan, and large window with views of trees.

The Captiva Project originated when the client acquired a parcel of land adjacent to the renowned Rauschenberg Foundation. Initially envisioned as luxury rental units, the project evolved into a heartfelt 8-month endeavor. The development, later named Sea Pines, comprises two distinct properties, Willey Cottage and Beach Daisy. Both charming cottages nestled in a quaint village teeming with eclectic shops, delectable eateries and an island bustling with life. Situated adjacent to the expansive Rauschenberg property, these cottages afford a secluded sanctuary amidst bustling surroundings. Notably, the Rauschenberg Foundation also hosts an esteemed artist residency program, adding to the cultural allure of the locale.

Willey, a charming cottage with a rich heritage, is the original historic cottage on the property. One of it’s owners was the famous local fiber artist, doll maker, rug hooker & knitter Katie Gardenia, original founder of the Bubble Room (a local favorite restaurant famed for its cakes, eternal Christmas theme, and prime rib). The other cottage, Beach Daisy, was built some time in the late 60s, early 70s and is set back from the beach allowing it some privacy and added space for games and young families.  

A cozy window seat with pillows, flanked by built-in bookshelves filled with books and board games, with large windows and view of greenery outside.

Beach Daisy underwent a complete renovation tailored to cater to young families. The renovation involved a thorough overhaul, stripping down to the studs and incorporating brand-new elements throughout the space. The redesign included the removal of ceilings to establish an airy, open-plan concept, enhancing the layout to optimize both space and natural light. Additionally, strategic changes were made, such as relocating the laundry room as well as a secondary bathroom and the design of compact closets to amplify efficiency within the home.

Some of my favorite elements in beach daisy are the swinging loungers on the porch (perfect for coffee sipping, reading, or just lounging and listening to the waves), the outdoor showers (key to helping you feel like you’re in a tropical oasis), and the note chandelier so you can see other guest’s experiences and hear their stories. Some notes below…

Covered porch with two wooden swings hanging from the ceiling, each swing has cushions and pillows. There are two ceramic stools in the middle, a textured rug on the wooden floor, large windows showing a view of trees outside, and a wooden table with potted plants and orchids on the right side.

“The cottage is absolutely beautiful... It is extremely rare to find a beach rental property with the style, craftsmanship and casual elegance of this cottage — I have never stayed anywhere quite like it.”

— Caitlin H., Guest

Aerial view of a beach with turquoise water, white sand, dense green trees, and a winding road leading to the shoreline, with a few boats visible in the water.
Open living room with blue sectional sofa, wooden coffee table, beige area rug, and farmhouse-style dining table with chairs near windows. Light ceiling, ceiling fan, and pendant lights above the kitchen area. White walls with artwork and decor, larg
Bright living room with white wood-paneled walls, hardwood floors, gray sofas with pillows, large windows, a ceiling fan, a TV on a blue cabinet, and a doorway leading to a bathroom with brick walls and toilet.
Modern living room with gray sectional sofa, wooden coffee table, large windows, and a view of greenery outside.
A spacious living room and dining area with large windows, white walls, wooden flooring, and modern decor, including a black dining table, a grey sectional sofa, and a large white ceiling light fixture with hanging paper shades.
Modern kitchen with white cabinets, black countertops, a central island, bar stools, and large windows with a view of a porch and trees.
Sheets of paper hanging from a wire with clothespins in a cozy, sunlit room, with a window seat and framed pictures on the wall.
Open-concept kitchen and living room with white cabinets, black countertops, a gray sofa, and a wall-mounted TV. Wooden flooring and ceiling with exposed beams. Multiple windows allow natural light.
Kitchen with white cabinets, black countertops, and a window ledge with potted pink and orange flowers, view of laundry area with front-loading washer and dryer, and a coffee maker on the counter.
Kitchen with island, dining table, sliding glass doors leading to outdoor patio, and hanging light fixtures.
A screened porch with a wooden ceiling and string lights, overlooking a lush tropical garden with trees and shrubbery, with a wooden dining table and chairs inside.
Comfortable bedroom with white walls and bedding, a ceiling fan, a small window with lush green foliage outside, a bedside lamp, a gray armchair with decorative pillow, a wall-mounted TV, and an ensuite bathroom visible through an open door.
A cozy bathroom with a clawfoot bathtub, a wooden vanity with a vessel sink, a large round mirror, white curtains on the windows, a potted plant, and wooden floors.
Bathroom with white vessel sink on rustic wooden vanity, oval mirror, two wall-mounted light fixtures, a window with sheer curtains, and small containers on the counter.
Bathroom with a rustic wooden countertop, white vessel sink, wall-mounted light fixtures, shower with glass door, and a view into a bedroom with a bed and window.
Shower area with brown tiled walls, a silver showerhead, and a small window showing greenery outside.
Outdoor shower with grey siding wall, copper piping, and a black shower head. Inside, an open shower with brown tiles on the wall and a small, white tiled floor with a drain.
Modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, wall-mounted sink, and toilet. The shower has gray subway tiles, a small window, and a built-in shelf. The bathroom features a large mirror and wooden vanity.
A cozy bedroom with two twin beds, white linens, a wooden chest, and a small armchair, all illuminated by natural light from multiple windows, with greenery outside.
A laundry room with stacked washing machine and dryer, a white shelving unit with folded towels, cleaning supplies, and wicker baskets, a laundry basket, and beige patterned curtains.
Bathroom corner with a painting of a woman in a red swimsuit, a wall-mounted faucet, a utility sink, and patterned beige curtains.
Beachside backyard with sandy ground, a volleyball net, colorful Adirondack chairs, a picnic table, and a screened porch with trees and palm trees in the background.