Kevin McGowan

Hi, I'm Kevin McGowan, I live on Captiva, it's my Island and I'm a full-time believer that life is better near the water. Having lived in St. Louis, landlocked for many years, I questioned the amount of IQ points. I have that it took me this long to figure out that beach living is better! I've spent years restoring and creating unique properties, and I've always been drawn to places with personality, history, and soul. I just never knew how important sand and waves would also be until I got here. Captiva checked every box. Somewhere between the sea breeze, the sunsets, the complete absence of stoplight or buildings over three stories tall, I realize this Island operates on its own schedule, and it's dictated by Island time. I enjoy creating spaces that feel relaxed, memorable, and a little different from the ordinary hotel experience. I almost 70 years old. I started hosting in December 2025 and love it. I love sharing my island. My goal is simple: when Guest leave Pearl, I want them wondering why they don't live on an island next to me. The truth is, I prefer spending more time on the water than I'm land, but when I do return to shore, there's a good chance I'm climbing onto the back of my Harley and racing toward the nearest ice cream shop like a 12-year-old with a credit card and no supervision. The toughest decision anyone has to make here on the island is which pair of flip-flops to put on in the morning. Reading books, walks on the beach, dinner on the beach, boating, alfresco, dining, live music and having friends with long white beards in love with beautiful mermaids, makes this life perfect for me. Come try it, maybe you'll stay too.