Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Waterfront Retreat.Kid&Pet friendly! Relax & Fish off dock.Now booking 2026
The Coral Cottage is located on one of the many canals in the Caloosahatche river district; you are just minutes away from the river, the Gulf of Mexico, and the beaches of Fort Myers and Sanibel. Fun fact...Cape Coral is known as the Venice of the United States due to its intricate canal systems!
The Coral Cottage offers both comfort and style in a relaxing tropical setting. This ranch style 3 bedroom (1 King bed and 2 Queen Beds) 2 bath home with a two car garage is the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the beautiful Southwest Florida sunshine. It is also so centrally located that it is adjacent to many of the exciting attractions in the area.
Imagine yourself drinking your morning coffee on the dock swing while fish jump in the canal and songbirds twill in the palm trees. Evenings the dock is well lit for sunset cocktails watching the spectacular display of colors as the sun goes down. The fishermen in the family can try their hand at a little night Snook fishing right off the dock (there are also Jacks, Catfish, Mangrove Snapper, etc. in the canal)! Please feel free to ask about the local fishing...we are avid fishermen ourselves and Grace is your fishing expert. Kids LOVE fishing off the dock......we have poles you can use! Don't know how to fish? No problem. We give free lessons!
Need pool time? The saltwater pool is heated and enclosed for year round enjoyment, accessed from either the main living room or from the master suite. Plenty of reclining deck chairs surround the pool which directly faces the canal.
The screened in outside lanai has additional seating and a dining area, allowing you to enjoy meals in a tropical setting (there is really something special about eating dinner on the lanai while your friends and family are up north in the winter!). Want to cook on the grill? The gas grill is easily accessible from the lanai.
Does the beach call to you? The cottage is a quick 20-30 minute drive to the beaches of Ft Myers Beach and Sanibel Beach.....just remember during peak season to leave a little early for traffic. Water activities? There’s ample room to dock a rental pontoon type boat.
Are you a pet owner that loves to travel with your fur babies? We have you covered in our flexible pet policy, being dog owners we understand. The area has quiet palm lined streets that are great for morning and evening dog walks. Pets are always 'on approval' and if you have a kitty, reach out to us.....we may be able to accommodate you!
IMPORTANT! If you are traveling with your pet, you must select traveling with pet and pay the pet fee in the reservation.
We are not only owners, we are also neighbors, so any questions or issues are answered right away.
(Please note that our refund policy changes from month to month, long term and peak season are non refund times: we have to do that because those times are planned many months ahead and usually cancelations are impossible to fill )
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please make sure all doors are locked and keys are back in the lockbox. Thank you
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets are ALWAYS upon approval and pets must be leashed when outside on the property.
No parties or loud music after 10pm
NO DRUGS ALLOWED
Important information
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Property # 3956184vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Cape Coral
Located in Caloosahatchee, a neighbourhood in Cape Coral, this holiday home is near a water park and on the waterfront. Veterans Memorial Area and Vietnam War Memorial are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Coralwood Shopping Center and Coralwood Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at JetBlue Park at Fenway South or City of Palms Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
Cape Coral Yacht Club Beach - 14 min drive - 7.2 km
Sun Splash Water Park - 17 min drive - 7.8 km
Florida Gulf Coast University - 34 min drive - 37.8 km
Getting around
Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 4 min drive
RaceTrac - 18 min walk
Dutch Brothers - 18 min walk
Starbucks - 3 min drive
Cafe Restaurant - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Waterfront Retreat.Kid&Pet friendly! Relax & Fish off dock.Now booking 2026 have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Retreat.Kid&Pet friendly! Relax & Fish off dock.Now booking 2026?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Retreat.Kid&Pet friendly! Relax & Fish off dock.Now booking 2026 on 26 July 2026 start from AU$138, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Waterfront Retreat.Kid&Pet friendly! Relax & Fish off dock.Now booking 2026 pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much is parking at Waterfront Retreat.Kid&Pet friendly! Relax & Fish off dock.Now booking 2026?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Waterfront Retreat.Kid&Pet friendly! Relax & Fish off dock.Now booking 2026?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront Retreat.Kid&Pet friendly! Relax & Fish off dock.Now booking 2026?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront Retreat.Kid&Pet friendly! Relax & Fish off dock.Now booking 2026 located?
Located in Caloosahatchee, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Coralwood Shopping Center, Coralwood Mall and Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve. Dolphin Marina and Jaycee Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was such a wonderful place to stay!! Everything was super clean and welcoming. Our hosts were such delightful people…we so enjoyed visiting with them. The pool area was great to hang and the water was super warm. We have stayed at a lot of great places but I think this was our favorite. We will definitely be back.
It was great stay, house is very clean very well appointed, pool is excellent, warm water . Great plus that the house has a private dock with good fishing directly from it. Host is very friendly and helpful. We would like to stay next time the same place. Everything was perfect!!!
Elena S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr 2026
Thank you so much! We enjoyed having you and your family. We loved watching the kids have fun fishing off the dock ! We hope to host you again.
We had the most wonderful time and made lifelong friends. House was wonderful, weather was awesome. Owners are the best people. Lots of restaurants, shopping, beaches close! We could not have been happier. We will be back!
Cynthia C.
Stayed 89 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr 2026
We so enjoyed hosting both you and your sister! We are very happy that we were able to spend time getting to know you. We look forward to hosting you again!
The “Coral Cottage” could not be more perfect! We had the most lovely vacation there ever.. very much enjoyed every aspect of this house. It has anything and everything you could ever want! Need some chairs and an umbrella for the beach they got it want a fish off the dock no problem, need to wash some clothes done. Hosts are so accommodating right there in a second if you have a question about anything. We will definitely be back and next time we plan to stay longer and bring our two dogs. Beautiful place beautiful scenery. You will love it.
Stephen H.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr 2026
Thank you for your kind words. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. We would be happy to host you again
The perfect cozy home for our family of 4 with its own pool. The host was very welcoming and responsive. This was my first time booking with VRBO and she helped me through it. Couldn’t have asked for a better vacation.
Danielle S.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec 2025
Thank you! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay. We hope to host you and your family again.
My girlfriends and I fell in love with this property the minute we walked in. Great layout and the outdoor seating area and pool were amazing. Newly renovated and very comfortable and clean. We will definitely book this location again next year.
Cindy P.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2025
We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay! Please come back, we loved having you all!!!!
The house is gorgeous - had all the basics and more - thoughtful additions. Pictures very accurate. Hosts were very friendly and accommodating - and being right next door available for questions, suggestions for dinner/outings and fishing instruction off the dock for the littles. Would love to visit again!
Michaelanne R.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2025
Thank you! We throughly enjoyed having you. We would love to host you again.
We had a great time. The location was perfect for us. The home was relaxing with lovely pool and canal views. The home was clean and the hosts were accomodating and friendly. We would love to stay again during our future trips!
Sherry P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan 2025
We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. We hope you and your family choose to visit the Coral Cottage in the future!
House was better than the photos. The hosts are very accommodating and get back to you right away. Will for sure be coming back!!
Amanda P.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan 2025
Thank you! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and we are happy to host you again!
Verified
4/10 Poor
Cathy K.
5 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Upon arrival, the home smelled like a dog was there. When we read the welcome book, we realized the owners live right next door to the property. There were fishing rods for us to use and the pool was nice. A couple days into our trip, I was in our bedroom and thought I heard a noise in the garage. I went outside to check on my kids who were in the pool and noticed the owners at the back of the property fixing a light and some other things. The lady then approached me and said, “can you open the garage door, it’s locked and we need to get to the breaker box”. So the noise I heard was the owner trying to get into the attached garage without notifying us or giving us a pre- warning. It felt intrusive and made us avoid staying at the property as much as possible for the remainder of our stay.
Cathy K.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2026
Our property is PET FRIENDLY!!! We have the home professionally cleaned and sanitized after every stay. We live next door and that fact is clearly noted in our property description. As owners and hosts, we try to make sure that all maintenance issues are addressed ASAP and at times that requires minimal access to our property. We always notify our guests in advance to gaining access to the property to address any maintenance issues. We try to be as least invasive as possible when making repairs or inspections. As far as the guest feeling uncomfortable and intruded upon during their stay, this was never at any time addressed with us by the guest. We did observe her teenage children in the pool/on the dock, etc. every day of her stay as they were very loud and rambunctious. So not sure when they "felt they could not be at the property". Also, she neglected to report that one of the dining chair legs was completely broken off. We wish that this guest had simply had a conversation with us about her experience and had let us know about the damage to the dining set vs hiding it and risking potential injury to future guests.
Sehr nette, ruhige Gegend. Vermieter sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich. Gerne wieder.
Rudolf H.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2025
About the host
Hosted by .
We love vacations and we realize a large portion of our clients like us are not wealthy, and what could be as seen as a simple stay, in fact could be a once in a lifetime experience, so we will do our best to make your stay memorable ! We will help and encourage you to explore, whether it's outdoor or indoor activities, as there are many options. We also understand the need to just relax and unwind.
Why they chose this property
Like so many others, we started coming to Florida on vacations, and by chance while staying on Ft. Myers Beach, discovered Cape Coral, love the water access, and left owning a home. For our boating and fishing lifestyle its perfect.
What makes this property unique
The Coral Cottage as we call it is quiet, cool, comfortable and the perfect spot for the traveling professional or traveling family to call their home away from home! We are about 20 minutes away from Fort Myers Beach, and 10 minutes from the Cape Coral Yacht Club Beach.