St. James City Vacation Home with Private Dock, Pool and Gulf Access
Rum N Reel • St. James City Vacation Rental
Escape to island paradise at Rum N Reel, your ultimate waterfront vacation rental in the charming fishing village of Saint James City! This stunning property offers everything you need for the perfect Florida getaway – a private dock with a boat lift, sparkling heated pool, relaxing hot tub, and direct water access for endless adventures.
Picture yourself casting a line from your private dock, taking a refreshing dip in the pool, or soaking in the hot tub as the sun sets over Pine Island waters. The open-concept living space flows seamlessly to a screened lanai where island breezes and pool views create the perfect atmosphere for morning coffee or evening cocktails.
Whether you're bringing your boat or renting from a nearby marina, you're perfectly positioned to explore the stunning waters around Pine Island. Take a quick boat ride to world-famous Captiva Island beaches, or stay local and discover the eclectic shops, art galleries, and waterfront restaurants that make Saint James City a hidden gem.
Inside Rum N Reel, you'll find comfortable accommodations designed for relaxation and entertaining. The fully equipped kitchen makes it easy to prepare fresh catches or enjoy casual meals with family and friends. Every detail has been thoughtfully planned to ensure your vacation rental experience exceeds expectations.
From sunrise fishing expeditions to sunset pool parties, Rum N Reel delivers authentic island living at its finest. Located in the heart of Pine Island's boating and fishing paradise, you'll have front-row seats to Florida's most spectacular natural beauty.
Don't just take a vacation – embrace the island lifestyle and create memories that will last a lifetime at Rum N Reel!
Please Note Sleeps 6 5-night minimum The dock is 15 ft. long with 3 pilings and 4 cleats The boat lift is 12 ft. between pilings (lengthwise) and can handle a boat up to 8 ft wide Smoking is not permitted
Property manager
Royal Shell Vacations
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Saint James City
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Manatee Bay, a neighbourhood in Saint James City. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sirenia Vista and Goodwins Island, while Griffen American Center for Haitian Art and Cape Coral Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Tropical Breeze Fun Park and Bowland Coral Lanes are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Saint James City, FL
What's nearby
Tarpon Point - 41 min drive - 37.2 km
Cape Coral Yacht Club Beach - 45 min drive - 40.7 km
Getting around
Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 31 min drive
Lobster Lady Seafood Market & Bistro - 32 min drive
Overtime Sports Bar - 32 min drive
Rumrunners At Cape Harbour - 33 min drive
Phuzzy's Boat Shack - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does St. James City Vacation Home with Private Dock, Pool and Gulf Access have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is St. James City Vacation Home with Private Dock, Pool and Gulf Access pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at St. James City Vacation Home with Private Dock, Pool and Gulf Access?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at St. James City Vacation Home with Private Dock, Pool and Gulf Access?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is St. James City Vacation Home with Private Dock, Pool and Gulf Access located?
Located in Manatee Bay, this holiday home is 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Griffen American Center for Haitian Art and 10.4 mi (16.8 km) from Sirenia Vista. Happy Paws Park and Goodwins Island are also within 16 miles (25 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Very nice home in a fine neighborhood. Pool and hot tub were great. We also enjoyed using bikes and kayaks. Manatees and dolphins right in front of the dock! Pine island has a cool old Florida feel. Home needed a few small fixes, but nothing ruined our stay.
This is a very comfortable property. The description of home and amenities is accurate.Our only difficulty was that the new pool heating system did not work on arrival. Both owner and property management firm attempted to rectify this as soon as possible.Pine Island is a fun place to visit!
Absolutely perfect! My family had stayed in multiple homes on pine island and this one was by far our favorite . The pool and hot tub were great. The master bed was comfy which never happens. It was clean , the decor was beautiful . We live bed every minute of this stay.
This house was amazing. The kayaks were a lot of fun as well. We spent most of the time in the pool and hot tub. The only thing we wished that it was closer to a beach that you could actually visit. Since it was a farther drive, we really didn't do that much. But I think we had a much better time this way. Thank you.
Rum and Reel house was so enjoyable! The pool and hot felt fabulous! We spent a lot of time right there! The kayaks were used every day… the bikes great for short rides ! The best was seeing 3 or 4 manatees in the canal! Swam along side our kayaks…tail fins .. noses and bubbles around us! We also recommend Emmy Girl Charters…did a wildlife outing with Emily….saw lots of dolphins and manatees.,..she was a wonderful Captain and guide! The house is so well supplied …just bring your swim suit!
Pros:
Quiet neighborhood, gorgeous pool and canal area, ease of access to the water and great food in Malatcha. Spacious house, nice amenities, and very well kept. Great communication from management.
Cons:
Maintenance issues. The living room TV cable box/remote was nonfunctional, requiring a replacement before being able to use it. The coffeemaker was broken. And on the 4th day of 7, we discovered the dryer didn't work. We were likely just unlucky that these all happened on one visit, and the staff did a great job replacing the cable box and coffeemaker quickly. The dryer required a specialist that wasn't available before our departure.
Overall, highly recommend, especially for families with older children.
Nice house. Everything was very clean and well kept. TV with PS4 was nice. Pool and spa were great, spa gets hot but it takes a bit.
The house is a 30 minute drive to Cape Coral/45 min to Fort Myers so that is both good and bad. If you want a nice quiet spot to yourself, this is it.
We had an amazing stay at this property. The neighborhood was really quiet and safe. The house was clean and exactly as the pictures indicate. I wish the boat lift would have worked out for our boat (24 foot with T top) but we just tied up to the dock instead. The lift might be able to accommodate a 18 foot boat but not much bigger. The boat launch in the neighbor hood was nice and easy to launch from.
The rental company was easy to work with and quick to respond on a couple minor issues after our arrival even on the weekend. Hopefully we will be back soon!
It was great!! Plenty of towels and extra sheets. It was very clean. There’s a washer and dryer to use. The bikes were great! Next time we need to get the kayaks on the water. We will be back. We have friends in the area that we like to visit.
Very nice place! If I had to find something negative it would be that the kayak has a leak and fills with water and a couple of the beds could use mattress upgrades. All that said it is a wonderful place.
We had an amazing time at a phenomenal property! We have been to St James City on Pine Island several times and this house was everything we could have asked for. The house was very clean and well stocked with everything we could have needed! There were bikes, kayaks, and a lovely pool and spa. We were able to rent a boat for the week and use the property boat lift. Nice quiet neighborhood with friendly people. We can’t wait to come back!
Christine S.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
2/10 Terrible
Patti G.
6 Jan 2021
Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in
Don't rent this if you expect to use Pool and Hot Tub or don't want to deal with maintenance people!
Had to drive an hour out of my way to get keys to start with and they wanted me to drive them back after leaving, I refused....
Was there for 7 days, could only use the pool ONCE after maintenance came, etc.. could only use the spa twice after maintenance came yet again. they could not get the hot tub or the pool to warm up enough to use.. TV in master didn't work, had to have separate maintenance man come for that.. Basically spent my whole vacation week dealing with maintenance men!!! RIDICULOUS
Thankful for a quiet getaway amidst of the chaos of 2020. This private home was well stocked, providing extra towels, filler kitchen supplies, and soaps. We were thrilled to see the manatees in the channel on our first morning, and enjoyed the hot tub each evening. Although there weren’t clear directions provided for the pool remote, if you stop button mashing it will take care of itself.
This home was exceptional! Well stocked with everything needed for our stay. We had a small issue getting the pool warmed up and hot tub operating but the manager replied promptly and sent technicians to address our concern. The location on the island was perfect for accessing the Bay. Quiet neighborhood with friendly neighbors who assisted us with launching boat. Highly recommend home.
REBECCA B.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2020
About the host
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