Heated Pool & Fishing Dock | Pet-Friendly Haven

Why guests love it: - A backyard and pool deck that becomes everyone's favorite place to unwind - Fish right off the dock, with manatee sightings - Heated pool with water features, a hit with kids even on cooler days - Pet-friendly, with a fully fenced yard for the dog to roam - A relaxing, open layout that looks just like the photos - Quiet enough for a longer stay or remote work Watch the sun set over the canal from your own heated pool in this single-story NW Cape Coral retreat with direct Gulf access. Inside, 2,424 sq ft offers 3 bedrooms plus a den, a chef's kitchen with island seating, dining for 6, and four pocketing sliders that open the whole living area to the lanai. The den/office, fast Wi-Fi and roomy walk-in closets make settling in for a longer stay easy. Bedroom Configuration: - Primary Bedroom: King bed with sliders to the lanai, plus an en suite with a soaking tub and huge walk-in shower - 2nd Bedroom: King bed - 3rd Bedroom: Queen bed with a writing desk Outdoor Living: The screened lanai is made for entertaining, with a heated pool, swim-up table, three water features, covered dining, loungers and an outdoor griddle for poolside cookouts. The pool bath has its own door to the lanai, so no wet feet through the house. Beyond the pool cage, the beautifully landscaped, fenced yard leads to an 85' seawall with a captain's walk, covered boat lift and plenty of seating. Cast a line, watch for manatees, or paddle the canals with the included kayak and life jackets. A kayak launch stabilizer lowers to the water so getting in and out is easy and steady. -Good to Know- • Boat lift use is available for an additional $150 per stay. • Single-story home. • Parking for 3 vehicles in the garage, plus 3 more in the driveway. The garage also has storage racks for beach gear. • Pet-friendly: up to 2 dogs, $40/day, maximum $250 per stay (no cats, please). Please let us know upon booking if you plan to bring a dog; unreported pets incur a $300 penalty. • Stays over 30 days require a mid-stay inspection every 30 days. Optional mid-stay cleaning is available upon request. • Starter toiletries and cleaning supplies are provided. • The pool is heated. During cooler weather, extra pool heating is available to keep the pool at a comfortable 78-82°F: $35/day. • The home is on well water, with a whole-house reverse osmosis system for clean, great-tasting water at every tap. • Impact windows, plus electric and clear manual shutters, for peace of mind in any season. -About Your Host- At Vacation Rental Collective (VRC), we are a professional management company that takes pride in delivering a consistent, high-quality experience across all of our homes. When you stay with us, you can always expect: • Locally owned & operated service with a personal touch and insider knowledge of the area • 24/7 guest communication if anything arises during your stay • Lightning-fast response times whenever you need assistance • Professionally cleaned and maintained properties for comfort and peace of mind • Inspected before each arrival to ensure every detail is guest-ready Beaches: Yacht Club Public Beach (30-35 minutes) Fort Myers Beach (40-50 minutes) Sanibel Island (35-45 minutes) Captiva Island (60-75 minutes) Bonita Beach (45-55 minutes) Outdoor Activities: Kayaking or paddleboarding on Matlacha Pass Fishing charters or boat tours Cape Coral Nature Preserve (hiking, bird-watching) Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve (kayaking, paddleboarding) Rotary Park Environmental Center St. James City on Pine Island (45 minutes): Galt Preserve and St. Jude Trail for bird-watching and nature walks; kayak and boat rentals at Monroe Canal Marina on Pine Island Sound Golf: Coral Oaks Golf Course (7 minutes): 18-hole championship course, practice facilities and full-service restaurant Cape Royal Golf Club Palmetto-Pine Country Club Shopping and Dining: Matlacha (colorful art galleries, gift shops, fresh seafood on the water) Pine Island (laid-back waterfront restaurants, fish markets, kayak and boat rentals) Burnt Store Marina, Punta Gorda (waterfront dining and marina views) Downtown Punta Gorda & Fishermen's Village (waterfront shops and restaurants on Charlotte Harbor) Pine Island Road corridor (everyday shopping, groceries, casual dining) South Cape / Downtown Cape Coral, SE 47th Terrace (restaurants, nightlife, farmers market) The Marina at Cape Harbour (waterfront dining) Downtown Fort Myers River District (restaurants, bars) Events and Festivals: Festival of the Arts (January) Burrowing Owl Festival (February) Fort Myers Beach Shrimp Festival (March) Concert in the Park (April) Summer Fest (June) OKTOBERFEST! (October) Southwest Florida Wine & Food Festival (November) Holiday Festival of Lights (December) Family-Friendly: Mike Greenwell's Family Fun Park (arcade, mini-golf) Gulf Coast Town Center (playground, shops, movie theatre) Imaginarium Science Center (Fort Myers) Lee County Manatee Park (kayak, paddleboard) Day Trips: Everglades National Park (1.5 hours) Naples, Florida (1.5 hours) Sarasota, Florida (2 hours) Tampa, Florida (2.5 hours) Whether you're relaxing, beachcombing, fishing, golfing, or enjoying Cape Coral's one-of-a-kind boating scene, Vacation Rental Collective has the perfect private vacation home for you and your group. At Vacation Rental Collective, we understand the importance of flexibility for travelers when it comes to cancellations. Travelers are subject to the cancellation policy that applies to the specific booking platform where they made their reservation. Guests are encouraged to review the cancellation terms and conditions provided by the booking platform at the time of booking and familiarize themselves with the specific terms and conditions applicable to their reservation.