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Super Soft Water (Saltwater Pool) with Sunshelf Entry. No harsh chemicals!
Quiet and friendly neighborhood
Large Lanai Area
Pool
Pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Porch or veranda
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Cape Coral, FL
  • Place, Rotary Park Environmental Center
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Wagging Tails Dog Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Tom Allen Memorial Butterfly Garden
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

The Boat House

Open for business... Hurricane Ian Survivor!
Florida sunshine and warmth abounds! This quaint 2 bedroom/2 bathroom home is the perfect tropical escape. Featuring:
Newer pool with all-day sun.
All tile floors.
Granite counters.
Huge lanai with fire table and seating for 6.
Close to the best in dining.
4 minutes to grocery store.
45 minutes to Sanibel and Fort Myers beaches.
Direct gulf access.
Large dock on water - fish from the dock.
Optional covered boat slip available as add-on - 14,000 lbs.

"This was definitely a 5 Star Vacation Home. The home is very clean with everything you need to make you feel at home. The Home and area are very beautiful and quiet. The perfect place to relax after a day at a Beach. A short travel to Sanibel Beach and Fort Myers Beach gave us the ability to visit both beaches during our stay. For the Hospitality from Richard and Jane is also a 5 star. I Highly recommend this home and will definitely book again in the future.

Thank you

Lillian and Kenny"

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2176305vb
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
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 Pelican, a neighbourhood in Cape Coral, this holiday home is near a water park and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Estero Boulevard Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Key West Express. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Lee Health Sports Complex or FastTrax Fort Myers. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling adventures can be found near the property.
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Cape Coral, FL

What's nearby

  • Rotary Park Environmental Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Wagging Tails Dog Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Tom Allen Memorial Butterfly Garden - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Cape Coral Yacht Club Beach - 14 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 42 min drive - 36.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oak&Stone Cape Coral - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Back Streets Sports Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Duffy's Sports Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Boat House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is The Boat House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Boat House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Boat House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Boat House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Boat House located?

Located in Pelican, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Glover Bight Trail, Tarpon Point and Veterans Foundation Headquarters. Cape Coral Farmers Market is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dick and Jane were the best hosts/owners that we have dealt with while renting a home through VRBO. Our happiness was their first priority and their attentiveness to our needs exceeded our expectations. We would highly recommend anyone to stay in their home. They will treat you like family while feeling at home in there beautiful well equipped home. We cannot wait to stay on their home again and highly recommend The Boathouse with Dick and Jane!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 April 2026
We thank you for your wonderful review. We are so happy that you had a great time and we can't wait to see you again please call me first and also let's stay in touch thank you Tammy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The saltwater pool and screened lanai were where we spent the majority of our time. It was private in the completely fenced yard with tall hedges and more palm trees! The street is one of the most beautiful in the neighborhood with towering palms that swayed all day lining the street!We rented a boat and parked it right out back on the canal. Dinner at Bimini Basin and lunch at the Naughty Mermaid we're just a short trip by boat.The kitchen was well stocked...even had a corkscrew for our wine on the nights we grilled at home.Rich offered a multitude of ideas on where to visit- always helpful to have a local guide! He was easy to reach and responsive to any question we had.The trip was relaxing and we had all we needed for a great stay! Will book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ralph P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. Everything was exactly as pictured. Questions we had about the unit were answered within minutes. We had excellent weather which may have helped, but the pool was perfectly warm. We took in the beaches at Sanibel and Captiva as well as the much more crowded beaches of Fort Myer and enjoyed them all. We danced four nights in a row at Cape Caberet just a few miles away and fit in well with the almost totally over 65 crowd.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rich was fantastic to work with. He was responsive and checked in on us to make sure we had what we needed. They had a beautiful poinsettia and a nice bottle of wine and chocolates waiting for us when we arrived. The pool was fantastic but the lounge chairs could be updated. Great host and house, I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Winter Retreat

This is our third visit to this property. Couldnt be happier with everything. Will return again.
Stayed 37 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Time in Cape Coral

Property was in an exvellent neighborhood. Exvellent location. Everything about the property was great. Owners were excellent to work with. This was our third time at this property and we'd definitely return again.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home w a pool on a canal!

Beautiful home in a great location. The owner is very easy to communicate with and responds quickly. This is our second stay and won't be our last!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

This property met all our needs for our stay in Cape Coral. The location was very convenient, the living space comfortable, the kitchen well- stocked, the bathrooms nicely updated, and the bed comfortable. Rich and Jane were very attentive, and easy to get aid of. Thank you for everything! to
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JEFF C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing home close to everything.

This home was perfect for relaxing in the pool or lounging inside. The home is close to all the sites/restaurants in the area. Saw a huge manatee and sting rays in the canal behind home.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2023
Thanks Jeff, We're glad you enjoyed your visit! Would love to have you come back soon... maybe the dolphins will visit! Best regards, Rich & Jane
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Stay

Location excellent. Quiet neighborhood. Nicely and very comfortably furnished. Nice pool and outdoor area. Was just me and my wife. It worked out very well for us. Availability of owners for any questions was also very nice.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter 2025

Our trip was again outstanding. The house is very comfortable and well appointed. We also enjoyed sitting on the lanai, overlooking the canal. It is very relaxing. And finally, the hosts were very attentive to every need we had. Thank you.
Stayed 49 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 February 2025
Thank you Harry for once again being our guests
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joelene Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

By far one of the best VRBO stays ever

We just finished our stay in Cape Coral at this location. This was by far the best VRBO experience We have ever had! This rental was perfect for myself, husband and 14 year old. You are close to so many beaches, restaurants and shops! The owner of this property is by far the best owner we have ever dealt with! We will definitely be looking to come back to this area and staying at this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2022
Thank you Jolene, that means a lot to us! You hit the nail on the head... Cape Coral is so wonderfully situated for beach visits, shopping, and dining. It's such a pleasure to share this with others. You're always welcome in our home! Rich and Jane
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay for RHWS Baseball Tournament

We stayed for two weeks and the Boat House in Cape Coral was great for us - good restaurants nearby for dinners, easy drives over to Fort Myers for the baseball games. Rich does a great job communicating with us as needed, but everything was fine with the property - especially the heated pool. Was great to be back for the Roy Hobbs tournament & look forward to returning next year and finding more Cape Coral spots to hit.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

HENK L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay in this house. Lovely pool.

everything you need is there. wonderful beds and Rich was very friendly. delicious wine upon arrival. pool perfect!! we have used it a lot. couldn't get enough of it. quiet neighborhood so enjoyed that too. love to come back again.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naomi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5/5 Perfect Location!

My husband and I traveled over the holidays to find nicer weather. This property was perfect and just what we were looking for! It was great to utilize the outside spaces and enjoy the heated pool! The location is close to anything you could need, but also pretty private, you can forget how centrally located you are. Rich and Jane were friendly and very helpful. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cape Coral Boathouse

Very pleased with home and amenities. Furniture very comfortable and well placed in main room. Enjoyed grilling by the pool. Home and lanai areas are very private from surrounding properties. Have already booked to return next year. Out hosts were very accessible and friendly. Thank you.
Stayed 49 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Klug 2024

This was our second stay at Jane and Rich’s Cape Coral vacation rental. Everything was fantastic and Rich handled a couple of small matters very quickly and well. We really like the location of this house and the quietness of the neighborhood and canal.
Stayed 49 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Escape from Winter

Everything was very positive, as expected. This was a return stay at this property and we have already reserved it for next year. Location, cleanliness, condition, and comfort were all excellent. Well equipped. Pool experience was excellent. Communication with hosts/owners was excellent. They were genuinely interested in ensuring our stay was a positive experience. We use VRBO all the time for travels. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2024
We love having people like this come back year after year they are so friendly and also very personable. They not only have a great time but they also do take care of our place so in addition to that we try to make their stay as special as possible.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best communication I have received in a long time!

Wow, nothing but positives things to say about this experience. Everything was great! The communication was wonderful and made the unknown so much easier. Rich was great to work with, the place was clean and just as it was described and he did a check in to make sure we didn't need anything. In advance he asked if we needed anything from the store since we were arriving Christmas Day.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 January 2025
Thanks Amy, It was our pleasure hosting your visit... we would love to have you back again! May your future travels bring you joy, happiness, and enlightenment! Thank you for the homemade maple syrup, it is beyond delicious! Rich and Jane
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Vacation 2023

We were displaced from Captiva due to hurricane Ian. We found this wonderful property. Our stay was perfect. We brought our boat and having the canal out back was extremely convenient. We had some friends visit during our stay and it very comfortable. The house was spacious with all the comforts of home. The updated bathrooms were very nice. The pool was just right after a long hot day on the water or even for a chill day staying home. Being on the end of the canal gave us a sense of privacy. Rich and Jane were gracious hosts and communicated quickly to anything we needed. We definitely will visit again.
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael and Marilyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Short Getaway From Winter

The owners, Rich and Jane were very good host. They greeted us with a bottle of wine, which was a very nice touch. They answered all our questions and were very helpful. The only bad thing was that there was no hand rail. My wife was unable to use the pool because of her neuropathy in her feet. I had a bad time also getting in and out of the pool because of my balance. Rich had told me that he would install the handrail before we got there, but the contractor was unable to get it in. That is why I am giving a four star rating.
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 April 2023
Thank you for your stay, and thank you for taking the time to submit a review. We are sorry about the handrail not being available during your stay. Post Hurricane Ian has made repairs and maintenance quite difficult and unpredictable to say the least. Good news... the new handrail is in as of today! -Jane
Verified

8/10 Good

Lorraine O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home

We enjoyed our two month stay at Pelican.. The house is in a quiet neighborhood, and very conveniently located with proximity to many of our favorite SW Cape Coral restaurants. The living area is spacious with a wonderful slider door to the large lanai and saltwater pool. It was especially convenient to have a printer at the house, an unexpected bonus! Communication with the owners - Rich and Jane - was excellent, and they were very responsive to the problems that arose. The one difficulty we had was with streaming TV. Even late into our two month stay, it could still be a struggle, and we're pretty tech savvy for old folks! Except for the TV issue, we'd definitely recommend their home for a Cape Coral stay.
Stayed 58 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2022
Thank you for your review. We pride ourselves on providing the best possible experience for our guests. To that end, we are currently reevaluating our TV provider and may return to cable. YouTube TV and Firestick have been problematic for us as well. Thanks again. Rich and Jane
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracey L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly what we wanted

This year for the winter holidays, we wanted to get away from the cold winter and hectic routine, so we opted to stay here in Cape Coral. Our stay allowed us to spend quality time together in this very comfortable and well-located home. I was able to easily make some home cooked meals as the kitchen was very well-equipped and the entire family spent most of the time outside in the warm pool. The layout of the home is very functional and there was nothing that we needed that was not available. The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful, yet located close enough to groceries, shops, pharmacies and restaurants. Some homes in the area are still repairing damages to their rooves and fences from Hurricane Ian but this house only had minimal damage to the lanai which did not affect our stay. Everyone in our family had the rest and relaxation that we were hoping for. Thank you to our hosts!
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for us. House was everything we needed and the canal location was great for quick ricer access with the boat. Communication was great from the host.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2026

About the host

Hosted by Rich Kroeze

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Rich and Jane Kroeze (Dick and Jane) arrived in Florida to "The Boat House" in the fall of 2017. Avid boating enthusiasts, they boated from Dubuque Iowa all the way down the inland river system to the Gulf of Mexico... ultimately arriving in Cape Coral where they now still reside. Rich is a 200 Ton Master Captain and as such, provides Captain services for all types of boats from 100' yachts to fishing vessels of all sizes and varieties. Jane manages a local downtown Fort Myers Retail shopping emporium called "The Franklin Shops" - 80 shops under one roof where you can find unique clothing, home décor, art , and jewelry. Rich and Jane are available for any and all questions pertaining to The Boat House and the Cape Coral/Fort Myers area.

Why they chose this property

The Boat House has wonderful amenities which is self evident, but also has a great location close to excellent restaurants, beaches, grocery shopping, waterfront dining, miniature golf, bowling, waterpark, and fun bars. The neighborhood is very quiet, safe and friendly. There are two airports nearby to get you in and out quickly: Fort Myers International Airport (RSW) and Punta Gorda Airport (PGD). Looking for a quick and economical flight? We recommend the Punta Gorda Airport - Allegiant Air.

What makes this property unique

We have a beautiful dock on a direct gulf access canal. You can sun on the dock and fish from the dock. If you wish to rent or bring your boat, we have a boat lift available. Please check with the Rich for further information.

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