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Mermaid Cove on the Lake

Lakefront holiday home with water park and Hot tub

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sunsets from your dock
HEATED POOL AND SPA
AMAZING KITCHEN
TRAVERTINE DECK WITH POOL/SPA
OPEN KITCHEN TO LR AND PATIO

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Sun Splash Water Park
  • Place, Hunters Run Executive Golf Course
  • Place, Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Mermaid Cove on the Lake

Make lasting Memories at this Completely rehabbed 3 bedroom, 2 bath pool/spa home with a sunset view on the Lake. Lakefront, Pool, Spa, Kayaks, Beach/Fish Gear, Private pool deck with an amazing sunset. Huge outdoor travertine patio on the Lake with a heated salt water pool, spa. Fish/kayak off of your private dock, we provide these. Across the lake from Sun Splash Water Park, Putt Putt & more. This is not a home, this is an experience. Luxury and Privacy Await you.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cape Coral

Located in Hancock, a neighbourhood in Cape Coral, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Cape Coral Historical Museum and Griffen American Center for Haitian Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Veterans Memorial Area and Vietnam War Memorial. Travelling with kids? Consider Sun Splash Water Park and Tropical Breeze Fun Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cape Coral, FL

What's nearby

  • Sun Splash Water Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hunters Run Executive Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Cape Coral Historical Museum - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve - 12 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Cape Coral Yacht Club Beach - 17 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bayside Burger & Beer - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Mermaid Cove on the Lake have a pool?

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

Is Mermaid Cove on the Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mermaid Cove on the Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mermaid Cove on the Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mermaid Cove on the Lake located?

This family-friendly Cape Coral holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Sun Splash Water Park, Tropical Breeze Fun Park and Bowland Coral Lanes. Hunters Run Executive Golf Course and Wicked Dolphin Distillery are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had the best vacation! The house is better than pictured. Very clean and has everything you need. The backyard was perfect for swimming, relaxing and fishing. We caught some beautiful sunsets. We hope to be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shana K.

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

Friends Vacation

Another wonderful week at Mermaid Cove. Don’t wait to book this place you want regret it! It’s beautiful just as described and Stu and Cathy are great host. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

Love the mermaid house!

Great place to stay! Clean and has all the necessities of home. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

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

Beautiful house on a gorgeous lake

Amazing place! Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda B.

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

Mermaid House is Lovely!

The house was beautifully decorated, well-equipped, extremely clean! The kitchen island and master suite with claw foot bath tub was my favorite! My family loved the pool and spa! Stu and Kathy were amazing hosts and very accessible with questions. We would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

90 birthday celebration

This house is amazing! The view of the lake is so beautiful and relaxing! The pool and the hot tub was wonderful. The house is beautiful and has everything you need! We had the best time there and would love to rent from Stu and Cathy again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele L.

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

Just perfect!

This is the second property of Stu and Cathy’s that we rented and it was just as perfect. All of the above-and-beyond finishing touches really make you feel at home. The home is extremely clean and gorgeous, the pool is inviting and relaxing, and the lake views are beautiful. We will definitely be visiting again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl B.

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

Family Fun and Relaxation

The house was very clean and neat. Very nicely decorated. The outside property had a spectacular view and the pool was nice and warm. We didn't want to get out of it!! All in all, we had a great time!! Would definitely rent again or one of their other properties.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy V.

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

Thank you!

There are hardly words to summarize our experience at Mermaid Cove! From the moment we walked in, we felt like it was a dream! It was fun to pretend this was our forever home! The attention to every single detail, the ambiance, the truly welcome feeling is sweet! Your home is so clean, the linens are luxurious! From lounging by the pool, relaxing in the hot tub or fishing or kayaking, there was never a need to search for something to do!! We will be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel E.

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

accomodations

The attention to detail at this amazing house was impeccable! If I could have picked up this house and moved it to my location in MN .... thank you Stu & Cathy for sharing your beautiful home. We will definitely be back at this home or another one of your locations.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leo C.

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

Enjoyable short stay

Stayed for 3 nights, wish we stayed longer. My 14 y.o. son who recently took up bass fishing would wake up very early in the morning to fish from the dock. He would fish until sundown and probably longer if the dock was lighted. The Kayaks came in handy as well. My wife, who's a stickler for cleanliness approved of the place. Publix is just 5 minutes away. We hope to return again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gail G.

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

Just Perfect!

House, pool, grounds -- perfect. Beautifully decorated, well-equipped, extremely clean! EVERYTHING you could need or want for your trip to Cape Coral was there -- coolers, beach wagon, fish poles, bikes, pool floats, beach towels, and so much more. Stu and Kathy were amazing hosts and very accessible with questions. Sunsets were breath-taking. A piece of paradise -- but very short distance to all stores. PS - This house has the kitchen island of my dreams! Kitchen is beautiful and very well equipped -- so gorgeous you'll want to cook during your vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Prefect family getaway

Hosts were great at communication start to finish. If I had any trouble their previously sent email and text messages helped me get through it. House was clean. Big kitchen with pots, pans and seasonings. Pool was clean (some leaves and bugs fell in but no fault to host). Screened outdoor patio and sunset views were great ! Access to wheel wagon, beach chairs, umbrella, kids sand toys, and a cooler. Thank you for hosting !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful place and clean pool was nice and hot tub and overall I had a great experience there. I would recommend to others
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

TAMMY D.

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

Florida at its finest

This is by far the nicest vacation home we have ever rented . Everything 5 star! Home , view , cleanliness, amenities. We had an excellent time relaxing in the beautiful home for 10 days
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

BETH W.

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

Perfection

What a great house and beautiful setting! This place was a comfortable fit for my 3 night stay in the area. The house itself was fantastic, but the screened-in porch, pool area and water views made the whole house choice so much more enjoyable and peaceful. You can’t go wrong staying here with its equipped kitchen — but there are also nice spots to eat close by if you’d rather go out. I would definitely stay here again!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil W.

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

Awesome Sunsets

This property was a great find and we would definitely stay here again. Awesome lake views and beautiful sunsets. The saltwater pool and hot tub were wonderful and the water temperature was a perfect 88 degrees. The house was super clean and had everything you needed in a great kitchen. I fished from the dock some every day and caught several bass. The owner, Stu, was very responsive and helpful with the few questions we had during our visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

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

Mermaid Cove left us with a great tale!

Upon arrival, we found a lovely, very clean, property with an atmosphere that was very beachy and serene. We had a wonderful time kayaking on the lake, fishing on the dock right in our yard, and swimming in the luxurious heated pool with hot tub. The property provided us with every luxury and comfort of home and more. The property was also located in an area with plenty to do Including a waterpark, and miniature golf within walking distance. The neighborhood was a great place to ride bikes which were also provided, as well as taking leisurely walks around the lake. Not only was it a relaxing and comfortable experience, it was also a very affordable vacation as well. We can’t say enough good things about our experience. The owners, Stu and Cathy, provided us with an email prior to arrival and before departure with easy to understand instructions with everything we needed to know about the property. Their contact information was also available in case we encountered any problems, which we did not. We are already planning our next vacation with Sea Schell vacation rentals.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

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

Relaxing vacation

We had a wonderful 2 weeks at Mermaid Cove.This was our second home we have rented from Stu and Cathy and they are decorated beautifully and very clean.The sunsets from the pool overlooking the lake were breathtaking Our grandkids certainly enjoyed the pool as we did.Highly recommend renting this beautiful home for your next vacation!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hieu C.

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

Spring break 2024

Our family of 5 enjoyed our stay here. The boys did not catch any fish, but had fun trying. The pool and hot tub were great. We traveled to several beaches nearby. The beach towels, umbrella, chairs and cooler were great to have available. Communication with the host was good. Check in and out were seamless.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dwight H.

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

The Perfect Set-Up

My wife and I were looking for the perfect get-away yo enjoy the southwest Florida Spring. We certainly found it with this Mermaid Cove property hosted by Stu and Cathy. The house was in tip-top shape. They ensured outstanding attention-to-detail. With regard to decorating, the house is done in an up-to-date, tasteful manner. The provisioning of housewares, linens, etc. were well above average. This place is a sure fire bet!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

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

Florida vibes throughout

This home away from home was everything we expected and more! The home was beautiful and well equipped with everything we needed for our week in paradise. The pool and hot tub or just perfect during the day and at night. The accommodations were beautiful and the home was very Florida vibes throughout. The home owners were amazing and easy to contact with any questions. We hope to be back! Thank you for sharing your home with us!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff E., Columbia City

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

Wonderful location and beautiful property!

We really enjoyed our week long stay. The private pool and spa were used daily. The dock overlooking the lake was a nice peaceful place to take in the sunsets. We were able to take a day trip to Sanibel and Captiva islands and made multiple visits to the Southwest Florida Eagle Cam location. I would highly recommend staying at this wonderful property with its excellent location!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yamy I.

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

Great house

We will book again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clark D.

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

Great stay & location

Great quiet location. Lots of things to do. Didn’t catch any fish but had a great time trying. Saw a lot of them. Just weren’t biting. Very clean property. Had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cathy and Stu Scheller

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Stu and Cathy have been married over 40 years, parents of 4 children, 8 total children in-love and Grandparents of 12, they rehab, own and manage 9 Vacation Rental Homes. 8 of which are in Cape Coral Fl. If you or your family need additional houses, please ask us. We have developed our own style and unique decor, amenities and top notch customer service. We are the owners, designers, and customer service.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this property for several reasons. The Lake View is amazing, the sunsets are stunning, but the setting is undeniably unique. Sitting on the Patio at night watching the Eagles swoop down to pick fish out of the water, the birds and wildlife across the lake.. amazing. The heated pool, The Spa, the decor it all leads to a unique private resort eco-experience. The Game Room will be up and operational by late Fall 2022. We supply Kayaks, Fishing Gear, Life Jackets, games, bikes, books, and a garage/game room and Smart TV's in every room. The bedrooms are separated with the Master on one side, and the two guest rooms on the other side. All bathrooms have been completely updated with new tiles, vanities, tubs. The Kitchen is all new, smart blue and white cabinets with quartz counter tops. Appliances are all new. The window seat overlooking the lake will make you want to curl up with a book. We have board games, a port a crib, booster seats and toys for the little ones. There is something for everyone here at Mermaid Cove.

What makes this property unique

Cathy has a unique style of decorating all of our properties. Each one is unique but has a mix of home, beach get away, found items, new items. We are also clean freaks, your stay will amaze you and keep you coming back. You deal directly with us, the owners, not a customer service person or a bot.

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