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🐠Waterfront Island and Pool Dream Retreat!🐋

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A spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.
A swimming pool with a sunset view through large windows.
A spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden dining table, and pendant lighting.
A spacious living area with a kitchen island, wooden flooring, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Saint James City, FL
  • Place, Museum of the Islands
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Matlacha Bridge
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Saint James City

Saint James City is home to this vacation home. While the natural beauty of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Bowman's Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Key West Express. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Dunes Golf and Tennis Club or FastTrax Fort Myers.
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Saint James City, FL

What's nearby

  • Phillips Community Park - 16 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Museum of the Islands - 17 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Koucky Gardens & Gallery - 21 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens - 21 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Matlacha Bridge - 22 min drive - 22.7 km

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬67 min drive
  • ‪Phuzzy’s Boat Shack - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬70 min drive
  • ‪Gramma Dot's - ‬66 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant & Marina - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 🐠Waterfront Island and Pool Dream Retreat!🐋 have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at 🐠Waterfront Island and Pool Dream Retreat!🐋?

As of Nov 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 🐠Waterfront Island and Pool Dream Retreat!🐋 on Nov 17, 2026 start from $369, 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 Island and Pool Dream Retreat!🐋 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 🐠Waterfront Island and Pool Dream Retreat!🐋?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🐠Waterfront Island and Pool Dream Retreat!🐋?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 🐠Waterfront Island and Pool Dream Retreat!🐋 located?

Situated in Saint James City, this vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Museum of the Islands, Koucky Gardens & Gallery, and Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens. Matlacha Bridge is 12.3 mi (19.9 km) away.

Reviews

7.0

Good

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

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

7.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was good we did enjoy stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property is a bit more dated than photos appear. Upstairs and downstairs do not connect from the inside. Which is not uncommon in this area due to hurricanes but we were surprised by that. Over all good value for our family. We had a boat which is a must.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Canal front

Great location for quick boating access to all beaches
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Photo Shoot

Utilized this perfect property as a staging area for a photo shoot we were trying to compose for a new boat model. While the weather did not cooperate fully, the property was fabulous
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
We stayed 4 days with family and friends. However the house is not kept up. It is very dated and I guess the best way of saying it is falling apart. The kitchen cabinets are delaminating and some have coverings missing. Missing piece of base board. The pool is dangerous. It has a large patched hole in the bottom that is not smooth. It was so rough one of our guest hurt their toe and big toe nail. The coping is missing near the stairs. Jagged concrete exposed near the steps to enter and exit the pool. The exterior of the house is un kept. Weeds surround the house almost 3’ tall. All garbage cans were full when we arrived. The flies ruined our evenings on the pool deck and were in the house. The host did have the trash picked up on Sunday. The last day of our stay. The gas grill was so full of grease we were worried it would catch fire when we cooked. It has not been cleaned or serviced in a long time. We heard a loud whistling the entire time we were there. Contacted the host on Friday. We discovered it was the mechanics in the toilet. Host was unable to find a handy man to fix the problem. Notified him the water in the toilet was continuously running on our last day there. The bottom stair railings are loose and probably not the safest. The dock is not in the greatest of shape. The host was aware we had 3 boats coming. Dock only had 2 cleats. I feel kinda silly for purchasing the accidental damage insurance. I was embarrassed had invited friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
I am writing to formally document several significant issues regarding our recent stay. While the host allowed an early check-in, the property was not in a habitable or accurately described state.Critical Utility Issues:No Water/Sanitation: A handyman was replacing the water heater upon arrival, but the cold water lines repeatedly cracked. He departed after 6:00 PM with the main water line turned off. We had no working toilets for 9 people and were forced to manually flush by pouring buckets of water into the basins.Continued Disruption: Repairs continued the following day, requiring the water to be shut off again, leaving us without facilities until we departed for the day at 1:00 PM.Misrepresentation of Amenities:Missing Hot Tub: The listing advertised a hot tub; none was present. Incomplete Kitchen: The advertised "second kitchen" lacked a refrigerator.Layout Non-Disclosure: The listing failed to mention that two bedrooms and a bathroom are only accessible by exiting the house and descending 19 outdoor stairs. With 4 children this was horrible. We would not have rented had this been in the description.Safety and Hygiene Concerns:Safety Hazards: The wood on the dock ladder was rotten/unstable. Outdoor electrical outlets were left uncovered. Outlet behind downstairs bed does not have a cover and has a water dripping mark. Outside stairs are broken and a tripping hazard.Kitchenware: Pots and pans were rustedI have photos of evidence for most things.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 28, 2026
I’m sorry you are having feelings about not being reimbursed for your stay. Many people try this avenue for free vacations. I was not compliant to threats of a bad review unless you received a free stay. This is unfortunately the world we live in now.
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