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Nestled along the river, this vacation home features 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, accommodating 11 guests. It includes 1 outdoor pool, 1 hot tub, and 1 bicycle. Enjoy ocean views from the deck and patio, while nearby activities include tubing, fishing, and birdwatching. Explore attractions like Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve and Alliance for the Arts.
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Infinity pool
A rare find - unwind in the stunning infinity pool
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 11
Popular amenities
Infinity pool
Hot tub on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Cape Coral, FL
Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve
Place, Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve
1 min drive
Veterans Memorial Area
Place, Veterans Memorial Area
1 min drive
Coralwood Mall
Place, Coralwood Mall
2 min drive
Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
Gorgeous Retreat 54 ft Pool & Spa •5-Zone AC •2 Min to River •5 Min to Ft Myers
Impeccably Maintained High-End Waterfront Retreat with 4 Private Suites
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📌 Important Booking Information
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🏡 Caribbean Island Dolphin View – Your Premium Vacation Home in Cape Coral
Direct owner rental! Designed in 2014 and built by us for discerning guests seeking top-tier luxury, quality, and comfort.
Located in the coveted Gold Coast Estates, this upscale waterfront retreat offers four private bedroom suites with 5-zone climate control — individually adjustable for each suite and living area.
Enjoy a stunning 17 m (54 ft) infinity pool with disappearing-edge spa and a spacious two-level sun deck spanning 25.2 m. The mosaic-tiled spa sparkles like a jewel, perfect for both kids and adults. For technical reasons common to most Florida pool systems, the pool and spa cannot be heated simultaneously. Additionally, during rare periods of unusually cold weather, the pool heater may temporarily pause to protect the equipment. We appreciate your understanding.
The oversized dock accommodates boats up to 80 ft and features a tiki hut from which you’ll often see the dolphins — the inspiration for this home’s name.
This luxurious Caribbean-Mediterranean-style masterpiece spans approx. 12,939 sq ft of indoor/outdoor living, with 3,069 sq ft under air on one single level, ideal for families or groups of friends.
This incredible home offers high-quality stainless steel appliances, including a Miele dishwasher (Made in Germany), a Kitchenaid oven and microwave, and double sink Stainless steel refrigerator with ice/water filtration system, dispenser, ice maker, freezer
High-end kitchen equipment for bon vivants - who enjoy the finest most expensive equipment Professional cooking pots “Fissler’s original pro collection” Dreizack Wusthoff professional knives sets, s/s made in Solingen Kitchenaid branded toaster, blender-, hand mixer, and coffee maker Keurig coffee maker (runs with regular pads) The “Ferrari from Villeroy & Boch”, series "Amazonia" made of premium bone porcelain for an adequate dining table and High-end BSF cutleries Kids-cutleries made by BSF for the little guests Additional unbreakable dinnerware Kids and baby cups Very large kitchen with high ceiling Open serving bar, extra wide and countertops made of high-grade granite Rich cabinetry
Three of the four suites have direct pool access. Two, the Antigua and Barbados Suites, are equal-size master suites with ensuite bathrooms. The Coca-Cola Suite and Route 66 Suite each include direct bathroom access, and the Route 66 suite also has a 46” Panasonic HDTV (the masters have 60” Sony HDTVs). The fourth suite offers 2 XL twin beds, combineable to a king. Additional queen inflatable beds available on request.
Boaters love the easy access — just a 2-minute boat ride to the Caloosahatchee River with no locks or bridges (“Direct Sailboat Access”). The wide canal also attracts dolphins, stingrays, tarpon (especially in spring), and winter manatees. Having owned a boat rental business for over 10 years, we can warmly guide you about rentals and best practices.
Built using the ICF® (Insulating Concrete Form) system, the house features sound and thermal insulation, energy efficiency, allergen-friendly surfaces, and is extremely sturdy.
Electricity Charges
Electric usage is billed at $0.15 per kWh, to be paid by the guest.
Your property manager will show you how to monitor usage at any time during your stay.
Actual costs depend on guest count, weather, and habits — typically between $60 and $300/week.
Security: Ring Doorbell plus two audio Ring cameras monitor the driveway and entrance — for your peace of mind.
We are proud to celebrate 21 years in vacation rental business in 2025.
⚠️ Note: The City of Cape Coral requires a 7-night minimum stay.
Rates & Fees Overview
Below you’ll find our detailed pricing information. Please note that VRBO’s system cannot display all seasonal adjustments or additional guest fees correctly, so we kindly ask you to contact us directly for a precise and personalized quote.
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Standard Season
May 1 – December 18, 2025
May 1 – December 17, 2026
1–4 guests: $3,200/week 5 guests: $3,400/week 6 guests: $3,600/week 7 guests: $3,800/week 8 guests: $4,000/week All rates are based on the weekly rate after applying our discount for weekly stays.
➡️ Additional guest fee (5th guest and up):
$200/week per guest (plus 11.5% tax)
Please note: this surcharge is not automatically calculated by VRBO.
Again, this is not reflected in the VRBO system — please contact us for a correct quote.
🕊️ Easter & Christmas Holiday Surcharge
+20% on the weekly rate
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
This surcharge is also not calculated automatically by VRBO.
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Cleaning Fee
$300 (plus 11.5% tax) for up to 8 guests $350 (plus 11.5% tax) for 9 guests or more
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Electricity Charges
$0.15/kWh (plus 11.5% tax) Meter reading available on-site Estimated weekly cost: $80–$300 depending on usage
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Payment Terms
Fully refundable security deposit: $2,000 Down payment: 50% of rental amount due upon booking Balance due: 6 weeks before arrival All payments are handled via the VRBO platform. We have no influence on VRBO’s service fees, which are charged directly by the platform.
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Important information
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Property Registration Number DWE4605801
Property # 2045782
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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 and a first aid kit
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
About the area
Cape Coral
Located in Caloosahatchee, a neighbourhood in Cape Coral, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Cape Coral Historical Museum and The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Veterans Memorial Area and Vietnam War Memorial. Travelling with kids? Consider HeadPinz Family Entertainment Center, or check out an event or a game at JetBlue Park at Fenway South. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and mountain biking nearby.
Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
Veterans Memorial Area - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
Coralwood Mall - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
Coralwood Shopping Center - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
HeadPinz Family Entertainment Center - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
RaceTrac - 4 min drive
Dutch Brothers - 4 min drive
Starbucks - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Taco Bell - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Gorgeous Retreat 54 ft Pool & Spa •5-Zone AC •2 Min to River •5 Min to Ft Myers have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include infinity and heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Gorgeous Retreat 54 ft Pool & Spa •5-Zone AC •2 Min to River •5 Min to Ft Myers?
As of 14 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gorgeous Retreat 54 ft Pool & Spa •5-Zone AC •2 Min to River •5 Min to Ft Myers on 30 Sept 2026 start from £3,222, 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 Gorgeous Retreat 54 ft Pool & Spa •5-Zone AC •2 Min to River •5 Min to Ft Myers pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Gorgeous Retreat 54 ft Pool & Spa •5-Zone AC •2 Min to River •5 Min to Ft Myers?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gorgeous Retreat 54 ft Pool & Spa •5-Zone AC •2 Min to River •5 Min to Ft Myers?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gorgeous Retreat 54 ft Pool & Spa •5-Zone AC •2 Min to River •5 Min to Ft Myers?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gorgeous Retreat 54 ft Pool & Spa •5-Zone AC •2 Min to River •5 Min to Ft Myers located?
This family-friendly Cape Coral holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Coralwood Shopping Center, HeadPinz Family Entertainment Center and Coralwood Mall. Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Heidi Strohschein / Juergen Kroeger -your SOLE AUTHORIZED CONTACTS!
We are Juergen Kroeger and Heidi Strohschein, who planned and built 3 rental homes belonging to the Caribbean Island Class - all planned from scratch and built according to our plans. There are the Caribbean Island Supreme Deluxe, Caribbean Island Grand Deluxe and our latest, the Caribbean Island Dolphin View. You may rent those three premium vacation rental homes only with us exclusively. No one else is allowed to sign any contracts for us.Take the chance and talk to us in person. We are well-known having an outstanding reputation on the Cape Coral vacation rental market. Since 2005 we have rented the first vacation rental house, which is in a peferct condition-like new. It is important to us to talk to our customers individually to find out the demands regarding the vacation rental house and to fulfill those requests. Our vacation rental houses in Cape Coral have an outstanding and extended equipment which you barely find in any vacation home. We make sure that you are able to get a high level comfortable house to conveniently spending their vacations in our homes. Some important factors for the convenience of our guests is the 4 or 5-zone A/C which you can control individually in each bedroom and the great rooms, first class beddings (on request German duvet beddings of the market leader), the high end kitchen which features Villeroy & Boch dinnerware, Fissler “pro“ cooking pots, cutleries from BSF, Germany. Features are home cinema, wall mounted big flat screen tvs and complementary WLAN. We take care that our guests wishes are considered and the guest love to spend also their future vacations in one of our vacation homes in Cape Coral. Our local property manager takes care about you during your stay. All houses we advertized are licensed to be rented. The license is issued by the Florida Department & Business Professional Regulation, Tallahassee - License # DWE4605801. We are members of the Cape Coral Chamber of Commerce–Member ID 41324.
Why they chose this property
We offer a high end premium vacation rental house featuring an individually designed and very comfortable pool & spa area of 54 ft length, located just 2 minutes from the river. This house offers everything you might think of. Do not hesitate and talk to us to get all information you wish to have. As we and our Caribbean Island Dolphin View are well-know it is easy to contact us to find a great vacation home out of several Cape Coral Rental Houses.
What makes this property unique
A/C can be controlled indivdually in each room. Roomy outdoor area with disappearing edge pool and spa (can be heated electrically), south direction. Direct Gulf access, no lock.
We are kids-friendly ! • In this vacation home you find the following features which you might like to know if you have kids: o Baby Barrier Fence to divide the pool from the lanai – this helps you avoiding that a child might get into the pool. There is still plenty of room on the lanai if the fence is on and you still have a nice view. o Children’s cutlery from BSF o unbreakable childrens plates and baby and children’s cups o Potty seat o Child proof electric outlets on the entire premises o Baby bed and booster can be rented from our property manager for a service fee of USD 25 for both of them for the entire stay o Kids games are in the game room / also for adults
The house is allergy-friendly, a non-smoing house, tiles throughout. The house was built with ICF blocks (ICF=INSULATING CONCRETE FORM), which gives greater comfort due to stable temperature throughout the home. ICF walls reduce air infiltration by 75%: The effects of hay fever, asthma, and other airborne allergies can be greatly alleviated. The house is quieter. ICF walls allow less than one-third as much sound to pass through than regular frame walls. A house built with ICF block is considered to be earthquake, tornado and hurricant resistant. A study of Texas Tech University proves that wall built with Insulating Concrete Forms withstand the damage and projectiles launched by tornado or hurricane strength winds
Languages:
English, German
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