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Bay of Grace -- A Boater's Paradise Fantastic Sunsets Close to I-75

Family-friendly holiday home with outdoor pool and Hot tub

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Pool
Pool
Aerial view
Terrace/patio
Main pool, children's pool and hot tub.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 92311 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Fort Myers, FL
  • Place, W. P. Franklin North Campground
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Lee Civic Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Manatee Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Guest Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bay of Grace -- A Boater's Paradise Fantastic Sunsets Close to I-75

Bay of Grace is a totally remodeled high-end home directly on the Caloosahatchee River. It is in a protected bay away from the river waves and boat traffic with extensive docks for boats and other watercraft. It has a pool for every age: a wading pool for the little ones, a hot tub for the adults, and a large infinity pool for everyone. Bay of Grace is a three-bedroom, two-bath home with an open concept living area, kitchen, and dining room. It sleeps 9 with the master suite being large private room with its own sliding glass door to the patio and pool. There is a king bed, double leather futon, and 2 single beds (day bed + trundle). The Master Bath has his and her closets, vanity and large shower with two shower heads. Bedrooms 2 and 3 have queen beds and a shared bathroom. Take in a stunning sunset, cast your fishing rods (2 provided), paddle the bay on a kayak or paddle board (provided) or soak away your cares in the heated pool and hot tub. A high-end place on the river to spend time whether it is a vacation, long term stay, or just a quick weekend away. It is a experience you and your family will never forget. NOTE: If you need a same day check in - ask us - VRBO will say it is not possible, but if the house is ready we can accommodate you.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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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
No parties or events allowed. This is quiet place.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
No dangerous breeds. Backyard is fenced.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave beds unmade and used towels left on the bathroom floor.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Note from host: No parties or events allowed. This is quiet place.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fort Myers

Located in Fort Myers, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Burroughs Home and Gardens and Florida Repertory Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Westminster Golf Club and Topgolf. Travelling with kids? Consider Manatee Park and Manatee World. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • W. P. Franklin North Campground - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Hickey's Creek Mitigation Park - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Lee Civic Center - 11 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Manatee Park - 13 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Manatee World - 14 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shores Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Moose Lodge 1297 - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bay of Grace -- A Boater's Paradise Fantastic Sunsets Close to I-75 have a pool?

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

Is Bay of Grace -- A Boater's Paradise Fantastic Sunsets Close to I-75 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Bay of Grace -- A Boater's Paradise Fantastic Sunsets Close to I-75?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bay of Grace -- A Boater's Paradise Fantastic Sunsets Close to I-75?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bay of Grace -- A Boater's Paradise Fantastic Sunsets Close to I-75?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bay of Grace -- A Boater's Paradise Fantastic Sunsets Close to I-75 located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Hickey's Creek Mitigation Park, Manatee Park, and Manatee World. Morse Shores Shopping Center and Crescent B Commons South are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristi R.

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

Vacay

Beautiful pool and view
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Adam A.

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

Great stay

Came with kids for a anniversary trip. Beautiful house and setting was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

carolyn h.

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

Perfect for away from the beach!

Mike and Karen were very attentive! House and pool were perfect. Booked here after we had to cancel our ocean front condo due to Ian. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

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

Great Place to Stay for Grace Island Resort Wedding Weekend!

We stayed at this beautiful Fort Myers Shores property during this past weekend. Our son and his bride were married at the Grace Island Resort property which is just across the small cove. This lovely home with an amazing pool complex and river access is located at the end of the Resort's long driveway which made it easy to come and go for the weekend's family events. The house has a huge primary bedroom and bath and two queen bedrooms which were very comfortable. The Great Room provides plenty of space and combines the kitchen, breakfast nook, and dining room with the living room's large TV and spacious L-shaped sofa. The great weather allowed us to enjoy the awesome pool, hot tub, and kiddie pool on the back patio as the sun set over the adjoining river. We highly recommend this Bay of Grace property and Mike and Karen were very responsive to every question or request at both properties throughout the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A bubble of Paradise

When you first walk in the house you will not remember how you got outside, the views are so captivating. The photos catch some of the beauty but not all. This is a home for rest and relaxation. Some of the features of the space I could not get enough of. The pool is so beautifully designed with wonderful running water features and spacious jacuzzi you will live in it. The morning sky, the beautiful sunset is one of the best I have seen. Being there in mid summer we welcomed some afternoon showers that cooled things off and were also perfect. The house has wide spacious rooms and of course an amazing view from majority of house. Huge master bedroom with sliding doors to the patio, second bedroom also slides to the patio and has the best view, third bedroom was my daughter’s choice with less light so she could sleep in. The house is fully stocked with everything you need. The kayak and the paddle-board are in an easy to maneuver lift which gets you in and out of water easily, a serious plus. Bike ride around neighborhood is a must. The stay was trouble free everything worked perfectly sent a brief text to the host and he was very accommodating with recommendations. Buckingham farms has a wonderful atmosphere and great place to eat breakfast. Loved our short week stay definitely needed a few more days. The pool and views are memorable and will stay with you long after your leave. Excellent choice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosmari M.

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

BEST SUNSET EVER!

The view is magical! The house is beautiful and outside area is amazing, Peaceful, relaxing oasis and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chrisey G., Fort Myers

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

Paradise river side

Beautiful home, just as pictured. Great communication with owner. Very attentive. Everything is wonderful about the house.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

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

Paradise!

Perfect experience beginning to end ‘
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

L B.

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

Great house, patio and pool.

Enjoyed the place. Mike the owner was helpful and made himself available if needed.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

It’s all about the view

This property is located in the Wild West (aka not a planned community, no sidewalks, lack of suitable walking trails and park amenities nearby, lack of quality restaurants and a neighbor who actually has an embroidered sign that says F&$& off in her driveway. Two million dollar houses mix with 250K houses. Target is about 8 miles away.) Anyway, you get the picture. However, when you get past all of that and open the door, prepare to be absolutely stunned. The views are superbly AMAZING. This property is updated, comfortable, and well-stocked. I always buy my own things prior to checking in but they had everything including shampoo, detergent, etc. and two washers and dryers which I loved. Although not close to many fun restaurants, there is a Publix and Winn Dixie right on the corner. The pool is silky warm and so long that you can do laps in it. There’s a kids’ pool and nice hot tub. There are cameras though, so doubtful you should skinny dip. I did not like the feeling of being watched, however, I have a pool at home and have cameras so I got it and forgot about it. The master has two shower heads, although I prefer a nice bathtub. The second bath does have an okay bathtub. The owner is extremely responsive and addresses every question or concern immediately. The living room has a great area to work out in if you do home workouts and I was able to eek out a 3 mile run outside. There are also reserves about 4 miles away. My suggestions for the owner: Get windows and tracts cleaned. Get curtains for the wall of windows to add a feeling of security at night. Get a better lock on the front door or add one, as it seems flimsy. Redo the master bathroom and put in a bathtub or upgrade the bathtub in hall bath. You’ll like it here. It’s extremely private. There are two bedrooms that have the great views. The people next door have dogs but they’re immediately put inside if they bark. I did hear something that sounded like booming one day I was at the pool but maybe it was workers doing something or is hunting birds allowed around there?!?! Never figured out what the noise was. I’ve stayed at many Four Seasons hotels and the view and comfort level of this property match or beat them. I promise: the view is magical, private and it will make you extremely happy inside. Although the price is higher than most rentals, I recommend this property because of the insane view. It’s really all about the view.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

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

Beautiful property

The setting of this property is fantastic. Mike and Karen are responsive and caring hosts. Our stay was all we could have hoped for.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location on the river, a few suggested improvements

This vrbo is situated in a great location on the Caloosahatchee River. The surrounding area in the back yard was beautiful - great sunsets, lots of beautiful birds, very peaceful. The pool & hot tub were great, very well maintained and landscaped. The house itself is quite large, plenty of space for at least 2 couples. The communication with the owner was great, he was very helpful. While there was a lot to enjoy about this property, a little of the execution on our stay was lacking. The outdoor furniture was totally dirty, a combination of both literal dirt as well as stains. It was so dirty the furniture was actually unusable. We laid towels down over the furniture in order to feel comfortable using it. There were only 2 rolls of toilet paper in the entire house for our stay which is not something I would expect to have to deal with. The owner was incredibly nice and showed us all around the property upon arrival. While I appreciate the sentiment, during COVID and really in general we should not need a 20 min walkthrough of the property by the owner. Everything should be clearly laid out in the welcome book and/or self-explanatory. We shared our concerns about the cleanliness with the owner and he genuinely cared and seemed to want to remedy the situation immediately. All great, but for the price being charged I would expect these things to be table stakes. We hope the owner does in fact make these small upgrades it would make the price much more palatable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffani R., Orange County

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

Beautiful family home

Amazing home! So clean, beautiful location ! We extended our stay almost twice . Couldn’t have been happier with the owner and home! Thanks again we will be returning soon .

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B., Jupiter, USA

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

Relaxing Oasis on Water

Exceptional home and perfect for a long weekend with our family. Lots of space, immaculate and kind hosts! House has all the amenities and we had the best time to unwind and take in the beautiful sunsets and sunrises on the water. Peaceful, relaxing oasis and we will definitely be back. Highly recommend. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nathan H.

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

Great spot to unwind.

We had a fantastic stay at Bay of Grace...it was the perfect spot for our family to unwind. Everything about the property is as described, and the photos are an accurate depiction. Mike and Karen were superbly helpful without being overbearing and went above and beyond in a couple of instances to ensure our stay in the area was the best possible. Would book again without hesitation!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ray A.

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

Great, relaxing stay

Great property and the pool was much bigger than I expected. Family stay was very relaxing and a lot of fun. Wonderful property.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Liz A.

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

Great property , amazing backyard oasis, secluded and peaceful

Overall a great property, lots of room, open concept, many amenities and extra supplies that were great to have available. Backyard made the trip.. spent time in the pool, and kayaking and paddle boarding while we were there.. mosquitos are an issue that come w the territory as are spiders so be aware.. but besides that, couldn’t have asked for a better ambiance to get away with the family in a safe way and forget about the world for a while..
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Luis P.

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

Amazing Property!!

Great relaxing short family Vacation, Mike took the time to meet us at our arrival to show us home amenities. House is spotless, beds are extremely comfortable, kitchen is completely stocked, house is really perfect!! Great Job Mike. Thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

About the host

Hosted by Mike Peterson

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Mike and I have been gathering together every year for the past 30 years with his family in MN. We started renting the lower level of our personal residence in Fort Myers starting in 2016. We loved meeting new people from around the world. Now, our vision is to purchase large homes and make them available so families can come together for resting, relaxing, and reconnecting with one another. We enjoy meeting new people and sharing our homes. We have three adult children and seven grandchildren. We have lived in Fort Myers since 1999. Please ask us how we can craft a family vacation for you.

Why they chose this property

We chose this property as it has a great pool system and docks which make it attractive to vacationers, boaters, and possible longer-term rentals. The house is directly on the river and views of the river and sunrise and sunset are spectacular. We love the river and the proximity to the airport and shopping/restaurants.

What makes this property unique

Bay of Grace is a boater's paradise. There are two docks jutting off the seawall for docking boats or other watercraft. It is in a protected bay off the Caloosahatchee River. There is also a great pool system with a wading pool for the little ones, A hot tub for the adults, and a pool for everyone. There are three bedrooms and two bathrooms in this one-story home with a high vaulted ceiling. There are 3 beds in the master bedroom which will sleep 4 and each of the other 2 bedrooms sleep 2 each for a total of 8 people. We provide a 2-person kayak, paddleboard, fishing poles, adult and children's board games, beach equipment, children's toys and equipment, smart TV and a fully stocked kitchen.

Early morning is the best time to see dolphins, manatees, shark, and tarpon. Bring your boat and dock it in the tranquil bay. There is a public boat ramp nearby and space to park your vehicle and trailer in the driveway.

There are two docks for boats and other watercraft. Bring your boat or rent one nearby. There is also a great pool system with a wading pool for young children, a hot tub, and a large swimming pool. The depth off the end of the dock is 4FT at normal low tide and the depth at the seawall is 3FT at normal low tide.

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