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Gulf getaway! Boat dock, HEATED saltwater pool

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A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a large window with a view. - Gulf getaway! Boat dock, HEATED saltwater pool (Saint James City)
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A two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a barbecue area. - Gulf getaway! Boat dock, HEATED saltwater pool (Saint James City)
A spacious living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area with chairs. - Gulf getaway! Boat dock, HEATED saltwater pool (Saint James City)
Experience the tranquil canal-side surroundings of @TheGulfGetaway, an incredible home built for creating memories. Located in a quiet neighborhood, this spacious three-bedroom retreat features a heated saltwater pool and patio area perfect for grilling and soaking up the sun.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Gulf getaway! Boat dock, HEATED saltwater pool

  • Welcome to @TheGulfGetaway an incredible canal-side home built to make memories. You'll enjoy the comfort of a fully equipped home and many outdoor activities. House is within walking distance from bars & restaurants and has quick access to the Gulf of Mexico & nearby islands of Sanibel, Captiva & Cayo Costa by boat.
    Centered in a quiet familial neighborhood, the location of the home makes it easy to get around.
    1 hr from Ft Myers Airport
    The space
    Spacious three bedroom two bath home. Large kitchen and an 8-seat dining room set. Heated salt water pool and patio area to enjoy the sun, along with a gas BBQ for grilling.
    Guest access
    You will have access to the entire home, patio, and backyard with a pool. The home also includes a boat dock. Boat lift for up to 23' boats. We provide rods for bigger boats

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No parties allowed

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Saint James City, this holiday home is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Bowman's Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Key West Express. Tropical Breeze Fun Park and Sun Splash Water Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Saint James City travel guide
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Saint James City, FL

What's nearby

  • Two children playing in a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees.
    Sun Splash Water Park
    38 min drive - 34.3 km
  • Phillips Community Park
    16 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Museum of the Islands
    16 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens
    20 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Matlacha Bridge
    22 min drive - 22.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Jerry's Foods
    67 min drive
  • Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille
    70 min drive
  • Bimini Bait Shack
    57 min drive
  • Phuzzy’s Boat Shack
    18 min walk
  • Turtles Tiki Bar
    68 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulf getaway! Boat dock, HEATED saltwater pool have a pool?

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

Is Gulf getaway! Boat dock, HEATED saltwater pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Gulf getaway! Boat dock, HEATED saltwater pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gulf getaway! Boat dock, HEATED saltwater pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf getaway! Boat dock, HEATED saltwater pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gulf getaway! Boat dock, HEATED saltwater pool located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Phillips Community Park, Museum of the Islands and Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens. Matlacha Bridge and Griffen American Center for Haitian Art are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Gulf getaway! Boat dock, HEATED saltwater pool Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was pet friendly. Our dog loved her stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

daniel d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our first time using VRBO. We were overly impressed with the home and accommodations. We were able to view Manatees under our dock and catch dinner too. The kids and my wife really enjoyed the pool. Absolutely without question our best vacation to date.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jodee S.

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

Great stay

The house was lovely and well appointed. We had everything we need to relax and enjoy - even great weather!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

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

Loved it!

This place worked out great for both of our families and dog. Great location in a quiet neighborhood. Enjoyed the local dining and had fun kayaking.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

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

Perfect

Second time staying here and loved it even more. Perfect for my family of 6 and perfect access out to the fishing grounds. Can’t wait till next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

Quick Work Trip

Property was well represented. Very clean. Excellent host. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

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

Great Stay-cation

We had such a wonderful visit to St James. We went by boat from Port Charlotte and the location was ideal! The house was well equipped and spacious and the heated pool was wonderful after each day of fishing. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bob P.

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

As advertised and then some

This property is exactly as listed! Clean, gorgeous, right on the canal, and a fabulous pool! Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

julio v.

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

Perfet gem

Very comfortable house in great boat dock and lift
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane L.

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

Great house

The house is exactly the way it was described. It is a great home and the pool was awesome. The area is pretty quiet, so not a great destination for night life!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fernando G.

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

Family On water Vacation

Perfect house for family escape with grand kids. Dock is perfect for boat and fishing. Pool is excellent. The house is perfect and very well kept. St. James town is sleepy yet very fun. Definetely will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fabulous

What a wonderful anniversary weekend with family. Beautiful inside and out. They have everything you need. Pool was always the perfect temp. Peaceful and relaxing. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Beautiful Canal Home

My family of 5 stayed for a week. We rented a boat and used the lift, which was convenient. The house is in a great location for being on the open water and close to restaurants in St James, in a quiet neighborhood, VERY clean and had every amenity we needed. My teenagers swam in the pool and said it was very warm (which is nice in February). The owner was very responsive to all of my questions. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom E.

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

Beautiful House

Very clean and nicely furnished. Towels, sheets, pillows, and mattresses were all top notch. The dock has spring lines for easy tie up, or you can use the lift. Quick access to the sound and the gulf. The only suggestion we would make is that it would be nice to have a toaster in the kitchen.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

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

Absolutely PERFECT!

We absolutely loved this house! From the moment we walked in we were impressed by the cleanliness, the fresh updated appearance, all of the amenities and the great location & view. The pool, dock, boat lift, and canal access were all better than advertised. We will 100% be returning next year (maybe sooner!) I should also mention that the host, Maria, was very hospitable and easy to work with, we can’t thank her enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alice S.

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

Beautiful Canal home

The home was clean and exactly as described. The pool and dock area is lovely. We rented a boat and thoroughly enjoyed the inter coastal. Maria was communicative about check-in, check-out and recs. We highly recommend. It wasn’t lost on us that Hurricane Ian had damaged a lot of Saint James but this house is in perfect shape and everyone else has made tremendous progress. Definitely felt good to support the local community.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Buffy A.

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

Perfect staycation

We are Florida residents and wanted a waterfront home with dockage for a long weekend staycation and could not have been happier! My mother and sister along with myself and my daughter stayed here for three nights and wish we could’ve extended it! The boat lift was such a great bonus and very short idle out to the gulf. Maria was so easy to deal with, answered all of my questions before our stay and even a couple small questions during our stay. The view was fantastic, and the upper deck was a perfect place just to sit and watch the boats go by in the morning with a roll down shade to block the sun in the late afternoon.. The heated saltwater pool was great! So refreshing after a day on the boat. We will for sure be back to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ronald D.

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White Decorhroom

Suburban & seasonal middle-class neighborhood with little to no natural area for birding, sparsely planted, and no public access to shore. Well-equipped, roomy house, except no bread toaster and scarcity of kitchen and hand-bathroom towels. Bidet does not work. Overall, a very nice house. Very nice heated pool and dock on canal.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

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

Perfect Boat Trip

From the minute we walked in the door, we knew this was the perfect location for our party of 5. College and high school kids spring breaks all aligned this year and we took full advantage! We brought our boat and enjoyed the ease of getting to the open water quickly. Day trips to Cabbage Key, Boca Grande and Captiva ended with gorgeous sunsets by the pool. The kitchen was well stocked and the house was super clean! Thanks to Maria for her quick responses to any questions we had during our stay (which were few and far between!). The girls loved walking to the coffee truck in town each morning while I enjoyed my coffee from the upper deck watching the beautiful eagle go from house to house. A much needed getaway for us. We will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MK S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. We loved our stay. Sweet little town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Javier G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, clean and good communication with host. Everything was excellent except for the weather. Hopefully next time Mother Nature is better to us.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Met all expectations
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house! We had a fabulous weekend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025