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A swimming pool with clear blue water, a dock, and a gas canister on the right.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a dining table with chairs, and a window with blinds.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.
A waterfront patio with a round table and chairs, a lamp post, and a dock extending into the water.
A hallway leading to a living area with a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bathroomsSleeps 61720 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Cape Coral, FL
  • Place, Britannia Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rotary Park Environmental Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tarpon Point
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cape Coral

Located in Pelican within a 5-minute walk of Rotary Park Environmental Center, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Tarpon Point. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Britannia Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rotary Park Environmental Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Thunderbird Lake - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Glover Bight Trail - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Tarpon Point - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Duffy's Sports Grill - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Playful Pelican

Playful Pelican. Ideally located 3 bedroom, 2 Bathroom pool house w. direct access canal in SW Cape Coral. Close to everything - fast river/gulf access, great parks and riding trails and near best dining in Cape Coral. Pool is without screen enclosure, so your view of the canal is unobstructed! We keep the pool at 85 degrees, but can heat it more if you help us with the electric bill. Bring your boat if you like - ample space to put (trailer parking is available).

The house has an open floor plan, so there is a good amount of space in the living room that opens to the pool and canal. The master bedroom is on one side of the house and the guest bedrooms are on the other side.
Note: we have high speed internet, but no cable. Guests will need to use their own login to access Netflix, Amazon, Hulu and other streaming services. We do have an antenna for some local channels in the living room.

Guests can use the entire home, except the garage. We are using it as storage. We will keep it locked from the garage. It is unlikely that we will need to access the garage during your stay, but it is possible. If so, we will provide notice that we need to enter and will let you know when we are gone.

We love happy guests, so let us know if anything needs to be changed/updated/added. For non urgent requests/comments, email communication is preferred. We will provide our phone numbers in the guest packet for any urgent requests.
No glass in pool area
Garage is used as storage for owners - it is not available to guests
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a desk.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,720 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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 glass in pool area Garage is used as storage for owners - it is not available to guests

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children
  • Note from host: Pool is open - PLEASE watch your children

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

477617

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Pelican within a short 3-minute walk of Rotary Park Environmental Center. You'll also find Cape Coral Yacht Club Beach and Tarpon Point within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Playful Pelican?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Playful Pelican?

This waterfront vacation home offers many amenities for couples such as a private pool, a private pool in some house, as well as an outdoor pool.

Does The Playful Pelican have a hot tub?

No, but this vacation home does have a heated pool.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does The Playful Pelican have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW), which is 25.9 mi away (36 minutes by car). Another top airport is Punta Gorda Airport (PGD), which is around 25.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Playful Pelican?

Yes, every house at The Playful Pelican comes with a patio and some offer water views.

The Playful Pelican Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheila D.

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

Great place

Wonderful stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judith P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean property. Pool was excellent. Communication was excellent.
Stayed 19 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was perfection! Playful Pelican had everything we needed and then some! The home was spotless and the property was beautiful,quiet and great location as well!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an ideal property for a girlfriend get away. It was roomy, clean, very comfortable beds, and the pool was such a bonus! The hosts are so easy to work with and will take care of any issues immediately should they come up. Amenities, restaurants, outdoor activities, and plenty of Florida sunshine are abundant in this lovely town.I highly recommend the Playful Pelican and would definitely love to go back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was lovely. Quite area. Pool was nice. We tried something new this time not staying on the beach and the canal was great! We even saw a dolphin!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time at the Playful Pelican. The house had everything we expected and more! I highly recommend staying here if you have the chance.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tara A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home! It was very clean and well stocked with everything we needed. Perfect accommodations for myself and husband, teenagers and in-laws. The boat dock made it easy to bring our boat and head out for a quick cruise any time of day. The pool was heated to a perfectly comfy temperature for a winter trip. The homeowner was very responsive and thoughtful in assuring we had a pleasant stay. I highly recommend the Playful Pelican.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Perfect and Restful!

This home is beautiful, clean, and restful from the moment you step inside the door! There is a lot of natural light, and the view is beautiful over the canal and pool in the back yard. It is spacious, and the beds are comfortable. The owner is very quick to respond if there are any questions, and checkout procedure is very simple. We really enjoyed our stay, and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

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

Great Stay!

We had a great time at the Playful Pelican. The kitchen is well-stocked and made cooking for Thanksgiving easy. There were a few blown lightbulbs that need to be replaced, and there didn’t seem to be a way to turn on the pool light. Other than this few inconveniences, our stay was fabulous.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

What a great vacation house

We loved this house and the neighborhood. Very close to walking trails, playground for the kids. We took a family hike and had a great time. There is a butterfly sanctuary close as well as a Rose Garden. Unfortunately the weather didn’t cooperate for the pool but beautiful pool and very clean. What a great place if you are looking for something relaxing with lots of things close by if you’re interested.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

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

Relaxing Vacation

Playful Pelican is in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to all the amenities SW Florida has to offer. We appreciated the simple traffic near us, the abundance of walking paths, the heated pool, and the restaurants nearby (not walking distance by close car rides). Corey responded within minutes to any texts we sent and was very accomodating with any requests. I would highly recommend Playful Pelican!
Stayed 19 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dianna O.

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

A great week

To start the weather was fabulous which led us into the pool w/out the heater. The solar cover did the job. We had easy access to all the major highways which led us to visit Naples & Marco Island. There are great waterfront restaurants in the area also.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Casey M.

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

All the amenities and then some….

The owner was very accommodating and let us check in earlier than the normal check-in time. The house is beautiful and very clean. It had a fully stocked kitchen and had extras like pool towels, beach towels, and pool noodles/floats and life jackets for the kids. The neighborhood is amazing and the neighbors were really friendly and even cheering on the kids for catching fish in the canal (in the backyard of the house). This house has something for everyone. The guys loved fishing out in the backyard and us ladies loved the in ground pool.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessaca P.

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

Perfect Getaway

This property is more than it says. It’s beautiful, up to date, everything inside and out is perfect. The house was very clean, had everything we needed. The pool was perfect! We saw two dolphins swim by, and we were able to catch several fish. The teens were able to enjoy the kayaks which aren’t stated, nice surprise for us. We are considering this exact house yearly. It’s very peaceful and exactly what we were looking for. We can’t say enough good about the house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

theresa k.

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

FL

We had a nice stay but I didn’t like the cameras by the pool and we got bit up real bad from the noseeums. We used spray and yard guard. Not sure what else we could have done to prevent it. Overall very nice house and very clean. Which i appreciate.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

wittney s.

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

Not as advertised but still beautiful

The house itself was nice inside. Nothing above average. The house stays pretty cool. The pool isn't protected from sun or bugs so that was a big big disappointment. Owner also advertised as having boats and bikes available which were however at an extra cost that wasn't listed on the original ad. Had I not quickly picked last moment i definitely wouldve chosen something else but I guess it wasn't terrible.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

Don't look any further, this is the home you want to reserve...

This home was perfect for our family. The house was very clean and included many extra amenities. Plenty of space with a great patio, deck area and pool. It’s in a great location with easy access to shopping and plenty of restaurants. The hosts are great and had great communication. We won’t consider staying anywhere else when we visit in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rose G.

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

All the comforts of home

The house was great! The house had everything to be very comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked with everything you could possibly need. Paper products, bath tissue and several spices were a pleasant welcome. The pool was great as was the location. The home had great walking paths, parks and shopping within a very short distance. We totally enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024