Our home isn't designed to be a luxury hotel; it has 4 bedrooms (1 king-size, 3 queen-size) and two bathrooms. Three rooms have laminate floors; the master bedroom has bamboo flooring, and the kitchen, bathrooms, and living room are tiled. The cozy living room flows into the kitchen. There is a large dining table, and directly across from the kitchen is a small breakfast nook with a round table, four chairs, and a wonderful view. That’s where we usually sat for dinner outdoors, enjoying the view of the pool and the canal. The living room also features a 58-inch TV with all connectivity options. Internet access via cable or Wi-Fi is available. The pool is designed with a shallow-to-deep slope (1.85 m). This way, even non-swimmers can enjoy the water under supervision. All five of our children learned to swim here. The pool is equipped with solar heating and is turned on in time before your arrival. There is no boat access to the canal.


Beaches: In Cape Coral, there is a sandy beach, about 8 kilometers or a 10-minute drive away; Fort Myers Beach, across the bridges, is about 20 kilometers or a 20-minute drive away; Captiva Beach is fantastic for sunsets, etc.—about 40 kilometers away, roughly an hour’s drive, with wonderful views; be sure to bring plenty of sunscreen.

Shopping: Everything your heart desires is right here, whether it’s the Harley store in Fort Myers, the nearby Wal-Mart (open 24 hours), the outdoor market in Fort Myers, and so on.

Food: There’s something for every woman’s taste. I’d definitely recommend a visit to Rib City in Cape Coral—the ribs are so tender....