Minutes from Tarpon Point Marina, Cape Harbor and downtown Cape Coral, this property offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. With a completely open pool and large yard to unwind in, guests can also enjoy exploring SWFL with bicycles provided - just a 1-minute walk from Rotary Park.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bathroomsSleeps 6160 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
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
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
Up to 9 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Heated pool
Kayak
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)
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
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Children and extra beds
This property does not 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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 on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Pelican, a neighbourhood in Cape Coral. While the natural beauty of Estero Boulevard Beach and Sanibel Island Southern Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Key West Express.
Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at FastTrax Fort Myers or Lee Health Sports Complex. Visit our Cape Coral travel guide
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is The Playful Pelican pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much is parking at The Playful Pelican?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Playful Pelican?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Playful Pelican?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Playful Pelican located?
Located in Pelican, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Rotary Park Environmental Center and Glover Bight Trail. Tarpon Point is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) away.
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The Playful Pelican 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.
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.
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!
Steve L.
Stayed 19 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mark S.
24 Dec 2023
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jessaca P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rick S.
3 Apr 2024
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.
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!
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!
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!
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.
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.
Casey M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
wittney s.
2 June 2025
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.