Villa Caladore in Fort Myers (), Florida

Villa Caladore in Fort Myers combines classic Old Florida character with an unusually spacious waterfront setting and excellent boating access. Located on a wide canal just a few homes from the Caloosahatchee River, this Fort Myers vacation rental puts you less than five minutes by boat from the river, with no bridges along the way. A private dock and your own boat ramp right on the property make this waterfront vacation home especially appealing to guests who want to experience Southwest Florida from the water.

The villa offers approximately 1,922 square feet of living space with four bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and accommodations for up to eight guests. Outside, the property opens into one of its defining features: an expansive 2,579-square-foot pool and patio area surrounded by palms, with plenty of room to enjoy the pool, spa, waterfront and Florida sunshine.

The open living area features high ceilings, large sliding doors and views toward the water. Bright interiors, wood flooring and comfortable furnishings create a relaxed atmosphere that fits the home's Old Florida setting. The generous living spaces provide plenty of room to spend time together after a day by the pool or out on the waterways.

There are six TVs throughout the home, including a TV in every bedroom. Cable TV is also available.

The open kitchen connects naturally with the main living area and includes a central cooking island. It is a practical setup for preparing meals while still being part of the conversation. Multiple dining spaces provide room for shared breakfasts, dinners and relaxed evenings, while the large windows and doors bring plenty of natural light into the home.

The outdoor area is a major highlight of Villa Caladore. Unlike many Florida vacation homes, the pool and patio are not enclosed by a screen cage, creating an open-air setting beneath the palms and Florida sky. The chlorine pool can be electrically heated, and an integrated spa can also be heated electrically.

Eight sun loungers are arranged around the pool area, giving everyone space to settle in for a quiet morning in the sun or an easy afternoon by the water. With approximately 2,579 square feet of patio and pool deck, the outdoor space feels exceptionally open even when the home is occupied by several guests.

A roofed gazebo shelters an outdoor dining table with eight chairs, and a ceiling fan adds extra comfort while dining outside. A gas grill is available for casual BBQ dinners.

As evening approaches, the fire pit on the pool deck offers another place to gather, with four chairs positioned around it. The outdoor area also includes a wide wooden swing for two and a small basketball hoop near the pool. Because of the size and open layout of the patio, guests can enjoy views of both sunrise and sunset from different parts of the property.

Boaters will find a particularly convenient setup at this Fort Myers waterfront vacation home with gulf access. The Caloosahatchee River can be reached in less than five minutes by boat, and there are no bridges along the route. From the river, boaters have access toward the Gulf of America / Gulf of Mexico.

The property includes a private dock with a Captain's Walk as well as its own boat ramp. Water, electricity and dock lighting are available. There is no guest boat lift. For guests using a suitable boat during their stay, the ability to head directly from the backyard onto the waterways is one of Villa Caladore's strongest features.

The waterfront setting can also be appreciated from the home itself, with views toward the Caloosahatchee River available from the upper level.

• 4 bedrooms accommodating up to 8 guests
• 1 bedroom with a king-size bed
• 3 bedrooms with queen-size beds
• 3.5 bathrooms
• TV in every bedroom

The bedroom layout gives families, couples and friends enough personal space while still making it easy to enjoy the home's generous common areas together.

• Electrically heated pool
• Integrated electrically heated spa
• Open-air pool area without a screen cage
• Approximately 2,579 sq ft of pool and patio space
• 8 sun loungers
• Covered outdoor dining area with table and 8 chairs
• Gas grill
• Fire pit with 4 chairs
• Wooden swing for 2
• Small basketball hoop near the pool
• Outdoor lighting
• 2-car garage
• 6 TVs and cable television
• Golf available in the surrounding area

Please note that due to the property's immediate proximity to open water and the stairs leading up to the home, Villa Caladore is not suitable for young children. The pool area is also not enclosed by a screen cage. Parents and accompanying adults should carefully consider these conditions before booking.

• Maximum occupancy: 8 guests
• Minimum stay: 7 nights
• No pets allowed
• Security deposit: 500
• Cleaning fee: 300
• Electricity is charged separately against the security deposit

Villa Caladore is well suited to guests who value generous outdoor space and want to experience Fort Myers from both land and water. Start the morning beside the canal, spend the afternoon around the open pool and spa, then be on the Caloosahatchee River within minutes by boat – this waterfront setting defines the vacation experience here.