Browse beautiful homes on the edge of Cape Coral's canals
Beautiful Cape Coral is a fantastic destination to choose for one of our beautiful Florida Gulf Coast vacation rentals. The area is famous for its hundreds of miles of man-made waterways, canals and stunning waterfront homes, all of which feed out into the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. Here, you will also find plenty of family attractions, world-class golf, and beautiful coastal scenery within easy access of a car or boat.
We have over 300 incredible vacation rentals in Cape Coral; luxurious homes for family trips and groups of up to 22 people. Amenities include private netted pools, games rooms, themed bedrooms, docks with boat hire options and pet-friendly features, making our Cape Coral Florida vacation rentals some truly special places to stay.
Cape Coral is located on the Gulf Coast of Florida, close to Fort Myers and above North Naples. Its prime position means easy access to incredible coastline, as well as a three hour journey time to the famous city of Orlando.
Cape Coral is 128 miles away from Tampa. You can drive from one to the other in around 2 hours via the I-75 S road.
There are several beautiful beaches close to Cape Coral, with our favorites including Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel, and Captiva, all of which are accessible by car, or if you are really taking advantage of your vacation, by boat too.
The Southwest Florida International Airport is the closest airport to Cape Coral, at just over 12 miles away.
As one of Florida’s most abundant species, there are alligators living in Cape Coral canals. They live in the area all year round and generally coexist peacefully with the city’s human inhabitants. For tips on how to safely observe Florida’s wild alligators, take a look at our guide.
We recommend choosing a vacation property in the area known as "South West Cape Coral". The homes here line a stretch of water known as the Spreader Canal, which offers easy access out to the Gulf of Mexico, and is therefore the prime location for boating enthusiasts in particular. You will also benefit from wonderful views of the waterways, expansive, airy homes, unmatched sunsets, and quick access to Cape Coral's main dining and entertainment area, which is in the local vicinity.
We also recommend staying in El Dorado Parkway, Cape Coral, one of the area's first streets that also offers unrivalled access to the water, as well as a prime location to pay a visit to (and get through nice and quickly) the historical Chiquita Lock in Cape Coral.
Attraction | Distance from Cape Coral | Approximate driving time |
Everglades National Park | 83 miles | 1 hour 25 minutes |
Naples | 43 miles | 55 minutes |
Disney World | 190 miles | 3 hours |
Legoland | 117 miles | 2 hours 30 minutes |
Sanibel Island | 18 miles | 30 minutes |
Miami | 153 miles | 2 hours 20 minutes |
Venice Beach | 68 miles | 1 hour 20 minutes |
Cape Coral is a relaxing destination, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t plenty of attractions and must-see sights in the city. It is a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts, and with over 400 miles of canals running through Cape Coral (the most canals of any city in the world), it comes as no surprise that activities like kayaking, canoeing, and boating are some of the most popular in the area. Cape Coral also has a plethora of family attractions, including the popular Sun Splash Water Park and the Tom Allen Memorial Butterfly Garden. Keen golfers will want to play a round or two at one of the many courses in and around Cape Coral, and beachgoers are also well catered for, with irresistible white sandy beaches lining the coast around the city.
Due to its reputation as a vacation hotspot, Cape Coral has got a fantastic selection of restaurants catering to all tastes and styles. Unsurprisingly, seafood features on many menus in the city, and given Cape Coral’s coastal position, the fish on offer is about as fresh as you’ll find anywhere. Lobster Lady and Fathoms Restaurant are popular local spots for great seafood. Alternatively, you can take your tastebuds on a vacation of their own at the many eateries in Cape Coral serving up authentic international flavors. Fans of Asian cuisine should make a stop at Ginger Bistro, while eclectic Cajun fare is on offer at Slates.
Furthermore, if you're out on a boating adventure and hoping to grab a bite to eat somewhere, consider heading to Rumrunners. This restaurant is the first you will see as you enter Cape Coral via the waterways, with a dock available so you can keep your boat anchored safely, as well as a station to refuel the watercraft once you're done refueling yourself!
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Many of these Gulf Coast Florida vacation rentals line Cape Coral's famous canals and water ways. You might think there's no better way to experience the stunning scenery than with a stay in a waterside property, where you simply need to glance out of your window to enjoy a view of the sparkling water, or walk only steps from your property to enjoy the cool breeze rolling off the surface… but there is. We also have plenty of Cape Coral vacation rentals with a boat included or available to hire, so you can enjoy the water - and your vacation - to its absolute maximum.
For long, lazy days in the Floridian sunshine, you won’t find a better place to stay than in our Cape Coral villas with private pools. These stunning homes boast luxurious outdoor spaces where relaxation is compulsory. Large, cool, private swimming pools covered by mosquito netting, are the perfect places for the whole family to enjoy some quality vacation time together. With sun loungers and alfresco dining areas around the pools, you’ll probably find yourself spending the majority of your vacation gathered around these fantastic focal features of our Cape Coral vacation rentals.
Prepare for happy wagging tails, because many of our incredible Cape Coral vacation rentals are pet-friendly. The city is a wonderful place for a trip with your four-legged friend, and our beautiful villas are perfectly located for exploring the walks, trails and parks that Cape Coral has to offer. The homes themselves have all of the amenities that you could wish for, including private screened pools, waterfront views, and games rooms. So, there’s no need to worry about leaving your family member behind - they can come too!