Title: Lazy Dolphin Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lazy Dolphin Retreat ## Photo gallery for Lazy Dolphin Retreat ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Lazy Dolphin Retreat (Saint James City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110380000/110371100/110371049/w1199h898x0y0-9118b6ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Lazy Dolphin Retreat (Saint James City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110380000/110371100/110371049/w1440h1916x0y1-ffd3b1ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Lazy Dolphin Retreat (Saint James City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110380000/110371100/110371049/0b703bd4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Lazy Dolphin Retreat (Saint James City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110380000/110371100/110371049/9d94bdb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Lazy Dolphin Retreat (Saint James City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110380000/110371100/110371049/0ebf50da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this waterfront haven in Saint James City, where a spacious living area offers serene views of the water. Watch dolphins play outside while you unwind with a breeze on the generous outdoor space. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Lazy Dolphin Retreat WARNING \*\* This property may cause: calmness, relaxation, mindfulness and happiness! Relax at this unique and peaceful getaway in beautiful Saint James City. Delight in a freshly remodeled home featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a spacious living area with views of the water—a favorite spot for dolphins. This gulf-access waterfront haven boasts a generous outdoor space to savor the breeze and admire the sunset. While a boatlift is not provided, ample room is available to dock your boat. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Saint James City is home to Lazy Dolphin Retreat . Sanibel Island Lighthouse and Sanibel Historical Museum and Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Sun Splash Water Park and Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Dunes Golf and Tennis Club or FastTrax Fort Myers. [Visit our Saint James City travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saint-James-City.dx6355652) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=26.49993,-82.087036&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ssw%60D%7Er_tN%3FQ%3FQ%3FO%40S%3FO%40Q%40O%40S%40O%40OBS%40OBOBQBOBQBODOBQDOBODQDODOFODOFODMFOFMFOFOFMFMHOFMHMHKHMHMHMHMHKJKHMJKJKHKJKJIJKJILKJIJILIJILGLIJGLILGLGLGLGLELGNELGLENELCNELCNELCNANELANCNANCLANANANAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%40N%40LBN%40NBN%40LDN%40LBNDNBLDLDNBLDNFLDLFLDLFLFLFLFLHLFJHLFJHLHJHLHJJJHJJJHJJJLHHJJHLJJHJHLHLJLFLHJHLFLHNFLFLFNFNFLFNFLDNFNDNDNDNDPDNBNDPBNBNBPBNBPBN%40NBR%40N%40N%40R%40N%40P%40N%3FR%3FN%3FP%40PAN%3FP%3FP%3FPANAPAPAPANAPCPANCNCPCNCPCNCNEPCNEPENENENENGNENGLGNGNGLGNGLGLINGLILILGJKLILILIJKJILKJIJKJKJKHKJKJKHMHKHMHKHMFKHMFMHMFMFMFMFMDMFMDOFMDOBMDMDODOBMBOBMBO%40OBO%40MBO%40O%40O%40O%40M%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAO%3FOAOAOAMAOCOAOCMAOCOCMCOCMEOEMCOEMEMGOEMGMEMGMGMGMGMIKGMIMGKIMIKIKIMIKKKKKIKKIKKKKKIMKKIKIMIMIMIKIMIMGMIOGMGMGOGMGOGOEMGOEOGOEOEOEOCQEOCQEOCOCQCOCQCOAOCQAQAOAQAQAQ%3FOAQ%3FQ%3FQ%3FO&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QXdxo1LZ2cEu9rq5JUPpJnq3YyU=) Saint James City, FL ### What's nearby - Phillips Community Park 15 min drive \- 9.4 miles - Museum of the Islands 15 min drive \- 9.6 miles - Koucky Gardens & Gallery 19 min drive \- 12.2 miles - Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens 19 min drive \- 12.9 miles - Matlacha Bridge 20 min drive \- 13.3 miles ### Getting around - Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) 72 min drive ### Restaurants - Jerry's Foods 67 min drive - Phuzzy’s Boat Shack 4 min drive - Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille 70 min drive - Low Key Tiki 4 min drive - Froggys 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lazy Dolphin Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Lazy Dolphin Retreat ? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lazy Dolphin Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Johannah H. 16 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### MsBAG Very nice place. Everything was new. Landlady was very accommodating. ##### Johannah H. 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