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Welcome
Chances are you are reading this because you too have become enchanted by the pristine beauty and lifestyle quality of Southwest Florida. Nothing compares to the lush tropical landscapes, white sand beaches, and Gulf breezes that meander through the streets and sidewalks, day after sunny day. It is known as the “Golf Capital of the World”, although that does not provide proper credit to the many other outdoor and recreational activities that are found in the area. Cultural opportunities are numerous, health care is superb, and educational facilities culminate in multiple higher degree institutions, including a highly respected state university. Quite simply, southwest Florida is a great place to live. Soon after you visit, the lifestyle implores you to stay as it has for many that now call Southwest Florida their home.
Our Focus Relationships with customers, corporate family, and communities are the cornerstone of our existence. For our customers, we fulfill dreams with legendary service, integrity, and unmatched expertise. For our corporate family, we promote an environment for success, where teamwork and personal support attract accomplished professionals. For our communities, we commit our corporate and personal resources to enhance as many lives as possible. With pride in our history and commitment to the future, John R. Wood Realtors® will continue as a locally owned enterprise, focused on Southwest Florida’s finest real estate.
Left to Right, John R. Wood, Founder and Chairman, Phil Wood, President and Chief Executive Officer, Dottie Babcock, Chief Operating Officer
John R. Wood Starting as an attorney and migrating to real estate, John Wood has nearly six decades of service to the perfection of the business, betterment of the community, and volunteer leadership to the Realtor organizations, including his position as President of National Association of Realtors, with over one million members. His leadership has taken the company to a position of high respect within Florida and across the United States as an organization that truly exemplifies dedication to excellence. His extensive involvement in local civic and charitable organizations has earned him prestigious honors such as the Junior Achievement Hall of Fame Laureate and a place among Naples’ business elite.
John R. Wood Realtors As the oldest real estate firm in Southwest Florida, John R. Wood Realtors can help you make Southwest Florida your permanent residence or your home away from home. The agents are knowledgeable, experienced, and will guide you through the home search process for a smooth transaction. The professionals at the Wood firm have led to it being the market leader, #1 in sales in Southwest Florida.
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Come bask in all that Southwest Florida has to offer
Miles and miles of …
Beaches It is no secret that people flock to Southwest Florida for its inviting year-round temperatures. The pristine beaches are what gave the area its nickname of Paradise! The soft white sand and clear blue water are what create tropical dreams. From Fort Myers to Marco Island, you’ll find vegetation and wildlife near the water that few places in the United States can offer. On the following pages are a few of our favorite beach getaways.
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Clam Pass Clam Pass is a 35-acre county park of coastal habitat that provides beach access via a three-quarter of a mile boardwalk, with a tram. If you’re looking to get away from it all, Clam Pass is located at Seagate Drive and Crayton Road. Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park One of the most popular seashore destinations in Naples, this park’s mile-long stretch of white sugar sand has been rated as one of the best beaches in the nation. The beach is popular for sunbathing, swimming, beachcombing, snorkeling, and picnicking. Fishing at the beach along Wiggins Pass, where swimming is not allowed, is another popular activity. For saltwater or freshwater fishing, boaters can launch their vessels into Water Turkey Bay and travel to the Gulf or up the Cocohatchee River. Kayakers can enjoy paddling through estuaries; scuba divers can explore the hard bottom reef in the Gulf. At the north end of the island, a tower gives visitors a bird’s-eye view of Wiggins Pass and the surrounding coastal habitat. NOTE: To avoid overcrowding during the busy winter season, the park closes its gates when it reaches maximum capacity. Located in North Naples five miles west of I - 75-exit 111. Keewaydin Island This gorgeous island has no vehicle traffic and is only accessible by boat. It is a favorite for boaters and fishermen on the weekends. Drop your anchor and enjoy the fun, and don’t be surprised if you see an iguana on the shore!
Collier County Beaches Naples and Maro Island
Collier County’s long stretches of white sand beaches ranked among the top five beaches in Florida in 2010 by the Travel Channel. That is not surprising considering there’s much about the unspoiled coastline to enjoy including soft sand, a fishing pier, and wildlife sightings. Even better, many streets end at the beach.
Lowdermilk Park Located in Coquina Sands, this lovely public park has plenty of parking, metered or free with county beach sticker. It’s a great place for a family picnic whether on the beach or under a pavilion. You’ll even find a sand volleyball court, restrooms, and concessions nearby. Marco Island Beach The four-mile sun-soaked beach on Marco Island stretches from South Marco Beach to Tigertail Beach. It is one of the most breathtaking beaches in all of Southwest Florida. Warm temperatures make Marco Island an ideal place to spot dolphins, manatees, and an assortment of colorful oceanic wildlife. Naples Municipal Beach Just down the street from historical downtown Old Naples, almost every road leads to the beach. This three-mile stretch of tropical white sand beach draws visitors and residents alike. Naples Fishing Pier offers perfect sunset vistas just about every evening. The Pier juts out 1,000 feet into the Gulf, and it is a very popular place for fishermen and onlookers. The Pier is located on the west end of 12th Avenue South, and there you will find a snack bar, restrooms, and outdoor showers. No fishing license is required when fishing from the Naples Pier. Parking is metered, free with any county beach sticker. Tigertail Beach Tigertail Beach, located on Hernando Drive in Marco Island, is 31 acres of natural beauty and white sand beach. Tigertail Beach is a sandbar from yesteryear, but today it is called Sand Dollar Island because it is a barrier island that is in the process of forming. Public parking and restrooms are available. Vanderbilt Beach Bird watching and shelling are always popular at this five-acre Vanderbilt Beach Park. Besides its wonderful white sand beach, hotels, shopping, and restaurants are close by.
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Lee County Beaches
Fort Myers, Bonita Springs and Estero ... span 50 miles from Gasparilla Island State Recreation Area to Bonita Beach Road, and with 18 miles of public parks on the beachfront, there are over 100 beach accesses!
Barefoot Beach State Preserve On the south end of Little Hickory Island, one will find the natural surroundings of a state preserve. Tours are available as well as guided canoe trips to learn about the various wildlife species in the area. Barefoot Beach is located between Bonita Beach and Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park, and the entrance is at Lely Beach Boulevard. Bonita Beach Park Located in the luxurious Bonita area, this five-acre white sand beach park is easily accessible and only 20 feet off Bonita Beach Road and Lely Barefoot Boulevard. Public restrooms, showers, and concessions are available.
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Lover’s Key State Park Lover’s Key State Park is more than 700 acres and can be accessed between Estero and Bonita Beach. Along with its gorgeous beach, this beautiful state park showcases land, marine ecosystems, and wetlands. Fort Myers Beach Fort Myers Beach on Estero Island is very popular with the young and old. Right on the beach you will find parasailing, jet-ski, and even paddle boat rentals. The beach is perfect for sun bathing, and many island shops and restaurants are located along the boardwalk. Fishermen and sunset watchers will truly enjoy the Fort Myers Beach Pier, and its famous Times Square with quaint little shops. Dog Beach Dog Beach in Bonita Springs is one of the only “pets permitted” public beaches. Bonita Beach does not permit pets. Dog Beach is also known as the “Lee County Off-Leash Dog Area.” It is located north of Bonita Beach Road where it curves north and becomes Hickory Blvd. It is physically located just north of the New Pass bridge and just before Carl Johnson boat ramp and Lover’s Key state park. It’s only a few miles south of Fort Myers Beach and provides parking, plastic bags and dog waste disposal stations.
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Sanibel Island & Captiva Island Beaches The island beaches offer more than just a place to soak up the sun. Because of their east-west orientation, the islands are a haven for undisturbed shells and the water’s current is perfect for adventuresome windsurfers. Of course there’s always time for a picnic.
Sanibel Beach Sanibel Beach is located on one of the most unique barrier islands in the world. For those who like to go shelling, Sanibel and Captiva beaches are the place to be. Restrooms are located at most public beach accesses and some have picnic tables. Sanibel lighthouse The historical Sanibel Lighthouse is located on the eastern tip of the island at Causeway Road and Periwinkle Way. Here, one can fish from the Sanibel Pier or take a nature walk on a winding boardwalk through the native wetlands. Bowman’s Beach Bowman’s Beach located off Sanibel-Captiva Road is a more secluded beach, and amenities include an outdoor shower, public restrooms, picnic tables, and even barbecue grills.
Captiva Beach Captiva Beach is five miles long and located on the north end of Captiva Island. Besides being popular for shelling, many couples enjoy a romantic evening on the beach watching the fabulous sunsets. Causeway Beaches Here beach-goers can pull vehicles right up to the water’s edge and there is no parking fee. The Causeway Beaches are a chain of islands that go from Summerlin Road to Sanibel Island. These beaches are located on both sides of the road and restrooms are available. They’re great for picnicking, fishing, and windsurfing. Warning for swimmers; there can be strong currents, so be sure to watch the little ones. Tarpon Bay Beach Located at the south end of Tarpon Bay Road and West Gulf Drive, parking for this beach is easily accessible for recreational vehicles, and it is only a short walk to the white sandy beach. Turner Beach Turner Beach is great for shelling and fishing, but its swift currents are not for swimmers. This beach is located on the Sanibel/Captiva side of Blind Pass Bridge.
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Golfing Southwest Florida is often referred to as “The Golf Capital of the World.” Next to beach sunsets, there are few places where the natural beauty of Southwest Florida is more prominent than on many of its fine golf courses. Major designers, plus many professional player designers, have left their signatures on area courses, including Pete & P.B. Dye, Robert Trent Jones Sr. & Jr., Robert Van Hagge, Arthur Hills, Tom Fazio, Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Greg Norman, Gary Player, and many more.
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TeeUpFl rida COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION ABOUT GOLFING IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA John R. Wood Realtors’
TeeUpFlorida.com
Southwest Florida offers a mix of public and private golf courses for every level of play.
Golf Glossary Golf Membership
Bundled Golf
Hundreds of golf courses dot the landscape within the greater Naples and Fort Myers areas. The large majority of these are private country clubs, and prices vary for initiation fees and annual dues (see our website, www.TeeUpFlorida.com for pricing and other information). Initiation fees are typically a one-time fee with dues payable on an annual or quarterly basis. They are often partial equity, indicating that the member would receive back part of their investment if they were to discontinue their membership. Most clubs offer some type of social membership, which generally entitles the member to full use of the dining, pool, tennis/recreational facilities, and use of the golf course during May through October by paying greens fees. There may also be limited use of the course during the winter months. A full golf membership generally includes all social membership privileges plus use of the golf course on a year-round basis with no greens fees.
Some residential country club communities feature bundled golf, which means that the home purchaser receives a full golf membership at a nominal initial/yearly fee as part of the purchase price of their home. Purchasers should evaluate the number of members at a potential club, as this will impact lead times in order to obtain tee times. For instance, some of the more prestigious clubs have a very small membership, to the point where tee times are not even required.
For more information on golf course communities, John R. Wood Realtors provides a detailed website dedicated to those properties located exclusively in country club communities. This comprehensive guide provides information on the communities as well as golf course statistics. Please visit TeeUpFlorida.com for more information. Here you will find:
• The perfect course for you • Membership fees & alternatives • Course yardage, slope & rating • Course architects & descriptions • Information for buying in a golf community & non-golf properties
Reciprocal Golf In the “off season” six months of the year, many of the private clubs participate in reciprocal agreements that allow members to play and dine at a selected list of other private clubs in the area, therefore, allowing their members to experience a magnificent variety of courses in the area. This is an especially appealing benefit for social members, because many stay in the area for all or most of the year. www.JohnRWood.com 9
Shopping Shopping and vacation time go hand-in-hand. Specialty shops are plentiful in Southwest Florida making discriminating shoppers feel right at home. One can find the latest fashions, exclusive artwork, and just about every golfing item imaginable. Here are just some of our favorite places to shop‌ 10  relocation guide
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Shopping Naples & Marco Island 5th Avenue South, Naples Downtown Naples 5th Avenue South has the aura of small town friendliness with historical landmarks amid sophisticated boutiques, art galleries, hotels, theaters, neighborhood shops, and colorful buildings. Neapolitans will tell you it’s the most happening place in town. www.FifthAvenueSouth.com
Coastland Center, Naples Coastland Center is an enclosed mall that features JCPenney, Macy’s, Dillard’s, and Sears as its anchor stores. There are also 150 specialty stores, sit-down restaurants, and a food court. www.CoastlandCenter.com Dockside Boardwalk, Naples Just one block from Tin City, the Dockside Boardwalk sports clever and unique gift shops that all can enjoy with dining on the water. Esplanade Shoppes, Marco Island Located on Smokehouse Bay, Esplanade Shoppes is an Italian-style center featuring upscale retailers, small specialty stores, and fine waterfront dining. Here you can shop for jewelry, home accessories, clothing, or even real estate. And with a marina nearby, maybe you’ll want to pop into Black Pearl to purchase a yacht. Marco Town Center Mall, Marco Island With 40 shops, restaurants, and sidewalk cafés, Marco Town Center Mall is a shopper’s delight. Located on North Collier Boulevard at Bald Eagle Drive, the Mall has that Old Florida feel with its cobblestone paths and tin roofs. Enjoy weekly concerts presented at the Mall’s gazebos. Mercato Mercato in North Naples combines the best of city chic residential living with upscale shopping, dining and entertainment including the Silverspot upscale movie theater in one choice location that is literally minutes to the pristine beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. www.MercatoShops.com
Naples outlet center Located south of the U.S. 41 and Collier Blvd. intersection, this manufacturer’s outlet center has over 40 shops that offer value pricing on items from men and women’s fashions to housewares and accessories; Ann Taylor Factory Store, Bass, Jones New York, and many more. www.PremiumOutlets.com The Village on Venetian Bay, Naples You won’t want to miss visiting the Village on Venetian Bay with its Mediterranean architecture and over 50 waterfront shops and restaurants. Dine on beautiful Venetian Bay and then stroll along and enjoy its exclusive specialty shops. Third Street South, Naples The historical shopping district of Third Street South is the place to see and be seen. Here you will find attractive shopping and dining areas full of chic and original shops, galleries, awardwinning restaurants, and outdoor cafés. Tin City Naples More than 40 eclectic, local shops offer you merchandise and mementos unlike any other. From swimsuits to scrimshaw, from crafts to crystal, from tee shirts to fine jewelry, and everything in between, Tin City lets you take a bit of Naples home with you. Waterside Shops at Pelican Bay, Naples Waterside Shops is a collection of the finest luxury brand retailers from around the world and elegant dining options creating a memorable shopping experience. Shoppers enjoy Florida’s outdoors browsing at 60 different internationally renowned designer brand stores including Hermes, Cartier, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co. and more. Located within the exclusive community of Pelican Bay, at the corner of U.S. 41 and Pine Ridge Road. www.WatersideShops.com
Coconut Point, Estero A large regional outdoor mall located in Estero/ Bonita Springs, Coconut Point is part of a 500acre master-planned community that includes 200-400 residential units, 90,000 square feet of office condominiums, and up to 1.4 million square feet of retail. Edison Mall, Fort Myers The Edison Mall is conveniently located at the intersection of U.S. 41 and Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers. Here you will find approximately 150 specialty shops including a well-stocked food court. Gulf Coast Town Center, Fort Myers Another large regional outdoor mall, Gulf Coast Town Center, located off Ben Hill Griffin Parkway and Interstate 75 in Estero, features such stores as JCPenney, Super Target, 16-screen Regal Cinemas, Best Buy, Costco, Borders Books, and many others. www.GulfCoastTownCenter.com Miromar Outlets, Estero Miromar Outlets features more than 120 top designer and great brand name manufacturers’ outlets, including Off 5th Saks Fifth Avenue Outlet, Escada Company Store, Ellen Tracy, Brooks Brothers Factory Store, Cole Haan, St. John, Perry Ellis, Polo Ralph Lauren, Nike Factory Store, Tommy Hilfiger, Adidas, Reebok Outlet Store, Bose Factory Store, Lenox, Coach, Nautica, and more. www.MiromarOutlets.com The Promenade at Bonita Bay, Bonita Springs Located in front of Bonita Bay on U.S. 41, The Promenade offers a selection of fine shops and boutiques and also jewelry shops, art galleries, and fabulous restaurants. www.PromenadeShops.com
Fort Myers, Bonita Springs Estero, Sanibel & Captiva Bell Tower Shops, Fort Myers The Bell Tower Shops in Fort Myers is a 340,000-square-foot, open-air center with an exceptional collection of specialty retailers. Bell Tower Shops offers a wide selection of upscale shopping, and dining, and is home to a 20-screen cinema. This extensively landscaped center is highlighted by its beautiful architecture and is located on the corner of Daniels Parkway and U.S. 41. www.TheBellTowerShops.com www.JohnRWood.com 11
Dining Selecting a favorite restaurant or fine dining establishment is difficult due to the abundant selections. In Southwest Florida, whatever your mood, you can count on the best seafood, the best steaks, and even the best hamburgers! Even when dining at what may appear to be a local Mom and Pop restaurant, you may discover that the chef has previously come from a four-star restaurant. This is paradise, so don’t be surprised if you find the best of everything has migrated to this little niche of the world called Southwest Florida. With hundreds of restaurants in the area, we regret that space limits us to listing only a few.
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Dining Naples & Marco Island Andre’s Steakhouse
(239) 263-5851 2800 Tamiami Trail, Naples www.AndresSteakHouseOfNaples.com Arturo’s Italian Restaurant
(239) 642-0550 844 Bald Eagle Drive, Marco Island www.ArturosMarcoIsland.com AZN Restaurant
(239) 593-8818 9118 Strada Place, Naples www.AznRestaurant.com Bice Restaurant
(239) 262-4044 300 5th Avenue South, Naples www.BiceGroup.com Bha! Bha!
(239) 594-5557 847 Vanderbilt Beach Rd., Naples www.BhaBhapersianBistro.com Bistro 821
(239) 261-5821 821 5th Avenue South, Naples www.Bistro821.com Bonefish Grill
(239) 417-1212 1500 5th Avenue South, Naples www.BonefishGrill.com Bravo! Cucina Italiana
(239) 514-0042 6145 Strada Place, Naples www.BravoItalian.com BrickTop’s
(239) 596-9112 Waterside Shops, Naples www.BrickTops.com Brio Tuscan Grille
(239) 593-5319 Waterside Shops, Naples www.BrioItalian.com California Pizza Kitchen
(239) 566-1900 Waterside Shops, Naples www.cpk.com Campiello
(239) 435-1166 1177 3rd Street South, Naples www.Campiello.com
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
(239) 643-7727 4320 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239) 774-2965 12631 Tamiami Trail East, Naples www.Carrabbas.com Charlie Chiang’s
(239) 593-6688 12200 Tamiami Trail N., Naples www.CharlieChiangs.com Chops City Grill
(239) 262-4677 837 5th Avenue South, Naples www.ChopsCityGrill.com CJ’s on the Bay
(239) 389-4511 740 N. Collier Blvd., Marco Island www.CJsOnTheBay.com Cloyde’s Steak & Lobster House
(239) 261-0622 4050 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples www.Cloydes.com
DaRuMa Japanese Steak House
(239) 591-1200 241 Center Street N., Naples www.DarumaRestaurant.com Fernandez The Bull
(239) 659-2996 1265 Airport Road, Naples (239) 254-9855 1201 Piper Blvd., Naples www.FernandezTheBull.com First Watch
8 locations in Fort Myers, Bonita Springs and Naples www.FirstWatch.com Fleming’s Prime Steakhous & Wine Bar
(239) 598-2424 8985 Tamiami Trail N., Naples www.FlemingsSteakHouse.com Joe’s Crab Shack
(239) 793-7700 1355 5th Avenue South, Naples www.JoesCrabshack.com Kelly’s Fish House
(239) 774-0494 1302 5th Avenue South, Naples www.KellysFishHouseDiningRoom.com
Le Lafayette
(239) 403-7861 375 13th Avenue South, Naples www.LelaFayette.com Loving Hut Vegan Cuisine
(239) 254-9490 975 Pine Ridge Road, Naples www.LovingHut.us M Waterfront Grille
(239) 263-1662 4300 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples www.MWaterFrontGrille.com Mangrove Cafe
(239) 262-7076 878 5th Avenue South, Naples www.TheManGroveCafe.com McCabe’s Irish Pub & Grill
(239) 403-7170 699 5th Avenue South, Naples www.McCabesIrishPub.com
McCormick & Schmick’s
(239) 591-2299 9114 Strada Place, Naples www.McCormickAndSchmicks.com Naples Flatbread & Wine Bar
(239) 687-3454 6434 Naples Boulevard, Naples www.NaplesFlatBread.com Naples Tomato
(239) 598-9800 14700 Tamiami Trail N., Naples www.NaplesTomato.com Noodles Italian Café
(239) 592-0050 1585 Pine Ridge Road, Naples www.NoodlesCafe.com Olde Marco Inn
(239) 394-3131 100 Palm Street, Marco Island www.OldeMarcoInn.com O’mei Chinese Cuisine
(239) 254-8973 14700 Tamiami Trail N., Naples Outback Steakhouse
(239) 434-7100 4910 Tamiami Trail N., Naples www.OutBack.com www.JohnRWood.com 13
Pazzo! Italian Cafe
Silver Spoon Café
Trail Cafe & Grill
P.F. Chang’s China Bistro
Snook Inn
U.S.S. Nemo
Pinchers Crab Shack
St. George and the Dragon
Vergina
(239) 262-6546 936 5th Avenue South, Naples
(239) 659-7008 700 5th Avenue South, Naples www.VerginaRestaurant.com
Stoney’s Steakhouse
Watermark Grille
Swan River Seafood
Yabba Island Grill
The Bayhouse Restaurant
Fort Myers, Bonita Springs Estero, Sanibel & Captiva
(239) 434-8494 853 5th Avenue South, Naples www.PazzoItalianCafe.com (239) 596-2174 10840 Tamiami Trail N., Naples www.pfchangs.com
(239) 434-6616 1200 5th Avenue South, Naples www.PinchersCrabShack.com Randy’s Fishmarket Restaurant
(239) 593-5555 10395 Tamiami Trail N., Naples www.RandysFishMarketRestaurant.com Real Seafood Company
(888) 456-DINE 8690 Fontana Del Sol Way, Naples www.RealSeafoodCoRestaurant.com Ritz-Carlton Grill Room
(239) 598-3300 280 Vanderbilt Beach Rd., Naples Roy’s
(239) 261-1416 475 Bayfront Place, Naples www.RoysRestaurant.com seasons 52
(239) 594-8852 8930 Tamiami Trail North www.Seasons52.com Shula’s Steak House
(239) 430-4999 5111 Tamiami Trail N., Naples www.DonShula.com
(239) 591-2123 Waterside Shops, Naples www.SilverSpoonCafe.us (239) 394-3313 1215 Bald Eagle Drive, Marco Island www.SnookInn.com
(239) 435-9353 403 Bayfront, Naples www.StoneysSteakHouse.com (239) 403-7000 3741 Tamiami Trail N., Naples www.SwanRiverSeafood.com (239) 591-3837 799 Walkerbilt Road, Naples The Capital Grille
(239) 254-0640 9005 Strada Place, Naples www.TheCapitalGrille.com The Cheesecake Factory
(239) 435-1580 2090 Tamiami Trail N., Naples www.TheCheeseCakeFactory.com The Dock at Crayton Cove
(239) 263-9940 845 12th Avenue South, Naples www.DockCraytonCove.com The Islander
(239) 389-4545 1093 North Collier Blvd., Marco Island www.IslanderMarco.com The Jolly Cricket
(239) 304-9460 720 Fifth Ave. South, Naples www.TheJollyCricket.com
(239) 261-6366 3745 Tamiami Trail N., Naples www.ussNemoRestaurant.com
(239) 596-1400 11280 Tamiami Trail N., Naples www.WaterMarkGrille.com (239) 262-5787 711 5th Avenue South, Naples www.YabbaIslandGrill.com
Bahama Breeze
(239) 454-9234 14701 Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers www.BahamaBreeze.com Biddle’s Restaurant & Piano Bar
(239) 433-4449 20351 Summerlin Rd., Fort Myers www.BiddlesRestaurant.com Bistro 41
(239) 466-4141 Bell Tower Shops, Fort Myers www.Bistro41.com Blue Pointe Oyster Bar & Seafood
(239) 433-0634 Bell Tower Shops, Fort Myers Blu Sushi
(239) 334-2583 Gulf Coast Town Center, Fort Myers www.BluSushi.com Bonefish Grill
(239) 594-2748 9118 Strada Place, Naples www.ThePubs.Weebly.com
(239) 489-1240 14261 S. Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers (239) 390-9208 26381 S. Tamiami Trail, Bonita Springs www.BoneFishGrill.com
Tommy Bahama’s
Bubble Room Restaurant
The Pub
(239) 643-7920 1220 3rd Street South, Naples www.TommyBahama.com 14 relocation guide
(239) 598-2480 12820 Tamiami Trail N., Naples www.TrailCafeGrill.com
(239) 472-5558 15001 Captiva Drive, Captiva www.BubbleRoomRestaurant.com www.Johnrwood.com
California Pizza Kitchen
Joe’s Crab Shack
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
La Casita Authentic Mexican Restaurant
(239) 498-7667 Coconut Point, Estero www.cpk.com
(239) 949-0981 27220 Bay Landing Drive, Bonita Springs www.Carrabbas.com
(239) 332-1881 2024 W. First Street, Fort Myers www.JoesCrabShack.com
(239) 415-1050 15185 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers
Cheeseburger in Paradise
Matanzas Inn Restaurant
(239) 481-4386 5050 Daniels Parkway, Fort Myers www.CheeseBurgerInParadise.com
(239) 463-3838 416 Crescent Street, Fort Myers Beach www.MatanzasRestaurant.com
Chops City Grill
Miller’s Ale House
(239) 992-4677 Corner of U.S. 41 and Coconut Road, Bonita Springs www.ChopsCityGrill.com
(239) 461-9334 Gulf Coast Town Center, Fort Myers www.MillersAleHouse.com Mimi’s Café
(239) 466-4000 17260 Harbour Pointe Drive, Fort Myers
(239) 561-0073 Bell Tower Drive, Fort Myers www.MimisCafe.com
Cru Restaurant
Naples Flatbread & Wine Bar
Courtside Steakhouse & Sports Bar
(239) 466-3663 Bell Tower Shops, Fort Myers DaRuMa Japanese Steak House
(239) 344-0037 Bell Tower Shops, Fort Myers www.DarumaRestaurant.com
Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille
(239) 765-9660 708 Fisherman’s Wharf, Fort Myers Beach www.DocFordsFortMyersBeach.com Doc Ford’s, Sanibel Rum Bar & Grille
(239) 472-8311 975 Rabbit Rd., Sanibel (239) 472-8311 Firepit City Grill
(239) 466-7700 Gulf Coast Town Center, Fort Myers www.FirepitCityGrill.com First Watch
8 locations in Fort Myers, Bonita Springs and Naples www.FirstWatch.com Hemingway’s Island Grill
(239) 495-7240 Coconut Point, Estero www.HemingwaysIslandGrill.com
Islamorada Fish Company
(239) 461-4900 Gulf Coast Town Center, Fort Myers
(239) 495-3528 Miromar Outlets, Estero www.NaplesFlatBread.com
Outback Steakhouse
(239) 948-3575 27230 Bay Landing Drive, Bonita Springs (239) 433-0097 Gulf Coast Town Center, Fort Myers www.OutBack.com Pagelli’s Italiano
(239) 226-4242 Coconut Point, Estero www.Pagellis.com
Parrot Key Caribbean Grill & Bar
(239) 463-3257 2500 Main Street, Fort Myers Beach www.MyParrotKey.com P.F. Chang’s China Bistro
(239) 590-9197 Gulf Coast Town Center, Fort Myers www.pfchangs.com Pinchers Crab Shack
(239) 415-8973 18100 San Carlos Blvd., Fort Myers Beach
(239) 415-4009 15271 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers (239) 948-1313 28580 Bonita Crossings Blvd., Bonita Springs
(239) 463-2909 6890 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach (239) 415-4040 Gulf Coast Town Center, Fort Myers www.PinchersCrabShack.com Prawnbroker Restaurant & Fish Market
(239) 489-2226 13451 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers www.PrawnBroker.com Red Robin Gourmet Burgers
(239) 454-5532 Gulf Coast Town Center, Fort Myers www.RedRobin.com Roy’s
(239) 498-7697 26831 South Bay Drive, Suite 100, Bonita Springs www.RoysRestaurant.com Ruth’s Chris Steak House
(239) 948-8888 Coconut Point, Estero www.RuthChris.com
Ted’s Montana Grill
(239) 947-9318 Coconut Point, Estero www.TedsMontanaGrill.com Tokyo Bay Japanese Steakhouse
(239) 495-5044 24880 S. Tamiami Trail, Bonita Springs University Grill
(239) 437-4377 7790 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers Veranda
(239) 332-2065 2122 Second Street, Fort Myers www.VerandaRestaurant.com www.JohnRWood.com 15
Boating Abounds in Southwest Florida ‌
Boating Whether you own your own yacht or small sailboat, all can enjoy the fabulous sport of boating in Southwest Florida. Multitudes of marinas are available where you can moor your own boat, rent a boat, or access a fishing charter!
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One of our favorite yacht clubs…
Sail Away... Ten Thousand Islands While boating along one of the most pristine coastlines in the world, perhaps you will also want to discover what lies within the amazing world of 110,000 acres of undisturbed upland mangrove forest just south of Naples.
Rookery Bay National Estuarine Preserve The Rookery Bay Reserve is one of the few remaining mangrove estuaries in the world, and is located at the northern end of the Ten Thousand Islands on the Gulf coast of Florida. Florida State’s Rookery Bay Aquatic Preserve and Cape Romano manages 112,000 acres of state lands and water. Here is where 150 species of birds and many threatened and endangered animals thrive in the estuarine environment and surrounding upland hammocks within the Reserve. The estuaries provide an ideal setting for a variety of recreational activities, including sport-fishing, boating, kayaking, hiking, sailing, bird watching and other nature study. The Rookery Bay Educational Center is located on Tower Road off CR 951 (Collier Blvd.) and south of U.S. 41.
Membership at Pelican Isle Yacht Club includes boating privileges.
Pelican Isle Yacht Club Located in North Naples amongst exquisite condominium luxury buildings, the Pelican Isle Yacht Club is a paradise for boaters and non-boaters alike. Membership to this exclusive club includes privileges to group yachting events as well as the opportunity to partake in planned boating excursions. These destinations may include Key West, South Beach in Miami, Bahamas, Useppa Island, and Captiva Island. Other events may include a boat-owner fleet that travels to the Bahamas or along Florida’s white sand shores. For adventurers wanting to stick closer to home, the Yacht club provides canoes and kayaks for those who want to skim along the water past the beautiful mangroves on the Cocohatchee River which leads out to the Gulf of Mexico. For beach goers, a complimentary shuttle service is provided to the beach. Beach chairs and umbrellas are available, and for those wanting the total beach experience, a picnic basket can be prepared by the Club’s culinary staff. Lunch excursions, sunset cruises, fishing trips, or extended multi-night cruises are also available. Other amenities include a resort pool and exquisite health club.
See wildlife in its natural habitat as you coast through the Ten Thousand Islands.
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M ar i na s Bonita Springs Marinas Back Bay Marina 4751 Bonita Beach Rd. (239) 992-2608 Bonita Bay Marina 27598 Marina Pt. Drive SW (239) 495-3222 www.BonitaBayMarina.net Fish Trap Marina 4794 Bonita Beach Rd. (239) 992-6055 Captiva Island Marinas
Moss Marine 450 Harbor Ct. (239) 463-6137 www.MossMarine.com Mullock Creek Marina 18501 Mullock Creek Ln. (239) 267-3717 Olsen’s Service Marina 1100 Main Street (239) 463-6750 www.OlsenMarineService.com
Jensen’s Twin Palm Marina 15107 Captiva Drive (239) 472-5800
Adventures in Paradise 14341 Port Comfort Rd. (239) 437-1660 www.AdventuresInParadiseInc.com
The Marina at Factory Bay 1081 Bald Eagle Drive (239) 389-2929 www.TheMarinaAtFactoryBay.com
Naples Boat Club 895 10th St. S. (239) 261-6188 www.NightmareAmerica.net/Joomla
South Seas Island Resort 5400 Plantation Rd. (239) 472-5111 www.SouthSeas.com
Prosperity Point Marina 1016 Tamiami Trail N. (239) 995-2155
Walkers Coon Key Marina 604 E. Palm Ave. (239) 394-2797 www.WalkersMarine.com
Naples City Dock Marker 36, Naples Bay 880 12th Avenue South (239) 213-3070 www.NaplesCityGov.com
‘Tween Waters Inn Marina 15951 Captiva Rd. (239) 472-5161 www.Tween-Waters.com/Marina Fort Myers Marinas City of Fort Myers Yacht Basin 1300 Lee Street (239) 321-7080 www.CityFtMyers.com Deep Lagoon Marina 14030 McGregor Blvd. (239) 454-2628 Fish-Tale Marina 7225 Estero Blvd. (239) 463-3600 www.TheFishTaleMarina.com
Salty Sam’s Marina 2500 Main Street (888) 796-6427 www.SaltySamsMarina.com Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa 17260 Harbour Pointe Drive (239) 466-4000 Snook Bight Marina 4765 Estero Blvd. (239) 765-4371 www.SnookBightMarina.com Sweet Water Landings 16991 SR 31 (239) 694-3850 www.SweetWaterLanding.net Marco Island Area
Fort Myers Beach Marina 703 Fisherman’s Wharf (239) 463-9552
Calusa Island Yacht Club & Marina 385 Angler Drive (239) 394-3668 www.CalusaIslandMarina.com
Getaway Marina 18400 San Carlos Blvd. (239) 466-3600 www.GetAwayMarina.com
Cedar Bay Marina 705 E. Elkcam Cir. (239) 394-9333 www.CedarBayYachtClub.com
Island Bay Marina 290 Pearl Street (239) 463-5522
Esplanade Marina 760 N. Collier Blvd. (239) 394-6333 www.EsplanadeMarina.com
Landings Marina 5200 S. Landings Drive (239) 481-7181 www.LandingYGTC.com Marinatown Marina 3446 Marinatown Ln. (239) 997-2767 www.MarinaTown.net Matanzas Inn Marina 414 Crescent Street (800) 462-9258 www.Matanzas.com 18 relocation guide
Marco Island Yacht Club 1400 N. Collier Blvd. (239) 394-0199 www.MarcoIslandYachtClub.net Riverside Club & Marina 1085 Bald Eagle Drive (239) 394-2177 Rose Marco River Marina 951 Bald Eagle Drive (239) 394-2502 www.RoseMarina.com
Naples Marinas Bay Marina, Inc. 854 River Point Drive (239) 774-0331
Naples Harbour Yacht Club & Marina 475 North Rd. (239) 213-1441 www.WetAndDrySlips.com
Brookside Marina 2023 Davis Blvd. (239) 774-3200 www.BrooksideBoatRentals.com
Naples Powerboat Marina 701 11th Street South (239) 261-8878
Cove Yacht Club 900 Broad Ave. S. (239) 262-5994 www.CoveYachtClub.org Docks on Fifth 1345 5th Ave. S. (239) 348-7100 www.DocksOnFifth.com Gulf Shores Marina 3470 Bay Shore Drive (239) 774-0222 www.GulfShoreMarina.com Island Marina 13105 Vanderbilt Drive (239) 591-3902 www.PortsByBoat.com Isle of Capri Marina 231 Capri Blvd. (239) 389-1626 www.IsleOfCapriMarina.com Naples Bay Resort & Marina 1500 5th Ave. S. (239) 530-1199 www.NaplesBayResort.com/Marina Naples Bay Yacht Storage 750 River Point Dr. (239) 793-4447 www.NBYS.info
Naples Sailing and Yacht Club 896 River Point Dr. (239) 774-0424 www.TheNSYC.com Naples Yacht Club 700 14th Ave. S. (239) 262-6648 www.NaplesYachtClub.org Nautilus Boat Tours 179 Commerce Street (239) 597-4408 Pelican Isle Yacht Club 410 Dockside Drive (239) 566-1606 www.PelicanIsle.com Port-O-Call Marina 550 Port-O-Call Way (239) 774-0479 www.Naples-BoatRentals.com Port of the Islands Marina 525 Newport Dr. (239) 642-3133 www.PortOfTheIslandsMarina.com Tarpon Dock Marina 231 Capri Rd. (239) 542-6222 Sanibel Island Marinas Sanibel Marina 634 N. Yachtsman Drive (239) 472-2723 www.Johnrwood.com
Fine Arts & Culture Over the past decade, the arts have transformed Southwest Florida into one of the state’s most cosmopolitan areas. Audiences delight in our performing arts scene where talented actors, dancers and musicians bring life to Broadway favorites and new plays at the Philharmonic Center, the Barbara B. Mann Hall and intimate community playhouses. Fine arts lovers will enjoy a host of exceptional galleries and studios. The galleries are bursting with brilliant renderings of the picturesque local environment, unique wildlife, and breathtaking sunsets. In addition to the natural selections, you’ll find a wide variety of modernism, cubism, impressionism, and abstract arts.
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A rt s & C u lt u r e Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall (239) 481-4849, (800) 440-7469 8099 College Pkwy., Fort Myers www.bbmanpah.com The Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall offers Broadway touring theater, dance, and musical performances. It is located on the campus at Edison Community College. It offers entertainment of all kinds, from Broadway plays to comedians and musicians. The Hall is perfect for weddings and receptions! Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium (239) 275-3435 3450 Ortiz Ave., Fort Myers www.CalusaNature.com Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium offers visitors keen insight on Southwest Florida’s natural history. Daily educational programs allow visitors an up-close and personal view of some of the area’s wildlife. The stars are always in line for an adventure to the only planetarium south of Bradenton and west of Miami. Center for the Arts of Bonita Springs (239) 495-8989 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs www.ArtCenterBonita.org The Center for the Arts provides year round programs in many disciplines for all who wish to learn, study or simply appreciate a wide variety of art and cultural events. Collier County Museum (239) 252-8476 3301 Tamiami Trail E., Naples www.CollierMuseum.com Learn about mastodons and fierce saber cats, Calusa and Seminole Indians, and the rugged pioneers who settled one of America’s last frontiers at the Collier County Museum. Visitors will enjoy five acres of native gardens, two early Naples cottages, swamp buggies, and a logging locomotive.
joined him in Florida, and they soon became next door neighbors. These two winter estates encompass 17 acres of riverfront, and visitors can enjoy touring the homes and grounds. Holocaust Museum of Southwest Florida (239) 263-9200 4760 Tamiami Trail N., Naples www.HMSwFl.org Through its unique collection of Holocaust artifacts and educational outreach programs, the Holocaust Museum of Southwest Florida promotes tolerance and understanding by teaching the history and lessons of the Holocaust. Naples Museum of Art (239) 597-1900, (800) 597-1900 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples www.ThePhil.org The visual arts center includes a three-story, 30,000-square-foot museum with 15 galleries, a glass dome conservatory, entrance gates by renowned metal artist Albert Paley, spectacular chandeliers, and a Persian ceiling by acclaimed glass artist Dale Chihuly. Naples Players at Sugden Community Theatre (239) 263-7990 5th Avenue South, Naples www.NaplesPlayers.org This long running community theater troupe presents an average of eight productions a year in one of Florida’s finest community theater facilities. Palm Cottage (239) 261-8164 137 12th Avenue South, Naples www.NaplesHistoricalSociety.org Palm Cottage in Old Naples is a prime example of a 19th-century south Florida home. The historically accurate interior contains the simple furnishings of the period.
Philharmonic Center for the Arts (239) 597-1900 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples www.ThePhil.org The Philharmonic Center for the Arts is the premier performing arts hall in Southwest Florida. It is home to the Naples Philharmonic, an 85-piece chamber orchestra; The Philharmonic Center Choral, and The Arts Center. It hosts more than 400 events a year including world-class dance, opera, classical and popular music, and Broadway musicals. Southwest Florida Museum of History (239) 321-7430 2300 Peck Street, Fort Myers www.swflMuseumOfHistory.com The Southwest Florida Museum is one block north of Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in historical downtown Fort Myers. Here you will find the history of the Southwest Florida PaleoIndians, Calusa, Seminoles, Spanish explorers, and early settlers. An authentic replica of a pioneer “cracker” house is on display as well as an extensive artifacts collection. von Liebig Arts Center (239) 262-6517 585 Park Street, Naples www.NaplesArtCenter.org Located adjacent to Cambier Park in Old Naples, the Center features American art from the 1950s forward with various exhibitions, classes, lectures, and special exhibits. Look for ongoing special events. Other Fine Art Attractions Alliance for the Arts, Cape Coral Arts Studio, Cultural Park Theatre Co., Inc., Florida Repertory Theatre at the Arcade Theatre, The Schoolhouse Theater, and the Southwest Florida Symphony.
Edison & Ford Winter Estates (239) 334-7419 2350 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers www.Edison-Ford-Estate.com In Fort Myers is the winter home of Thomas A. Edison, the inventor of the lightbulb. He called this home the “Seminole Lodge” and he used it as his winter retreat and workshop. This site includes the original rubber laboratory and lush botanical gardens containing over a thousand varieties of plants imported from all over the world. Edison’s close friend, Henry Ford, 20 relocation guide
World-class music, dance and theater take the stage at Naples’ Philharmonic Center for the Arts. www.Johnrwood.com
Attractions Gators and hockey and airboats and golfing—tigers and lightbulbs and beaches with sunsets—swimming and sailing and cruising 5th Avenue South—these are a few of our favorite things…
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At tr acti o n s Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens Gulfshore Life magazine named Caribbean Gardens: The Zoo in Naples the “Best Place to Take Kids” in the Best of the Gulfshore Awards. A natural path almost one mile in length winds past rare and beautiful animals residing within a 52-acre jungle of exotic plants first planted in 1919 with a fascinating history. (239) 262-5409
Airboats & Alligators 6001 Lake Trafford Rd., Immokalee (239) 657-2401 www.LakeTrafford.com
Conservancy of Southwest Florida Nature Center 1450 Merrihue Drive, Naples (239) 262-0304 www.Conservancy.org
Babcock Wilderness 8000 SR 31, Punta Gorda (800) 500-5583 www.BabcockWilderness.com
Coral Cay Adventure Golf 2205 Tamiami Trail E., Naples (239) 793-4999 www.CoralCayGolf.com
Big M Casino Cruises 450 Harbor Ct., Fort Myers Beach (239) 765-7529 (239) 463-6137 www.BigMCasino.com Billie Swamp Safari Everglades Eco-Tours (800) 949-6101 (Between Naples and Fort Lauderdale) www.swampSafari.com
Day Star Charters 1484 5th Avenue South, Naples (239) 417-3474 www.DayStarCharters.com
Canoe Outpost Peace River 2816 NW CR 661, Arcadia (800) 268-0083 www.CanoeOutpost.com
Everglades Excursion/ Naples Transportation & Tours 1010 6th Avenue South, Naples (239) 262-1914 (800) 592-0848 www.Everglades-Excursions.com
Captains Bob’s Excellent Adventure Fort Myers Beach (239) 437-2095 www.ExcellentAdventure.org
Everglades National Park Boat Tours Everglades City (239) 695-2591 www.nps.gov
Castle Golf 7400 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers (239) 489-1999
Everglades Wonder Gardens 27180 Old 41 Rd., Bonita Springs (239) 992-2591 www.EvergladesWonderGardens.com
Golf Safari 3775 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs (239) 947-1377 Jungle Golf 17710 San Carlos Blvd., Fort Myers Beach (239) 466-9797 Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens 1590 Goodlette Frank Rd., Naples (239) 262-5409 www.CaribbeanGardens.com
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Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary 375 Sanctuary Rd., Naples (239) 348-9151 www.Corkscrew.Audubon.org
Florida Sports Park Collier Blvd., Naples (239) 774-2701 (800) 897-2701 www.SwampBuggy.com Germain Arena/ Florida Everblades 11000 Everblades Pkwy., Estero (239) 948-7825 Season Tickets (239) 948-7825 www.GermainArena.com
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Lovers Key State Park 8700 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers (239) 463-4588 www.FloridaStateParks.org/Loverskey
Seminole Casino 506 S. First Street, Immokalee (800) 218-0007 www.SeminoleImmokaleeCasino.com
Manatee Sightseeing Adventure Port of the Islands (239) 642-8818 www.See-Manatees.com
Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf 17450 San Carlos Blvd., Fort Myers Beach (239) 466-5855
Marco Island Sea Excursions 705 E. Elkcam Cir., Marco Island (239) 642-6400 www.SeaExcursions.com
Sun-N-Fun Lagoon 15000 Livingston Road, Naples (239) 252-4021 www.CollierGov.net/Parks
Naples Princess Cruises Port-O-Call Marina 550 Port-O-Call Way, Naples (239) 649-2275 www.NaplesPrincessCruises.com Naples Botanical Garden 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples (239) 643-7275 www.NaplesGarden.org Naples/Fort Myers Greyhound Track 10601 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs (239) 992-2411 www.NaplesFortMyersDogs.com Naples Trolley Tours 1010 6th Avenue South, Naples (239) 262-1914 (800) 592-0848 www.NaplesTrolleyTours.com The Original Everglades Day Safari Sanibel, FL (800) 472-3069 (239) 472-1559 Palm Cottage 137 12th Avenue South, Naples (239) 261-8164 www.NaplesHistoricalSociety.org Sailboats Unlimited Naples City Dock & Marco Island (239) 649-1740 www.SailBoatsUnlimited.com Seminole Gulf Railway 4110 Centerpoint Drive, Fort Myers (239) 275-6060 www.SemGulf.com
Sun Harvest 14810 Metro Pkwy., Fort Myers (800) 743-1480 www.Sun-Harvest.com Sweet Liberty Catamaran Sailing 880 12th Avenue South, Naples (239) 793-3525 www.SweetLiberty.com Ted Smallwood’s Store Museum 360 Mamie Street, Chokoloskee (239) 695-2989 The Shell Factory 2787 Tamiami Trail N., North Fort Myers (239) 995-2141, (800) 282-5805 www.ShellFactory.com Thomas Edison/Henry Ford Winter Estates 2350 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers (239) 334-7419 www.EFWEFla.org Wooten’s Everglades Airboat Tours 32330 Tamiami Trail E., Ochopee (800) 282-2781 www.WootensAirBoats.com
Florida Everblades Germain Arena 11000 Everblades Pkwy., Estero, FL (239) 948-7825 info@floridaeverblades.com www.GermainArena.com
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Parks & Recreation Collier and Lee counties, and their citizens, take great pride in parks and recreation. It is probably fair to say that Southwest Florida is second to none with its local, county, state, and federal parks. Great care is taken to properly preserve the land’s natural beauty. The Florida Panther Preserve is one example, located in Big Cypress National Preserve. Southwest Florida is also home to many exotic plants and bird species, a bird watcher’s heaven.
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Key Areas of South West Florida Ave Maria Marco Island Naples bonita springs
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Collier County Ave Maria The town of Ave Maria, located west of Naples, was the result of a dream project of Domino’s Pizza founder Tom Monihan. There he created Ave Maria University, and the Barron Collier Companies built the new town around it. Ave Maria also has the area’s only law school, currently located off site, but with plans for moving to the main campus.
about 1887. Walter N. Haldeman, the owner of the Louisville Courier-Journal, purchased land and founded Naples, and he was the first to protrude a 600-foot fishing pier out into the Gulf of Mexico. Naples was a playground for the rich, the famous, and certainly the intelligent. Over the years, the Naples Beach Hotel hosted various celebrities including Thomas Edison, Harvey Firestone, Greta The charming, semi-circle town center, La Piazza, fea- Garbo, Hedy Lamarr, and Gary Cooper. Today, Naples tures various businesses to serve the community. The is still the playground for the rich, the famous, and the focal point is the massive marble sculpture that domi- intelligent, except there are more homes, more mansions, and the prices have risen. In nates the front of the Oratory. 1905, one could purchase a The area is gradually attracting beach lot for $125.00. Naples Collier County Population manufacturing and other busiis still a bargain, if you like nesses at nearby business & Demographics paradise. parks, thus ensuring a steady growth of the still young town. It is a charming and very clean city, filled with energy from the many young families, retirees, and others who are residents.
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Bonita Springs Bonita Springs is one of Southwest Florida’s newest and fastest Marco Island Its name growing cities. Located bePermanent population/ City of Marco Island.............................. 16,413 comes from Spanish explorer tween Naples and Fort MyJuan Ponce de Leon who ers, Bonita Springs offers a Peak season population/ christened his island findlifestyle for just about everyCollier County......................................... 389,149 ing La Isla de San Marco one. From award-winning Land area..................................... 2,025.5 square miles back in the 1500s. Centuries planned golf communities to passed and Marco Island reserene waterfront living, Bomained mostly undisturbed nita Springs exudes an ureven though several prosban setting with small-town pectors walked its land and charm. Commercial parks, expressed big dreams. It wasn’t until the early 1960s that office space, and retail services are keeping pace with developers with visions of a resort island began reshap- residential growth, always with an eye towards preserving the land and advertising its potential. Today, Marco is ing the community’s outstanding quality of life. a small community that promotes laid-back living alongside elegant resorts, and its miles of coastline encour- Cape Coral With the largest population in Lee County and as Florida’s second largest city in land mass, at 114 ages recreation. square miles, Cape Coral is one of Southwest Florida’s Naples Many years ago, around 1870, promoters best kept secrets. Cape Coral was developed around likened the seven-mile stretch of sugar sand beach in some 400 miles of canals, offering abundant waterfront Naples, Florida to that of the beautiful Italian peninsula of living for residents. An active community, Cape Coral Naples, Italy. The area was originally the native home to has golf, tennis, fishing, community parks, and even Sun the Caloosa Indians, and the first white settlers arrived in Splash Family Waterpark. 26
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Estero Fort MyerS Fort Myers Beach
Estero Thousands of years ago the Estero area was inhabited by ancient tribes of Native American Calusas. Archeologists believe that nearby Mound Key in Estero Bay could have been the tribes’ regional center. Today Estero is a rapidly developing upscale community that encompasses natural beauty, excellent schools, health care facilities, a planned performing art center, museums, art galleries, recreational events, and a multitude of housing opportunities. Estero is located between Fort Myers and Bonita and is conveniently close to Interstate 75.
Pine Island Sanibel & Captiva
ism fuels the restaurant, hotel, and amenities industries on the island. With Gulf of Mexico water temperatures ranging from a balmy 74 degrees in January to 91 degrees in July and August, Fort Myers Beach will always be a choice vacation destination.
Pine Island In the 1880s, the sport of tarpon fishing originated in Pine Island Sound. Pine Island’s fishing heritage has supported generations of its island families. Just west of Cape Coral and relatively undiscovered by the housing industry, one can expect this area to develop more in the near future. Lee County Population On Pine Island, enjoy the lo& Demographics cal shops or dine at a number of local, restaurants that Based on the 2010 U.S. Census specialize in fresh seafood. Atmosphere is casual and total population........................................ 618,754 low-key. Kayakers can enjoy exploring the Pine Island unincorporated........................................... 276,939 Sound Aquatic Preserve and Cape Coral......................................................... 154,305 Matlacha Pass.
Fort Myers Established in 1886, the City of Fort Myers is the historical and governmental hub of Lee County. Nestled along the scenic shoreline of the Caloosahatchee River, the city has become an interesting blend of young and old. Sporting the youngest population in Lee County with a median Fort Myers............................................................ 62,298 age of 32, the City of Fort Sanibel Island & CapMyers is also home to the Bonita Springs................................................... 43,914 tiva Island With over 15 historic winter residences of Fort Myers Beach................................................6,561 miles of beaches, Sanibel Henry Ford and Thomas Ediand Captiva islands are recSanibel........................................................................6,064 son. Extensive renovation of ognized worldwide as a vacaFort Myers’ historic waterlee county Land area........... 1,005 square miles tion destination. Outstanding front downtown is underway, shelling and concern to prewith new restaurants, nightserve the island environment clubs, condominiums, and artistic venues providing energy and growth. Throughout have positioned Sanibel as a jewel on the Gulf Coast the year, Southwest Florida residents and visitors enjoy of Southwest Florida. Sanibel is home to pristine white cultural events overlooking the Caloosahatchee River at beaches, balmy Gulf waters, and an unsurpassed lifestyle for both visitors and the island’s some 6,300 resiCentennial Park and the Yacht Basin. dents. Art galleries, theaters, upscale resorts, and resAlso in Fort Myers you will find the Barbara B. Mann Per- taurants dot this island getaway. For nature lovers the forming Arts Hall. The Minnesota Twins do spring train- J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge is a protected ing at the Lee County Sports Complex and the Boston estuarial ecosystem, where exotic birds, alligators, and a Red Sox train at JetBlue Park. variety of fish can be enjoyed by all. Also visit the shops Fort Myers Beach Fort Myers Beach is a seven- and restaurants or its array of arts, theater, and music. mile-long island with plenty of sand, surf, and fun. Tour-
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SOUTHWEST FLORIDA COMMUNITIES & NEIGHBORHOODS
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Aqualane Shores
Single-family Condos from Deep water canals with no bridge access to the Gulf; walking homes & condos $645,000 distance to the beach Single-family homes from $1,395,000
Artesia
Single-family homes, villas, condos
Condos from $150,000 Single-family homes from $210,000
Opportunity to purchase exclusive golf membership at nearby Hammock Bay
Single-family homes, villa, lowrise garden home & condos
Condos from $375,000 Single-family homes from $540,000
Joe Lee-designed 18-hole course The 36,000-square-foot clubhouse is accompanied by eight lighted Har-Tru tennis courts, a 25-meter pool, two croquet courts, a health and fitness center, plus the Audubon Beach and Tennis Club.
Ideally situated between the elegance of Port Royal and the ambiance of Old Naples, this area offers a quiet setting within the city limits of Naples. www.AqualaneShores.com With the white sand beaches of Marco Island and first-class dining and shopping of Naples less than nine miles away, Artesia offers the perfect balance between the beauty of Southwest Florida and the splendor of Naples living.
Audubon Country Club
This private, gated, 770-acre community stretches west of U.S. 41 all the way to the protected mangrove preserves of Little Hickory Bay. www.AudubonAtNaples.com
Single-family homes, villas, A gated community located on the east side of Goodlette-Frank Road, one mile north of Pine Ridge coach homes Road in Naples and just 2.5 miles away from the Gulf of Mexico and the beach.
Autumn Woods
Planned expansive clubhouse includes fitness and aerobics studio, resort-style pool and casual dining pavilion. Also tennis and miles of proposed walking trails.
Condos from An abundance of restaurants are just a short distance away, $280,000 numerous entertainment venues are nearby, and highly regarded Single-family homes schools are close, too. from $300,000
Single-family homes, coach homes, attached and detached villas, mid-rise and low-rise condos
Condos from $110,000 Single-family homes from $155,000
Aviano
Single-family homes, carriage homes, coach homes
From $235,000
Bay Colony
Single-family homes, high-rise and mid-rise condos, villas
Bayfront
Condos
Condos from Bay Colony Golf Club $1,045,000 Steps away from the Gulf of Mexico; Membership opportunities at Single-family homes Pelican Isle Yacht Club from $1,025,000 Within walking distance you’ll find the classic elegance of the Ritz-Carlton, The Philharmonic Center for the Arts, fine shopping, and dining. From $249,000 On-site marina on Naples Bay
Ave Maria
A new hometown several miles east of Interstate 75 where you can live, play, dine, learn and work in a naturally beautiful environment.
A private, gated community located west of Interstate 75 on Livingston Road just south of Pine Ridge Road in Naples. Located within Pelican Bay in North Naples, is this private, intimate neighborhood beyond a highly protective gate house. www.BayColonyFlorida.com
Built in 2000, this upscale condo complex rises above commercial space which houses restaurants, art galleries, shops and a marina. Easy access to downtown Naples via a pedestrian walkway.
18-hole course; Water Park features a resort and fitness pool, a kid’s pool, a toddler pool, interactive fountains, and a beach volleyball court Fitness center, baseball fields, and two huge parks. Boutiques and restaurants abound in the town center. On-site kindergarten through 12th grade preparatory school and adjacent Ave Maria University offer educational resources. Clubhouse, pool and spa, and state-of-the-art fitness center
Two pools, two Jacuzzis, two tennis courts, barbecue grills, an exercise room and a community room.
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Single-family Bear’s Paw Country Club Secluded within 244 acres off Golden Gate Parkway homes, villas, two- and threein Naples, this golf-member-only community. story condos
From $125,000
Single-family homes, coach A deed-restricted community located at the intersection of Santa Barbara Boulevard and Radio homes, villas, Road with wide, meandering streets, varied housing condos designs, and an array of cul-de-sacs.
Condos from $80,000 Single-family homes from $190,000
Berkshire Lakes
Cape Marco
Located along the gorgeous Gulf of Mexico, residents of Cape Marco enjoy world-class resortstyle living on 30 acres of beachfront property on Marco Island.
High-rise condos From $609,000
amenities
Jack Nicklaus-designed 18-hole course; Fishing dock, picnic pavilion, boat ramp and slips Life revolves around the clubhouse where residents can meet up with friends in the card room, around the expansive bar, in the dining room or casual grill area. Har-Tru tennis courts, state-of-the-art fitness center. Two hardcourt tennis courts, a heated pool and clubhouse, and a walking path along two large lakes.
1,200-plus feet of beach frontage Concierge services and Marco Island Yacht & Sailing; tennis courts, fitness center, community pool, social activities and a boardwalk that leads out to the beach.
Single-family homes A private country club community in North Naples comprised of 228 single-family home sites nestled along the Cocohatchee River, one of South Florida’s most pristine natural waterways. www.ColliersReserve.net
From $880,000
Single-family Located west of Interstate 75 off Livingston Road in homes Naples, this beautifully landscaped community offers a Mediterranean style.
From $299,000
Lighted tennis courts, a clubhouse, fitness center and community pool.
The Dunes
Luxury high-rise condos and coach homes
From $489,000
Shuttle service to the Floridian Club on Vanderbilt Beach to enjoy private beach amenities, pool & pool side dining.
Eagle Creek Golf & Country Club
Single-family homes, villas, garden apartments
Condos from $80,000 Single-family homes from $120,000
18-hole course
Fiddler’s Creek
Custom homes, single-family homes, coach homes, villas
Condos from $175,000 Single-family homes from $180,000
Two 18-hole courses; Beach privileges at The Beach Pavilion at the Marco Beach Ocean Resort on Marco Island
Single-family, coach homes, condos
Condos from $119,000 Single-family homes from $210,000
Collier’s Reserve
Delasol
Located off Vanderbilt Beach in North Naples, The Dunes combines luxury condo living with five-star, resort-style amenities within walking distance to the beach. www.NaplesDunes.com
A private, 300-acre community of just 458 residences conveniently located at the intersection of Collier Blvd. and U.S. 41 on the way to Marco Island. www.EagleCreekGolf.net On the way to Marco Island, along Collier Blvd., is this master-planned, luxury residential community where days and evenings are filled with relaxation, recreation and entertainment.
Glen Eagle Golf & Country Club
A private gated community accessible via Davis Boulevard or Radio Road that’s just minutes to downtown Naples and the beaches.
Arthur Hills-designed 18-hole course The private equity country club features the Boathouse for casual riverside dining; the clubhouse for casual, formal, or private dining; Har-Tru tennis courts, pool, and comprehensive golf facilities.
On-site Plantation Club features casual-elegant dining, a lagoonstyle pool and spa, a fitness center and tennis facility with full-service pro shop.
Tennis and sports complex featuring Har-Tru tennis and bocce courts, a Junior Olympic sized pool, a tennis pro shop, and a fitness center. The clubhouse offers casual and elegant dining options.
The 54,000-square-foot Club & Spa offers opportunities to gather with friends, play a round of tennis, workout in the fitness center, swim or lounge by the pool. Gordon Lewis-designed course At its heart is a clubhouse offering a fitness center, billiards room, card rooms, and a general activities area. A large dining room, a full-service bar and a lounge area, plus a large covered lanai offers dining options. Five tennis courts are also available.
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Golden Gate Estates
Single-family homes on large acreage
From $60,000
Picayune Strand State Forest is located in South Golden Gate Estates while Belle Meade has more than 65,000 acres for recreational enjoyment including Belle Meade Horse Trail, Fakahatchee Strand State Preserve, offers two riding/walking trails and Sabal Palm Hiking Trail for walking fitness.
Gordon Drive
Single-family beachfront estates
From $2,400,000
Steps away from the Gulf of Mexico
Grey Oaks Country Club & Estuary at Grey Oaks
Single-family estates, villas, condos
Condos from $575,000 Single-family homes from $775,000
Two 18-hole courses at Grey Oaks; Bob Cupp-designed, 18-hole course at Estuary
Low-rise condos to 24-story highrises
Condos from $235,000 Single-family homes from $850,000
Steps away from the Gulf of Mexico
Hammock Bay Golf & Country Club
High-rise and mid-rise condos
From $225,000
Peter Jacobsen and Jim Hardy designed, 18-hole course
Heritage Bay
Single-family homes
From $100,000
Coach homes, twin villas, singlefamily homes & condos
Condos from $125,000 Single-family homes from $159,000
If you like privacy and a beautiful country setting, this is a great place to call home. Centrally located between the pristine beaches of Naples and Marco Island, Everglades National Park, Big Cypress Preserve and Collier-Seminole State Park. Located adjacent to the magnificent Port Royal enclave, Gordon Drive contains some of the finest single-family estates in Naples. It has multiple small subdivisions including Gordon Drive, Sabre Cay, Little Harbour, and Gordon Drive Estates. www.GordonDrive.net
Nestled off Airport Road, these magnificent gated communities boast breathtaking vistas that are as varied as the architectural designs of its luxury golf and custom estate homes. www.GreyOaks.net
Gulf Shore Boulevard
This beautiful, meandering drive is a showcase of beach and bay front condominiums and cooperatives that begin just north of the Naples Beach Hotel and continue northward to the Naples Grande Resort at the south end of Pelican Bay. www.GulfshoreBlvd.net Conveniently located between Naples and Marco Island, Hammock Bay integrates the beauty of nature with the elegant sophistication of luxury tower living.
A gated community located on Immokalee Road in North Naples whose 718 acres are bound by two huge quarry lakes and 1,800 acres of cypress preserve.
Hunters Ridge Golf & Country Club
Nestled between Naples and Bonita Springs, just east of Bonita Beach Road is this development set on approximately 275 acres. www.HuntersRidgeGolf.com
Single-family Situated on nearly 700 acres in North Naples just off homes, carriage homes, coach U.S. 41 is this desirable golf community. homes, villas, www.ImperialGolf.net condos
Imperial Golf Estates
Two driving ranges, tennis courts, an aquatic facility, and a 62,000-square-foot clubhouse. An additional 19,000-square-foot clubhouse overlooks the Estuary Course, and there is a unique 100,000-square-foot, 18-hole putting course.
May include boat docks, tennis courts, fitness centers, pools, saunas, Jacuzzis, and clubhouse rooms with kitchens, pool tables, and more. Many offer special security and privacy measures, including live-in managers and/or on-site security guards.
Tennis on Har-Tru courts, exercise classes and state-of-the-art equipment in the fitness center, pampering services at the spa, refreshment at the lagoon-style pool, and casual and formal dining at the Mangrove Grille or the Tiki Bar. Gordon Lewis and Jed Azinger designed, 27-hole course A 27,000-square-foot clubhouse, 8,000-square-foot fitness center, Har-Tru tennis courts, a resort-style pool with tiki hut bar and grill, five satellite pools, and a luxurious spa facility. Gordon G. Lewis-designed, 18-hole course A 10,000-square-foot clubhouse featuring a fitness center, two card rooms, a media room and dining facilities. An activity center, tennis courts, pool and spa.
Condos from Two 18-hole courses $100,000 The clubhouse offers dining facilities and a separate tennis club is Single-family homes available. from $295,000
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Island Walk
Single-family Villas from $225,000 homes, town Single-family homes homes, attached from $240,000 villas
Kensington Golf & Country Club
Estate homes, single-family homes, detached villas, courtyard homes, coach homes & condos
Kings Lake
Single-family Condos from $95,000 Community park with tennis courts and bike paths. homes, villas and Single-family homes condos from $250,000
Lakewood
Single-family homes, town homes, condos, villas
Lely Resort
Condos from $79,900 Custom estate Single-family homes homes, singlefrom $175,000 family homes, attached villas, coach homes, flats, townhomes, casitas
54 holes of golf
Single-family homes, home sites
From $219,000
Community pool, picnic area, bike/inline skating path, clubhouse, and lighted walkways.
From $200,000
An incredible lifestyle center and recreation area, indoor sports complex, fitness center, billiard/game room, and social hall. Tennis, a resort-style pool and spa, an oversized sun deck, basketball court and a playground.
Villas from $400,000 Single-family homes from $630,000
A 36-hole Tom Fazio-designed course; Private beach club along the Gulf of Mexico
A beautiful, gated community located in North Naples on Vanderbilt Beach Road east of Interstate 75 offering meticulous landscaping, gorgeous lake views, and lots of privacy
A 370-acre gated community in the heart of Naples, conveniently located on Pine Ridge Road just minutes from Interstate 75. www.KensingtonGolf.net A deed-restricted, park-like community built around a 30-acre lake. Situated off Davis Boulevard in Naples.
Located off Tamiami Trail between Airport Road and Rattlesnake Hammock, Lakewood is a mature neighborhood offering quiet surroundings.
An amenity-rich, master-planned community in the heart of Naples just minutes from the beautiful beaches and the highly desirable Fifth Avenue Shopping District.
Madison Park
A Naples community nestled in between Radio Road and Davis Boulevard that has a small-town, neighborhood feel with lush preserves and six large lakes.
Single-family Located west of Interstate 75 off Pine Ridge Road, homes, carriage Marbella Lakes offers an excellent selection of home homes styles just minutes from beaches, golf courses, shops, dining and schools.
Marbella Lakes
Mediterra
Developed by the Bonita Bay Group, this 1,697acre, gated, master-planned community is tucked away off Livingston Road. Designed to reflect the lush beauty of the Mediterranean region of Europe, Mediterra boasts 1,000 acres of preserves, lakes, parks and open space.
Single-family homes, villas
Condos from $330,000 Single-family homes from $400,000
Community Town Center offers the convenience of village-style living with a post office, café, bank, gas station and car wash. Clubhouse with state-of-the-art fitness center, resort-style pool, tennis courts and putting green. Robert Trent Jones Jr.-designed course Two-story, 30,000-square-foot clubhouse featuring banquet facilities, lounge and mixed grill, locker rooms, card rooms and private meeting facilities. An Olympic-sized pool, cabana area, fitness center, golf pro shop, driving range, putting green, tennis courts and tennis pro shop.
Condos from $75,000 18-hole course Single-family homes Clubhouse complete with sport and social events and activities, a from $110,000 restaurant, tennis courts and a heated community pool.
An unsurpassed lifestyle with four clubhouses, including the 20,000-square-foot Players Club & Spa, seven tennis courts, three resort-style pools and a fitness center.
Mediterra’s Piazza includes a 25,000-square-foot clubhouse with formal and casual dining. Other amenities include tennis, swim and fitness center.
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Monterey & The Crossings
Single-family homes, attached and detached villas
Condos from $300,000 Single-family homes from $400,000
Monterey has 24-hour manned security gate house, a clubhouse with a kitchen and spacious party room, a workout room, Olympic proportioned pool, and lighted Har-Tru tennis courts. The Crossings features a small clubhouse, a pool and Har-Tru tennis courts.
Moorings & Coquina Sands
Single-family homes, condos
Condos from $170,000 Singlefamily homes from $389,000
18-hole course; Residents have access to The Moorings private beach
From $269,000
Marina with 97 slips for private boats, boat rentals for sightseeing and fishing excursions; Beach shuttle seven days a week
Two secluded communities, located along Orange Blossom Drive in a quiet area of North Naples very convenient to shopping, schools, cinemas and the library. www.MontereyCrossings.com Centrally located and stretching from U.S. 41 to the Gulf of Mexico, much of this area is waterfront with boat docks and shimmering water views. www.Moorings.net
Naples Bay Resort
Located near Fifth Avenue South, this is the only resort that offers hotel rooms and permanent residences giving one and all personalized service with a waterfront lifestyle.
Naples Heritage
An exceptional 550-acre community that features over 300 acres of natural preserve, lakes and open spaces.
Cottages
Within walking distance of the beach and Gulf-front Lowdermilk Park which offers public parking, concessions, a covered picnic pavilion with rest rooms, outside picnic areas and a children’s playground.
Fitness center, locker rooms, steam and sauna rooms, pools, hot tubs, lazy river, spa and tennis center. Fine and casual dining options. Single-family homes, villas, condos
Single-family Located off Collier Boulevard and just minutes from homes, condos Marco Island, this flourishing community is gated with over 400 acres of land and more than 200 acres of nature preserve.
Naples Lakes Country Club
Condos from $130,000 Single-family homes from $450,000
Gordon Lewis, 18-hole course
Condos from $130,000 Single-family homes from $400,000
Arnold Palmer-designed, 18-hole course
Over 19,000-square-foot clubhouse with pro shop, locker rooms, fine and casual dining. Tennis, swimming, bocce and a fitness center.
A 15,000-square-foot clubhouse features game lounges, fitness center, locker areas with steam rooms, formal and private dining rooms, a full-service golf pro shop. Tennis courts, resort-style pool and aqua golf practice range.
Olde Cypress
Custom singlefamily homes, attached, detached and courtyard villas
Villas from 18 holes of golf designed by P.B. Dye $340,000 Single-family homes from $465,000
Old Naples
Beachfront estates, small vintage cottages, condos, garden residences
Condos from All residences are within walking or biking distance of the beach $99,000 Single-family homes from $550,000
Park Shore
Inland and waterfront homes, condos
Condos from Several public beach access points $136,000 and An array of shopping and dining options, including the breathtaking Single-family homes Village on Venetian Bay, as well as marina facilities. from $450,000
This low-density, gated community of only 650 homes is located off Immokalee Road in North Naples, just east of Interstate 75.
Extending from South Golf Drive southward to Aqualane Shores, this charming area is characterized by hundreds of coconut palms, the Naples Pier, and streets that all end at the beach. www.OldNaples.net An immaculate, prestigious community located between the Gulf of Mexico and U.S. 41 whose residences feature a variety of architectural styles from contemporary to Mediterranean. www.Parkshore.net
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Beachfront Consisting of 2,100 acres at the north end of Naples, estates, singlefamily homes, Pelican Bay offers a very secure and desirable villas, condos environment set amidst gently winding streets with exquisite preservation of the natural setting. www.PelicanBay.net
Pelican Bay
Pelican Isle Yacht Club
Naples’ only private island club nestled at Wiggins Pass where the Cocohatchee River flows into the Gulf of Mexico. This state-of-the-art marina offers direct Gulf access. www.pelicanIsle.net
Luxury condos
Estimated Starting price
Condos from $225,000 Single-family homes from $470,000
From $699,000
amenities 27 holes of golf; Boardwalks through carefully preserved mangroves lead to the Gulf of Mexico where two beachfront restaurants await The Club at Pelican Bay offers casual and elegant dining options and tennis at several locales throughout the community. It is also home to the Philharmonic Center for the Arts and is located nearby to Waterside Shops. Private beach shuttle; 190 slips for vessels up to 55 feet in length and drafts up to 4.5 feet Members are treated to extensive fitness services, a tennis program, a waterside resort-style pool and spa, group yachting events and backwater explorations.
Estate homes, garden villas, condos
Condos from $269,900 Single-family homes from $365,000
Robert von Hagge-designed course
Pine Ridge
Custom singlefamily homes, condos
Condos from $125,000 Single-family homes from $449,000
A close-in location convenient to downtown Naples, North Naples and Bonita Springs.
Port of the Islands
Single-family homes, condos
Condos from $100,000 Single-family homes from $450,000
Marina with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico, the Ten Thousand Islands, and the Everglades
From $2,385,000
Within walking or biking distance of the beach
Pelican Marsh
This premier, private, gated community, made up of more than 1,000 acres of lush landscaping, numerous lakes and an award-winning nature preserve, is centrally located in Naples. www.PelicanMarsh.net Peaceful estate living in a Naples wooded setting with many pine trees and small lakes. Comprised of large parcels of land with an average lot size of one acre. www.JRWPineRidge.net True tropical living is what you experience in this unique, non-gated boating community located in South Naples off U.S. 41. A world away from the hustle of the city yet just a short drive away from all the conveniences.
Port Royal
Perfectly situated at the southern end of Naples, between the Gulf of Mexico and Naples Bay, is this prestigious Naples landmark considered one of the finest neighborhoods in the world. www.NaplesPortRoyal.com
Single-family estates
Very active tennis and fitness center that offers spa services and social events. Basketball, shuffle board, a playground and three community activity centers. Dining options include the Dining Room, Grille Room and Grille Terrace.
Biking and jogging paths, community pool, lighted sidewalks, and tennis courts.
The Port Royal Club offers tennis courts, formal and informal dining facilities, an Olympic pool and beach access.
Single-family An exclusive development encompassing 640 acres estates with each residence overlooking the golf course. Non profit, private member golf and country club, totally owned by the club membership. www.QuailCreek.net
Condos from $120,000 Single-family homes from $585,000
Two Arthur Hills-designed 18-hole courses
Custom estate Recognized in many parts of the world for its opulent homes, estatesized homesites country club lifestyle, this premier community is situated on hundreds of naturally wooded acres on the edge of Bonita Springs. www.QuailWest.net
From $755,000
36 holes designed by Arthur Hills
Quail Creek Country Club
Quail West
44,000-square-foot clubhouse, featuring the Tabebuia Dining Room, the Garden Dining Room, three private dining rooms, a lounge, and a golf shop; plus a 14,000-square-foot tennis clubhouse and fitness center featuring steam rooms, saunas, four indoor racquetball courts and a pool. At its heart is a very elegant 70,000-square-foot clubhouse containing several dining rooms and fitness facilities as well as a natatorium with a Junior Olympic-size pool and mineral spa. Also, eight red clay tennis courts.
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An upscale community centered around two large lakes, one encompassing 230 acres, the other 90 acres, nestled east of Interstate 75 off Immokalee Road.
Royal Harbor
Comprised of approximately 420 waterfront homes, this community is enticing for boating enthusiasts due to its direct access to Naples Bay, the inland waterway, and the Gulf of Mexico. www.RoyalHarbor.net
home style
Estate homes, single-family homes, villas, coach homes
Condos from $219,000 Single-family homes from $395,000
Single-family homes, condos
Condos from $160,000 Single-family homes from $545,000
Single-family homes Tucked behind cascading waterfalls, sparkling fountains, nature preserves and scenery encompassing over six acres, this private, gated community is just a few minutes east of Interstate 75 in North Naples. Single-family Stonebridge Country Club estate homes, A prestigious community in North Naples, carefully garden planned, within minutes of the beach, schools condominiums, and shopping. Ownership comes with full golf and coach homes, country club membership. attached and www.StoneBridgeGolf.net detached villas A gated, golf course community located in North Naples off Immokalee Road with easy access to beaches, shopping and dining. www.TheStrandGolf.com
Tarpon Cove Yacht & Racquet Club
Located along the natural coastal area of DelnorWiggins State Park in Naples, this 121-acre development is surrounded by nature.
Tiburon Golf Club
Centrally located in North Naples, this over 600-acre community offers a legendary amenity package and is home to the world-renowned Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort.
amenities
Hurdzan-Fry designed, 18-hole course; Beach Club features a white sand beach, a lap pool and a resort pool; the lakes offer power boating, water skiing, and fishing The Golf Lodge features formal dining, a bar and grille, billiards room, and pro shop; the Tennis Lodge offers six lighted, soft surface courts. Deep-water canals make for excellent boating
From $240,000
Club Saturnia Grande offers two pools, a wading pool, a hot tub, fitness room, billiards room, dance room, arts and crafts room, card room, two saunas, four massage rooms, a ballroom, tennis courts, a play area, basketball court and an internet café.
Condos from $159,000 Single-family homes from $319,000
18-hole course
Single-family homes, condos, detached villas
Condos from $182,000 Single-family homes from $210,000
Gordon Lewis-designed, 27-hole course
Single-family homes, attached and detached villas, townhouses, coach homes, and high-rise and mid-rise condos
Condos from $160,000 Single-family homes from $299,000
Free beach shuttle service to Delnor-Wiggins Beach and Barefoot Beach
Single-family estate homes, Mediterraneaninspired villas and luxury mid-rise condos; custom singlefamily and estate homesites
Condos from $250,000 Single-family homes from $899,000
36 holes of golf designed by Greg Norman; Luxury beach transport service
Saturnia Lakes
The Strand
Estimated Starting price
A gracious 20,000-square-foot clubhouse, five lighted HarTru tennis courts, and Olympic proportioned pool and several neighborhood pools.
55,000-square-foot clubhouse featuring pro shop, dining rooms, a ballroom, a boardroom, and a multi-media center. Har-Tru tennis courts, a full basketball court, fitness facility, Junior Olympic size pool, practice range and putting green. Shopping center and professional park fronting the community.
Yacht and Racquet Club, a private waterfront club offering tennis, fitness, swimming, dining, water sports, spa services and social activities.
Residents enjoy fine and casual dining, fitness, spa services, and member concierge services. Tiburon is home to the renowned golf tournament, the Shark Shootout, a PGA tour event.
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Single-family Created in the image of the Tuscan countryside, the estates, villas grounds are highlighted by courtyards, fountains and gardens allowing its residents to imagine themselves in Tuscany, Italy. A classic country club community designed to be a golfer’s paradise nestled east of Interstate 75 on Immokalee Road in Naples.
Vanderbilt Country Club
Off Collier Boulevard in Naples, this gated community takes pride in preserving native pines and palmettos and is proud about its acres of shimmering lakes and nature preserves.
amenities
Villas from $1,250,000 Single-family homes from $1,300,000
18 holes of golf designed by Greg Norman and Pete Dye
Condos, detached villas, single-family estate homes
Condos from $250,000 Single-family homes from $399,000
Two 18-hole courses designed by Jack Nicklaus, Jack Nicholas II and Steve Smyers
Single-family homes, carriage homes, villas
Villas from $119,000 Single-family homes from $340,000
Gordon Lewis-designed, 18-hole course
Tuscany Reserve
Twin Eagles
Estimated Starting price
A fully-appointed fitness and aerobics center, a clubhouse which features casual and formal dining, a spa and a pool.
A 47,000-square-foot clubhouse offering both formal and casual dining rooms, a fitness center and Har-Tru tennis courts.
Six Har-Tru tennis courts, social and event rooms, a resort-style pool
Verona Walk
Single-family Townhouses from homes, patio and $170,000 town homes Single-family homes from $215,000
Walking/jogging paths, 24-hour security gate, a Town Center with a basketball court, 24-hour ATM, post office, marketplace and café, gas pumps, bank, tennis courts, a resort-style pool and a fitness room.
The Vineyards
Estates, singlefamily homes, villas, coach homes, condos
Condos from $130,000 Single-family homes from $190,000
Two 18-hole courses
Condos
From $65,000
Just minutes away from downtown Naples and Marco Island, this gated, lakefront community is DiVosta built.
Boasting an impressive 1,375 acres of land nestled within the heart of Naples, this community features 39 neighborhoods with residences offering golf and water views. www.TheVineyards.net
Wilderness Country Club
Despite being in the heart of Naples, this residential community and country club offers a quiet serenity generated by the lush greenery that enfolds it. www.WildernessGolf.com
Windstar on Naples Bay
With 554 residences spread across 320 acres of land bordering Naples Bay, Windstar offers expansive views yet is carefully planned to maximize privacy. www.WindstarClubGolf.com
Wyndemere Country Club
A private, well-established, gated golf country club community in the heart of Naples with 634 residences entirely controlled and managed by its residents. www.Wyndemere.net
At its heart is a 60,000-square-foot clubhouse featuring fitness and massage rooms and several dining options. Lighted Har-Tru tennis courts, 32 acres of parks and miles of walking and biking trails, too. Anchoring the community is a shopping center, an elementary school and Physicians Regional Medical Center. Arthur Hills-designed, 18-hole course Omni tennis courts, five heated swimming pools and a full-service clubhouse with formal and informal dining options. There’s also a fully-stocked library and a full activity schedule.
Waterfront estates, singlefamily homes, villas, coach homes, condos
Condos from $150,000 Single-family homes from $360,000
Tom Fazio-designed, 18-hole course; Deep-water marina with 72 slips with direct access to Naples Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Boat shuttle to Keewaydin Island.
Single-family estate homes, condos, villas
Condos from $85,000 Single-family homes from $290,000
Three 9-hole layouts all designed by Arthur Hills
A 33,000-square-foot clubhouse features casual and formal dining, full pro shop and complete exercise and tennis facilities.
The elegant clubhouse offers distinct dining experiences, both formal and casual, plus there are 12 Har-Tru tennis courts, a 6,200-square-foot fitness center, a heated pool and an outdoor spa.
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Single-familiy homes, villas, condos
Condos from $600,000 Single-family homes from $700,000
Directly on the beach
Single-family homes, mid-rise and high-rise condos, carriage homes
Condos from $125,000 Single-family homes from $200,000
Five championship course, two off-site; Three water front parks, full-service marina with ship’s store, beach park
Custom estates, A 2,492-acre, master-planned community in Bonita single-family homes, detached Springs offering four gated communities: Shadow Wood, Spring Run, Lighthouse Bay and Copperleaf. villas, condos, coach homes
Condos from $140,000 Single-family homes from $385,000
54 holes of golf; The Commons Beach Club, private club on the Gulf of Mexico
Towers, midrises, estate homes, custom home sites
Condos from $339,000 Single-family homes from $899,000
18 holes of golf designed by renowned architect Jerry Pate; 34-acre island beach park
Custom estates, single-family homes, single and two-story condos
Condos from $39,000 Single-family homes from $290,000
Two courses
Single-family homes from $150,000
Tom Fazio-designed, 18-hole course
Barefoot Beach
Located off Bonita Beach Road, this 450-acre site boasts lush landscape, views of the Gulf of Mexico and back bays, and three miles of pristine beach.
Bonita Bay
On the west side of U.S. 41, just a few minutes north of Naples, is this 2,400-acre community dedicated to maintaining the natural beauty of Southwest Florida. www.BonitaB.net
The Brooks
The Colony Golf & Bay Club
Recreation, rejuvenation and relaxation are at the heart of The Colony lifestyle which rests on U.S. 41 between Naples and Fort Myers.
Fiddlesticks Country Club
Located off Daniels Parkway, just minutes from the Southwest Florida International Airport, is this established and secure community that is memberowned and operated.
Gateway Golf & Country Club Single-family homes Nestled east of Interstate 75 off Daniels Parkway, Gateway offers a superior location with a superb mix of residential, educational, business and recreational opportunities.
Estate homes, A private, gated community located in Estero that is carriage homes, close to everything that Southwest Florida offers for coach homes, low-rise condos living a grand life.
Grandezza
Harbour Golf & Country Club
This neighborhood and surrounding estuaries and beaches provide the ultimate Old Florida lifestyle. Nestled on the shores of the Caloosahatchee River and only 4.5 nautical miles from the Gulf of Mexico it offers an extraordinary waterfront lifestyle.
Single-family homes
Condos from $155,000 Single-family homes from $250,000 Single-family homes from $139,000
Clubhouse located on the beach offers dining options, a heated resort-style pool, and tennis courts.
Miles of nature trails for hiking and biking, and an award-winning butterfly garden. Country club memberships are offered in three categories: golf, tennis, and social.
A 30,000-square-foot clubhouse with restaurant, lounge, private dining room, locker rooms, and a nine-court tennis complex. Fitness center.
Offers two award-winning clubs, including the Bay Club dining facility with views of Estero Bay and the 28,000-square-foot Country Club; a sports and fitness center and tennis. Beyond golf, there is a newer tennis and fitness center, a junior Olympic pool, and a children’s playground. There are also various dining options from casual balcony dining to intimate, formal dining.
Within Gateway you’ll find walking trails, parks and soccer fields, a clubhouse with fitness center, resort-style pool, playground and outdoor pavilion. Modern conveniences such as schools, daycare, doctor’s offices, stores and other businesses are right in your back yard. 18-hole course The 53,000-square-foot Renaissance clubhouse offers dining options.
Chip Powell-designed, 18-hole course; Private island beach; Canalfront water access Waterfront pool and Tiki hut, fully-equipped fitness center, luxurious spa, tennis facility and yacht basin.
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Started in 1999 and completed in 2006, this gated community in Fort Myers, located between Colonial and Daniels on Six Mile Cypress, offers 1,662 residences.
home style Single-family homes, twin villas, twostory verandahs, condos
Single-family homes, coach A private, member-owned, gated community located homes, villas, near U.S. 41 and Bonita Beach Road that’s centrally condos located to all Southwest Florida has to offer.
Highland Woods Golf and Country Club
Estimated Starting price Two 18-hole courses
Condos from $89,900 Single-family homes from $220,000
Gordon Lewis-designed, 18-hole course
Legends Golf & Country Club Single-family Located in Fort Myers, just south of Daniels Parkway, Legends is surrounded by lush fairways, blue lakes and majestic cypress preserves in a championship golf course community.
Lehigh Acres
Situated 12 miles east of Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres is a very young community that still offers lots of vacant lots to build custom single-family homes.
amenities
Condos from $100,000 Single-family homes from $300,000
Fitness, community pool, clubhouse.
Year-around activities, including swimming, water aerobics, tennis and exercise at the fitness center all within the 14,000-square-foot clubhouse; bocce ball court, dining rooms, seven pools and walking trails.
Condos from homes, villas and $120,000 condos Single-family homes from $170,000
Joe Lee-designed course
Single-family homes, villas, condos, town homes
175 miles of freshwater canals
From $50,000
Clubhouse, swimming pool with tropical waterfall and hot tub, a tennis facility with six courts and a pro shop, and a fitness center.
Plenty of shops, restaurants and recreational activities.
Single-family From $250,000 homes, villas, Just off Gladiolus Drive and Summerlin Road, this well-established, prestigious, gated golf course com- condos, carriage munity takes center stage. Within minutes of Sanibel homes Island and Fort Myers Beach.
Gordon Lewis-designed, 18-hole course; The Island Club offers a sandy beach
Single-family An exclusive, yet quaint boating community located homes just one miles from Bonita Beach. Perfect for nature lovers, residents spot a variety of fish and wildlife right outside their door.
From $399,000
Many residences come with their own boat dock; canals wind through neighborhoods
From $190,000
The 5,000-square-foot clubhouse is complete with a resort-style pool, fitness center, library and social room.
Condos from $200,000 Single-family homes from $375,000
Arthur Hills-designed, 18-hole course; swimming, boating, sailing, waterskiing and fishing among the 700 acres of lakes
Lexington Country Club
Little Hickory Shores
Meadows of Estero
Located on U.S. 41 ad Williams Road, this gated, Mediterranean-inspired community winds around sparkling lakes and nature preserves.
Coach homes
Estate homes, single-family One of the most unique and remarkable communi- homes, villas, coach homes, ties in all of Southwest Florida with over 700 acres of contiguous freshwater lakes, three miles of sandy beachfront cotbeach, bringing Florida living right to your doorstep. tages
Miromar Lakes Beach and Golf Club
Twelve lighted tennis courts, six heated pools, a fitness center and three bocce courts. Main clubhouse offers dining options, a lounge and a verandah.
A 39,000-square-foot Beach Club, Blue Water Beach Grill, European-style spa with full-service beauty salon and fitness center, 10,000-square-foot, zero-edge, infinity pool. Concierge services, tennis, volleyball, basketball courts, a children’s playground.
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home style
Estimated Starting price
amenities
Estate homes, villas, coach homes, condos
Condos from $215,000 Single-family homes from $360,000
27 holes of golf designed by Gordon Lewis
Lake front singlefamily homes, detached and attached villas, carriage homes, garden condos
Condos from $90,000 Single-family homes from $140,000
Pitch and putt golf, heated pool, fishing pier with gazebo, beach, volleyball, playground and picnic area with barbecue pavilion, racquetball, basketball, tennis, walking and biking paths, shuffleboard, a fitness center and a clubhouse.
Condos from $189,000 Single-family homes from $385,000
The 26,000-square-foot Village Center offers a 90-seat movie theater, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a free-form pool with separate spa, a pool side Tiki bar, a luxurious spa facility, casual and formal dining options, an internet café, coffee shop and ice cream parlor.
Single-family homes, villas, coach homes, garden condos, mid-rise condos, bayfront high-rise condos
Condos from $159,000 Single-family homes from $170,000
36 holes of golf; A pristine 34-acre Gulf island beach park at the northern end of Big Hickory Island accessible by boat shuttles
Designed with you in mind, this community offers a unique combination of natural beauty and luxury coupled with one of the largest recreation complexes in South Florida.
Estate homes, single-family homes, villas, condos, carriage and cottage homes
Condos from $125,000 Single-family homes from $340,000
27 holes of golf
Pelican Sound Golf & River Club
Condos & single family homes
Condos from $135,000 Single-family homes from $325,000
27 holes of golf; boat ramp on the Estero River, boat storage and a canoe club
From $160,000
Beach shuttle
Palmira Golf & Country Club
Located in southern Lee County off Bonita Beach Road two miles east of Interstate 75, this golf community is comprised of 13 different neighborhoods.
Parker Lakes
With 30 acres of sparkling lakes in its 230 masterplanned acres, this Fort Myers community off Gladilous Drive is an amenity-laden community with low monthly fees.
Single-family A vibrant, uniquely designed community in the heart homes, flats, town homes, of south Fort Myers on Daniels Parkway close to casitas shopping, the beaches and all the attractions of Southwest Florida.
Paseo
Pelican Landing
Encompassing 2,365 acres in Bonita Springs, this carefully planned and preserved community is bordered on the south by Spring Creek and the west by Estero Bay. www.PelicanLanding.net
Pelican Preserve
Centrally located between Naples and Fort Myers, this 547-acre gated community is one of the largest, member-owned golf communities in Southwest Florida. www.PelicanSound.net
Rapallo at Coconut Point
Located in the new Miracle Mile of Southwest Florida, this Mediterranean-style resort community features all of the amenities of a five-star resort. Within walking distance of Coconut Point Mall.
Condos, coach homes, carriage homes, villas
A 30,000-square-foot clubhouse offers fine and casual dining, lounges and cards and billiards rooms. The Renaissance Center Club includes a resort-style lagoon pool, a lap pool, a fullyequipped fitness center, meeting rooms and a grill and bar for refreshments.
The tennis center offers 12 courts open to residents and their guests seven days a week. The sailing center offers lessons and the ability for licensed sailors to check out a vessel. The fitness center boasts 3,200-square-feet of state-of-the-art equipment and classes. The community center offers meeting space inside and bocce courts outside.
The Plaza del Sol Town Center features a spectacular array of amenities in a central location, including indoor and outdoor pools, dining, a 99-seat movie theater, fitness center, spa services, indoor fitness track, softball field, game room, outdoor amphitheater, craft studios and tennis courts.
Six Har-Tru tennis courts, six pools, a fitness center, a Golf Club, and the River Club.
Two lagoon-style pools, rock grotto waterfalls, Junior Olympic lap pool, fitness center, sauna and massage rooms, bocce ball courts, fishing piers and jogging paths.
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home style
Estimated Starting price
Estate homes, From $599,000 Located off Daniels Parkway just west of Interstate executive homes, villas and coach 75 in Fort Myers is this private, gated golf community situated around natural preserve and lake areas. homes
Renaissance
amenities rthur Hills-designed, 18-hole course Clubhouse features a lagoon-style resort pool and spa, fitness facility, locker rooms, steam and massage rooms, and full-service restaurant.
The Residences at Bell Tower Park
Carriage and Condos from Lake side clubhouse, heated pool and in-ground spa, 3 miles of courtyard homes $165,000 walking trails, Har-Tru tennis courts, children’s play area and an Single-family homes oversized deck with tiki hut. from $229,000
The Residences at Coconut Point
Condos
From $160,000
A European-style pool, private lanais and rooftop decks.
Spanish Wells
ingle-family homes, villas, condos
Condos from $140,000 Single-family homes from $300,000
27 holes of golf
Single-family homes, condos
Condos from $100,000 Single-family homes from $440,000
18 holes of golf
Condos
From $339,000
Waterside dock, private fishing pier
Just outside this 126-acre gated community are unique shopping and entertainment districts of Fort Myers.
The ultimate in convenient living, this community is located within the popular and upscale Coconut Point Mall which boasts 1.2 million square feet of retail and office space. Located on Bonita Beach Road, Spanish Wells is an upscale, gated community whose design was inspired and named after a Bahamian Island, giving it a true tropical feel.
Vasari Country Club
A private, gated golf course community off Bonita Beach Road, master-planned around a 40-acre lake and encompassing over 375 acres of wildlife preserves.
Waterside at Bay Beach
Luxury waterfront living on one of Florida’s most beautiful peninsula’s nestled between the Gulf of Mexico and Estero Bay.
West Bay Beach & Golf Club
A private, gated golf community consisting of 868 acres with breathtaking views of the Estero River, Estero Bay and Halfway Creek.
Wildcat Run
Located just off Corkscrew Road in Estero, this exclusive, gated golfing community offers a lushly landscaped setting with meandering boulevards traversing its 500 acres.
Worthington Country Club
A bundled community offering an active and affordable lifestyle located in the quaint city of Bonita Springs convenient to Naples and Fort Myers. www.WorthingtonGolf.net
A 32,000-square-foot clubhouse includes dining, social programs, tennis and fitness. A community pool, 24-7 security, and a social club.
Six tennis courts, weight training and fitness center, pool with spa, children’s pool, and playground. Clubhouse includes dining, dance floor, locker rooms, library and business center.
Health and fitness room, tennis courts and a pool.
Single-family homes, villas, carriage homes
Condos from $625,000 Single-family homes from $435,000
Pete and P.B. Dye-designed, 18-hole course; private Beach House on Hickory Island
Single-family homes, coach homes, attached villas, condos
Condos from $189,000 Single-family homes from $400,000
Arnold Palmer-designed, 18-hole course
Estate homes, single-family homes, villas, carriage homes, condos
Condos from $95,000 Single-family homes from $230,000
18-hole course redesigned by Chip Powell in 2002
A clubhouse with a restaurant, bar and sun deck, Olympic-sized pool with spa, children’s pool, and tennis courts.
The 26,000-square-foot clubhouse features a restaurant, bar and grill, and pro shop. Fitness center, pool and tennis courts, and a tennis pro shop. Residents enjoy year-round dining and bar facilities and regularly scheduled activities. A large heated pool and spa are next to the clubhouse.
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John R. Wood Realtors & Its Business Partners Element Funding • Element Funding offers a better way for the mortgage professional to serve the home buyer on a local level, while having the power of a national mortgage bank. Their goal is to provide the home buyer with the most experienced loan experts, the lowest rates possible for a wide variety of mortgage programs, unbeatable service levels, and a worry-free home financing experience. Element Funding is a high powered mortgage company … with a hometown feel! For more information, call your John R. Wood sales associate or visit. www.ElementFunding.com. Home Trust Warranty • A HomeTrust Warranty protects you and your family against financial setbacks due to costly repair or replacement of covered appliances and major systems. The HomeTrust Warranty protects the seller during the listing period and the buyer for a full year, beginning the day of closing. With so many unknowns, a HomeTrust Warranty gives you peace of mind. For more information, call your John R. Wood sales associate or visit www.HomeTrustWarranty.com. First Boston Title • First Boston Title ensures a timely closing dedicated to serving the needs of all parties necessary to the transaction. For more information, call (239) 596-3650 or visit www.FirstBostonTitle.com.
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Buying in Southwest Florida? Get Pre-Approved John R. Wood Realtors recommends that before you begin house hunting, you should begin the loan pre-approval process. Getting pre-approved requires that a lender verify your financial information, and it serves as their commitment to lend a specified amount based on that information. It will give you a number of advantages: • First - When you do find a property, sellers will take your offer more seriously because you have a lender that is committed to backing your offer. • Second - It does give the assurance that you’re looking at homes that you can confidently afford to finance. Your efforts will be focused on properties matching your purchasing ability. • Third - You will have a significant edge over other buyers who aren’t pre-approved. In situations where there are multiple offers on a property, this can be the difference between having your offer accepted and losing that property to another buyer. We’re eager to help you get pre-approved.
Moving to the area? John R. Wood Realtors will help you find the right community or neighborhood. There are many great neighborhoods and communities in the Southwest Florida area. When you are coming from outside the region, finding the right one is a challenge. We can help you understand all the options, from beautiful suburbs and subdivisions to city neighborhoods and specific condominiums. Our staff of real estate professionals can provide you with insights into local schools, transportation, amenities, and more. We know that these decisions are important, which is why so many families choose John R. Wood Realtors to help them move to Southwest Florida.
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Important Numbers We know your life is busy and we are here to make it easier for you. This is a quick reference guide for those important phone numbers that can help answer the questions: Who picks up my garbage? How do I get a Florida driver’s license? And, one of the most important, “Who can get me connected to high speed Internet?”
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Im p o rtant P h o n e N u m b e r s Naples & Marco
Tax Collector (239) 252-8171
Beach Parking Stickers (239) 252-8999
Telephone Century Link: (800) 339-1811
Boat Registration (239) 252-8176
Vehicle Registration (239) 252-8177
Bus Transportation Collier Area Transit (CAT): (239) 252-8192 Cable television Comcast Cable: (239) 793-3577 Declaration of Domicile (239) 252-8999 Driver’s License (239) 434-4600 Electric Florida Power and Light: (239) 262-1322, (800) 468-8243 Lights Out: (800) 468-8243 Fishing/Hunting License (239) 252-8176 Garbage Collection City of Naples: (239) 213-1800 Collier County Solid Waste Department: (239) 403-2367 Government Center (239) 774-8999 Occupational License (239) 252-2477 Passports (239) 252-8946 Post Office (239) 435-2100, (800) 275-8777 Marco Island: (239) 393-2079 Social Security (800) 772-1213
Voter Registration (239) 252-8450 Water City (Naples): (239) 213-4700 County: (239) 732-2558 Water/Sewer City (Naples): (239) 213-1800 County: (239) 403-2380 Marco Island: (239) 394-3168 City Offices City of Naples: (239) 213-1015 Bus Transportation LeeTran (239) 533-8726
Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, Estero, Sanibel & Captiva Cable Television Comcast Cable: (239) 432-9277 Declaration of Domicile (239) 533-5000
Fishing/Hunting License (888) HUNT-FLORIDA: (486-8356) (888) FISH-FLORIDA: (347-4356)
Voter Registration (239) 533-8683
Garbage Collection Unincorporated Lee County, Bonita Springs & Fort Myers Beach Onyx Waste Services (Area 1, 4): (239) 334-1224 Florida Recycling, Inc. (Area 2, 3, 5): (239) 332-8500
Water - Town of Fort Myers Beach (239) 463-9914
Cape Coral Waste Management (239) 334-4115 Captiva Florida Recycling, Inc.: (239) 332-8500
Water - Pine Island Greater Pine Island Water Assoc.: (239) 283-1071 Gateway Services District: (239) 561-1313 Water/Sewer Sanibel Sanibel Sewer: (239) 472-1008
Fort Myers Sanitation (239) 332-6837
Town of Fort Myers Beach Lee County Utilities: (239) 936-0247
Sanibel Florida Recycling, Inc.: (239) 332-8500
Pine Island Lee County Utilities: (239) 936-0247
Government Center (239) 533-2737
Gateway Services District Lee County Utilities: (239) 936-0247
Occupational License (239) 533-6000 Passports (239) 533-5000 Post Office (800) 275-8777 Social Security (888) 318-9114
Driver’s License (239) 533-6000
Tax Collector (239) 533-6000
Electric Florida Power and Light (239) 334-7754, (800) 468-8243
Telephone Century Link: (800) 366-8201
Lee County Electric Cooperative, Inc. (239) 656-2300, (800) 599-2356
Water - Sanibel Island Water Association (239) 472-1502
City Offices City of Bonita Springs: (239) 949-6262 City of Cape Coral: (239) 574-0401 City of Sanibel: (239) 472-4135 City of Fort Myers: (239) 321-7000
Vehicle Registration (239) 533-6000
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Education Former Governor Jeb Bush declared, “The state of education in Florida is stronger than ever.” Southwest Florida schools truly are a testament to that statement. Area schools are among the best in the state when it comes to providing individual assistance to students. School curriculums offer a broad variety of subjects in an attempt to mold a well-rounded student. Literally thousands of students attend class at more than 100 elementary, middle, and high schools around the area. Florida Gulf Coast University, Edison State College, Hodges University, Southwest Florida College, Rasmussen College and Ave Maria University are the area’s premier higher learning facilities. Each year, the universities provide a variety of challenging courses and varied majors.
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Collier County Public Schools Naples, Marco Island
www.CollierSchools.com Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Administrative Center 5775 Osceola Trail, Naples, FL 34109 Phone (239) 377-0001 Fax (239) 377-0181 webmaster@collierschools.com
Lee County Public Schools
Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, Estero, Sanibel Island, Captiva Island
www.LeeSchools.net Lee County Public Education Center 2855 Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33966 Phone: 239-334-1102 Fax: 239-337-8300
Private Schools in Collier and Lee Counties www.FloridaSmart.com www.PrivateSchoolReview.com Upon moving to Florida, students should be registered for school. Parents can call (239) 334-1102 to find out which school their children will be attending. Students in kindergarten and first grade must provide birth certificates. Proof of residency must be provided (i.e., Declaration of Domicile, proof that a home has been purchased, or living quarters have been leased), social security numbers, a Certificate of Immunization, and proof of a physical examination within the previous year. Students do not need transcripts. The school will send for them.
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Co l l eg e s an d U n i v e r s iti e s Ave Maria University 877-283-8648 • www.Naples.AveMaria.edu Ave Maria University is a vibrant university located in beautiful southwest Florida. It is an academic institution that pledges faithfulness to the teachings of the Church and is committed to offering one of the finest classical liberal arts curricula available, as well as opportunities for specialized study in all of the sciences, social sciences, and humanities. The university’s superb faculty, challenging curriculum, professional staff, and a student community where it is easy to form lasting friendships, provide graduates with a training that empowers them to step out into the working world as future leaders and wealthcreators, with a solid understanding of contemporary challenges, and a strong confidence in their own intellectual training and foundation. Edison State College 239-732-3701 • www.Edison.edu With the first students admitted to Edison in the fall of 1962, Edison State College offers Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, and Baccalaureate degrees, as well as various certificate programs. The Lee County Campus has twenty-four permanent structures including the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. The Collier County Campus opened in March of 1992. This beautiful campus is located on a 80-acre site near State Road 951 and Rattlesnake Hammock Road, in east Naples. The Charlotte County Campus opened in 1997. Located on a wooded site on Airport Road in Punta Gorda, the campus is an excellent addition to the Charlotte area. Edison also provides services to students in Hendry and Glades counties. Edison State College is governed by its District Board of Trustees composed of nine representatives from Charlotte, Collier, Hendry, Glades and Lee Counties. Florida Gulf Coast University 800-590-3428 • www.fgcu.edu Florida Gulf Coast University, with its innovative programs, technology friendly campus, and outstanding faculty, is one of the most exciting educational environments in America. FGCU, a member of the State University System of Florida, is a comprehensive university created to address the educational needs of the rapidly growing Southwest Florida population. Classrooms showcase state-of-the-art multimedia instructional systems that feature Internet access, document cameras, and audio/video presentations. Hodges University 239-513-1122 • www.Hodges.edu With Campuses in Naples and Fort Myers, Hodges University offers Associate in Science, Bachelor of Science, and masterlevel degree programs in career-related disciplines. In addition to granting degrees, the college offers continuing education programs which include instruction in English as a second or foreign language and lifelong learning classes for senior citizens. Specifically designed programs and special courses are also available to businesses and professional firms seeking instruction or personalized seminars. They have a Program Participation Agreement with the U.S. Department of Education for eligible students to receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans). Rasmussen College 239-477-2100 • www.Rasmussen.edu The Fort Myers, FL college campus is located in Lee County south of Port Charlotte and just north of Naples and Colonial Boulevard off I-75. With a solid reputation as a popular tourist attraction, the area’s employment opportunities continue to rise, giving campus graduates more options for starting their careers. Offering both on campus and online Bachelor’s and Associate’s degrees, the Fort Myers campus provides students with indemand degree options in areas such as; medical, business, design and information systems. SouthWest Florida College 888-526-7973 • www.swfc.edu Southwest Florida College is an accredited private institution of higher learning that is listening to employers and providing its students with lifetime career placement assistance in today’s most demanding career fields. The college is centrally located in Bonita Springs, Fort Myers, Tampa, Port Charlotte, and includes the Institute of Interior Design located within the Miromar Design Center in Estero. Career training is offered in fields such as Health Care, Business, Design, Education, Information Technology and Legal Studies.
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Hospitals Southwest Florida has some of the finest health care facilities in the nation. Facilities are numerous and their locations are scattered throughout both counties. You will not have to travel far if an emergency should arise. For routine, preventative, major or minor illnesses, Southwest Florida medical centers and doctor’s offices are plentiful.
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H o s p ita l s Naples collier regional medical center 239-354-6000 www.CollierRegional.com Collier Regional Medical Center will open in early 2007. It will be a state-of-the-art, 100-bed acute care hospital that will serve the health care needs of Collier County. This advanced medical center will have emergency services, outpatient services, and obstetrical services as well as a host of other advanced care services. Kidsville Pediatric Center 239-513-7000 or 888-543-7845 KIDSVILLE offers pediatric medical care in a kid-friendly environment. KIDSVILLE is staffed by Miami Children’s Hospital physicians and the North Collier Hospital of the NCH Hospital’s emergency pediatric trained nurses. KIDSVILLE is a pediatric after-hours care facility in cooperation with pediatricians. KIDSVILLE is open when your pediatrician’s office is closed. Naples Community Hospital Healthcare System 239-436-5430 www.nchmd.org (NCH to the locals) boasts some of the region’s most outstanding health care facilities. More than 500 physicians serve two hospitals and 26 satellite branches. NCH is recognized as a leader in a comprehensive, integrated range of services. NCH Naples Campus 239-436-5000 www.nchmd.org NCH Naples Campus has more than 500 physicians, 4,000 highly trained employees, and 1,900 volunteers who comprise the outstanding medical team at this 390-bed hospital. Specialties include cardiology, oncology, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, psychiatry, pediatric emergency medicine, surgery, diagnostics, and more. Physicians Regional Medical Center 239-348-4000 www.PhysiciansRegional.com Physicians Regional Medical Center is an advanced medical center with access to the latest health-oriented technology. It provides general medical and surgical care for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency room patients. 48 relocation guide
Regional Heart Institute 239-436-5000 www.nchmd.org
HealthPark Care Center 239-433-4647 www.LeeMemorial.org
The NCH Naples Campus is home to one of the most successful cardiac programs in the nation. Its mortality rate is less than half of the national average, and it is consistently rated as a five-star program by independent rating agencies.
HealthPark Care Center is a 112-bed facility offering all the services of a skilled nursing home. It focuses on the rehabilitation of its patients enabling them to either return home or progress to a retirement community. It offers the most current and comprehensive geriatric treatment.
Fort Myers & Bonita Springs Bonita Community Health Center 239-949-1050 www.BonitaHealthCenter.com The Bonita Community Health Center was established by a partnership between health care professionals of NCH Healthcare System and Lee Memorial Health System. The center offers a walk-in clinic, day surgery, endoscopy, and radiology areas. The state-of–the-art facility is equipped with highly advanced technology with all the patients’ needs in mind. Cape Coral Hospital 239-574-2323 Cape Coral Hospital combines the latest in medical technology with caring and respect for its patients. It has been recognized as one of the 100 top hospitals in the U.S. and one of the top 100 hospitals in orthopedics. It has served Lee County for over 20 years and offers 281 beds, all private. Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida 239-433-7799 www.LeeMemorial.org/ChildrenHospital Constructed in 1992 as a part of HealthPark Medical Center, the Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida utilizes an interdisciplinary/ integrated team approach in offering family-centered care from birth through 18 years of age. Gulf Coast Hospital 239-768-5000 www.GulfCoastHospital.org Gulf Coast Hospital offers a wide variety of services including surgical, family health, pediatric emergency, and diagnostic.
HealthPark Medical Center 239-433-7799 The largest hospital expansion to date in Lee County has been completed at HealthPark Medical Center (HPMC). The expanded, stateof-the-art hospital incorporates advanced technology, especially in children’s care and cardiac care. HealthPark Medical Center has been recognized as one of the 100 Top Hospitals for Cardiology and Intensive Care. Lehigh Regional Medical Center 239-369-2101 Lehigh Regional’s mission is to provide quality health care through service, compassion and commitment. It has employed a staff that thrives on helping others. From its emergency room to its intensive care unit to its chest pain center and senior center, the staff at Lehigh strives to go beyond the service its patients expect. Lee Memorial Hospital 239-332-1111 www.LeeMemorial.org Lee Memorial is a 367-room hospital that provides immediate care 24 hours a day. It has received national recognition as one of the top 100 hospitals in the nation. The services the hospital offers include in-and out-patient surgery, emergency and urgent care, trauma, cancer, and many more. The Rehabilitation Hospital 239-336-6900 The Rehabilitation Hospital is located at Lee Memorial Hospital and offers a 60-bed inpatient medical rehabilitation setting. It specializes in comprehensive, cost effective and outcome oriented services that enable patients to live at their highest level of independence within the community.
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Elder Care
Even while younger people, middle-aged, and retiree folks are flocking to Southwest Florida to make their home in paradise, the need is also recognized for those who are older or may need elder care. There are many elder care facilities available, and if there is a need for more, Southwest Florida is no stranger in responding to any development need. www.JohnRWood.com/ElderCare or www.FloridaSmart.com
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Hotels
Many major hotels are represented in Southwest Florida. The following are some of our favorites‌
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H ote l s Edgewater Beach Hotel, Naples 239-403-2000 www.EdgewaterNaples.com
This hotel is a popular all-suite hotel directly on the beach. It has an excellent location near Lowdermilk Park in the heart of Naples.
Hampton Inn & Suites, Fort Myers Beach 239-437-8888, 800-HAMPTON www.HamptonInn.com/FtMyers
The Hampton Inn & Suites offers 42 suites that sleep up to six people per room. An exercise gym, heated outdoor pool, safe deposit box, and express checkout are just some of the accommodations for visitors. It is conveniently located only four miles to Fort Myers Beach and Sanibel-Captiva Islands.
Bellasera Resort, Naples 888-627-1595 www.BellaeraNaples.com
Tropical elegance, color, and Naples history are evident at the Bellasera. The resort’s Old World charm makes it an ideal place to hold business meetings. Gourmet catering, championship golf, and culinary art events make the hotel one of the most vibrant and exclusive meeting places in the city.
The Bel-Mar, Naples 239-403-4747, 800-403-7430 www.TheBel-Mar.com
Just two short blocks to Naples’ beautiful, sandy beach and picturesque 5th Avenue South, the Bel-Mar offers great location, accommodations, quaintness, value, and Old Naples charm. Guests will enjoy tropical breezes, shelling, fishing, beautiful sunsets, and the relaxing pool at the Bel-Mar.
Inn of Naples
800-895-8858 www.InnOfNaples.com This is a classic Mediterranean style inn with a stunning lobby, deluxe and luxury hotel rooms, and spacious one-and two-bedroom suites. The Inn offers large desks, phones with fax modems, in-room coffee, copier services, voice mail, alarm clock, private balcony, and remote control television with free HBO, and more, including a heated pool, spa, workout room, restaurant and lobby bar, and complimentary continental breakfast.
Hilton Garden Inn, Fort Myers
239-790-3500, 877-782-9444 www.HiltonGardenInn.Hilton.com/FtMyers Located just nine miles from Southwest Florida International Airport, the Hilton Garden Inn Fort Myers Hotel features deluxe accommodations and a relaxed atmosphere. Amenities include complimentary high speed internet access, inroom hospitality center with kitchenette, and a large work desk with desk level outlets.
Inn on Fifth, Naples 888-403-8778, 239-403-8777 www.InnOnFifth.com
In the heart of boutiques, antique shops, and restaurants on fabulous 5th Avenue South, steps away from Cambier Park and the von Liebig Arts Center, and adjacent to the Sugden Community Theatre, home of the Naples Players. Large, elegantly decorated rooms offer sliding French doors to balcony or terrace, three phones with guest voice mail. Hotel amenities include full-service spa/salon, heated pool, and fitness center, plus restaurants McCabe’s Irish Pub and The Grill on Fifth at McCabe’s.
Lemon Tree Inn, Naples 239-262-1414, 888-800-LEMON www.LemonTreeInn.com
Whether you’re seeking a romantic getaway for two, or affordable vacation accommodations for a family of four, the Lemon Tree Inn should be your first stop in Naples. Guests can unwind with a swim in the sparkling pool, relax in the secluded garden courtyard, and enjoy complimentary continental breakfast poolside, all in the center of this tropical paradise. Designed with the architectural influence of Old Florida and set against a backdrop of beautifully landscaped tropical foliage, the Lemon Tree Inn is truly “a touch of Key West in the heart of Old Naples.” Walking distance to 5th Avenue South.
Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort 239-394-5000 www.Hilton.com
The Hilton is located just minutes from the Florida Everglades National Park, Caribbean Gardens, historical downtown Naples and many of the finest golf courses in Southwest Florida. The Hilton offers guests an array of dining, recreation, and entertainment choices that are great for the entire family.
Inn at Pelican Bay, Naples 800-597-8770 www.InnAtPelicanBay.com
Guest privileges at a semi-private championship golf course nearby and conveniently located near the Ritz-Carlton, Vanderbilt Beach, and the public library. Spacious rooms, large TV, in-room movies and games, large desks, two phones with modem hookup, and guest voice mail. The Inn also includes exercise center, heated pool, and spa. www.JohnRWood.com 51
Marco Island Marriott Resort, Golf Club & Spa 239-394-2511, 800-438-4373 www.MarcoIslandMarriott.com
Hotel located directly on the Gulf of Mexico along 3.5 miles of pristine white sand beach. The award-winning resort offers more than 700 rooms and suites, four restaurants, a full-service spa, and an 18-hole championship golf course. The Marco Island Marriott Resort is the perfect location for golfers, families, or for those who want to relax at the spa or lounge on the beach.
Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club 800-455-1546, 239-261-2222 www.NaplesBeachHotel.com
It is the only facility in the heart of Naples that has on-site beach, tennis, and golf. This long time popular hotel is located in the heart of Naples at 851 Gulf Shore Blvd. North. Located on 125 acres of beach paradise, it has 319 rooms and suites, plus 6 Har-Tru tennis courts, four restaurants, cocktail lounges, and a world- class spa. Don’t miss the Summer Jazz on the Gulf series!
Naples Grande Resort & Club 888-722-1267, 239-594-6739 www.NaplesGrandeResort.com
The resort is on the edge of the Gulf of Mexico. All 395 rooms and 29 suites offer breathtaking views of the Gulf with custom furnishings. Guests have access to off-site golf (Naples Grande), and on-site 15 Har-Tru tennis courts, three pools, exercise room, and spa.
Park Shore Resort, Naples
The Ritz-Carlton Naples 239-598-3300 www.RitzCarlton.com/Naples
“The Ritz” sits on 20 beachfront acres at the north end of Pelican Bay. It has 463 guest rooms and suites, each with views of the Gulf of Mexico, most with private balconies. All rooms have separate dressing areas, two telephones, fax and computer hook up. There are eight restaurants and lounges within the hotel for every culinary taste, plus a fully staffed fitness center, spa, pool, and upscale shops, as well as a 51,000-plus-square-foot, tri-level spa. The RitzCarlton Naples has consistently been voted as one of the top hotels in the U.S.
The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples 239-593-2000 www.RitzCarlton.com/Naples
Named the top golf resort in Florida by Golf Digest magazine in October 2009, this Ritz-Carlton property features superb accommodations, dining excellence, a full spectrum of amenities, and two championship golf courses.
Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa, Fort Myers 239-466-4000, 800-767-7777 www.Sanibel-Resort.com
The resort’s lavish guestrooms and suites offer a warm and inviting décor inspired by the natural beauty of the seaside setting. Atop the majestic hotel you’ll find a group of elite suites fit for a royal family. Inside the complex there are two sparkling pools and an inviting spa, all within short distance to five restaurants and lounges.
Staybridge Suites by Holiday Inn, Naples 800-225-1237 www.StayBridge.com
An extended stay hotel, featuring studio, one and two bedroom/two bath suites with fully equipped kitchens, TV and VCR, dedicated living and office areas. Free local and toll-free calls, direct phone number with two lines and voice mail, and high-speed internet access in every suite. Complimentary breakfast buffets and evening beer and wine sundowners. Available 24 hours a day: convenience store, fitness center, business center, and free guest laundry room. This hotel is only one mile to the beach and pet friendly.
Trianon, Bonita Springs 239-948-4400, 800-859-3939 www.Trianon.com
Trianon hotel in Bonita Springs features 100 spacious guestrooms (410 square feet each), a heated pool, conference room, lobby lounge, and ample parking. The hotel is located on the lakefront entrance to the upscale Bonita Bay community in Bonita Springs, immediately north of Naples, and it’s just minutes to the beach.
Trianon, Old Naples 239-435-9600, 877-482-5228 www.Trianon.com
The Trianon in Old Naples is a three-star hotel featuring 55 spacious guestrooms and three large one-bedroom suites, a pool, and off-street parking. Guests are within a short walk of the 5th Avenue South shopping district.
800-548-2077, 239-263-2222 www.ParkShoreFl.com
One and two-bedroom suites, full kitchens, living and dining rooms, and screened balconies. Amenities include restaurant, pool and spa with nearby golf courses, free beach shuttle, volleyball, shuffleboard, laundry facilities, and only five minutes to world-class shopping and dining.
Pink Shell Beach Resort and Spa, Fort Myers 239-463-6181, -888-222-7465 www.pinkshell.com
The Pink Shell is perfect for families and couples seeking a playful, fun atmosphere. The resort boasts a view of the Gulf that is second to none.
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Business and Employment Southwest Florida has grown significantly over the past few decades. The Bureau of Economic & Business Research estimates that Southwest Florida will reach more than 2.3 million residents by 2030, a steady but controlled growth rate. Southwest Florida promises to be a hotspot, based in part on the quality of life and place. The Southwest Florida region will continue to attract people from all walks of life: students are drawn to the regions thriving colleges and universities, families are seeking new opportunities for their futures, and active adults who want to spend the best years of their lives in a beautiful place.
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Southwest Florida Workforce Resources Agency
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Location Contact
web site
Coastal Staffing
Full Service
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Professional Recruiting Naples
Kelly Services
Full Service
Ft Myers
239-936-0086 KellyServices.com
Labor Finders
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239-793-5500 LaborFinders.com
ManCan
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239-434-5226 ManCan.com
Office Team
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239-985-2240 OfficeTeam.com
Protemp Office Services
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239-542-2133 ProTempOffice.com
Remedy-Intelligent Staffing
Clerical and Light Industrial
Ft Myers
239-278-1515 RemedyStaff.com
239-931-0677 CoastalStaffServicesInc.com 239-430-1900 CorporateDimensionsInc.com.com
For Entrepreneurs For decades, Collier County has been among the country’s fastest growing areas. Its increasing population coupled with its ideal quality-of-life setting equates to great opportunities for business. Today, as part of the new Southwest Florida initiative, Collier County is embracing the opportunity to support growth throughout the region.
and growing businesses, Southwest Florida offers access to capital from private, federal and other sources along with strategic business support from the numerous entrepreneurship centers within this region and around the state
For businesses in certain targeted industries, the state of Florida offers additional incentives, including limited corporate taxes and no personal income tax. • NO state personal income tax • NO state-level property tax • NO corporate income tax on limited partnerships • NO corporate income tax on subchapter S-corporations NO corporate franchise tax on capital stock • NO property tax on goods-in-transit for up to 180 days • NO sales and use tax on goods manufactured or produced in Florida for export outside the state • NO sales tax on purchases of raw materials incorporated in final product for resale, including non-reusable containers or packaging
Major industries include: • Financial Services & Technologies
• Agriculture
• Information Technologies
• Life Sciences
• Medical Services
• Manufacturing
• Renewable Energy
• Real Estate
• Warehousing & Distribution
• Tourism
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Affiliations Member • The Wood firm is a member of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World™ real estate network; the largest relocation system in the world, with well over 50% of the world’s largest real estate companies as members. More referral business is exchanged among these Brokers than any franchise brokerage in the United States. Being in popular locations such as Naples and Fort Myers, referrals from this and other sources come to John R. Wood Realtors on a daily basis. Leading Estates • The Wood firm is the exclusive Naples representative for Leading Estates, an international organization of Brokers who specialize in luxury real estate. The Leading Estates affiliation provides an incredible marketing tool for luxury properties throughout the United States and foreign countries. No other firm can offer anything that is even remotely comparable to the effectiveness of this program. Realty Alliance • The Wood firm is further distinguished by its membership in the prestigious Realty Alliance. This membership is by invitation only, and John R. Wood Realtors is the only Broker in Southwest Florida to hold membership in this organization. The Realty Alliance is comprised of approximately 65 of the nation’s largest and most prominent companies. The Wood firm was selected for membership because of its exceptionally high production per associate and its prominence as a local leader, as well as its presence in the National Realtor organization. WHO’S WHO IN LUXURY REAL ESTATE • Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate is an international network of the finest residential luxury real estate brokerages. John R. Wood Realtors will link your home to a network of upscale firms with worldwide access to luxury buyers.
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