Pelican Bay

Pelican Bay – Premier Resort-Lifestyle Waterfront Community in Naples FL

Community Overview

Pelican Bay is a west of 41 beach community in Naples Fl with an optional equity golf course at the Club Pelican Bay.  

Pelican Bay is one of Naples’ most desirable residential communities, offering a blend of luxury living, resort-style amenities, and a convenient location near shopping, dining, golf, and Gulf Coast beaches. Housing options in Pelican Bay range from single-family estates and villas to low-maintenance condos, many with scenic views of lakes, golf courses, or natural preserves. Residents enjoy access to a wide array of amenities, which may include golf, tennis, pickleball, fitness centers, clubhouses, and social events depending on the neighborhood. Pelican Bay combines the best of Naples living with a vibrant community atmosphere, making it an ideal choice for both seasonal and year-round residents.

Real estate for sale in Pelican Bay Naples Florida features a variety of lifestyle options - from villas to condos, mid-rises, high rises and single family homes and estate homes, built on or around beaches, lakes, parks, golf courses and nature preserves.  There are approximately 85 Pelican Bay neighborhoods/buildings within the development that are all governed by a master homeowners association via a foundation. 

Pelican Bay is widely recognized as one of the most prestigious, full-service, guard-gated communities in Southwest Florida. Located in North Naples, this expansive master-planned enclave offers an exceptional mix of luxury homes, low-rise, mid-rise and high-rise condominiums, and villa residences — all within a lush, resort-style setting and steps from the Gulf of Mexico. With beautifully landscaped roads, private beach club access, and a lifestyle built around leisure, connection and coastal luxury, Pelican Bay presents an ideal address for both full-time living and seasonal ownership.

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Amenities & Lifestyle

Residents of Pelican Bay enjoy a breadth of amenities that rival five-star resorts — yet delivered in an everyday home setting. Key features include:

• Two private beachfront clubs for members, offering Gulf-front access, towel / umbrella service, dining, loungers and tram/boardwalk access through protected mangrove preserves.

• Tram & boardwalk system that carries residents effortlessly to the soft-sandy shores and Gulf waters in style.

• A championship-caliber 18 Har-Tru tennis court complex, with clinics, leagues and racquet-sports programming.

• A state-of-the-art fitness & wellness center, walking/biking paths and scenic preserves for healthy, active living.

• For those who desire golf or a full clubhouse lifestyle: optional membership at the Club at Pelican Bay including golf, dining and social perks.

• Community design emphasizes lush landscaping, lakes, walking trails, bike paths and integrated nature — delivering tranquility as well as convenience.

Whether you are looking for lazy beach days, active racquet afternoons, elegant dining or simply casual luxury living, Pelican Bay’s lifestyle is designed to deliver.

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Homes & Residences

Pelican Bay accommodates a wide range of housing types, ensuring buyers can find the ideal fit — from low-maintenance condos to estate-sized homes. Key housing formats include:

• High-rise, mid-rise and low rise condos  offering two to five bedroom floor plans, screened lanais/balconies, upscale finishes and sweeping views of the Gulf, lakes or mangroves.

• Garden-style villas and attached town-homes featuring private garages, courtyards or pools and access to resort amenities without high-rise scale.

• Detached single-family homes and estate villas, many on oversized lots, with private pools/spas, lush outdoor living areas and luxury upgrades.

Design and size range broadly — from approx. 1,300 sq ft two-bedroom condos to well beyond 7,000+ sq ft estate homes — giving prospective buyers flexibility in lifestyle, footprint and budget. All homes share access to the Pelican Bay amenity platform, making the community one of the most complete luxury residential experiences in Naples.

The Pelican Bay neighborhoods and approximate year built include:

PELICAN BAY CONDOS FOR SALE AND YEAR BUILT:

• Avalon at Pelican Bay - 1993
• Barrington Club at Pelican Bay - 1992
• Breakwater at Pelican Bay - 1996
• Cannes at Pelican Bay- 2005
• Calais at Pelican Bay- 1991
• Chanteclair Maisonettes at Pelican Bay - 1990
• Chanteclair Manor at Pelican Bay- 1990
• Crescent at Pelican Bay  - 1996
• Glencove at Pelican Bay - 1987
• Hyde Park at Pelican Bay - 1983
• Interlachen at Pelican Bay - 1988
• L'Ambiance at Pelican Bay - 1995
• Laurel Oaks at Pelican Bay - 1990
• Lugano at Pelican Bay - 1987
• Pebble Creek at Pelican Bay - 1995
• Pointe at Pelican Bay - 1994
• San Marino at Pelican Bay - 1998
• Serendipity at Pelican Bay - 2005
• Sanctuary at Pelican Bay- 1990
• Valencia at Pelican Bay - 1988
• Willow Brook at Pelican Bay - 1988

PELICAN BAY HIGH RISES FOR SALE AND YEAR BUILT:

• Cap Ferrat at Pelican Bay - 2002
• Chateaumere Royale at Pelican Bay- 1986
• Claridge at Pelican Bay - 1993
• Coronado at Pelican Bay - 1999
• Dorchester at Pelican Bay - 1981
• Epique at Pelican Bay -  2026
• Glenview at Pelican Bay - 1992
• Grosvenor at Pelican Bay - 1983
• Heron at Pelican Bay - 1983
• Marbella at Pelican Bay - 1999
• Montenero at Pelican Bay - 2001
• Mystique at Pelican Bay - 2019
• St Kitts at Pelican Bay - 1992
• St Laurent at Pelican Bay - 1997
• St Lucia at Pelican Bay - 1990
• St Maarten at Pelican Bay  - 1989
• St Marissa at Pelican Bay  - 1992
• St Nicole at Pelican Bay - 1991
• St Pierre at Pelican Bay  - 1994
• St Raphael at Pelican Bay - 2000
• St Tropez at Pelican Bay - 1988
• Stratford at Pelican Bay - 1984

PELICAN BAY MID-RISES FOR SALE AND YEAR BUILT:

• Chateaumere at Pelican Bay - 1983
• Valencia at Pelican Bay - 1988

PELICAN BAY HOMES FOR SALE AND YEAR BUILT:

• Barrington at Pelican Bay - 1991
• Beauville at Pelican Bay - 1988
• Georgetown at Pelican Bay - 1990
• Jamestown at Pelican Bay - 1995
• Oakmont at Pelican Bay - 1988
• Pelican Bay Woods at Pelican Bay - 1986
• Pinecrest at Pelican Bay - 1985
• Waterford at Pelican Bay - 1992

PELICAN BAY VILLAS FOR SALE AND YEAR BUILT:

• Bay Villas at Pelican Bay
• Bridge Way Villas at Pelican Bay
• Carlton Place at Pelican Bay -  1991
• Cocobay at Pelican Bay - 1982
• Grand Bay at Pelican Bay - 1991
• Interlachen at Pelican Bay - 1986
• Isle Verde at Pelican Bay - 1986
• Las Brisas at Pelican Bay - 1982
• Lugano at Pelican Bay - 1987
• Oak Lake Sanctuary at Pelican Bay - 1994
• Pointe Verde at Pelican Bay - 1996
• Sand Pointe at Pelican Bay - 1983
• Tierra Mar at Pelican Bay- 1981
• Villas at Pelican Bay - 1991
• Villa Lantana at Pelican Bay - 1990

BAY COLONY AT PELICAN BAY FOR SALE AND YEAR BUILT:

• Bay Colony (all home types)
• Bay Colony Mid Rise:  Mansion La Palma (1996)
• Bay Colony High Rises:  Biltmore (1997), Brighton (1994), Carlysle (1992), Contessa (1997), Marquesa (1994), Remington (1996), Salerno (2000), Toscana (1999), Trieste (2002), Windsor (1998)
• Bay Colony Single Family Homes:  Bay Colony Shores, The Strand at Bay Colony
• Bay Colony Villas - Villa La Palma (1996), Vizcaya (1991)

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Location & Lifestyle

Pelican Bay is located in North Naples and offers one of the most coveted coastal locations in Southwest Florida. Its boundaries place residents just minutes from Vanderbilt Beach and Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park, as well as the upscale shopping and cultural hubs of Waterside Shops, Artis-Naples, Mercato and The Ritz-Carlton Naples. Despite its proximity to these luxury destinations, Pelican Bay retains a quiet, refined residential atmosphere — with some communities with secure gates (mechanical gates or guard gated), mature landscaping and resort-scale amenities just steps away from home.

History:

Pelican Bay was developed by Westinghouse in 1980 on 2,104 acres and was one of the first communities in the area to adhere to environmental laws designed to protect at risk eco-systems (Pelican Marsh and Bonita Bay were similarly developed).  Located to the north of Park Shore between Pine Ridge Road and Tamiami Trail and Vanderbilt Beach and between The Naples Grand Beach Resort and the Ritz Carlton Beach Resort.  Pelican Bay real estate features multiple amenities:  two private beach side restaurants and pavilions, the Pelican Bay golf course - a 27 hole private golf course designed by Arthur Hills (private, equity owned, 530 max members), a private beach club (Bay Colony has it's own beach club), great shopping and dining at Waterside Shops, Artis Naples for cultural pursuits, an active tennis program, community and fitness center featuring meeting rooms, catering kitchen, art studio, computer center, tennis pro shop and a fully staffed fitness center with spa plus group fitness classes, massage therapy and personal training. The Pelican Bay private beach pavilions directly on the Gulf, with restaurants and the tram transportation system is a huge draw for Pelican Bay - all residents take advantage of this wonderful amenity. The two Pelican Bay beach pavilions - the Sand Bar (at the southern boardwalk) and the Marker 36 (northern boardwalk) both feature food service, open/covered decks, changing rooms, showers, and bathrooms. Beach chairs, cabanas, and umbrellas are also available. Located at the south end of the beach, the Picnic Pod includes picnic tables and gas grills.  All Pelican Bay facilities are exclusive to residents and their guests. The two Pelican Bay tennis facilities, Commons Park (with two hard surface courts and 8 Har-Tru courts) and Hammock Oak Park (8 Har-Tru courts equipped with lights) are popular with the residents and lessons are available. The four onsite Pelican Bay parks - The Commons, Hammock Oak Park, Oakmont Park and Ridgewood Park each feature their own amenities.

The most upscale community within the development at Pelican Bay is Bay Colony, a gated enclave just south of the Ritz Carlton Beach Resort. Bay Colony homes feature multimillion-dollar neighborhoods of estate homes, villas and condominiums and offers increased privacy as well as amenities including exclusive membership in the Bay Colony Beach Club and Tennis Club, concierge service and optional membership at the Estates at Bay Colony Golf Course.

The Pelican Bay Foundation manages the homeowners association for the community.  Pelican Bay features a variety of product, from waterfront properties, beachfront properties, luxury condos including high rises, mid rises and low rises, villas, estate homes and single family homes.

Golf, Social and Dining at Club Pelican Bay

Club Pelican Bay is an equity golf course in Naples Fl that is part of the Pelican Bay community.  Membership at Club Pelican Bay is voluntary.  Club Pelican Bay features a 27-hole course presented as three par 36, 9-hole courses aptly named Club, Pelican and Bay. The course, originally in January of 1980, was designed by Arthur Hills and was subsequently renovated by Ron Forse in 2019. The Club sits on nearly 240 acres and features a 50,000-square-foot Clubhouse which was completed in 2017.  The Club includes multiple dining venues including The Tavern, Atrium, and more formal private Oaks Room and Wine Bar as well as casual terrace dining.  The Club also features a new Spa & Fitness Center, Golf Shop and men's and women's locker rooms.  Additional programs featured at the Club into bridge, American Six Wicket and Golf Croquet programs, Bocce events as well as other member run social clubs, from Mahjong to Canasta and Euchre.

Pelican Bay Naples FL – Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pelican Bay located?

Pelican Bay is a master-planned luxury community located in North Naples, stretching from Pine Ridge Road to Vanderbilt Beach Road, west of U.S. 41. It borders the Gulf of Mexico and is ideally positioned between Park Shore and Bay Colony. Its prime location offers easy access to Waterside Shops, Artis–Naples, Mercato, and some of the most beautiful beaches in Southwest Florida.

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What is the community lifestyle like?

Pelican Bay delivers a resort-style lifestyle that blends beachfront relaxation, active recreation, and elegant social living. Residents enjoy private beach clubs, golf, tennis, fitness, dining, and miles of scenic nature trails. The community’s hallmark is its private tram system, which transports residents to exclusive beachfront restaurants and lounges. With a focus on coastal luxury, natural beauty, and vibrant community life, Pelican Bay is one of Naples’ most complete lifestyle experiences.

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What types of homes are found here?

Pelican Bay offers a diverse range of residences — from luxury high-rise condominiums with panoramic Gulf views to villa neighborhoods, coach homes, and custom single-family estates. Architectural styles range from Mediterranean to sleek coastal-contemporary. Popular subdivisions include Cap Ferrat, Montenero, St Nicole, St Maarten, St Laurent, and St Raphael for high-rises, as well as villas and estate homes in the central and southern sections and Bay Colony (on the beach, offset from the beach). Prices typically range from the high $500s for entry-level condos to over $25 million for prime Gulf-view residences and Bay Colony estates.

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Is there a homeowners association?

Yes. Pelican Bay is governed by the Pelican Bay Foundation, which manages the community’s amenities, beach clubs, tram system, landscaping, and security. Each neighborhood or condominium also has its own sub-association handling building-specific maintenance and standards. The Foundation ensures Pelican Bay maintains its reputation as one of Naples’ most well-run and desirable communities.

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What amenities and privileges do residents enjoy?

Pelican Bay residents enjoy an exceptional collection of amenities, including:

• Private beach access via trams and boardwalks, with two full-service beachfront clubs offering dining, bars, and lounges

• 27 holes of golf at The Club Pelican Bay (private membership optional)

• Tennis and pickleball centers with professional instruction and leagues

• Fitness and wellness centers featuring classes, spa treatments, and personal training

• Miles of walking and biking paths, nature preserves, and boardwalks through mangroves

• Dining, social, and cultural programs that make it one of the most vibrant residential communities in Naples

Residents of Bay Colony also have the option to join the nearby Bay Colony Beach Club for additional exclusivity.

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Are there specific guidelines or restrictions for homeowners?

Yes. Pelican Bay maintains architectural and landscaping standards to preserve its aesthetic harmony and natural setting. Each sub-association enforces design, rental, and maintenance guidelines specific to its residences. Short-term rentals are restricted to ensure a stable, private environment. All construction and renovations must comply with Foundation and City of Naples regulations.

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Is Pelican Bay family-friendly?

Absolutely. Pelican Bay appeals to all generations — from retirees to young families. The community’s security, parks, and proximity to top-rated Collier County schools make it ideal for full-time residents. Children and families enjoy the beaches, walking trails, and access to nearby recreation, while adults benefit from world-class amenities and a vibrant social scene.

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How accessible is Pelican Bay to other Naples destinations?

Pelican Bay’s central location offers unmatched convenience. It’s less than 10 minutes from downtown Naples, 5 minutes to Waterside Shops, Artis–Naples, Mercato and only 30 minutes from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW). Waterside Shops and Artis–Naples are directly adjacent to the community, providing high-end retail and cultural experiences without leaving home.

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How does Pelican Bay perform as an investment?

Pelican Bay remains one of Naples’ most stable and consistently appreciating real-estate markets. Its broad range of properties, resort amenities, and beachfront access ensure enduring demand among affluent buyers and investors. Condos with Gulf, Preserve and Golf Course views, villas and estate homes close to the tram stations and Bay Colony beachfront residences hold particularly strong resale value. With limited coastal land remaining, Pelican Bay continues to be a prime investment for long-term growth.

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What are typical HOA fees, club costs, and taxes?

The Pelican Bay Foundation charges an annual fee for all residents, which covers security, tram services, beach access, and common-area maintenance. Individual sub-associations may have additional monthly or quarterly dues for building management, landscaping, and insurance. Golf membership at The Club Pelican Bay and optional Bay Colony Beach Club membership (for Bay Colony residents only) require separate initiation fees and dues. Property taxes are assessed by Collier County and vary based on property value and location.

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What is the surrounding environment like?

Pelican Bay’s natural landscape is one of its defining features. The community incorporates over 80 acres of nature preserves and mangrove estuaries, seamlessly blending development with Southwest Florida’s coastal ecosystem. Residents enjoy tropical vegetation, birdlife, and panoramic sunsets over the Gulf. The community’s design emphasizes environmental harmony and protected green space — a rarity among luxury coastal neighborhoods.

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How does Pelican Bay compare to other Naples neighborhoods?

Pelican Bay stands out for its combination of beachfront access, resort amenities, and diverse property offerings. Compared to The Moorings or Park Shore, it provides private beach facilities and a more comprehensive lifestyle infrastructure. While Grey Oaks or Mediterra focus on golf-centric living, Pelican Bay balances golf, tennis, wellness, and beachfront recreation — all within a central, beautifully maintained setting.

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Why buyers love Pelican Bay

• Private beach clubs with full-service dining and Gulf access

• Optional Golf at The Club Pelican Bay

• Exclusive tram system connecting homes to the beach

• Luxury condos, villas, and estate homes in one master community

• Central Naples location near shops, dining, and cultural venues

• Strong appreciation and long-term investment stability

• Active social lifestyle with world-class amenities