RESORT STYLE LIVING AT THE DUNES IN NAPLES
Posted On 2006-08-02 , 4:15 PM
“A broad margin of leisure is as beautiful in a man’s life as in a book.” 
-Henry David Thoreau
One of the gifts Naples provides is the ability to invoke the highly pleasant illusion of being transported to far away exotic places, all while you actually remain in a sublime, cosmopolitan setting. The Dunes luxury waterfront development in North Naples is a clear example – where residents must feel on a daily basis that they live in a luxury Caribbean island resort getaway. From a luxury high rise condominium in The Dunes, priceless views of the Gulf Of Mexico, Turkey Bay, and the beautiful natural preserve at Delnor-Wiggins State Recreation Area are yours to savor. The mind is easily convinced that you are indeed on an extended vacation in the Caribbean while lounging in the resort-style pool complete with rock formations, waterfalls and gazebo. Share drinks with friends at the poolside Tiki bar, or simply dine al fresco on the terrace of the British West Indies styled  clubhouse. Leave the details of making arrangements during your visit to the attentive staff after a brief stop at the Concierge/ Lifestyle Center.
The Dunes is an exclusive private, gated community located north of Vanderbilt Beach, off Vanderbilt Drive. It is set back along the fringes of breathtaking Turkey Bay and the pristine protected preserve that forms the State Recreation Area. Developed by Signature Communities, Inc., this award winning development sits on approximately 188 acres of natural splendor. The “Island Cove” neighborhood, or the “island series” of luxury high rise condos, consists of three towers – Antigua, Barbados, and Cayman – each of which contain 84 units, all built in 2001. A separately gated neighborhood of newer luxury towers is known as the Grande Preserve. There will be four luxury towers at full buildout within the Grande Preserve neighborhood – Grande Dominica (built in 2003), Grande  Excelsior (built in 2004), Grande Phoenician (2006 delivery) and Grande Geneva (reportedly sold out at pre-construction and to be delivered in the future). The Island series of towers feature condominiums ranging in size from approximately 1,983 to 2,194 square feet in living area. All units have at least 3 bedrooms, with most also having 3 full bathrooms. The floor plans are open and feature expansive great rooms. The luxury towers in the Grande Preserve section contain private elevators, 2 reserved underground parking spaces, and feature larger floorplans which maximize views and include well appointed gourmet kitchens. The Grande Preserve high rise residences range in size from approximately 2,700 to more than 3,400 square feet in living area. A cluster of 40 charming two-story carriage homes is also located in the Dunes in the Sea Grove neighborhood.
Membership in the fabulous Floridian Beach Club is available to owners in The Dunes. Located “off site” right on the beach on Gulf Shore Drive, the private Floridian Beach Club provides all of the amenities you would expect at a top tier resort, including beachfront freshwater pool, towel service, beach chairs and  chaise lounges, wet bar, beverage service, waterfront dining and more. Leave your car keys at home, as private shuttles run regularly from The Dunes to drop you off directly at the Beach Club. You will never face the hassle of finding parking along the beach “in season,” all while being pampered along a stretch of beach that has been voted among the best in America. All owners in the Dunes enjoy membership privileges in The Plantation Club, which is onsite and includes amenities such as fine dining in the casually elegant Clubhouse, tropical lagoon style pool, fantastic Tiki bar, spa, sauna, well equipped fitness center, activity center, and more. The state of the art Tennis Center is professionally staffed, and includes 5 lighted Har-Tru tennis courts, one hard court, and shade shelters at courtside. Work out with a personal trainer at the Fitness Center, or unwind at the Plantation Club Spa, where a full range of professional services is available – including massage therapies and skin care treatments. Schedule a deep tissue massage, or perhaps Shiatsu to rejuvenate. Find deep relaxation through the range of aromatherapies you can choose with your therapist. Cap off your day with a gourmet meal at The Plantation Club, prepared by a chef of local renown.
Prices in The Dunes currently range from approximately $830,000 to more than $2,300,000. Given the  location of each building within the development, and the positioning of each “stack” or section of the towers in The Dunes, views can vary dramatically – even within a single building. We study The Dunes and the rest of the luxury waterfront real estate in Naples in detail. Put our market knowledge and highly attentive service to work for you. Contact us to learn more about properties that are currently available, view optimization, and any questions you may have about luxury waterfront homes in Naples.
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