Collier’s Reserve FAQ’s

The entrance of Collier’s Reserve is masterfully positioned north off Immokalee Road approximately a half-mile from Tamiami Trail. Light retail business buffers road noise from nearly every Collier’s Reserve homesite. Close proximity to the North Collier Hospital, Arthrex Corporate Headquarters and Riverchase Shopping Center are all close by.

Collier’s Reserve is a boutique golf club community but many who like Collier’s Reserve may also consider neighborhoods like Talis Park, Pelican Marsh and most often Audubon Naples because of the North Naples location, amenities and price points.

Collier’s Reserve is a boutique golfing community where residents and golf members are accommodated more like a fine hotel guest compared to just another number floating in a sea of members. Some residents have said they chose Collier’s Reserve after spending lengthy amounts of time touring, playing and analyzing countless golf clubs around town. Many members have explained it’s easy to connect with other members and comment about the outstanding staff. Residents appreciate that Collier’s Reserve is strictly a single-family home community where entry-level pricing starts anywhere from the 800’s to $1,000,000 depending on the current economic trend.

The first Collier’s Reserve homes were constructed between 1994 and 2004. Build out took place rather quickly and sold primarily to end-users which shielded the neighborhood from speculative purchasing that produced low-quality flip investors during the Naples real estate boom between 2004-2008. The neighborhood attracted a good mix of early retirees coming from the Midwest, Mid Atlantic and East Coast along with younger local Neapolitan business professionals. Time progressed and many of the original residents have since moved on making way for more of the same. Collier’s Reserve tends to attract early retired, soon to retire and newly retired professionals from across the county and occasionally abroad. Many residents are seasonal with some retired and working professionals living here full time.

The Collier’s Reserve developer was ingenious by venturing out of the one club house, one social area concept before it even became a thing. Residents have expanded on the concept by introducing a new sports club, pickle ball, bocce ball and dog park.
Collier’s Reserve Golf Club
Masterfully designed by Arthur Hills, this challenging 18 hole course features a unique natural Audubon golfing experience. Incredible wildlife coupled with expertly groomed and maintained fairways provide an ultimately tranquil ambiance. The limited number of golf memberships (300 members) make it easy for you to play a friendly game or challenging tournament throughout the year. During off-season months, venture out to the numerous reciprocal options available to Collier’s Reserve members.
Collier’s Reserve Clubhouse
Year-round events and festive holiday parties amidst the backdrop of the Collier’s Reserve golf course provide a vibrant and alluring atmosphere. Features include a grand ballroom, private dining and al fresco dining with fire pit seating area for those seasonal chilly evening.
As a Collier’s Reserve member or guest you can expect to dine exceptionally with award-winning Brian Lord, the Collier’s Reserve executive chef. Brian introduces new dishes every couple of weeks and uses the freshest ingredients. He specializes in exceptional seafood creations with catches he purchases directly off fishing boats from both coasts and couples his expert knowledge of fine wines around the world.
A complete renovation is currently being designed and approved. Construction is slated for 2020 featuring transitional decor.
Collier’s Reserve Boathouse
Residents love the casual riverside boathouse offering an expansive bar and casual dining experience. Features include sparkling water views of the Cocohatchee River and was newly built in 2018.
Kayak Launch
For an aquatic alternative, enjoy Kayaking to the Gulf of Mexico from the Collier’s Reserve kayak launch located next to the boathouse.
Community Pool
This private community pool is the perfect location to swim laps to build fitness endurance or soak up the rays on a lazy afternoon.
Pro Shop
Get a vast assortment of expert advice, gear up, set a tee time or take a lesson. You’ll find everything you’ll need at the pro shops in Collier’s Reserve from a knowledgeable staff providing concierge service.
Fitness Complex
Completed in 2018, this state of the art sports center features new LifeFitness equipment and is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. An expansive calendar of fitness classes is also available with a full fitness staff for training and instruction on site. Massage rooms are also available.
Tennis
5 HarTru tennis courts with an elevated courtside sitting area allow you to take on a friendly game or watch a match.
Pickleball
The fastest-growing sport in America has made its way to Collier’s Reserve with the construction of 2 pickleball courts completed in 2018.
Bocce Ball
2 Bocce ball courts allow members to team up for a friendly low-impact game.

Collier’s Reserve is extremely pet-friendly with no association approval required. Amenities include a “Dog Park” where weekly “Yappy Hour” events are held. It’s common to see residents walking their four-legged friends or riding with their owners in golf carts throughout the neighborhood.

Collier’s Reserve does not have a neighborhood beach club but many Collier’s Reserve beach enthusiasts obtain a membership at The La Playa Beach Club located 4 miles from Collier’s Reserve. If you’re looking for just a great beach experience, Wiggins Pass Beach is approximately 2.2 miles from the Collier’s Reserve gate.

Collier’s Reserve is amidst a remodeling transition. Some homeowners are opting to sell their homes in the original condition for a discount. These homes will likely be purchased by buyers who intend on making big changes to the property. Many homeowners are remodeling now, have recently made changes to their properties or are preparing to do them. You can expect the number of homes in original condition to decrease and property values to increase as more remodeling occurs.
Properties in Collier’s Reserve are easier to remodel compared to homes built during earlier times because floor plans are still relevant and ceiling heights are higher than earlier construction. This makes it easier to redefine design choices and make less costly improvements that will be received well by future buyers. 

Due to the original aesthetics and character of the neighborhood, the feasibility and desire to tear down homes in Collier’s Reserve hasn’t happened yet. This means those who are remodeling today will not be competing with newly built properties in the immediate future, a trend already occurring in older neighborhoods around Collier County.

Residents in Collier’s Reserve love their location “off the beaten path”. Because of the Collier’s Reserve size, exclusivity and lack of knowledge about the area, Collier’s Reserve remains one of the few developments that doesn’t attract the droves of sightseers other developments can’t seem to shake. Most people don’t even know where it is by design. It isn’t overtaken with seasonal traffic or huge rental influxes. It’s quiet…tranquil. Because Collier’s Reserve is completely built out, residents don’t have to battle with developer traffic and endure traffic from developer-related marketing efforts making Collier’s Reserve one of the most private golfing communities in Naples.

Residents can rent their home 1 time per year with 120-day minimum stays.

Collier’s Reserve offers both a manned gate and roving security.

Collier’s Reserve property values peak a valley like every neighborhood in the world. If you are considering purchasing with the intent to rent, rental policies are strict with only 1 rental with 4-month minimum stay allowed. Contact a REALTOR to learn more about remodeling/flip opportunities and to discuss market trends and what that could mean to your bottom line.