Pelican Marsh: Premier Gated Golf and Resort Living in North Naples 🏌️♂️🌴
Pelican Marsh is an expansive private guard-gated master-planned community spanning over 2,075 acres in North Naples, Florida. Featuring 26 distinct residential enclaves and 133 acres of protected nature preserves, this premier Southwest Florida enclave delivers resort-style luxury with championship golf, world-class recreation, and an exceptionally active real estate market.
🌟 Community Overview & Lifestyle Highlights
Established in 1993, Pelican Marsh blends lush tropical landscaping, sparkling lakes, and pristine preserves into one of Naples’ largest and most desirable gated communities. With over 3,000 homes across its enclaves, residents enjoy a vibrant, low-maintenance lifestyle just minutes from Vanderbilt Beach, Mercato, and I-75.
The heart of daily life pulses at the Pelican Marsh Community Center — a resort-style hub offering:
- 8 lighted Har-Tru tennis courts 🎾
- 6 lighted pickleball courts 🏓
- 3 regulation bocce courts
- State-of-the-art fitness center with personal training, group classes, and on-site spa services 💪
- Multiple community pools, clubhouse dining (Courtside Restaurant & Bar), and a packed social calendar of live music, holiday parties, and excursions 🎉
Miles of scenic nature trails wind through the Cocohatchee Strand preserve and around freshwater lakes, perfect for walking, biking, or kayaking. 🌿🚲
Pelican Marsh Golf Club ⛳
The private, member-owned Pelican Marsh Golf Club (residency not required for membership) features:
- An 18-hole, par-72 championship course designed by Robert von Hagge — Audubon-certified sanctuary with challenging layouts and natural beauty
- 10-acre practice facility, full-service pro shop, and elegant two-story clubhouse with formal and casual dining
- Flexible membership tiers: Equity/Non-Equity Golf (unlimited play) and Social (limited golf access)
🏡 Types of Homes for Sale in Pelican Marsh
Pelican Marsh offers one of the highest real estate transaction volumes in North Naples (143–237 active listings across major platforms in 2026, median listing price ~$1.1M). Home options include:
- Single-family estate homes (2,000–6,000+ sq ft) with private pools and golf/preserve views
- Villas & coach homes for easy-care luxury
- Condominiums in maintenance-free neighborhoods like Clermont and Arielle
Price range: $500,000 to $8,000,000+ — from stylish condos in the low $500s to multi-million-dollar estates in enclaves like Bay Laurel Estates and Marsh Links.
📍 Location & Nearby Attractions
Perfectly situated between US-41 (Tamiami Trail), Vanderbilt Beach Road, and Airport-Pulling Road, Pelican Marsh puts paradise at your fingertips:
- Vanderbilt Beach — less than 2 miles away 🏖️
- Mercato upscale shopping & dining right outside the gates 🛍️🍽️
- Waterside Shops, The Village on Venetian Bay, Artis—Naples, and The Baker Museum just minutes away
🔑 Community Details
- Community Size: 2,075 acres with 133 acres of preserves
- Number of Homes: 3,000+ across 26 enclaves
- Year Built: 1993 onward
- Location: North Naples, FL — minutes to beaches, Mercato & I-75
Real Estate Agent Chris Nightingale (Experienced Naples specialist with 17+ years – contact for private showings in any enclave)
Interested in Pelican Marsh? 📞 Call 239-273-8626 to Schedule a Showing
