Nestled along the shores of the Caloosahatchee River in sunny Fort Myers is idyllic Southwest Florida living. Gulf Harbour Yacht & Country Club real estate boasts tons of amenities, like an 18-hole championship golf course, tennis courts, and a full-service deep-water marina. It’s also home to Thomas Edison’s winter estate.
The gated community is located along one of Fort Myers’ most scenic thoroughfares. McGregor Boulevard leads south to island beaches and north to downtown Fort Myers. The community sits on 547 acres of riverfront property and includes 26 neighborhoods of more than 1,600 single family homes, coach homes, townhouses, mid-rise and high-rise condos. Most homes feature different floor plans and views.
Gulf Harbour Yacht & Country Club real estate is only 10-minutes from the shell-strewn, white sand beaches of Sanibel, Captiva, and Fort Myers Beach. The community is also just 20-minutes from Fort Myers’ historic downtown. Fantastic shopping, restaurants, theaters, galleries, sports facilities, and other amenities are all within a short drive. And with the deep-water marina, you’ll be able to explore the Gulf of Mexico in no time.
Residents and guests will love the landscaped 18-hole Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary golf course. Designed by Chip Powell, the 6,700-yard-course features unique and distinctive holes, perfect for golfers of all skill levels. There is an aqua driving range as well as practice putting greens where residents and guests can increase their skills and dominate the green. There are a plethora of events, activities, and tournaments throughout the year for members. If you need any gear or clubs, make sure to visit the fully-stocked pro shop. PGA professionals are on staff to offer lessons and answer your questions.
Residents and guests can take advantage of eight lighted HydroGrid clay tennis courts, an exclusive deep-water marina, casual and fine dining options, and a state-of-the-art sports and wellness center.
Gulf Harbour also offers different types of clubs such as bridge, knitting, Mahjong, quilting, and fishing.
The community means business when it comes to tennis. There are over 20 women's and men's league teams, and more than 300 members.
Two of the HydroGrid clay courts offer views of the Caloosahatchee River and community lakes.
There are also four on-site U.S. Professional Tennis Association-certified tennis pros who can provide tennis programming lessons and instruction for Gulf Harbour members to help improve their performance.
For a relaxing dinner, head to the casual and fine dining options in the 30,000-square-foot clubhouse. It has views of the river, too.
The open-air, poolside restaurant makes a scrumptious breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Johnny Brown’s Restaurant offers lunch and dinner. Look for daily specials and mouthwatering burgers, chicken pot pie, osso buco, fresh fish, and beef tenderloin.
Head to Harbourview to enjoy a sophisticated meal with family and friends. It’s great for celebrations and anniversaries. A fireplace flanked by windows overlooking the deep-water marina gives this special space a cozy feel.
The clubhouse also hosts fun events throughout the year including karaoke nights, barbecues, pool parties, dinner dances, and holiday parties.
Harbourview Center for Sports & Wellness is one of Gulf Harbour’s most beloved amenities. The 24,000-square-foot center features state-of-the-art equipment, group classes, and TrackMan indoor golf. There is also a smoothie café and over 30 fitness classes each week.
There is also a world-class spa with infrared saunas and steam rooms waiting for you for when you want to relax.
Boaters will love the full-service, 186-slip, deep-water marina open to yachts ranging from 30 to 100 feet. The marina also offers full service amenities such as diesel fuel, gas, slip-side electricity, and TV.
Homes for sale in Gulf Harbour Yacht & Country Club are located near all the area beaches including Sanibel and Captiva Islands and Fort Myers Beach. It’s about 15-minutes from the downtown Fort Myers River District’s shops, restaurants and galleries. Lee Memorial Hospital is about 10-minutes away and the Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is about a half-hour drive east.
The Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, Broadway Palms Dinner Theater and Southwest Florida Symphony are all nearby as well, if you’re looking for some cultural enrichment. The Southwest Florida Historical Society and the Thomas Edison home can also help shed some light on the history of Southwest Florida.
Located in a prime location with amenities fit for a king or queen, homes for sale in Gulf Harbour Yacht & Country Club are some of our most popular options in Fort Myers. These homes come in a variety of housing styles and real estate here goes quickly. If you find something you like that checks off all the boxes on your wishlist, don’t hesitate to let us know. In addition to being home to an impressive marina and golf course, homes for sale in Gulf Harbour Yacht & Country Club offer desirable amenities and many have spectacular views of the water.
When the little ones are old enough to go off to college, both Florida Gulf Coast University and Florida SouthWestern State College are conveniently located about a half-hour away. Both schools are highly involved in the community and they’re both well-respected four-year colleges. For school-aged children, there are a handful of excellent elementary, middle, and high schools nearby.
If you’re looking for someone to manage your property rentals, Royal Shell can do that, too. You’ve worked hard for a home or investment property in Gulf Harbour, and we’ll work even harder to manage your property so you get the best return on your investment.
What does this mean? It means you won’t get a phone call at all hours of the night because the pipes burst or the power went out. We’ll handle all of that for you! We will also keep track of your reservations, payments and help you keep your home in tip-top shape. We have been in business since 1996. We have the knowledge and experience to get the job done right the first time.
Royal Shell can also provide assistance for all of your buying and selling needs. This means our agents will work tirelessly to help you buy or sell your single-family home, high-rise condo, or waterfront dream home, and anything in between. Our agents will make sure you receive the highest possible return on your investment while assisting you with selling your home. We will also construct a unique marketing plan to help elevate the home’s appeal, visibility and value.
If you are in the market to purchase your next home, we can help with that as well. When you choose Royal Shell, we’ll do everything we can to ensure you’re getting the best price on your new humble abode. We live here, too, so we know the area better than anyone. And we’re always analyzing local and national real estate trends to make sure you’re getting the best price on your next dream home.
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Listing information last updated on April 3rd, 2020 at 10:00pm EDT.
