The stunning views and charming residences at Harborside Gardens in the Moorings section of Naples
Posted On 2006-10-27 , 7:50 AM
“Good merchandise, even hidden, soon finds buyers.”
- Titus Maccius Plautus (254 B.C. - 184 B.C.), Ancient Roman Poet 
In the relentless quest to find for our readers and clients the very best waterfront real estate opportunities in Naples, we at the ImagineNaples.com team find that, like in war, the very best intelligence comes from “boots on the ground.” We take time, each week, to personally explore, inspect, and preview properties available along the waterfront long before we bring along our clients. We don’t want to take our clients to ordinary properties. Prices, availability, market conditions, and trends fluctuate over time. Truly special properties don’t change. We look for the “wow factor,” views that “pop” right  away, in locations and developments that offer the amenities and lifestyles our clients want. There are some special buildings and developments in Naples that may not be the newest, biggest, or most luxuriously “amenitized,” yet they are far from ordinary. Harborside Gardens – along Gulf Shore Boulevard in the Moorings section in Naples – is such a place.
The ambience at Harborside Gardens is created by the convergence of several highly desirable assets: quaint, “cottage-like” 2 to 4 story condos; wonderful and meticulously maintained landscaping; and “take your breath away” views of Inner Doctors Bay and Outer Doctors Bay. Harborside Gardens, uniquely positioned along a bend in the land along the  waterway, offers long water views of the bay and Venetian Village that are dramatic. These residences are truly located in one of the spots in Naples for pure view. The charming homes feel more like “beach cottages” than vintage condo product.
Adding to the charm is a lovely waterside pavilion on the Bay. The beautiful landscaping simply ends at the seawall, where you may spot a neighbor fishing from. From the lanai views, watch the fish literally jump, or dolphins splash. Boat docks are available on site for lease at extremely attractive rates,  and the adjacent bay and waterway provides access to the Gulf of Mexico. There are bridges along the way, so the size of vessels must account for clearance. Why not kayak out in pristine bay, as some who live in Harborside Gardens do? The panoramic views will stun you, but the laid back, friendly, peaceful setting will calm you. This is a place where you can truly unwind.
Harborside Gardens is a gated community built on the “bay” side of Gulf Shore Boulevard in one of the most sought after areas in all of Naples. There are 78 total units in Harborside Gardens, which were built between 1968 and 1970. The residences range is size from approximately 1,250 to just under 1,700 square feet in area. There are 3 bedroom, 2 bath units, as well as 2 bedroom, 2 bath. These cottage like structures include 2, 3 and 4 story buildings, positioned along the bending seawall that abuts Inner Doctors Bay and Outer Doctors Bay. Prices range from under $700,000 and up. Residences have sold for $800,000 here.
The location? This complex is in a coveted spot. Harborside Gardens is only a short distance down Gulf Shore Boulevard to the world class shops, galleries and restaurants located at the landmark Venetian Village shopping center, built on and .jpg) overlooking Venetian Bay. How about waterfront gourmet dining at Maxwell’s on the Bay, or simply enjoy a nightcap at the “Upper Bar,” watching the yachts go by? Harborside Gardens is also located just across the street from the famous beaches along Gulf Shore Boulevard. Access to the beach is just steps away, where white sand, blue-green water, palms, and the subtropical weather are yours to savor. If you are not in the mood for sand, you can relax at the community pool with a novel. (The works of local author Randy Wayne White, whose acclaimed books include Sanibel Flats, are a popular choice around here with the poolside set for those  who enjoy mystery novels).
Opportunities to purchase in Harborside Gardens are rare, as one might expect given the location, views, and relative value in terms of acquisition cost for a “walk to the beach” condo in this prized section of Naples. Real estate insiders, long time area residents, young professionals, and others, are poised to pounce on hidden gems such as Harborside Gardens in Naples when the opportunity arises to capture well priced and positioned homes along this magic stretch of waterfront. Contact the ImagineNaples team directly – Jeffrey Ahren at (239) 398-7508 or Douglas Sharpe at (239) 298-1499 – when you are interested in buying or selling waterfront real estate in Naples. We look forward to sharing our insights and information with you as a valued client. The Naples waterfront market is complex, and  we take pride in helping you find your dream home and guiding you from contract to closing. There are many different options, amenities, and lifestyles to choose from on the waterfront. The knowledge we have can not only save you time, but can let you create the lifestyle you want in the most cost effective way possible. Boating, golf, dining clubs, social clubs, beach clubs with valet parking, spas – we can make it happen for you. You don’t have to “overpay” to create the good life, or miss out on any of the fun because you didn’t know the full range of options available here prior to purchase. Let us help you by contacting us today.
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