Multiple Listing 212012887 at 215 Burnt Pine Dr in Pebblebrooke Lakes, subdivision Pebblebrooke Lakes went pending on Sunday 6th of May 2012 when the list price was $259,900. The property was originally listed on Saturday 14th of April 2012. This is a Single Family 3 Bed, 2 full bath having 2,006 square feet under air conditioning and 2 garage spaces. This Single Family in Pebblebrooke Lakes was built in 2002 and has no pool. The view is the landscaped area, none and the back of the property faces west. The property was listed with Premiere Plus Realty Co.

Multiple Listing 212010119 at 113 Burnt Pine Dr in Pebblebrooke Lakes, subdivision Pebblebrooke Lakes went pending on Thursday 22nd of March 2012 when the list price was $269,900. The property was originally listed on Wednesday 21st of March 2012. This is a Single Family 4 Bed, 3 full bath, 1 half bath having 2,674 square feet under air conditioning and 2 garage spaces. This Single Family in Pebblebrooke Lakes was built in 2001 and has no pool. The view is the landscaped area and the back of the property faces west. The property was listed with Sun Realty.

Multiple Listing 212008613 at 67 Burnt Pine Dr in Pebblebrooke Lakes, subdivision Pebblebrooke Lakes went pending on Friday 9th of March 2012 when the list price was $199,900. The property was originally listed on Wednesday 7th of March 2012. This is a Single Family 4 Bed, 3 full bath, 1 half bath having 2,794 square feet under air conditioning and 2 garage spaces. This Single Family in Pebblebrooke Lakes was built in 2002 and has no pool. The view is the landscaped area and the back of the property faces north. The property was listed with Dream Homes Realty of Naples.

Multiple Listing 212004822 at 347 Burnt Pine Dr in Pebblebrooke Lakes, subdivision Pebblebrooke Lakes went pending on Saturday 14th of April 2012 when the list price was $299,000. The property was originally listed on Thursday 2nd of February 2012. This is a Single Family 4 Bed, 2 full bath having 2,276 square feet under air conditioning and 2 garage spaces. This Single Family in Pebblebrooke Lakes was built in 2001 and has a pool. The view is the landscaped area, privacy wall and the back of the property faces south. The property was listed with Rossi Real Estate Inc.

Multiple Listing 212003499 at 8335 Big Acorn Cir, #702 in Pebblebrooke Lakes, subdivision Nottingham went pending on Saturday 24th of March 2012 when the list price was $149,900. The property was originally listed on Wednesday 25th of January 2012. This is a Low Rise building condo 3 Bed, 2 full bath having 1,800 square feet under air conditioning and 2 garage spaces. This Low Rise building condo in Pebblebrooke Lakes was built in 2001 and has no pool. The view is the lake, landscaped area and the back of the property faces south. The property was listed with Coldwell Banker Residential RE.

Multiple Listing 212003327 at 245 Backwater Ct in Pebblebrooke Lakes, subdivision Pebblebrooke Lakes went pending on Monday 19th of March 2012 when the list price was $280,000. The property was originally listed on Thursday 19th of January 2012. This is a Single Family 4+Den, 4 full bath having 3,450 square feet under air conditioning and 2 garage spaces. This Single Family in Pebblebrooke Lakes was built in 2003 and has no pool. The view is the lake, landscaped area and the back of the property faces west. The property was listed with John R. Wood REALTORS.

Multiple Listing 211513134 at 8630 Pebblebrooke Dr in Pebblebrooke Lakes, subdivision Pebblebrooke Lakes went pending on Friday 30th of March 2012 when the list price was $320,000. The property was originally listed on Wednesday 21st of September 2011. This is a Single Family 5+Den, 4 full bath having 3,392 square feet under air conditioning and 2 garage spaces. This Single Family in Pebblebrooke Lakes was built in 1999 and has a pool. The view is the landscaped area and the back of the property faces south. The property was listed with Downing Frye Realty Inc.

Multiple Listing 211501855 at 359 Burnt Pine Dr in Pebblebrooke Lakes, subdivision Pebblebrooke Lakes went pending on Wednesday 7th of March 2012 when the list price was $299,000. The property was originally listed on Wednesday 11th of August 2010. This is a Single Family 3 Bed, 3 full bath having 2,742 square feet under air conditioning and 3 garage spaces. The property has 0.22 acres. This Single Family in Pebblebrooke Lakes was built in 2001 and has a pool. The view is the privacy wall and the back of the property faces east. The property was listed with Orange Country Real Estate.

Multiple Listing 212004880 at 111 Burnt Pine Dr in Pebblebrooke Lakes, subdivision Pebblebrooke Lakes went pending on Thursday 12th of April 2012 when the list price was $194,900. The property was originally listed on Monday 6th of February 2012. This is a Single Family 3 Bed, 2 full bath having 1,843 square feet under air conditioning and 2 garage spaces. This Single Family in Pebblebrooke Lakes was built in 2001 and has no pool. The view is the landscaped area and the back of the property faces west. The property was listed with Downing Frye Realty Inc.

Pebblebrooke Lakes Closed Sales

Multiple Listing 212006643 at 8345 Big Acorn Cir, #603 in Pebblebrooke Lakes, subdivision Nottingham sold on Wednesday 18th of April 2012 when listed for $144,900. The selling price was $150,000 and the dollar per square foot sold was $62. This is a Low Rise building condo 3 Bed, 3 full bath having 2,394 square feet under air conditioning and 2 garage spaces. This Low Rise building condo in Pebblebrooke Lakes was built in 2002 and has no pool. The view is the canal, landscaped area and the back of the property faces south. The property was listed with WEICHERT, REALTORS On The Gulf.

Multiple Listing 211524186 at 193 Skipping Stone Ln in Pebblebrooke Lakes, subdivision Pebblebrooke Lakes sold on Wednesday 14th of March 2012 when listed for $282,500. The selling price was $282,500 and the dollar per square foot sold was $85. This is a Single Family 4+Den, 4 full bath having 3,299 square feet under air conditioning and 2 garage spaces. This Single Family in Pebblebrooke Lakes was built in 2000 and has no pool. The view is the landscaped area and the back of the property faces west. The property was listed with L.H. Fleming & Company, Real Estate.

Multiple Listing 211523298 at 195 Burnt Pine Dr in Pebblebrooke Lakes, subdivision Pebblebrooke Lakes sold on Friday 2nd of March 2012 when listed for $249,900. The selling price was $245,000 and the dollar per square foot sold was $122. This is a Single Family 3+Den, 2 full bath having 2,006 square feet under air conditioning and 2 garage spaces. This Single Family in Pebblebrooke Lakes was built in 2002 and has no pool. The view is the landscaped area and the back of the property faces west. The property was listed with Premier Sotheby’s International Realty.

Multiple Listing 211514545 at 142 Burnt Pine Dr in Pebblebrooke Lakes, subdivision Pebblebrooke Lakes sold on Thursday 5th of April 2012 when listed for $260,000. The selling price was $237,000 and the dollar per square foot sold was $98. This is a Single Family 4 Bed, 3 full bath having 2,418 square feet under air conditioning and 2 garage spaces. The property has 0.2 acres. This Single Family in Pebblebrooke Lakes was built in 2004 and has a pool. The view is the lake and the back of the property faces east. The property was listed with Amerivest Realty.

Multiple Listing 211504818 at 8550 Silk Oak Ln in Pebblebrooke Lakes, subdivision Pebblebrooke Lakes sold on Wednesday 29th of February 2012 when listed for $134,900. The selling price was $120,000 and the dollar per square foot sold was $69. This is a Single Family 2 Bed, 2 full bath having 1,719 square feet under air conditioning and 2 garage spaces. This Single Family in Pebblebrooke Lakes was built in 2002 and has no pool. The back of the property faces south. The property was listed with Atlantic & Pacific Real Estate.

Multiple Listing 211015538 at 322 Burnt Pine Dr in Pebblebrooke Lakes, subdivision Pebblebrooke Lakes sold on Monday 27th of February 2012 when listed for $259,000. The selling price was $230,000 and the dollar per square foot sold was $79. This is a Single Family 4+Den, 2 full bath, 1 half bath having 2,905 square feet under air conditioning and 2 garage spaces. The property has 0.1 acres. This Single Family in Pebblebrooke Lakes was built in 2003 and has a pool. The view is the lake and the back of the property faces northwest. The property was listed with Island Realty Marco.

The source of this real property information is the copyrighted and proprietary database compilation of the M.L.S. of Naples, Inc. Copyright 2012 M.L.S. of Naples, Inc. All rights reserved. The accuracy of this information is not warranted or guaranteed. This information should be independently verified if any person intends to engage in a transaction in reliance upon it.

3101 Gin Ln, a Single Family with 9,740 square feet living area, 5 Bed, 6 full baths, 1 half baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012449 for $14,900,000. The development is Port Royal and the Single Family property has 5 garage spaces, a pool.The rear of the property faces southDowning Frye Realty Inc. listed the property.

74 Myrtle Rd, a Single Family with 4,876 square feet living area, 5+Den, 4 full baths, 1 half baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012560 for $1,795,400. The development is Pine Ridge and the Single Family property has 3 garage spaces, a pool.The rear of the property faces south and the view is the landscaped area The Single Family is on 1.07 acres. Downing Frye Realty Inc. listed the property.

2060 Sandpiper St, a Single Family with 1,864 square feet living area, 3 Bed, 2 full baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012586 for $829,000. The development is Royal Harbor and the Single Family property has 2 garage spaces, a pool.The rear of the property faces west and the view is the canal The Single Family is on 0.21 acres. Sun Realty listed the property.

6825 Grenadier Blvd, #2002, a High Rise building condo with 1,482 square feet living area, 2 Bed, 2 full baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012549 for $730,000. The development is Pelican Bay and the subdivision is St Pierre and the High Rise building condo property has 1 garage spaces, no pool.The rear of the property faces west and the view is the gulfPremiere Plus Realty Co. listed the property.

4910 Mahogany Ridge Dr, a Single Family with 3,461 square feet living area, 5+Den, 4 full baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012503 for $530,000. The development is Logan Woods and the Single Family property has 2 garage spaces, a pool.The rear of the property faces south and the view is the water feature, wooded area The Single Family is on 2.5 acres. Advanced Realty Solutions,Inc listed the property.

8443 Gleneagle Way, a Single Family with 2,470 square feet living area, 3+Den, 3 full baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012481 for $489,900. The development is Vanderbilt Country Club and the Single Family property has 2 garage spaces, no pool.The rear of the property faces west and the view is the golf course, lake The Single Family is on 0.2817 acres. John R. Wood Inc.REALTORS SC listed the property.

534 Avellino Isles Cir, #101, a Low Rise building condo with 2,230 square feet living area, 3 Bed, 2 full baths, 1 half baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012563 for $425,000. The development is Vineyards and the subdivision is Avellino Isles and the Low Rise building condo property has 2 garage spaces, no pool.The rear of the property faces west and the view is the lakeVineyards Properties Inc listed the property.

3091 Santorini Ct, a Villa Attached with 1,875 square feet living area, 3 Bed, 2 full baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012479 for $389,900. The development is Olde Cypress and the subdivision is Santorini Villas and the Villa Attached property has 2 garage spaces, a pool.The rear of the property faces north and the view is the privacy wallKeller Williams Elite Rlty 2 listed the property.

3868 Valentia Way, a Single Family with 1,983 square feet living area, 3+Den, 2 full baths, 1 half baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012496 for $384,000. The development is Island Walk and the Single Family property has 2 garage spaces, a pool.The rear of the property faces south and the view is the lakePrudential Florida Realty listed the property.

10368 Quail Crown Dr, #.007, a Single Family with 1,949 square feet living area, 3+Den, 2 full baths, 1 half baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012438 for $319,000. The development is Quail Creek Village and the Single Family property has 2 garage spaces, no pool.The rear of the property faces west and the view is the golf course, lakePremiere Plus Realty Co. listed the property.

1340 Center Ln, a Single Family with 1,795 square feet living area, 3 Bed, 2 full baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012460 for $264,900. The development is Sunny Trail Heights and the Single Family property has 2 garage spaces, a pool.The rear of the property faces east The Single Family is on 0.2 acres. Realty World Florida listed the property.

2736 Orange Grove Trl, a Single Family with 3,100 square feet living area, 5 Bed, 3 full baths, 1 half baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012568 for $230,000. The development is Valencia Lakes and the Single Family property has 3 garage spaces, no pool.The rear of the property faces east and the view is the lakeSun Realty listed the property.

1201 Milano Dr, a Single Family with 1,500 square feet living area, 2+Den, 2 full baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012453 for $224,900. The development is Sorrento Gardens and the Single Family property has no pool.The rear of the property faces north and the view is the landscaped area The Single Family is on 0.18 acres. Naples Realty Services, Inc. listed the property.

2711 Orange Grove Trl, a Single Family with 3,100 square feet living area, 5 Bed, 3 full baths, 1 half baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012531 for $220,000. The development is Valencia Lakes and the Single Family property has 2 garage spaces, no pool.The rear of the property faces northwest and the view is the landscaped areaSun Realty listed the property.

200 Wyndemere Way, #304, a Mid Rise building condo with 1,647 square feet living area, 2 Bed, 2 full baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012587 for $193,100. The development is Wyndemere and the subdivision is Commons At Wyndemere and the Mid Rise building condo property has no pool.The rear of the property faces north and the view is the golf course, lakePremiere Plus Realty Co. listed the property.

10285 Heritage Bay Blvd, #837, a Mid Rise building condo with 1,232 square feet living area, 2 Bed, 2 full baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012491 for $178,500. The development is Heritage Bay and the Mid Rise building condo property has no pool.The rear of the property faces west and the view is the golf course, waterPremiere Plus Realty Co. listed the property.

788 Park Shore Dr, #f-10, a Low Rise building condo with 1,015 square feet living area, 2 Bed, 2 full baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012415 for $169,000. The development is Park Shore and the subdivision is Hidden Lake Villas and the Low Rise building condo property has no pool.The rear of the property faces southColdwell Banker Residential RE listed the property.

105 Clubhouse Dr, #257, a Low Rise building condo with 2,245 square feet living area, 3 Bed, 2 full baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012471 for $149,000. The development is Wilderness and the subdivision is Wilderness Country Club and the Low Rise building condo property has 1 garage spaces, no pool.The rear of the property faces east and the view is the golf course, lake, landscaped areaColdwell Banker Residential RE listed the property.

1919 49th Ter Sw, a Single Family with 1,986 square feet living area, 3+Den, 2 full baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212011240 for $128,000. The development is Golden Gate City and the Single Family property has a pool.The rear of the property faces west and the view is the landscaped area The Single Family is on 0.29 acres. Premiere Plus Realty Co. listed the property.

3831 18th Ave Ne, a Single Family with 1,300 square feet living area, 3 Bed, 2 full baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012461 for $124,900. The development is Golden Gate Estates and the Single Family property has 2 garage spaces, no pool.The rear of the property faces north and the view is the landscaped area The Single Family is on 1.14 acres. RE/MAX Affinity listed the property.

4296 20th Ave Sw, a Single Family with 1,370 square feet living area, 3 Bed, 2 full baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012468 for $119,000. The development is Golden Gate City and the Single Family property has 1 garage spaces, no pool.The rear of the property faces south and the view is the landscaped area The Single Family is on 0.23 acres. RE/MAX Affinity listed the property.

2630 2nd Ave Se, a Single Family with 1,120 square feet living area, 3 Bed, 2 full baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012504 for $119,000. The development is Golden Gate Estates and the Single Family property has 1 garage spaces, no pool.The rear of the property faces south The Single Family is on 1.14 acres. South Bay Realty listed the property.

4977 Pepper Cir, #202g, a Low Rise building condo with 1,235 square feet living area, 2 Bed, 2 full baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012583 for $99,500. The development is Regency Woods and the Low Rise building condo property has no pool.The rear of the property faces northwest and the view is the landscaped area, pool/clubDowning Frye Realty Inc. listed the property.

2930 8th Ave Ne, a Single Family with 1,556 square feet living area, 4 Bed, 2 full baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012526 for $72,100. The development is Golden Gate Estates and the Single Family property has 2 garage spaces, no pool.The rear of the property faces north The Single Family is on 1.14 acres. Amerivest Realty listed the property.

2193 52nd Ter Sw, a Single Family with 1,136 square feet living area, 3 Bed, 2 full baths was listed on Wednesday 11th of April 2012 MLS #212012483 for $58,000. The development is Golden Gate City and the Single Family property has no pool.The rear of the property faces west and the view is the landscaped area The Single Family is on 0.25 acres. First Service Realty-GMAC listed the property.

Pending Sales

No new pending sales for this period.

Closed Sales

No new closed sales for this period.

The source of this real property information is the copyrighted and proprietary database compilation of the M.L.S. of Naples, Inc. Copyright 2012 M.L.S. of Naples, Inc. All rights reserved. The accuracy of this information is not warranted or guaranteed. This information should be independently verified if any person intends to engage in a transaction in reliance upon it.

Pelican Bay Beach Facilities, Berms, Boardwalk and Pelican Bay Parks.

Pelican Bay Beach Facilities

Pelican Bay beach facilities are located at the end of each boardwalk. The south boardwalk entrance is at the Commons. The north boardwalk entrance is at the SandPiper parking lot entrance in the 6800 block of Pelican Bay Blvd. at the western-most corner of the parking lot. Beach side pavillons provide food and beverage service, deck areas, and restrooms with showers and dressing areas. Pelican Bay has access to almost three miles of beach.

The Berms and Boardwalks

Two berms separate Pelican Bay upland areas from its estuaries and bays. They serve three purposes: restricting rainwater runoff from entering conservation areas, acting as roadways for trams serving the beaches, and providing a path for walkers, joggers, bikers and skaters. Bikers and skaters must travel at safe speeds. Berms are only open to members and their guests.

Canoes and Sailboats

The Foundation provides both canoes and sailboats for members’ use. Canoes are at a canoe dock on the north boardwalk . Reservations are required for the canoes and may be made at the Foundation Community Center. Sailboats are provided for use on the Gulf of Mexico to Pelican Bay Sailing Club Members. Membership is for experienced sailors who are 18 years of age or older. The annual fee is $25.00.

Parks and Nature Trails

The Pelican Bay Foundation has four parks for member use, each providing various amenities.

The Pelican Bay Commons : South Tennis Center, Horseshoe and Shuffleboard, South Berm Entrance, Hammock Oak Park.

Pelican Bay North Tennis Facility : Foundation Community Center, Horseshoe and Shuffleboard, Oakmont Park.

Pelican Bay Lake and walking trails : Playground area, Ridgewood Park.

The Pelican Bay lakes, docks, walking trails and picnic area are private property, but the Pelican Bay beach is a public beach.

Everything about Treviso Bay revolves around being “one of a kind” in every respect. The high level of luxury. The world-class amenities. Homes of consummate style and quality. Breathtaking streetscapes. And, at the top of the list, golf.

Available Treviso Bay Listings

As an Arthur Hills and Hal Sutton designed course, you’ll experience world class golf within 18 holes of championship play. “My goal with the design of Treviso Bay was to create a timeless golf course that would not pre-determine any type of shot or favor one type of play.

It is up to the individual golfer to decide which strategy will work best for them on each hole.”- Hal Sutton Hills and Sutton have strived to create a design where every hole challenges not only your skills with a golf club but your ability to out think the course and conditions.

What does all this mean to you?

If you’re a Naples Florida golfer and Treviso Bay real estate owning resident, it means that you are afforded one of the rarest pleasures the sport offers and the same level of play as golf’s greatest legends.

Treviso Bay Club Features

• Casual & formal dining
• Lounges & social rooms
• Billiard/card rooms
• Resort-style lagoon and lap pools
• Tennis center & pro shop
• Health club, spa & fitness center
• Aerobics & palates studios
• Staff tennis & golf pros
• Year-round social calendar

The American Builder DR Horton will start building in Summit Place.

Its expected that DR Horton will build about 80 condo/villas in Summit Place with pre-construction prices starting in the high one hundreds.

Summit Place is a family friendly gated community in North Naples and was originally developed by Waterways.

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Located in North East Naples just off Collier Blvd, Summit Place offers a 6000 sq-ft clubhouse, many amenities, such as volleyball, resort style pool area, kids play area and exercise room.

Public Schools in Summit Place are:

• Laurel Oak Elementary School
• Oakridge Middle School
• Gulf Coast High School

Check for available Summit Place condos for sale as well as the availability of bank owned Summit Place foreclosures and short sales.

Naples Florida Guide is a brief summary of things to do and see in Collier County.

Collier County Shopping Guide

Naples Florida is a shopper’s paradise with price ranges from every taste. The newly redeveloped Fifth Avenue Naples and Third Street Naples lure browsers and buyers alike to dozens of specialty and antique shops, art galleries and gift shops.

Away from the downtown Naples area, you’ll find elegant shopping in a variety of venues. Some offer the finest names in the industry, while others are themed to provide just the right keepsake of your Naples Florida vacation. And don’t forget the outlets. Two nearby outlet malls offer discounts from leading manufacturers. Whatever your desire, Naples Florida provides an opportunity to shop ‘til you drop.

Dining in Naples Florida

There is no reason to go hungry while in Naples. Do you crave seafood, steaks, sushi or pasta? Or, perhaps lighter fare of burgers or salads. There are restaurants by the beach, on the bustling sidewalks of Fifth Avenue Naples and Third Street and near the boat docks. The restaurants of Naples are ready to indulge your dining wishes.

Collier County Accommodations Guide

Naples has been welcoming guests for more than 100 years. Its earliest accommodation was a 16-room hotel that catered to visitors who traveled to this Gulf of Mexico haven for relaxation, fishing and hunting.

Today, Naples offers posh resorts and stylish hotels overlooking the spectacular beaches and on luxurious golf courses. Also, in the mix are a collection of excellent hotels and motels, often these are more moderately priced and still within easy access of the waterfront.

Want more space or planning an extended stay? Naples Florida has fabulous condominiums for lease by the week, month or season.

Collier County Higher education Guide

1. Lorenzo Walker Institute of Technology
2. Edison Community College
3. Florida Gulf Coast University
4. Edison Community College
5. International College

Fast growing industries Guide

1. Wholesale trade
2. Services
3. Retail Trade
4. Government
5. Construction
6. Transportation and Public Utilities
7. Manufacturing
8. Finance
9. Insurance
10. Real Estate

Give our team of real estate agents a call in Naples Florida and we will be happy to show you around town.

Naples Florida Architects, Collier County real estate and home-buyers.

Collier County homes exist in every price range and location, while model and speculative homes often secreted away in amenity-laden gated communities push interior design, landscaping and architectural detailing to new levels. All these give buyers the chance to walk through and experience the look and feel of their potential castle with nothing left to the imagination.

For some purchasers, however, existing homes might not feel quite right. They want something more personal that better reflects their lifestyles. Enter the architect, who can weave space into more than just walls and a roof overhead. Think of an architect as a personal problem solver, an artist who can create a dream home tailored specifically to your needs.

Deciding to enlist the services of a Naples Florida architect, finding one, and working well through the long, drawn-out process (often extending a year or two) can be daunting. But the end result can prove well worth the time and effort.

While state law mandates the use of an architect under certain circumstances (homes larger than 5,000 square feet and additions or modifications to homes along the coastal construction line, for instance), an architect’s services can benefit even the smallest project by minimizing builder and construction costs-and headaches. A Naples Florida architect’s involvement can be as encompassing or as limited as the homeowner desires, from simply drawing up home plans or consulting with a homeowner on existing blueprints to guiding the entire process from site selection to home design, construction and completion. Remember, an architect is the homeowner’s representative in the building process.

A good Naples Florida architect is a listener, a communicator, a liaison between owner and builder, a guiding hand, the person who can translate dreams to paper and a finished product. In short, an architect is superman or superwoman, capable of leaping tall buildings-or at least designing a great home.

Through a public records request, the state Division of Business and Professional Regulation can let a client know if a prospective architect has been reprimanded. Industry awards are indicative of how an architect is looked upon by peers.

Finding an architect can be as simple as scanning the Yellow Pages or asking friends whose homes you admire. Word of mouth is often the best reference.

Once hired, a Naples Florida architect should sit down with clients and discuss lifestyle, needs, dreams and desires. Homeowners will often be asked to complete an extensive survey that delves into how they use their home, their expectations and their wish list.

Early decisions should also include others involved in the process-builder, interior designers and landscape architects. Assembling the team early helps to identify and eliminate potential problems.

Arts and Entertainment in Collier County and Lee County

The Philharmonic Center for the arts brings world-class shows and entertainers to Naples Florida, particularly through the fall and winter. The Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers offers a similar lineup. Both halls have their own symphony orchestras and choruses.

The sprawling Estero Germain Arena provides a venue for big-name stars such as Elton John and Sting as well as ice hockey with the Florida Everblades and basketball with the Sea Dragons.

Elsewhere, two dinner theaters offer a meal and a popular show, and several smaller theater groups also have their own stages, including Florida Repertory Theater at the historic Arcade Theater in downtown Fort Myers.

Other forms of amusement include a plethora of multi-screen movie houses and clubs serving up comedy, country music, rock, jazz, folk and even an Elvis show.

There’s hardly a weekend throughout the winter season without at least a couple of festivals celebrating some local specialty or quirk. Among the annual fetes are the Goodland Mullet Festival, the Fort Myers Beach Shrimp Festival, Greek Fest, Mango Mania, American Sandsculpting Festival and the big one, the Edison Festival of Light, honoring the inventor around his February birthday.

Naples Entertainment

Naples Performing Arts

The Naples Players at Sugden Community Theatre, 701 Fifth Ave. S., (239) 263-7990. Long-running community theater troupe presents an average of 20 productions a year (winter and summer seasons). Comedies, dramas and musicals. Educational programs offered throughout the year.

Philharmonic Center for the Arts, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., (239) 597-1111. The Phil is home to The Naples Philharmonic, an 85-piece symphony orchestra, and a 45-piece chamber orchestra. The Philharmonic Center Chorale is comprised of 110 voices and the Youth Chorale has over 100 members. A broad cultural season at Hayes Hall includes concerts by visiting symphony orchestras, Broadway shows and internationally acclaimed dance companies. Florida’s West Coast home to the Miami City Ballet, which presents three series each season, plus performances of “The Nutcracker.” The Phil also presents 410 events in two auditoriums, four art galleries and two sculpture gardens. The Collector’s Corner offers a variety of art and gifts for sale.

Naples Live Music and Dancing

Liquid Café, 815 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Pavilion Shopping Center, (239) 514-1700. Monday-poetry jam; Tuesday-open mic; every other Thursday-meet the artist; Friday-Latin dance night.

Naples Beach Hotel, 851 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., (239) 261-2222. Sunday night pool parties featuring live entertainment, beginning at 6 p.m.

Seawitch Restaurant and Lounge, 179 South Bay Drive, off Vanderbilt Beach Road, (239) 566-1514. Live entertainment, featuring two- and three-piece bands, Wednesday-Saturday in season, Friday and Saturday off-season.

Zoe’s, 720 Fifth Ave. S., (239) 261-1221. Enjoy dinner then dance the night away from 11 p.m. until 2 a.m. Live DJ 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. every Friday and Saturday. Must be 21.

Bonita Springs Entertainment

Visit Jade Island for live music and dancing at 8951 Bonita Beach Road, (239) 992-8881. On Fridays enjoy karaoke. Saturday-dance music with DJ.

Cape Coral Entertainment

Cape Coral Cultural Park Theater Company – 528 Cultural Park Blvd. (239) 772-5862

Home of the Cape Coral Community Theater, the Cultural Park Theater Project, the Southwest Florida Craft Guild and the Cape Coral Council for Arts and Humanities. The facility offers a variety of programs including live performances, art exhibitions and classes. Call for specific programs and scheduling information.

Fort Myers Entertainment

Colonial Station, four miles west of I-75 on Colonial Boulevard, (239) 275-8487.

Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, 8099 College Parkway S.W., (239) 481-4849 or (800) 440-7469.

Broadway Palm Dinner Theater, 1380 Colonial Blvd., (239) 278-4422.

Florida Repertory Theater at the Arcade Theater, historic downtown Fort Myers on Bay Street between Jackson and Hendry streets, (239) 332-4488 or (877) 787-8053. Professional theater presenting six productions during the winter season and three during the summer from Classics to the hottest Broadway shows.

Lee County Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., (239) 939- 2787.

Southwest Florida Symphony, 4560 Via Royale, (239) 418-1500. Presenting classical and pops concerts November through April. Also presenting Symphony on Sanibel Island. Call for schedule information and tickets.

Theatre Conspiracy, 10091 McGregor Blvd., (239) 936-3239. Non-profit group that performs Classics to cutting edge, world premieres, avant-garde theater. Kids Conspiracy performs childrens plays.

Fort Myers Live Music and Dancing

Buddha Bar & Grill, 12701 McGregor Blvd., (239) 482-8565. Live entertainment Tuesday through Sunday. 21 and up.

Club 1527, 1527 Hendry St., (239) 461-9744. Wednesday-ladies night; Friday-DJ music; Saturday-DJ party; Sunday-kings of the underground. 18 and up for ladies, 21 and up for men.

Dena’s and Slicks, 17687 Summerlin Road, (239) 267-2200. Skate park six nights a week, Monday closed. Saturday-teen night for 13- to 19-year-olds. Friday-rock ’n’ roll all ages, beer and wine, live bands.

Groove Street Grill & Discotheque, College Plaza Shopping Center, corner of College Parkway and Winkler Road, (239) 437-2743. Thursday-ladies night; Friday and Saturday-’70s disco, ’80s dance music and Top 40 music.

Indigo Room, 2219 Main St., (239) 332-0014. Live local, regional and national bands Saturday night. Alternative rock, ’70s and ’80s dance music. Theme nights. Over 100 varieties of beer. 21 and up.

Liquid Café, corner of First and Hendry streets, downtown, (239) 461-0444. Monday-singles game night; Tuesday-open mike; Wednesday-lyricists’ lounge; every other Thursday-meet the artist; Saturday-live music.

LJ’s Lounge, 16500 S.R. 31, east Fort Myers, (239) 694-4287. Wednesday sing karaoke style with live music accompaniment; Friday and Saturday-live entertainment. No cover charge.

Ricochet, 3853 S. Cleveland Ave. in the Kmart Plaza, (239) 277-5700. Country music. Tuesday-coin night; Friday-ladies night; Saturday-balloon drop prize night.

The Beat Club, 1528 Hendry St., downtown Fort Myers, (239) 461-9300. Wednesday-ladies night; Thursday-coin night; Friday-the party zone with B103; Saturday-ultimate dance party. 18 and up for ladies, 21 and up for men. www.thebeatclub.com.

The Brick Bar, above Peter’s La Cuisine on the third floor, 2224 Bay St., (239) 332-2228. Jazz and blues nightly starting at 9:30 p.m. Known touring groups and respected, regional bands are typically featured. Comedy club at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday. Limited gourmet menu available. Sky Bar, located rooftop, features DJ playing Top 40 tunes Wednesday-Saturday.

Varian’s, 33 Patio de Leon, downtown Fort Myers, (239) 461-2727. Live DJ club/techno music Monday-Saturday. Three bars, indoor dance floor and outdoor patio. Special events monthly. 21 and up. Dress code.

VIP Club, 16520 S. Tamiami Trail, Island Park Shopping Center, (239) 437-2177. Monday-Reunion duo; Tuesday-Elvis impersonator; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday-live entertainment; Thursday-singles night.

Fort Myers Comedy Clubs

Laugh-In Comedy Café, College Plaza Shopping Center, corner of College Parkway and Winkler Road, (239) 479-LAFF. Featuring national touring comedians every Friday and Saturday at 8 and 10 p.m.

Fort Myers Beach Entertainment

Live Music and Dancing at Channel Mark, 19001 San Carlos Blvd., (239) 463-9127. Live jazz 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Marco Island Entertainment

Marco Island Players, 1055 N. Collier Blvd., Towne Center, (239) 642-7270. A full season of one-act plays and musical revues. A variety of plays are performed, including murder mystery productions. Call for show information.

Marco Island Live Music and Dancing at The Bombay Club, 695 Bald Eagle Drive, Marco Island, (239) 389-9100. Features single and national acts as well as DJ music seven nights a week in season. 18 and up. Billiards and large screen TVs.

Sanibel Island Entertainment

Sanibel Island Performing Arts

The Old Schoolhouse Theater, 1905 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island (239) 472-6862. Home of the Off Beach Players, (239) 481-9111, and Encore Productions. The 90-seat theater presents performances ranging from comedy and vaudeville to musicals and drama.

J. Howard Wood Theater, 2200 Periwinkle Way, (239) 472-0006. Formerly the Pirate Playhouse. A fully professional theater that features a season of varied works. Children’s theater and play reading series available. $25/person. Box office hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Sanibel Island Live Music and Dancing

Jacaranda, 1223 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, (239) 472-1771. Jazz, rock and reggae seven nights a week. 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.