Bay Colony Beach Club, Naples

The big-picture story

Naples has plenty of beautiful beaches. Bay Colony’s Beach Club is different because it turns “going to the beach” into something you actually do more often. Not because it’s closer, but because it’s easier. When your beach day comes with attentive service, comfort, and a sense of arrival, it becomes a ritual, not a project.

What the Beach Club is, in plain language

The Bay Colony Beach Club offers attentive staff providing fresh towels, chaise lounges, and umbrellas, plus food and drink service at the water’s edge, poolside, or in the renovated Beach Club. That service model is the difference between “we should go to the beach sometime” and “let’s go for an hour before dinner.”

Big-Picture Appeal

• Effortless beach days with staffed setup and service

• A refined, private-club feel rather than a public beach experience

• A social option that still respects privacy, because you can engage or keep it quiet

• A lifestyle anchor that supports both condo owners and estate owners who want the Gulf as part of daily life

What it feels like day to day

• Quick visits count here. Many owners use the Beach Club for shorter, more frequent visits because the logistics are handled.
• Guests love it. If you host friends and family, this becomes a signature Naples experience that feels curated and elevated. 
• It complements estate living. Owners who choose privacy inland still get a Gulf-facing lifestyle when they want it.

Who it’s perfect for

• Buyers who want the Gulf lifestyle but do not necessarily want a beachfront tower

• Seasonal residents who want a beach day to feel easy and elegant

• Hosts who want a “membership-level” experience for guests

• Buyers who value service, not just scenery

Smart Buyer Notes

• Confirm access details, rules, and any nuances during due diligence, since lifestyle privileges are important and should be clearly understood before closing.

• If you’re comparing communities, compare the experience, not just the amenity list. Staffed beach service changes how often you use the beach.

FAQ

1. Do I have to live in Bay Colony to join the Beach Club? Yes. The beach club is only available to Bay Colony residents (including residents of the Golf Estates)

2. What services are provided? Towels, chaise lounges, umbrellas, plus food and drink service.

3. Is service available at the beach itself? There is service at the water’s edge and poolside.

4. Is there a renovated Beach Club setting? Yes, the club was recently renovated

5. Where is Bay Colony? Bay Colony is a distinct enclave within Pelican Bay.

6. Is Bay Colony gated? Yes - Bay Colony has a fully staffed gate

7. Is the Beach Club the same as Pelican Bay beach access? No - this is an additional, exclusive beach club experience for Bay Colony. People who live at the beach in Bay Colony also have access to the two Pelican Bay beach clubs. 

8. Does this matter if I’m buying an estate home? Yes, it can be a major value point for owners who want estate privacy plus a Gulf ritual.

9. What’s the real benefit? Ease and absolute luxury. It makes the beach a frequent habit without having to lug your stuff.

10. Is it a social environment? It can be, but it’s also designed for comfort and discretion.

11. How do I evaluate whether it fits me? The best approach is to tour the Beach Club experience and compare it to your current rhythm and expectations.

Ready to see it in person? Call Melinda. 

If Bay Colony is on your radar, please contact Melinda Gunther with Premier Sotheby's International Realty. I’ll help you understand what the Beach Club lifestyle really feels like, then connect that to the residences that match your priorities.