Naples Golf Guy

06/17/2026

Everyone keeps asking if Florida's cooling off. The numbers say… not so much. 🌴😎

A new Florida TaxWatch forecast says we'll add 2.3 million new residents between 2026 and 2035 — that's about 895 people a day choosing Florida in 2026 alone!

Honestly, I'm not surprised. I talk to these folks all the time, and it's always the same wish list: sunshine, the lifestyle, no state income tax, and a little more room to breathe. Sound familiar? 😉

For us here in Southwest Florida, more neighbors means more demand — and our golf communities keep proving just how strong that lifestyle pull really is. The long game is looking great, and that's when having a guide who actually knows these communities makes all the difference.

Thinking about buying or selling from Naples to Sarasota? Let's chat — no pressure. 👇

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Naples Golf Guy | Matt Klinowski P.A. | Downing Frye Realty
Here's to living the good life in paradise, Matt

06/16/2026

The numbers are in—and they confirm what our buyers already feel. 🏌️⛳

A new industry analysis shows buyers inside elite golf clubs pay a 25–30% premium over comparable homes. Adjacent to a championship course? That jumps as high as 35%. Even nationwide, a golf-course-adjacent address adds 7.6% to home value.

Why? Because today's buyers aren't just buying a house—they're buying a lifestyle: golf, tennis, pickleball, dining, fitness, and a vibrant social scene, all right outside the door. The demand took off after the pandemic and hasn't slowed down.

From Naples to Sarasota, our golf communities keep proving their value. With 200+ to choose from—and memberships, dues, and fees that never show up online—picking the right one makes all the difference.

Curious what your golf lifestyle could look like? Let's find your perfect fit. 👇

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Naples Golf Guy | Matt Klinowski P.A. | Downing Frye Realty
Here's to living the good life in paradise, Matt

06/13/2026

⛳ SWFL Golf News: The Club at Mediterra has officially begun a major reconstruction of its South Course.

The course renovation is part of a broader investment in the community's world-class golf and lifestyle amenities. The project, led by renowned golf course architect Tom Fazio's team, will enhance one of Naples' most celebrated private golf experiences.

This latest improvement comes on the heels of several significant upgrades, including a new Sports & Lifestyle Center, clubhouse enhancements, and continued investments in Mediterra's private Beach Club and member amenities.

Communities that continually reinvest in their golf courses, club facilities, and lifestyle offerings often strengthen both the resident experience and long-term property values. Mediterra continues to demonstrate why it remains one of Naples' premier luxury golf communities.

Thinking about buying or selling in Mediterra or another luxury golf community?

The Naples Golf Guy Team specializes in golf community real estate throughout Southwest Florida, helping buyers and sellers navigate the area's top golf and country club communities from Naples to Sarasota.

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Naples Golf Guy | Matt Klinowski P.A. | Downing Frye Realty
Here's to living the good life in paradise, Matt

06/12/2026

🏌️‍♂️ The right home starts with the right community.

Recently, we helped buyers relocating to Southwest Florida find their ideal golf community lifestyle—not by rushing into a home purchase, but by first exploring the communities that best matched their goals.

Together, we toured multiple golf and country club communities, met with membership directors, reviewed club offerings, discussed lifestyle preferences, and compared amenities, golf experiences, locations, and long-term value.

After narrowing down their options, Shadow Wood Preserve emerged as the perfect fit.

Then came the best part...

Through our local relationships and network, we identified an off-market opportunity that checked every box and helped our clients secure this beautiful home at 18311 Mossy Glen Ct.

🏡 4 Bedrooms + Den

🏡 4.5 Bathrooms

🏡 3,871 Sq. Ft.

🏡 Offered at $1,499,000

🏡 Located in the sought-after Shadow Wood Preserve community

This transaction is a great reminder that finding the right home often starts with finding the right lifestyle.

At The Naples Golf Guy Team, we specialize in helping buyers navigate the many golf communities from Naples to Sarasota, ensuring they choose the community that best aligns with how they want to live.

Sometimes the perfect home is on the market.

Sometimes it's not.

Either way, we're here to help you find it.

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Naples Golf Guy | Matt Klinowski P.A. | Downing Frye Realty
Here's to living the good life in paradise, Matt

06/11/2026

Check out one of our newest listings in Twin Eagles! We're excited this newly renovated home will be featured on Fox 4 this Sunday at 11:30 AM.

This home comes with the opportunity to join the club immediately! No waitlist.

Twin Eagles has 2 championship golf courses, pickleball, tennis, bocce, resort-style pool, cabana bar, fitness center and a newly renovated clubhouse!

Call us to schedule a private tour - 239-370-0892.

Naples Golf Guy | Matt Klinowski P.A. | Downing Frye Realty
Here's to living the good life in paradise, Matt

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06/10/2026

☀️ A beautiful day of property tours in Naples! ⛳🏡

Today we were out showing homes in Treviso Bay and several other outstanding bundled golf communities, helping buyers explore the lifestyle that best fits their goals and interests.

From stunning golf course views and resort-style amenities to private pools like this one, every community offers something unique. Whether you're looking for an active golf lifestyle, a vibrant social scene, luxury amenities, or a peaceful retreat, finding the right home starts with finding the right community.

That's where we come in.

We take the time to understand how you want to live, then help you identify the communities and homes that align with your vision. From Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, and Fort Myers to Venice, Lakewood Ranch, and Sarasota, we guide buyers through some of Southwest Florida's most sought-after golf and country club communities.

🏌️‍♂️ Bundled Golf
🌴 Resort-Style Living
🏡 Luxury Homes & Condos
☀️ Southwest Florida Lifestyle

If you're considering a move to a golf community, let's connect. We'll help you find the ideal home and community to match your lifestyle.

📍 Serving buyers from Naples to Sarasota - 239-370-0892.

Naples Golf Guy | Matt Klinowski P.A. | Downing Frye Realty
Here's to living the good life in paradise, Matt

06/09/2026

SWFL Golf News⛳

The former Meadows Country Club will reopen as the Meadows Golf Club, with public play scheduled to begin June 19 under the management of Arnold Palmer Golf Management.

The Meadows Course will open first, with the Groves Course expected to follow as restoration work progresses.

This is another reminder of how golf communities continue to evolve throughout Southwest Florida. Whether you're considering a bundled golf community, an equity club, a non-equity private club, or a golf-adjacent neighborhood, understanding the long-term vision, financial structure, and management of a community is just as important as the golf itself.

If you're exploring golf community living in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, or Punta Gorda, I'm always happy to help you compare communities and find the best fit for your lifestyle goals.

Contact us today at 239-370-0892.

Naples Golf Guy | Matt Klinowski P.A. | Downing Frye Realty
Here's to living the good life in paradise, Matt

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06/08/2026

One of the most rewarding parts of what we do is helping buyers discover not just the right home, but the right community for the lifestyle they envision.

Today, we spent time touring several of Southwest Florida's top bundled golf communities, including beautiful Esplanade Golf & Country Club in Naples. Every community offers something unique—from championship golf and resort-style amenities to social activities, dining, fitness, and wellness opportunities.

Our job is to listen carefully, understand what matters most to our clients, and help them compare communities so they can confidently choose the one that best fits their goals and lifestyle. For some, it's all about golf. For others, it's the social scene, location, amenities, home style, or view from the lanai.

The stunning view from this Esplanade home is a perfect reminder that buying a home is about more than square footage—it's about finding a place where you'll love spending every day.

Thinking about a move to a golf community in Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Sarasota, or Punta Gorda? We'd be happy to help you explore the options and find the perfect fit.

⛳🏡 Your ideal lifestyle starts with finding the right community - 239-370-0892.

Naples Golf Guy | Matt Klinowski P.A. | Downing Frye Realty
Here's to living the good life in paradise, Matt

06/07/2026

🏌️‍♂️ Are SWFL Golf Club Waitlists Changing Your Home Search?
The secret is out: the luxury golf lifestyle in Southwest Florida is in historic demand. If you are looking for a home in Naples, Bonita Springs, Fort Myers or Greater Sarasota, you’ve likely realized that buying the perfect house doesn’t automatically mean you get a tee time.

A recent report by the National Golf Foundation shows structured league participation has jumped 68% since 2019, leading to a massive rise in "Appointment Golf." Locally, this means our premier private courses are managing unprecedented capacity.

Before you write an offer, you need to understand the three distinct club structures shaping the SWFL market right now:

Bundled Golf Communities: Membership is deeded to your property. You get immediate access at closing, but expect higher overall course traffic.

Equity Private Clubs: Memberships are capped and separate from homeownership. They offer pristine paces of play, but often come with multi-year waitlists.

Transferable Golf Memberships: The holy grail of listings. The seller passes their active golf slot directly to you, completely bypassing the waitlist bottleneck.

The Bottom Line: Finding the right home means looking past the granite countertops and auditing club bylaws, member caps, and waitlist mechanics.

Don't guess on your golf access. Let our team pull the latest internal metrics, waitlist times, and membership caps for your target communities today.

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Naples Golf Guy | Matt Klinowski P.A. | Downing Frye Realty
Here's to living the good life in paradise, Matt

06/06/2026

🌎🏡 Southwest Florida continues to attract buyers from around the globe.

A recent Florida Realtors report highlights that several Florida metro areas rank among the top U.S. destinations for international homebuyers, reinforcing what many of us see every day across Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Sarasota, and the surrounding Gulf Coast communities. Florida remains the nation's leading destination for international real estate investment, driven by our lifestyle, climate, tax advantages, and long-term value.

For Southwest Florida homeowners, international demand is an important factor supporting the luxury and golf community market. Buyers from Canada, Latin America, Europe, and beyond continue to view Florida as a desirable place to own a vacation home, investment property, or future retirement residence.

Whether you're considering buying or selling in a golf community, understanding these broader market trends can help you make more informed real estate decisions.

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