Waterford at Bonita Bay is a low-density carriage-home condominium neighborhood near the north entrance and Bonita Bay Club campus in Bonita Springs. Approximately 114 residences occupy 20 two-story buildings along Devonshire Court, Glen Cairn Court and Wild Rose Court, with golf, lake and landscaped settings creating meaningful differences from one residence to another.
Built primarily from approximately 1990 through 1997, Waterford combines spacious three-bedroom floor plans, garage parking, screened or enclosed lanais and two neighborhood pool areas with the convenience of condominium ownership.
Carriage-Home Living
Waterford residences are configured as first- or second-floor homes within small residential buildings rather than conventional interior-corridor condominiums.
Living areas generally range from approximately 1,954 to 2,719 square feet, with some later measurements reaching slightly above that range because of plan variations and lanai modifications.
First-Floor Residences
Ground-level homes eliminate interior stairs and can provide direct access between the residence, garage and outdoor areas.
Second-Floor Residences
Upper residences can offer elevated golf or lake perspectives together with vaulted or higher-volume interior ceilings in select plans.
Creekside Golf & Lake Views
Many Waterford residences overlook portions of Bonita Bay's Creekside golf course, neighborhood lakes or combinations of both.
View quality should be evaluated by floor level, rear orientation, fairway relationship, lake width, vegetation, cart-path position and sunset exposure rather than simply whether the MLS lists a golf or lake view.
Three-Bedroom Floor Plans
Waterford is known for substantial three-bedroom layouts. Larger plans can provide approximately 2,700 square feet with three full baths or additional powder rooms, spacious great rooms, separate dining areas and large lanais.
Buyers should compare floor plan, bedroom privacy, lanai configuration, garage arrangement and renovation rather than relying on square footage alone.
Two Neighborhood Pool Areas
Waterford residents have access to two neighborhood swimming-pool areas with spas and cabanas. Proximity to a pool may be convenient for some buyers, while others may place greater value on a quieter building position.
Renovation & Lanai Configuration
Waterford's 1990s construction era makes renovation and capital improvements important valuation factors.
Some residences retain screened lanais, while others have glass-enclosed or incorporated outdoor spaces. Buyers should verify whether enclosed areas are included in reported living area and confirm permits where appropriate.
Interior renovation should be analyzed separately from HVAC equipment, water heaters, plumbing, electrical systems, windows, shutters and association-controlled exterior components.
Waterford valuation sequence: Waterford section/building → floor level → floor plan → living area → golf/lake exposure → lanai configuration → renovation → garage → association condition → reserves/assessments → major interior systems → closest Waterford comparable sales.
Waterford I & Waterford II
Buyers should identify the exact condominium association and building before comparing fees, reserves, insurance, projects or assessments.
Waterford includes separate condominium association structures, so one residence's current budget or maintenance obligation should not automatically be applied to another section.
Condo Due Diligence
In addition to inspecting the residence itself, buyers should review the applicable condominium declaration, current budget, reserves, recent financial statements, insurance, structural or capital projects, meeting minutes, rental policies, pet restrictions and pending or approved assessments.
Waterford's low-density carriage-home design does not eliminate condominium-level financial and insurance considerations.
Recent Waterford Market Context
Recent Waterford transactions demonstrate a broad pricing range. Larger renovated residences with premium golf and lake views can reach the upper end of the neighborhood, including seven-figure pricing, while smaller or less updated homes can trade materially lower.
The strongest comparable sale should therefore match the same Waterford section, floor level, plan size, view and renovation profile whenever possible.
Compare Similar Bonita Bay Communities
Waterford buyers often compare other Bonita Bay coach-home and low-density condominium neighborhoods offering garages, spacious floor plans, lanais and golf, lake or landscaped views.
Waterford owners automatically become members of the Bonita Bay Community Association. The master association maintains Bonita Bay common areas, roads, streetlights, lakes, storm-water systems and recreational parks, including the private Gulf-front beach.
Private Beach
Bonita Bay homeowners have access to the privately owned Gulf-front beach facility. Current amenities include private parking, year-round shuttle service, beach chairs and lounges, umbrellas, grills, showers, restrooms and interior gathering spaces.
Bonita Bay Club Membership Is Separate
Purchasing a Waterford condominium does not automatically convey private Bonita Bay Club membership.
Bonita Bay Club operates independently within the community. Buyers interested in private golf, racquet sports, fitness, spa, dining and Club programming should verify current membership categories, availability, initiation requirements and dues separately from the real-estate purchase.
Bonita Bay Marina
Bonita Bay Marina is a separate full-service facility on the Imperial River with direct access toward Estero Bay and the Gulf of Mexico.
Wet slips and dry boat storage involve separate availability and fees and do not automatically convey with a Waterford residence.
Schulz Realty can help buyers compare Waterford residences by association, building, floor level, floor plan, golf and lake exposure, lanai configuration, renovation, garage, reserves, assessments and the most relevant Waterford comparable sales.
Waterford owners considering a sale can request a residence-specific valuation rather than relying on a broad Bonita Bay condominium average.
Property availability, MLS information, living area, floor plans, garage arrangements, golf and lake views, lanai configurations, condominium fees, reserves, insurance, assessments, association projects, rental and pet rules, Bonita Bay Community Association amenities, private-beach procedures, marina availability, Bonita Bay Club membership opportunities and individual residence features may change. Buyers should independently verify material condominium, association and property information before purchasing.
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The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity Program (BR Program) of M.L.S. of Naples, Inc. Properties listed with brokerage firms other than this company are marked with the BR Program Icon or the BR House Icon and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing brokers. The properties displayed may not be all the properties available through the BR Program. The information provided is for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any other purpose.