Wellington Place Condos at Kensington in Naples Florida
Wellington Place is one of the largest coach-home condominium neighborhoods within Kensington Golf & Country Club in Naples, Florida. Approximately 140 residences are divided between Wellington Place I and Wellington Place II along Dover Court, Stratford Court and Alberton Court.
The neighborhood combines substantial first- and second-floor residences with attached two-car garages, screened lanais, selected private elevators and lake, golf-course or landscaped views. Its approximately 2,160- and 2,686-square-foot floor-plan groups provide considerably more interior space than many traditional Naples condominiums.
Approximately 140 Residences • Wellington Place I & II • Dover, Stratford & Alberton Courts • Approx. 2,160 & 2,686 Sq. Ft. • Two-Car Garages • Select Private Elevators • Lake & Golf Views
Approximately 140 Residences About 48 residences are associated with Wellington Place I and about 92 with Wellington Place II.
Two Primary Floor-Plan Groups Approximately 2,160- and 2,686-square-foot layouts are strongly represented.
First & Second Floors Buyers can compare direct-entry first-floor living with larger elevated upper-floor coach homes.
Three Association Layers Wellington Place I, Wellington Place II and the Commons structure require property-specific due diligence.
Wellington Place I
Wellington Place I represents the original phase of the neighborhood and contains approximately 48 condominium residences. Dover Court is most closely associated with this portion of Wellington Place.
First- and second-floor coach homes are represented, with substantial interior living areas, attached garages and screened outdoor spaces. Golf, lake and landscaped settings vary according to individual building position.
Wellington Place I has its own condominium association. Buyers should therefore review the budget, reserves, insurance and governing documents applicable specifically to Phase I instead of assuming the entire Wellington Place neighborhood operates under one condominium association.
Wellington Place II
Wellington Place II expanded the neighborhood by approximately 92 additional residences, primarily along Stratford Court and Alberton Court.
Like Phase I, Wellington Place II includes first- and second-floor coach homes with attached two-car garages. The two principal living-area groups are strongly represented, along with private elevators in many larger upper-floor properties.
Wellington Place II is governed separately from Wellington Place I. Its financial condition, reserves, insurance and capital planning should be reviewed independently.
Dover Court Condos
Dover Court is most closely associated with Wellington Place I. Residences can relate to golf, water, mature landscaping or combinations of these settings.
Building position can materially affect privacy and view. Buyers should consider the outlook from the main living area, primary bedroom and screened lanai rather than relying solely on a generalized golf- or lake-view label.
Stratford Court Condos
Stratford Court forms an important portion of Wellington Place II and includes both first-floor and upper-floor coach homes.
The approximately 2,160-square-foot and larger approximately 2,686-square-foot layouts are represented, giving buyers a meaningful choice between accessible single-level living and larger elevated residences.
Alberton Court Condos
Alberton Court also forms part of Wellington Place II. Both principal floor-plan groups are represented, along with a variety of lake, golf and landscaped settings.
As elsewhere in Wellington Place, the specific floor plan, floor level, permanent view, renovation, private elevator and garage configuration should drive the comparison before a broad neighborhood price-per-square-foot figure.
Approximately 2,160-Square-Foot Floor Plans
The approximately 2,160-square-foot Wellington Place floor plan is particularly common among first-floor coach homes. Two-bedroom-plus-den configurations are well represented, although room use and bathroom count can vary by individual residence.
These homes provide unusually generous condominium living while retaining convenient direct access between the attached garage, main living spaces and screened lanai.
Approximately 2,686-Square-Foot Floor Plans
The larger Wellington Place coach homes provide approximately 2,686 square feet of air-conditioned living area in many MLS records. Three-bedroom-plus-den layouts are common, while four-bedroom configurations can appear where flexible spaces have been reconfigured.
At nearly 2,700 square feet, these upper residences can function more like a detached home than a conventional condominium while still offering association-managed exterior components.
Square-footage reminder: county records, condominium documents, appraisals and MLS sources do not always report identical living-area figures. Verify the specific residence rather than assuming one online measurement controls.
First-Floor Wellington Place Condos
First-floor residences appeal to buyers who want direct everyday access without routine stairs. The garage, kitchen, bedrooms, main living areas and screened lanai can generally function on one level.
This can be particularly valuable for long-term ownership, seasonal residents and buyers who prioritize accessibility.
Second-Floor Coach Homes
Upper-floor Wellington Place residences can provide larger floor plans, greater separation from ground-level activity, higher ceiling volume and more elevated views.
Many documented upper residences also include private elevators, reducing the accessibility compromise traditionally associated with second-floor coach-home living.
Private Elevators
Private elevators are strongly represented in the larger upper-floor Wellington Place floor plans, but they are not universal.
Buyers should verify the elevator for the exact residence and review service history, inspection requirements, maintenance responsibility and condition.
Do not assume elevator access: a private elevator in another upper-floor Wellington Place residence does not mean every second-floor property contains one.
Attached Two-Car Garages
Attached two-car garages are one of Wellington Place's strongest functional advantages. They provide enclosed vehicle parking and additional space for bicycles, golf equipment, beach gear and household storage.
Actual garage dimensions and storage systems vary, so buyers should inspect the physical garage rather than relying only on the advertised space count.
Large Screened Lanais
Large screened lanais extend the usable living environment outdoors and often frame the property's most important permanent view.
Lanai depth, rear exposure, screening, flooring, privacy, storm protection and connection to the main living spaces should all be included in the property comparison.
Long Lake Views
Long water views can create substantial visual depth and additional separation from neighboring buildings. Buyers should compare lake width, shoreline orientation and what lies beyond the water.
A long lake view from several principal rooms can materially affect buyer demand when compared with the same floor plan in a more enclosed location.
Golf & Lake Views
Selected Wellington Place residences combine water in the foreground with golf-course scenery beyond. This layered view can provide greater separation from active play while preserving an open golf-oriented setting.
Evaluate actual fairway position, cart paths, landscaping and golfer activity instead of relying only on a listing's general golf-view description.
Golf-Course Views
Golf-oriented Wellington Place properties can overlook different areas of the surrounding course. Fairway width, tee or green proximity, landscape screening and rear orientation can all influence the ownership experience.
Landscaped & Pond Settings
Not every Wellington Place property directly faces a large lake or golf fairway. Some residences enjoy attractive landscaped or smaller water-feature views that can provide additional privacy and a quieter backdrop.
The strongest choice depends on the individual buyer's priorities rather than one universal hierarchy of views.
Neighborhood Pool, Spa & Recreation
Wellington Place maintains neighborhood recreation that includes a swimming pool, spa and community gathering facilities. An exercise room has also been represented among neighborhood amenities.
These facilities provide convenient recreation separate from private Kensington Golf & Country Club membership and allow residents to enjoy shared pool facilities without maintaining an individual residential pool.
Construction Era
Wellington Place was developed primarily from approximately 1999 through 2003. The concentrated construction period produces architectural consistency, while more than two decades of individual ownership have created substantial differences in renovation, storm protection and mechanical-system age.
Renovated Wellington Place Condos
Resale condition ranges from residences retaining more original finishes to extensively renovated coach homes with redesigned kitchens, updated bathrooms, newer flooring, modern lighting and improved storm protection.
Interior renovation should be evaluated separately from major systems and common building components. A visually updated property can still require careful review of HVAC, water heating, elevator equipment and association-maintained components.
HVAC & Water Heaters
Mechanical equipment is residence specific. Buyers should document installation dates, service records and remaining useful life rather than relying upon the condition of another residence in the same building.
Storm Protection
Storm protection can include impact-resistant windows and doors, shutters, electric screens or combinations of systems depending on the residence.
Large lanai openings deserve particular attention. Protection should be confirmed opening by opening instead of inferred from a broad MLS statement.
Wellington Place Association Structure
Wellington Place requires particularly careful association due diligence because the neighborhood includes separate condominium associations for Wellington Place I and Wellington Place II together with a Commons association structure for shared neighborhood interests.
A buyer should determine the exact legal condominium phase first and then obtain every applicable governing, financial and estoppel document affecting that residence.
Important buyer sequence: identify Wellington Place I or II → confirm all applicable Commons and master obligations → review budgets and reserves → review insurance → inspect meeting minutes and capital projects → confirm assessments → verify rental, pet, parking and renovation rules.
Association Financial Due Diligence
Review current information for:
the applicable Wellington Place I or II declaration and bylaws;
current operating budgets;
reserve balances and planned expenditures;
master insurance coverage and deductibles;
roof and exterior-building responsibilities;
Commons association obligations;
pool, spa and recreation capital planning;
recent board meeting minutes;
completed and proposed capital projects;
pending or approved special assessments;
rental and pet restrictions;
parking and garage rules;
renovation approval procedures;
current estoppel information.
Condominium Fees
Association fees should be analyzed according to what is actually included rather than compared solely by dollar amount. Management, building insurance, landscaping, irrigation, reserves, common-area maintenance, roads, recreation, security and utility components may differ by phase and can change over time.
Current budgets and estoppels should control over historical listing descriptions.
Condo Insurance
Buyers should understand the relationship between master-association insurance and individual unit-owner coverage. Deductibles, improvements and betterments, personal property, interior responsibility and potential loss-assessment exposure deserve careful review.
Reserve Funding
Reserve strength is increasingly important as the buildings mature. Roofs, exterior surfaces, paving, landscaping, pool facilities and other common components require periodic repair and replacement.
A lower regular fee does not necessarily represent lower long-term ownership cost if major capital work is approaching without sufficient reserve funding.
Special Assessments
Any approved, pending or contemplated assessment should be investigated before purchase. Current meeting minutes, association disclosures and estoppel information are more reliable than an older property advertisement.
Rental, Pet & Parking Rules
Rental frequency, minimum lease terms, tenant approval, pets, guest parking and vehicle restrictions should be verified through current governing documents for the exact phase.
These rules can materially affect seasonal owners and buyers who intend to rent the property.
Seasonal Ownership
Wellington Place can be particularly practical for seasonal Naples ownership because the residences combine substantial interior living area, two-car garages, screened lanais and neighborhood recreation without the exterior responsibilities of a detached home.
Seasonal owners should still consider home-watch services, humidity management, water monitoring and storm preparation while away.
Full-Time Living
The larger Wellington Place layouts also support full-time living. Multiple bedrooms, dens, substantial kitchens, two-car garages and expansive outdoor living provide enough space for owners who want condominium convenience without moving into a much smaller residence.
How to Compare Wellington Place Sales
The strongest comparable sale generally comes from the same Wellington Place phase, similar floor plan and same floor level.
An approximately 2,160-square-foot first-floor residence should not automatically be valued from a renovated approximately 2,686-square-foot upper coach home with a private elevator and long lake-and-golf view merely because both properties are located within Wellington Place.
Wellington Place valuation sequence: Phase I or II → floor-plan size → first/second floor → private elevator → building and end-unit position → lake/golf/landscaped view → rear exposure → garage → lanai → renovation → mechanical systems → storm protection → association finances → closest comparable sales.
Price Per Square Foot
Price per square foot is useful only as a secondary metric within a narrow comparison group. A renovated upper coach home with an elevator and exceptional water-and-golf view can command a meaningfully different value from an original-condition first-floor residence.
Kensington Golf & Country Club Membership
Wellington Place residential ownership and private Kensington Golf & Country Club membership should be evaluated separately.
A condominium purchase should not be interpreted as automatically conveying a particular golf, sport or social membership. Membership categories, availability, joining requirements, capital obligations, dues and privileges may change and should be confirmed directly with the Club when important to the transaction.
Active listings, pending contracts and closed transactions change continuously. Use the Kensington Market Report for current market activity, then narrow the analysis to Wellington Place I or II, the correct floor plan and the most comparable residence characteristics.
Keeping changing market data in the report prevents this permanent community guide from becoming outdated while preserving the neighborhood characteristics buyers need for a meaningful comparison.
Wellington Place sellers should position their residence against the correct competitive set before relying on broader Kensington condominium statistics.
Phase, floor-plan size, floor level, elevator, permanent view, garage, lanai and building position should be established first. Renovation, mechanical systems, storm protection and association financial condition can then be layered into the pricing analysis.
Explore Wellington Place With Schulz Realty
Schulz Realty can help buyers and sellers compare Wellington Place residences by phase, Dover, Stratford or Alberton Court location, floor-plan size, first- or second-floor position, private elevator, lake or golf view, garage, screened lanai, renovations, mechanical systems, association finances and the most relevant comparable sales.
Wellington Place residence counts, floor-plan measurements, bedroom configurations, association structures, amenities, fees, reserves, insurance, assessments, maintenance responsibilities, elevator equipment, Club membership categories, membership availability, dues, rental policies, pet rules, parking provisions and individual property features may change or vary. Buyers should independently verify material information through current condominium and association documents, official Club information, inspections, insurance professionals, public records, title documentation and other appropriate qualified professionals before purchasing.
Current Wellington Place Condos for Sale
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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.