Waterford Condos for Sale at Vanderbilt Country Club Naples
Waterford at Vanderbilt Country Club contains 240 condominium residences in ten three-story elevator buildings positioned around the 10th and 11th holes of Vanderbilt's private championship golf course in Naples, Florida.
Each building contains 24 residences and provides elevator service to the upper floors, screened lanais, assigned covered parking and private lockable storage.
The original Waterford collection consists principally of the approximately 1,282-square-foot Hampton, 1,440-square-foot Aston and 1,700-square-foot Brighton floor plans.
240 Condominiums • 10 Elevator Buildings • 3 Stories • Hampton, Aston & Brighton Plans • Approx. 1,282–1,700 Sq. Ft. • Covered Parking • Private Storage • Neighborhood Pool • Bundled Golf
Waterford should be analyzed separately from Vanderbilt's estate homes, detached villas and Wedgewood carriage homes.
Its three-story condominium buildings, elevators, assigned covered parking, storage and association structure create a different ownership experience from Wedgewood's two-story carriage homes with attached garages.
Waterford comparison rule: begin with the same Hampton, Aston or Brighton floor-plan family and similar floor level before expanding the comparable set.
Ten Waterford Condominium Buildings
Waterford contains ten three-story buildings along Parkstone Place, with 24 residences in each building.
Building location matters. Some residences are closer to Vanderbilt's clubhouse, pool, fitness facilities or gate, while others may emphasize a quieter golf, lake or preserve setting.
Building orientation also affects lanai exposure, afternoon sunlight, view depth and golf-course relationship.
Hampton, Aston & Brighton Floor Plans
Hampton — Approx. 1,282 Sq. Ft. Two bedrooms, two baths, morning room, laundry and screened lanai.
Aston — Approx. 1,440 Sq. Ft. Two bedrooms plus den, two baths, morning room and larger screened lanai.
Brighton — Approx. 1,700 Sq. Ft. Two bedrooms plus den or third-bedroom flexibility, two baths and Waterford's largest original screened-lanai configuration.
Historical floor-plan brochures can include lanai and storage area in addition to air-conditioned living space. Buyers and sellers should use current recorded living area when evaluating a specific Waterford condominium.
Hampton Condominiums
The Hampton is Waterford's most efficient original plan at approximately 1,282 square feet of air-conditioned living area.
Its layout provides two bedrooms, two baths, living and dining areas, an eat-in morning room, laundry and screened rear lanai.
Hampton comparisons should account for floor level, building, lanai orientation, view, renovation, HVAC, storm protection and covered-parking convenience.
Aston Condominiums
The Aston expands Waterford living area to approximately 1,440 square feet and adds a den for office, media, hobby or flexible guest use.
Because the Aston sits between the Hampton and Brighton in size, it should generally be compared first with other Aston residences of similar floor level and view.
Brighton Condominiums
The Brighton is Waterford's largest original floor plan at approximately 1,700 square feet.
Its larger footprint includes two bedrooms plus den or third-bedroom flexibility together with an expansive screened lanai.
Brighton residences should be compared first with other Brighton sales rather than smaller Waterford plans whenever sufficient market evidence exists.
First-, Second- & Third-Floor Waterford Condos
First Floor Convenient entry and a closer visual relationship with landscaping, lakes and golf.
Second Floor Additional elevation while retaining convenient elevator access.
Third Floor Top-floor residences can offer broader golf or lake outlooks and additional privacy.
Elevator Access Elevators make second- and third-floor ownership more practical than a stair-only low-rise configuration.
Waterford Elevator Due Diligence
Elevator access is one of Waterford's defining features, but the elevator is also a major common building system.
Buyers should review maintenance contracts, inspection history, modernization plans, reserve funding, insurance and any proposed capital work relating to the elevator serving the exact building.
Golf, Lake & Preserve Views
Golf Views Waterford's relationship with the 10th and 11th holes creates varied fairway and golf-course outlooks.
Lake Views Water can increase view depth and create additional separation from buildings or golf.
Golf & Lake Views Layered water-to-fairway scenery can be among Waterford's most attractive permanent settings.
Preserve Views Natural vegetation can provide privacy and a quieter visual backdrop.
Permanent-value principle: interior finishes can be renovated. Building, floor level, lake width, golf-course position and lanai exposure cannot simply be changed later.
Evaluating a Waterford Golf-Course View
Fairway Position Compare normal shot direction, distance from play and the width of the golf outlook.
Tee or Green Activity Different golf positions can create different levels of golfer and cart activity.
Cart Path Path location can matter particularly for first-floor lanai privacy.
Lake Buffer Water may provide visual depth and additional separation from active golf.
Landscaping Mature vegetation can frame a view but may also influence sight lines from lower floors.
Every original Waterford floor plan incorporates screened outdoor living.
Lanai size increases from Hampton through Aston to Brighton, and owners may have added approved shutters, screens, flooring or enclosure improvements over time.
Buyers should verify association approval, hurricane protection and whether any enclosed area is legally included in recorded living square footage.
Covered Parking
Waterford provides assigned covered parking rather than the attached garages found in Vanderbilt's estate homes, detached villas and Wedgewood carriage homes.
The exact assigned space can affect daily convenience, particularly its relationship to the building entrance and elevator.
Confirm the legal parking assignment, guest-parking rules, vehicle restrictions and any procedures governing parking changes.
Private Lockable Storage
Waterford residences include private storage useful for golf equipment, bicycles, beach items and seasonal belongings.
Buyers should verify the exact storage location and whether the right is deeded, assigned or governed through association documentation.
Waterford Neighborhood Pool
Waterford has its own neighborhood satellite swimming pool in addition to Vanderbilt Country Club's larger central resort-style pool and spa.
The neighborhood pool can provide a quieter and more convenient swimming option for Waterford residents while retaining access to Vanderbilt's broader amenities.
Waterford Association Structure
Waterford has its own condominium association framework within Vanderbilt Country Club.
The Waterford Community Association serves the ten condominium buildings and 240 residences, while separate Waterford sub-associations may govern particular buildings or groups of buildings.
The broader Vanderbilt Community Association and Vanderbilt Country Club obligations operate alongside those condominium responsibilities.
Reserves, Insurance & Capital Planning
Exact Sub-Association Identify the association group governing the specific condominium.
Reserve Funding Compare current reserve balances with anticipated roofing, elevator and exterior projects.
Master Insurance Review building coverage, deductibles and individual-owner responsibilities.
Elevator Systems Review maintenance, inspections, modernization plans and reserve funding.
Assessments Confirm paid, approved, proposed and actively discussed special assessments.
Condominium Financial Due Diligence
Waterford buyers should review more than the interior condition of the residence.
Important documents may include the current budget, reserves, insurance certificate, recent meeting minutes, planned projects, relevant inspection or engineering reports, assessments and amendments to governing documents.
Buyers using financing should also confirm lender condominium requirements early in the transaction because lender standards may extend beyond ordinary property appraisal.
Renovated vs. More Original Waterford Condos
Waterford was developed principally around the late 1990s and early 2000s, so interior condition now varies substantially.
Kitchen Compare cabinetry, countertops, appliances, lighting and layout changes.
Bathrooms Evaluate showers, tubs, cabinetry, fixtures and tile.
Flooring Consider material, condition and association requirements for upper-floor installations.
HVAC Mechanical-system age can materially affect near-term ownership cost.
Water Heater Review age, condition and any current association requirements.
Lanai Improvements Confirm storm protection, flooring and approved enclosure modifications.
Hurricane Protection & Condo Insurance
Storm protection can vary by Waterford residence.
Buyers should verify protection for windows, sliding-glass doors, entry doors and screened-lanai openings.
The relationship between Waterford's master building insurance and the individual owner's condominium policy should also be reviewed carefully, including deductibles, interior coverage, personal property, loss assessment and prior-owner improvements.
Flood & Property-Specific Insurance Review
An upper-floor location does not automatically eliminate every flood-related financial consideration because association insurance and common building components can still affect ownership.
Verify current flood-zone information, lender requirements and insurance costs for the exact condominium together with the association's current insurance structure.
Bundled Golf at Vanderbilt Country Club
Vanderbilt Country Club is a mandatory bundled-golf community, so every Waterford owner participates in the Country Club membership relationship associated with residential ownership.
Current Club dues, golf charges, cart programs, capital items, guest privileges and other ownership costs can change and should be verified directly from Vanderbilt's newest documents.
Vanderbilt Golf & Amenities
Waterford buildings surround portions of Vanderbilt's 10th and 11th golf holes, making the golf environment central to the neighborhood's identity.
Championship Golf Vanderbilt's private 18-hole, par-72 course is bundled with residential ownership.
Clubhouse Dining Multiple dining venues support everyday meals and social events.
Resort Pool & Spa Vanderbilt's central recreation pool complements Waterford's satellite pool.
Fitness & Wellness Vanderbilt's fitness facilities support exercise, training and wellness programs.
Tennis & Pickleball Court facilities support organized and recreational play.
Bocce & Social Activities Additional recreation extends the Vanderbilt lifestyle beyond golf.
Rental & Pet Considerations
Waterford can appeal to seasonal owners because of its condominium structure, elevator access, covered parking, storage and bundled Club amenities.
Owners considering rental use should review both Waterford association restrictions and current Vanderbilt Country Club tenant-membership provisions.
Pet ownership should also be verified through the current condominium documents for the exact residence rather than relying on general community marketing.
How Waterford Condos Should Be Valued
Waterford valuation sequence: Waterford → Hampton / Aston / Brighton → floor level → building → recorded living area → golf/lake/preserve view → rear exposure → renovation → storm protection → covered-parking convenience → private storage → association condition → most comparable Waterford sales.
Changing listings and recent sales belong in the Vanderbilt Country Club Market Report rather than being permanently hard-coded into this evergreen Waterford guide.
What Waterford Buyers Should Review
Floor Plan Confirm Hampton, Aston, Brighton or an approved modified configuration.
Recorded Living Area Separate air-conditioned area from lanai and storage measurements.
Floor Level Evaluate view, privacy, elevator dependence and natural light.
Building Compare orientation and proximity to amenities.
Covered Parking Confirm the assigned space and guest-parking arrangements.
Storage Verify the specific lockable storage area associated with the condominium.
Association Identify the correct Waterford association and sub-association.
Reserves Review funding relative to anticipated major building projects.
Insurance Understand master coverage, deductibles and owner responsibilities.
Elevator Review maintenance, inspections and modernization planning.
Storm Protection Verify windows, doors, sliders and lanai protection.
Comparable Sales Begin with the closest Waterford floor plan, floor level and view.
Selling a Waterford Condominium
Waterford sellers should identify Hampton, Aston or Brighton floor-plan family prominently because buyers can compare those residences differently.
Marketing should clearly state building, floor level, recorded living area, den or bedroom configuration, golf or lake view, rear exposure, covered-parking location, storage, renovation, HVAC, storm protection and meaningful association improvements.
Third-floor sellers should emphasize elevated views where appropriate, while first-floor sellers can emphasize convenient entry and easy access from covered parking.
Waterford's ten buildings are located along Parkstone Place within Vanderbilt Country Club.
The buildings surround portions of Vanderbilt's 10th and 11th golf holes, creating a mixture of golf, lake and preserve outlooks together with convenient access to the Country Club.
Vanderbilt Country Club is located at 8250 Danbury Boulevard, Naples, Florida 34120, east of Collier Boulevard near Vanderbilt Beach Road.
Explore Waterford With Schulz Realty
Schulz Realty can help Waterford buyers and sellers compare Hampton, Aston and Brighton condominiums according to building, floor level, recorded living area, golf or lake position, rear exposure, renovation, covered parking, private storage, association reserves, master insurance, elevator planning, storm protection, bundled-golf obligations and the most relevant Waterford comparable sales.
Waterford residence counts, original floor-plan dimensions, recorded living areas, bedroom configurations, floor levels, elevator operation, parking assignments, storage rights, pool access, Vanderbilt Country Club membership requirements, Club charges, golf and cart programs, Vanderbilt Community Association obligations, Waterford association and sub-association fees, reserve funding, master insurance, roof and exterior responsibilities, assessments, rental provisions, pet rules, hurricane protection, flood classifications and individual condominium features may vary or change. Buyers should verify material information for the exact residence through current Club, association, MLS, title, insurance, inspection and property-specific documentation.
Current Waterford Condos for Sale
Review the native RealGeeks MLS listings below for current Waterford availability. Verify floor plan, floor level, building, recorded living area, parking and view before treating another Waterford condominium as a direct comparable.
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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.