In a noteworthy development for the luxury lifestyle and real-estate market in Southwest Florida, The Plantation Golf & Country Club in Fort Myers has sold for $18.5 million. The buyer: Heritage Golf Group, which is expanding its portfolio of private clubs across Florida and the U.S. 

As electric vehicles become more common in Southwest Florida, the city of Fort Myers is stepping up its game. The municipal leadership has announced plans to expand the public EV-charging network, adding more stations and faster chargers to meet growing demand.

Florida Hits the Fast Lane on EV Adoption — and Naples Is Plugged In

Florida has just put the pedal to the metal on the electric-vehicle revolution.
According to the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, one in ten new cars sold statewide last quarter was electric — a record 10.49% of all new light-duty sales. That milestone catapulted the Sunshine State to No. 11 nationwide and earned it the second-largest year-over-year growth in EV adoption.

In total, Floridians purchased more than 38,000 electric vehicles in Q2 2025, pushing the state’s EV count past 460,000 on the road. With around 12,000 public charging stations — roughly one for every 38 cars — the race to expand infrastructure is officially on.

From Farewell to Fresh Plates: How Naples’ Dining Boom Reflects Its Lifestyle Growth

Naples, Florida, has always been synonymous with sunshine, sophistication, and seaside charm — and now, its dining scene is catching up to its world-class real estate market.
This fall, a wave of restaurant openings, relocations, and rebrands is reshaping the city’s culinary map — from Collier Boulevard to North Naples — creating even more reasons to call Naples home.

Downtown Naples is set to receive a notable upgrade: a new three-story mixed-use building planned for Fifth Avenue South has been officially approved by the local design review board.

What’s coming:

• The project will replace an existing one-story retail building, bringing in a modern structure with ground-floor restaurant space and upscale condominiums above. 

• Location-wise, it sits in the heart of Fifth Avenue South — between the Del Mar and Osteria Tulia restaurant — adding both residential and dining vitality to the corridor.  

Why this matters:

• For residents and visitors, the new restaurant will add fresh culinary options in a prime walkable downtown setting.

• For buyers and investors, the addition of luxury condos in a vibrant downtown context strengthens Naples’ appeal as a destination for lifestyle-oriented real estate.

• For the city, the development reinforces Naples’ commitment to smart, mixed-use downtown growth that blends dining, living, and urban energy.

Bottom line:
If you’re considering downtown Naples real estate — whether for residence, investment, or lifestyle — this project is a strong indicator of continued urban momentum in Fifth Avenue South. Keep an eye on design details, launch timing, and how this development may influence nearby property valuations.

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Exclusive New Golf Club in Southwest Florida — What You Need to Know

The prestigious Hoffmann Family of Companies has announced plans to develop an ultra-exclusive, golf-only private club in Southwest Florida, on the site of the former Old Corkscrew Golf Club in the Estero/Naples area. 

Design & Vision

Golf-course architect Kyle Phillips — known for his work on global top-100 layouts — has been tapped to bring his signature heathland-style design to the project. The design draws inspiration from English Golden Age architects such as Harry S. Colt and Tom Simpson, using the region’s sandy native terrain to craft a course of approx. 7,220 yards and par-71.

Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa in Bonita Springs, Florida

The Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa in Bonita Springs, Florida, has completed a multi-million-dollar renovation that redefines luxury in Southwest Florida. The comprehensive update includes fully refreshed guest rooms and suites, redesigned meeting and event spaces with state-of-the-art technology, upgraded dining venues, and enhanced water-park and recreation amenities. These improvements elevate the resort’s appeal for both leisure travelers and corporate events, reinforcing its position as one of the premier Southwest Florida luxury resorts. The renovation marks a significant milestone for Bonita Springs tourism, signaling continued investment in world-class hospitality and guest experiences in 2025.has completed a multi-million-dollar renovation that redefines luxury in Southwest Florida. The comprehensive update includes fully refreshed guest rooms and suites, redesigned meeting and event spaces with state-of-the-art technology, upgraded dining venues, and enhanced water-park and recreation amenities. These improvements elevate the resort’s appeal for both leisure travelers and corporate events, reinforcing its position as one of the premier Southwest Florida luxury resorts. The renovation marks a significant milestone for Bonita Springs tourism, signaling continued investment in world-class hospitality and guest experiences in 2025.

Source: Florida Weekly
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Naples Housing Market: September 2025 Home Sales Surge

If you’re following the local real-estate scene in the Naples region, here’s some encouraging news: the market is showing resilience and a bit of unexpected strength as we move into the fall.

According to the latest NABOR® market report, home sales in the Naples area in September have moved upward—even though this is often a slower time of year.

 Here’s a breakdown of the key numbers and what they mean for both buyers and sellers.

Florida Home Prices Level Off While Sales Rise

If you’ve been wondering what’s really happening in Florida’s housing market, the latest data from Florida Realtors® brings some welcome clarity: things are starting to level out.

After months of ups and downs, home sales are climbing again, and prices are holding steady — a sign that the market is finding its balance.

September 2025 Highlights

• Single-family home sales: Up 13.6% compared to September 2024

• Condo & townhouse sales: Up 8%, marking the first annual increase in over a year

• Median single-family price: $410,000, unchanged from last year

• Median condo/townhouse price: $299,000, down about 4.8% year-over-year

• Inventory: Roughly 5 months of supply for houses and 9 months for condos

• Mortgage rates: Eased to around 6.5%, boosting buyer activity

Source: Florida Realtors®

Overview

• The median listing home price was approximately $760,000 in September 2025, trending down about 10.5% year-over-year.

• The average home value according to Zillow’s Home Value Index was about $496,670, representing a decline of ≈ 13.9% over the past year.

• Homes on the island take roughly ~180 days to go pending (as of late Sept) – indicating a slower sales cycle compared to busier mainland markets. 

• The market is characterized as “not very competitive” by one major analytics firm, with sale-to-list price ratios around 95% and multiple offers the exception rather than the rule.