Wilderness market snapshot
Homes, condos and townhomes. Source: Naples MLS listing data, updated October 27, 2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
About Wilderness
Wilderness is a private, gated residential country club community in central Naples, located off Goodlette-Frank Road north of Golden Gate Parkway. Established in the 1970s, the community is notably intimate, with just 300 condominium residences arranged among 25 two- and three-story buildings surrounding an 18-hole Arthur Hills-designed golf course. Mature tropical landscaping, lakes and an abundance of native vegetation give Wilderness a distinctly established character that feels quite different from newer master-planned developments. The low-rise buildings are positioned throughout the golf course setting, providing residences with views of fairways, landscaped grounds and the community’s lush natural surroundings.
Golf and residential ownership are closely connected at Wilderness. The country club is member-owned, and ownership of a residence within Wilderness is required for membership, creating a community where the residential and club experiences are intentionally intertwined. Beyond golf, residents enjoy dining, swimming, tennis, bocce, croquet, fitness, social activities and outdoor spaces within a remarkably central Naples location. Wilderness is only a short drive from downtown Naples, Gulf beaches, Waterside Shops, Artis-Naples and many of the area’s restaurants and cultural attractions, making it particularly appealing to buyers who want a traditional private golf-club lifestyle without moving farther east or north.
Why People Like the Wilderness Community
- Only 300 Residences: Wilderness is considerably smaller than many Naples golf communities, creating an intimate residential and club environment.
- Golf-Centered Lifestyle: The 18-hole Arthur Hills-designed course winds throughout the community and is central to the Wilderness experience.
- Member-Owned Club: Wilderness Country Club is owned and governed by its members, giving residents a direct connection to the club and community.
- Low-Rise Condominium Living: All residences are condominiums located within two- and three-story buildings rather than a mixture of single-family homes, villas and larger condominium towers.
- Mature Natural Setting: Established tropical landscaping, specimen trees, lakes and native vegetation contribute to the distinctive character of Wilderness.
- Walkable Golf Course: Members have the option to walk the course, use a pushcart or ride, providing a golf experience that differs from many cart-oriented Southwest Florida courses.
- Multiple Recreational Amenities: Swimming, tennis, bocce, croquet, fitness and social activities provide recreational options beyond golf.
- Central Naples Location: Wilderness provides unusually convenient access to downtown Naples, Gulf beaches, shopping, dining, healthcare and cultural destinations for a private golf community.
What You Need to Know About Living in Wilderness
- Residential Ownership and Club Membership Are Connected: Ownership of a residence within Wilderness is required for membership in Wilderness Country Club, and buyers should understand the applicable membership obligations and costs before purchasing.
- All 300 Residences Are Condominiums: Buyers specifically seeking a detached single-family home, villa or coach home will need to look outside Wilderness.
- Buildings Are Two and Three Stories: Buyers should evaluate the specific building, floor location and accessibility features when comparing residences.
- Every Residence Has Golf Cart Storage: Wilderness residences include dedicated golf cart garage space, an unusual and practical feature within a condominium golf community.
- Condominium Due Diligence Is Important: Buyers should review current association budgets, reserves, insurance, structural reports and assessments along with the club’s financial and membership obligations.
- Residences Have Been Updated to Different Degrees: Because Wilderness was developed beginning in the 1970s, individual condominiums can vary substantially in renovation level, hurricane protection, mechanical systems and interior finishes.
- Club Costs Are Separate From the Purchase Price: Buyers should evaluate current club dues, capital requirements, assessments, food and beverage requirements and other applicable costs as part of the total cost of ownership.
- Current Costs and Rules Should Be Verified: Club dues, condominium assessments, membership requirements, leasing policies, pet restrictions and other provisions can change and should always be confirmed through current documents.
Current listings
Wilderness Homes for Sale
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Wilderness Amenities
Golf is at the heart of Wilderness Country Club. The private 18-hole Arthur Hills-designed course winds through approximately 200 acres of mature tropical landscape, with the low-rise condominium buildings positioned around the course rather than separated into distant residential neighborhoods. Practice facilities and professional instruction support the golf program, while the ability to walk the course, carry clubs or use a pushcart gives members options that are less common among Southwest Florida private clubs. With only 300 residences, the relationship between the golf course and the residential community is particularly close.
The clubhouse serves as the community’s primary dining and social gathering place, offering multiple dining environments along with spaces for events and member activities. Wilderness also provides heated swimming pools, Har-Tru tennis courts, bocce courts and a regulation-size croquet court, creating recreational opportunities beyond golf. Frank Park adds another dimension to the community with specimen trees, gardens, a dog park and outdoor gathering areas, while the mature landscaping and natural surroundings contribute to the quiet, established atmosphere found throughout Wilderness.
The community’s central Naples location is another major part of its appeal. Wilderness is positioned off Goodlette-Frank Road, providing convenient access to Golden Gate Parkway, U.S. 41 and many of Naples’ primary destinations. Downtown Naples and Fifth Avenue South are readily accessible to the south, while Waterside Shops, Artis-Naples and other destinations are located to the north. Gulf beaches are only a few miles away, giving residents the ability to combine a private golf-club lifestyle with convenient access to the coastal, dining and cultural experiences that define Naples. For buyers seeking an intimate member-owned golf community with just 300 condominium residences, an Arthur Hills course, mature tropical surroundings and a particularly central Naples location, Wilderness offers a residential and club experience unlike many of the area’s larger golf developments.
What Is Near Wilderness?
Downtown Naples (5th Avenue South): 2.6 miles
Closest beach: Lowdermilk Park, 1.8 miles
RSW Airport: 24.4 miles
Notable shopping & dining nearby: The Gateway of Naples, 0.8 miles
Closest park: Gordon River Greenway Preserve, 1.2 miles
(Distances are approximate straight-line distances.)
Wilderness Floor Plans
Builder floor plans aren’t available for Wilderness, most often because the homes were custom built or the community predates published plans. Contact Renee Hahn for details on a specific home.
View Wilderness floor plans (PDF)
Where Is Wilderness?
Wilderness FAQ
Where is Wilderness located?
Wilderness is in central Naples off Goodlette-Frank Road, north of Golden Gate Parkway. Downtown Naples and Fifth Avenue South are to the south, Waterside Shops and Artis-Naples are to the north, and Gulf beaches are only a few miles away.
What types of homes are in Wilderness?
Wilderness is all condominiums: 300 residences in 25 two- and three-story buildings set around the golf course. The community dates to the 1970s, so renovation levels vary, and every residence includes dedicated golf cart garage space.
Is club membership required in Wilderness?
Wilderness is a private, gated community with a member-owned country club, and owning a residence in Wilderness is required for membership. Buyers should review club dues, capital requirements and condominium assessments as part of the total cost of ownership.
What amenities does Wilderness offer?
The centerpiece is a private 18-hole Arthur Hills course winding through about 200 acres, with practice facilities and instruction. There is also a clubhouse with dining, heated pools, Har-Tru tennis courts, bocce, a regulation-size croquet court, fitness and Frank Park with gardens and a dog park.
Can you walk the golf course at Wilderness?
Yes. Members can walk, carry their clubs, use a pushcart or ride, which is less common among Southwest Florida private clubs. With only 300 residences, the course and the homes are closely woven together.
Last updated October 2026 by Renee Hahn, Your Naples Expert. Community details, fees and amenities can change, so confirm specifics for any home you are considering.
