Three gated towers between the bay and the beach, with the quietest position on the peninsula.
Vanderbilt Surf Colony occupies the middle of Bluebill Avenue: three eleven-story buildings at 11, 15 and 17 Bluebill, gated, set back behind tennis and bocce courts with the bay on one side and Delnor-Wiggins Pass a short distance west. Its residences are larger than most on the peninsula, its amenities were rebuilt from the lobby out, and quarterly fees cover everything but electric.
Vanderbilt Surf Colony at a Glance
| Address | 11, 15 and 17 Bluebill Avenue, Naples, FL 34108 |
| Neighborhood | Vanderbilt Beach, North Naples — Baker-Carroll Point, near Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park |
| Year Built | 1980 |
| Residences | 66 residences in each of three buildings, 11 floors — Surf Colony I, II and III |
| Floor Plans | 2 and 3 bedrooms, the largest to roughly 2,070 sq ft under air, several with two lanais; available on request |
| Waterfront | Gulf, bay and mangrove views by stack and floor; marina docks and kayak spaces available for lease, subject to availability |
| Amenities | Heated lap pool, tennis, pickleball, bocce, shuffleboard, remodeled lobby with fitness and social rooms, grill and picnic area, bike and extra storage, vehicle wash area, beach access |
| Gated | Yes |
| Parking | One assigned covered space per residence |
| Pet Policy | Not permitted |
| Rental Policy | 30-day minimum; up to 9 leases per year |
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Residences at Vanderbilt Surf Colony
Six residences to a floor in each building, in two and three-bedroom plans, with the largest three-bedroom homes running to roughly 2,070 square feet under air and two private lanais. Views change substantially by stack: western exposures take the Gulf and the sunset over Delnor-Wiggins, eastern residences look across the bay and the mangroves toward the channel, and corner residences get both along with extra window line. The upper floors are the scarce inventory — in some buildings only a handful above the sixth floor have traded in the past five years. Most residences have been updated, and the buildings have put money into roofs, elevators, exterior paint and lanais. Floor plans are available on request.
Amenities and Life on Baker-Carroll Point
Surf Colony is the most amenity-rich of the Bluebill buildings: a heated lap pool overlooking the bay, tennis, pickleball, bocce and shuffleboard, and a lobby rebuilt to include a fitness room and a social room with kitchen, library and ping pong. Kayak spaces and marina boat docks are available for lease when one opens, which gives residents a straight run to the Gulf through Wiggins Pass. Quarterly fees cover cable, internet, water, insurance and reserves — everything but electric. Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park is at the end of the avenue, Vanderbilt Beach is just south, and Mercato, the Ritz-Carlton and the Turtle Club are minutes away.
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Vanderbilt Surf Colony FAQs
Where is Vanderbilt Surf Colony located?
At 11, 15 and 17 Bluebill Avenue on Baker-Carroll Point in Vanderbilt Beach, North Naples, 34108, between the bay and the beach near Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park.
How many buildings and residences are in Vanderbilt Surf Colony?
Three eleven-story buildings — Surf Colony I at 11 Bluebill, II at 15 and III at 17 — with 66 residences in each, built in 1980.
Is Vanderbilt Surf Colony gated?
Yes. It is one of the few gated communities on the Bluebill peninsula, which is part of why owners describe it as the quietest position on the point.
Can I keep a boat at Vanderbilt Surf Colony?
Marina boat docks and kayak spaces are available for lease subject to availability, with Gulf access through Wiggins Pass. Docks are leased rather than deeded, so ask about the current waiting list before purchasing if boating is essential.
What is the rental policy at Vanderbilt Surf Colony?
A 30-day minimum term with up to nine leases per year. Confirm current terms in the condominium documents before purchasing as an investment.
Building details, association policies and fees are subject to change and should be verified with the association and current condominium documents before relying on them.
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