Celebrity Homes & Real Estate in Naples Florida
Naples, Florida is a paradise that has been discovered by many looking to own their piece of real estate on the Gulf of Mexico – including some notable celebrities.
Just like us average Joe’s, celebrities are drawn to Naples for it’s quiet sophistication, luxury homes and privacy. Most important to them, they can blend-in and not be harassed as is often the case in New York or LA. There are not many paparazzi or autograph hounds to bother them as they grab a bite on the terrace at Handsome Harry’s on Third Street South or browse at Waterside Shops.
Drawn to the tropical weather and upscale community, Naples has a large population of second home owners — many of whom are wealthy and may own several homes around the world. Celebrities are not much different in that regard. Some are full-time residents and others may live here only part-time or visit periodically when their schedules allow.
Locally, as noted on Wikipedia, there has been some controversy over whether Larry Bird, former NBA star and coach, continues to own a home in Naples. Although he’d rather not be singled-out (he likes his privacy as do many celebrities that move to Naples), Mr. Bird continues to own a home in the community of Park Shore in Naples, FL (see photos).
308 Neapolitan Way, Park Shore, Naples FL
The home, built to Mr. Bird’s specifications, is 6,007 square feet of living area with large media room and waterfront views of Venetian Bay from almost every room. For outdoor entertaining, he has a tiki hut, summer kitchen, large lanai, infinity edge pool and a boat dock.
Other notable Naples celebrities include:
- Sean Hannity – the award winning conservative talk show host owns a penthouse condominium in the newest luxury beachfront residences of Moraya Bay Beach Tower.
- Alex Lifeson – the lead guitarist for Rush owns a condo in Pelican Bay.
- Bob Seger – the rock star owns a home in the prestigious waterfront community of Seagate and a condo in Kings Lake.
- Neal Boortz – the nationally syndicated talk radio host owns a condo penthouse in the Dunes.
- Peter Thomas – a popular voice-over artist, lives with his wife, Stella, in Olde Naples.
- Robin Cook – the writer is a Naples fixture who owns a Park Shore penthouse with views of the Gulf of Mexico and a secret rooftop hot tub.
- “Judge Judy” (Judith Sheindlin) – the television star and her husband live in the exclusive luxury enclave of Bay Colony in Pelican Bay. They live in an 8,550 square foot penthouse purchased in 2005 for $6,900,000. You may run into her at Costco, Waterside Shops or elsewhere around town.
In the meantime, if you’re in Naples and run into any celebrities please let them be. Just like you, they deserve a little peace and quiet as they enjoy their homes and the beautiful white sand beaches Naples is famous for.
Mark Weber is a Naples Realtor, Broker & Owner of White Sands Realty in Naples, Florida. He is a 30+ year resident of Naples and specializes in finding people Naples homes on or near the beach and waterfront. If you are interested in Naples real estate or have a question about this article please contact him through email.
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