Great Places to Vacation with your Pet in Naples FL

This is “season” where visitors from all over the country come to stay and play, some with their four legged furry friends.

It is not always easy to travel with your pet and find pet friendly hotels.

Below is a list of “pet friendly” hotels in and around Naples FL:

Hawthorne Suites of Naples

www.hawthornenaples.com

Hilton Naples

www.Hiltonnaples.com

La Quinta Inn & Suites Downtown

www.lq.com

Ramada Inn of Naples

www.naplesramada.com

RedRoof - Naples

www.redroof.com

Residence Inn by Marriott

www.marriott.com/rswna

Ritz Carlton Golf Resort

www.ritzcarlton.com

Staybridge Suites

www.staybridgesuites.naplesichotelsgroup.com

…and remember…if while visiting you would like to find a place of your own to call home or a get-away, contact me!

My name is Christine O’Shea Broker-Associate with Downing Frye Realty in Naples FL.

I specialize in residential real estate in Naples FL and Marco Island FL which include residential re-sale properties and new construction.

There are many Gated Golf Communities in Naples FL featuring both Bundled Golf and Equity Memberships.

Homes for sale in Naples FL also include waterfront and beach front, condominiums and single family homes.

Homes for sale on March Island FL, Include single homes backing to water with Gulf access along with condos and High Rise Condos!

Real Estate in Naples FL and Real Estate in Marco Island FL is a Great Investment. People from every state and country come to Purchase Property for Sale in Naples or Marco Island FL.

Looking for a Home In Naples? Looking for a home on Marco Island? I can help you find the perfect property in Naples FL or Marco Island FL.

You can also sign up for a free Listing Book Account at:  www.christineoshea.listingbook.com

Naples Area Real Estate Sales are up for 2011!

According to a recent report from Naples Area Board of Realtors (NABOR), 2011 Inventory ended at a 5 year low and annual “Pending” and “Closed” sales rose!

As stated in the report:

“Brenda Fioretti, NABOR Media Relations Chairman and Managing Broker of Prudential Florida Realty agrees, "As the winter sales season begins in the Naples area, we currently have 1,564 fewer homes on the market than we did at the same time in 2010. The loss of listings includes 1,000 properties in the $300,000 and under price bracket. This is the lowest level of available homes and condos we have seen at the start of a new year since 2007!"

The report also states:

The available inventory declined 17 percent in 2011 with 7,581 available properties compared to 9,145 available properties in 2010. In the under $300,000 market category, the available inventory declined 21 percent to 3,771 properties in 2011 compared to 4,763 properties in 2010.”

This is great news for Sellers.   As for the Buyers and folks considering a purchase in Naples FL this winter season, there is no time like the present to purchase a piece of Paradise in Naples FL.

My name is Christine O’Shea Broker-Associate with Downing Frye Realty in Naples FL.

I specialize in residential real estate in Naples FL and Marco Island FL which include residential re-sale properties and new construction.

There are many Gated Golf Communities in Naples FL featuring both Bundled Golf and Equity Memberships.

Homes for sale in Naples FL also include waterfront and beach front, condominiums and single family homes.

Homes for sale on March Island FL, Include single homes backing to water with Gulf access along with condos and High Rise Condos!

Real Estate in Naples FL and Real Estate in Marco Island FL is a Great Investment. People from every state and country come to Purchase Property for Sale in Naples or Marco Island FL.

Looking for a Home In Naples? Looking for a home on Marco Island? I can help you find the perfect property in Naples FL or Marco Island FL.

"Exceptional" Luxury Estate home with a panoramic view of this prestigious Eagle Creek Golf and Country Club golf course plus multiple water views!

A courtyard drive leads to a 3 car side entry garage. Double over sized entry doors greet your guests.

Once inside the open floor plan with High ceilings lends to the spacious and luxurious interior. Extensive amenities and upgrades abound, from in ground pool and spa to built-in outdoor grill.

Lush professionally maintained landscape adds to the detail. A gourmet chef would welcome the opportunity to utilize the upgraded facilities of this kitchen. Custom Wet Bar and Fireplace add to the ambiance of this home. A home not to be missed...Paradise on Earth can be yours in this exceptional home! Eagle Creek is a private gated Country Club West of 41 located on a 300 acre cypress preserve with only 458 residences, located minutes from Marco Island and Naples 5th Avenue.

Eagle Creek Golf and Country Club Naples FL is a private member owned gated community located between Marco Island and down town Naples.  Eagle Creek consists of 458 residences, including Single Family Estate homes, Condominiums and Villas.

Ever wonder about Eagle Creek Naples FL homes for sale?

Eagle Creek is located on a 300+ acre preserve; there are cypress trees and rare pines, creeks and wildlife and nature abound.  Not to mention the beautiful flowers and flowering trees.

There is a neighborhood feel in Eagle Creek Golf and Country Club Naples FL.

Also, Eagle Creek Naples FL is a Pet Friendly community.  Dogs can be seen with their humans walking and riding on golf carts (not on the course)!

Eagle Creek Golf Course is an 18 Hole Championship course.

Eagle Creek Golf and Country Club also has an active tennis program.  There are seven har true tennis courts.

There is a fitness center, Jr. Size Olympic Pool and Spa and various exercise programs and water programs.

Considering owning a piece of paradise in Eagle Creek Golf and Country Club, Naples, FL. Contact us today, you will be glad you did.

My name is Christine O’Shea Broker-Associate with Downing Frye Realty in Naples FL.

I specialize in residential real estate in Naples FL and Marco Island FL which include residential re-sale properties and new construction.

There are many Gated Golf Communities in Naples FL featuring both Bundled Golf and Equity Memberships.

Homes for sale in Naples FL also include waterfront and beach front, condominiums and single family homes.

Homes for sale on March Island FL, Include single homes backing to water with Gulf access along with condos and High Rise Condos!

Real Estate in Naples FL and Real Estate in Marco Island FL is a Great Investment. People from every state and country come to Purchase Property for Sale in Naples or Marco Island FL.

Looking for a Home In Naples?  Looking for a home on Marco Island?   I can help you find the perfect property in Naples FL or Marco Island FL. 

Here I sit and wait for 7:30 to go on an appointment with Partner and Broker, Maurice.  Wondering who meets with Sellers to talk price and market on their property on a Friday night to accommodate the wife’s schedule.   We Do!

Sometimes there are trade off’s in time and while I have the advantage of taking a tennis clinic in the morning while others are at work, I sacrifice my Friday night to meet with folks.  That is the business of real estate.

I have not been to active lately on Active Rain, life has gotten in the way and other aspects of real estate have taken over.

I came across this link today from fellow Active Rainer and Facebook Friend and real estate colleague at Downing Frye, Chris Griffith.  The title is 30 Things to Stop Doing to Yourself http://www.marcandangel.com/2011/12/11/30-things-to-stop-doing-to-yourself/ ….so when I looked at the leader board and saw that I had drastically slipped to 4^th place in Naples, I decided to review again and share with all of my friends on the Rain.

May everyone have a very Healthy and Prosperous New Year filled with great business and Happiness!

Today I felt like a character on HGTV!  As many of you know, I live and market and Sell in Eagle Creek Golf and Country Club, Naples FL.

Maurice McLaughlin, Broker and I have listed and sold 60% of the properties in Eagle Creek Golf and Country Club since August 2011.

One of the happy homeowners has given me as a reference to her friends up north and asked me to stop by and take a look at her condo.

I was so impressed when I stopped by to say hello to Susan and Jerry and see what they have done to their place.  Their condo looks like it jumped off of the pages of Better Homes and Gardens or Pottery Barn!

Freshly painted walls, new appliances in the kitchen and wonderful home furnishings, not to mention the 72” flat screen TV in the living room.

The new owners love living in Eagle Creek Golf and Country Club, Naples FL and with the exception of a brief trip north for the holidays, will be back the end of December and are planning on staying until May!

Great news, we also sold the condo below them and they will be getting new friends and neighbors coming to town on Saturday!    

I love what I do and especially get a great rewarding feeling of satisfaction when people are so happy with their new home!

Enjoy the convenience of one floor living in this Country Club home located in "The Estates" section of Eagle Creek Golf and Country Club West of 41, 53 Grey Wing Pointe Naples FL.

Sitting on an oversized lot with a Premium cul-de-sac location and EZ access to the CLUB driving range and remodeled Clubhouse.

Enter through upgraded Double entrance doors to an expansive interior. A double sided fireplace gives ambiance to both the Den and formal living room. Pocket sliders lead to deck area and in-ground pool.

Ready for you to enjoy Florida Living and the Country Club life. This Community boasts ONLY 458 residences on a 300 Cypress preserve...where Tee time is rarely a problem. (various membership plans are available including structured payment plans varying with membership options)

Eagle Creek Golf and Country Club Naples FL is a private member owned gated community located between Marco Island and down town Naples.  Eagle Creek consists of 458 residences, including Single Family Estate homes, Condominiums and Villas.

Ever wonder about Eagle Creek Naples FL homes for sale?

Villas in Eagle Creek Golf and Country Club range in price from $399,000 to $120,000.  There are currently nine villas available for sale in Eagle Creek Golf and Country Club, Naples FL.

Eagle Creek is located on a 300 acre preserve; there are cypress trees and rare pines, creeks and wildlife and nature abound.  Not to mention the beautiful flowers and flowering trees.

There is a neighborhood feel in Eagle Creek Golf and Country Club Naples FL.

Also, Eagle Creek Naples FL is a Pet Friendly community.  Dogs can be seen with their humans walking and riding on golf carts (not on the course)!

Eagle Creek Golf Course is an 18 Hole Championship course.

Eagle Creek Golf and Country Club also has an active tennis program.  There are seven har true tennis courts.

There is a fitness center, Jr. Size Olympic Pool and Spa and various exercise programs and water programs.

Considering owning a piece of paradise in Eagle Creek Golf and Country Club, Naples, FL. Contact us today, you will be glad you did.

Looking for a rental for the “season” on Marco Island FL?

631 Lewis Court  Marco Island FL  34145

This great house is for rent during the winter months December 2011 through May 2012, a Great Escape for family and friends to get together.

The home features 4 bedrooms and three baths with an in ground pool and two car garage within walking distance of Marco Island’s Tigertail beach and the Smokehouse Bay Marco Island, shopping, town and restaurants.

Around the corner is the Bald Eagle Preserve where spectators can watch the eagles nest and the young take flight.

Interested in this great property, for a month or several months at a time, make your reservations today.  This property located in the Tigertail Section of Marco Island is truly one of “Christie’s Great Escapes to Marco Island”!

Realtors, remember, referral are appreciated and referral fees paid, contact me for details.

My name is Christine O’Shea Broker-Associate with Downing Frye Realty in Naples FL.

I specialize in residential real estate in Naples FL and Marco Island FL which include residential re-sale properties and new construction.

There are many Gated Golf Communities in Naples FL featuring both Bundled Golf and Equity Memberships.

Homes for sale in Naples FL also include waterfront and beach front, condominiums and single family homes.

Homes for sale on March Island FL, Include single homes backing to water with Gulf access along with condos and High Rise Condos!

Real Estate in Naples FL and Real Estate in Marco Island FL is a Great Investment. People from every state and country come to Purchase Property for Sale in Naples or Marco Island FL.

Looking for a Home In Naples?  Looking for a home on Marco Island?   I can help you find the perfect property in Naples FL or Marco Island FL.

The view today from the Esplanade on Smoke House Bay Marco Island Florida, after three straight days of rain, folks were anxious to get out and about!

My name is Christine O’Shea Broker-Associate with Downing Frye Realty in Naples FL.

I specialize in residential real estate in Naples FL and Marco Island FL which include residential re-sale properties and new construction.

There are many Gated Golf Communities in Naples FL featuring both Bundled Golf and Equity Memberships.

Homes for sale in Naples FL also include waterfront and beach front, condominiums and single family homes.

Homes for sale on March Island FL, Include single homes backing to water with Gulf access along with condos and High Rise Condos!

Real Estate in Naples FL and Real Estate in Marco Island FL is a Great Investment. People from every state and country come to Purchase Property for Sale in Naples or Marco Island FL.

Looking for a Home In Naples?  Looking for a home on Marco Island?   I can help you find the perfect property in Naples FL or Marco Island FL.

Today felt like a spring day up North and a true sign that our Autum weather has arrived, fresh clear air...difficult to capture in a photograph.

My name is Christine O’Shea Broker-Associate with Downing Frye Realty in Naples FL.

I specialize in residential real estate in Naples FL and Marco Island FL which include residential re-sale properties and new construction.

There are many Gated Golf Communities in Naples FL featuring both Bundled Golf and Equity Memberships.

Homes for sale in Naples FL also include waterfront and beach front, condominiums and single family homes.

Homes for sale on March Island FL, Include single homes backing to water with Gulf access along with condos and High Rise Condos!

Real Estate in Naples FL and Real Estate in Marco Island FL is a Great Investment. People from every state and country come to Purchase Property for Sale in Naples or Marco Island FL.

Looking for a Home In Naples?  Looking for a home on Marco Island?   I can help you find the perfect property in Naples FL or Marco Island FL.

Maurice McLaughlin Broker-Associate with Downing-Frye Realty, Inc. and Christine O’Shea Broker-Associate with Downing-Frye Realty, Inc. are featuring two Open Houses in Eagle Creek Golf and Country Club Today:

740 Waterford 201 asking $199,000

And 752 Eagle Creek Drive #202 asking $79,000

Both properties are vacant and ready for new owner, current owners say “let’s talk”!

View the YouTube Videos of the properties below: