What type of community is The National Golf and Country Club?
It is a master-planned bundled golf community with a Property Owners Association (master HOA), separate condo associations for multi-family units, and a distinct golf club association.
The National Golf and Country Club (also referred to as The National at Ave Maria) is a Lennar-developed bundled golf community in Ave Maria, FL (ZIP 34142/near 34114), featuring a master POA/HOA, separate condo associations, and golf club. It offers an 18-hole Gordon Lewis golf course and resort-style amenities; fees vary by home type with layered costs including POA, golf dues (~$1,720–$2,625 annually per recent reports), and CDD assessments. Exact current contacts and full rules require direct inquiry as public data is limited.
The National Golf and Country Club at Ave Maria is a master-planned bundled golf community in Ave Maria, Florida, developed by Lennar. All residents are members of the Property Owners Association (POA/master HOA), which manages common areas, amenities (excluding golf), gates, and enforcement. Separate condo associations handle multi-family units, while the golf club operates as a distinct recreation association for bundled golf members. Residents also belong to the Ave Maria Town Association and pay CDD assessments via property taxes.
Information on exact current monthly/quarterly fees varies significantly by residence type (condo, coach home, single-family) and membership (golf vs. social). Older and listing data indicate master POA/HOA fees ranging from approximately $180–$400 per quarter or more, with additional condo fees, golf dues (reported around $1,720–$2,625 annually in recent years with increases noted), Ave Maria Town fees (~$209 quarterly in 2024), and CDD assessments. Capital contributions, transfer fees, and special assessments may apply. Specific 2026 figures and breakdowns are not uniformly published across public sources; layered structure requires direct verification.
Architectural guidelines require approval for exterior modifications. Rules cover noise, pet policies, landscaping, parking, trash, and general standards to maintain community aesthetics and tranquility. Enforcement by POA and individual associations. Full governing documents and rules available via community portals or management.
Resort-style pool and Chickee Bar, clubhouse with dining options, 18-hole Gordon Lewis-designed golf course with driving range/putting green, fitness center with classes and saunas, 6 Har-Tru tennis courts, 8 pickleball courts, 2 bocce courts, gated access, and common green spaces/landscaping. Golf and social memberships bundled with home purchases.
Residents enjoy a country club lifestyle with bundled golf or social access, resort-style recreation, and integration into the master-planned Ave Maria town featuring European-inspired architecture, parks, and events. Emphasis on wellness, social dining, and outdoor activities in a gated setting.
HOA/POA details vary by sub-association. Golf Club/Pro Shop: (239) 867-9090 or (239) 867-9095; Website: www.thenationalgcc.com or thenationalgcc.com; Address examples: 5909 Double Eagle Circle or 5925 Double Eagle Cir, Ave Maria, FL 34142. One source lists HOA address 5076 Annunciation Circle, Naples, FL 34114, Phone (239) 348-2323, Email info@thenationalgolfandcountryclub.com. Management company or specific board contacts not uniformly detailed in public sources.
Newest bundled golf community in the Naples area (course opened ~2020); part of award-winning Ave Maria master plan (Community of the Year multiple times); ongoing build-out to ~1,279 units; sustainability and luxury features noted in developer materials; layered governance common in large Florida communities.
The National Golf and Country Club offers a modern bundled golf and amenity-rich lifestyle within the Ave Maria community, governed by a complex multi-tier HOA structure typical of large master-planned developments. Prospective residents should review current governing documents and fees directly with management.
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Public sources checked via web search included real estate sites (naplesgolfguy.com, homes.com), community guides (the-national-ave-maria.com), HOA bulletin boards, golf community comparisons (mcgreevyandcomisar.com), developer listings (Lennar), and FSGA. Gaps include precise 2026 master budget details, unified contact for all sub-associations, and complete current rules due to the multi-layered structure (POA, condos, golf club, town assoc., CDD). No single official HOA website with all data was identified.
It is a master-planned bundled golf community with a Property Owners Association (master HOA), separate condo associations for multi-family units, and a distinct golf club association.
In Ave Maria, Florida (eastern Collier County, near Naples), with addresses such as Double Eagle Circle, Ave Maria, FL 34142.
18-hole golf course, resort-style pool with Chickee Bar, clubhouse with dining, fitness center, tennis courts, pickleball courts, bocce courts, and gated access.
Yes, it is a bundled golf community where golf or social memberships are included with home purchases for eligible residences.
No, fees vary by home type (condo vs. single-family), lot size for landscaping, and golf vs. social membership; additional town and CDD fees apply.