Windstar on Naples Bay

Windstar on Naples Bay is a Tom Fazio design located in Naples, Florida, opened in the late 1980s as part of a residential community along the shores of Naples Bay. Fazio routed the course through relatively flat Southwest Florida terrain, incorporating the region's characteristic water features, native vegetation, and mature landscaping to create definition and strategic interest on a site that lacks significant natural elevation change. The layout emphasizes accuracy over distance, with water hazards in play on many holes and bunkers positioned to challenge approach shots. The course occupies a compact footprint within the Windstar community, and its proximity to Naples Bay provides occasional glimpses of the water and the broader coastal landscape. Fazio's design work here reflects his approach to Florida resort and residential golf from that era, focusing on playability for a range of skill levels while maintaining enough challenge to keep accomplished players engaged. The conditioning and presentation standards are consistent with the expectations of Southwest Florida's golf market. Windstar operates as a private club serving the residential community and maintains a relatively low profile compared to Naples' more prominent tournament venues and nationally ranked layouts. The club offers traditional amenities and dining in a setting that emphasizes the relaxed, coastal lifestyle characteristic of the area. The course remains a solid example of Fazio's residential design work in Florida, providing members with a well-maintained layout suited to year-round play in the region's subtropical climate.