Windstar on Naples Bay

What Windstar on Naples Bay does

Windstar on Naples Bay is a private, equity member-owned golf and country club founded in 1983 in Naples, Florida, operating across a 450-acre property that includes an 18-hole Tom Fazio-designed championship golf course, the 72-slip Southpointe Marina, a private beach, six Har-Tru tennis courts, three bocce courts, a fitness center, and four dining venues (1700 Grille, Bayview Dining Room, Sunset Lounge & Veranda, and The Wine Room). The club is structurally capped at 350 Full Golf members with additional Social Summer Golf and Social membership tiers, and operates with a managed waitlist to preserve tee-time availability and member experience. The surrounding residential community, managed through the Windstar Master Association, comprises 15 neighborhoods that supply a non-binding referral pipeline for prospective members.

The business model is anchored on recurring membership dues supplemented by food and beverage revenue across four venues, marina slip revenue at Southpointe Marina, and ancillary fees from the Keewaydin Queen boat shuttle, social clubs (Fishing, Wine, Book, Bourbon, Cycling), and event catering. Distribution is exclusively direct via the Membership and Marketing Director and website inquiry, with marketing reach extended through an Instagram presence (@windstarclub), community events such as Concerts on the Bay, and partnerships with the Windstar Master Association for real estate referral visibility. Pricing is not publicly disclosed, consistent with the inquiry-based membership model typical of equity private clubs.

The underlying technology layer consists of a private club management platform with a Windstar Club mobile application for member services and communications, deployed on the MembersFirst website framework. The company holds no subsidiaries, has no parent entity, and is governed by a Board of Directors representing the equity member base. Operational and sustainability credentials include Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary certification since 1998 and Florida Clean Marina Program membership, and the club maintains professional affiliations with the PGA, CMAA, GCSA, and Blue Zones Project. Revenue and financials are not publicly disclosed.

Name

Windstar on Naples Bay

Legal name

Windstar Club Incorporated

Website

https://windstarclub.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Windstar on Naples Bay is a private, equity member-owned golf and country club founded in 1983 in Naples, Florida, offering a Tom Fazio-designed championship course, 72-slip marina, private beach, four dining venues, tennis, and fitness amenities to a capped membership of 350 Full Golf members and their households.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Golf & Country Club

NAICS

Golf Courses and Country Clubs (71391)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Golf Clubs & Tournament-Host Clubs (Professional/Elite Golf Clubs) (MPAKABAE)

Keywords

• Private golf club
• Country club membership
• Marina services
• Private dining venues
• Waterfront amenities

Headquarters

HQ city

Naples

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership dues from Full Golf, Social Summer Golf, and Social memberships. Full Golf Members enjoy unlimited rounds, all clubhouse amenities, private beach access, and marina privileges.
2. Food & Beverage Revenue: Revenue from dining at four venues: 1700 Grille, Bayview Dining Room, Sunset Lounge & Veranda, and Wine Room. Members and guests pay for meals and events.
3. Real Estate Referrals: The club benefits from the surrounding 450-acre residential community with 15 neighborhoods, though residents are not required to be members.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Windstar on Naples Bay is a private, equity member-owned golf and country club that sells Full Golf, Social Summer Golf, and Social memberships capped at 350 Full Golf members. Members access an 18-hole Tom Fazio championship golf course, a 72-slip deep-water marina, a private beach, tennis and bocce courts, a fitness center, four dining venues, the Keewaydin Queen boat shuttle, and member-run Social Clubs, with revenue drawn from dues and on-property food and beverage.

Product overview

Windstar on Naples Bay is a private, equity member-owned golf and country club offering a comprehensive suite of recreational and hospitality services. The club features an 18-hole Tom Fazio-designed championship golf course as its centerpiece, complemented by waterfront amenities including Southpointe Marina (72 slips), a private beach, 6 Har-Tru tennis courts, 3 bocce courts, and a fitness center. Dining options include four distinct venues: 1700 Grille, Bayview Dining Room, Sunset Lounge & Veranda, and The Wine Room. Additional offerings include the Keewaydin Queen boat shuttle for coastal excursions and various social clubs. The club operates on a membership model with Full Golf, Social Summer Golf, and Social Membership tiers available.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Southpointe Yacht Club: Private deep-water marina with 72 slips accommodating yachts up to 70 feet, offering direct water access to Naples Bay, Gulf of Mexico, and the Bahamas.
• The Keewaydin Queen

Products and services

• 18-Hole Tom Fazio Championship Golf Course 18-hole championship golf course designed by Tom Fazio with eight sets of tees to accommodate varying skill levels, plus a bayside driving range and putting green; available to Full Golf and Social Summer Golf members.
• Southpointe Marina Private deep-water marina with 72 slips accommodating yachts up to 70 feet, offering direct access to Naples Bay and the Gulf of Mexico; Florida Clean Marina designated.
• Private Beach Private beach exclusive to Windstar members and their guests, offering coastal access on Naples Bay.
• Tennis Facilities Six Har-Tru tennis courts with an active tennis community supporting all skill levels and interclub league participation.
• Bocce Courts Three lite Har-Tru bocce courts located next to the indoor/outdoor bar for casual member play.
• Fitness Center Year-round fitness facility offering cardio machines, free weights, and a dynamic fitness class schedule.
• 1700 Grille Main dining venue at the club offering fine dining experiences to members and their guests.
• Bayview Dining Room Upscale dining room with sunset views overlooking Naples Bay.
• Sunset Lounge & Veranda Indoor/outdoor bar and lounge area offering casual dining with sunset views.
• The Wine Room Private wine room for fine dining experiences and wine tastings.
• Keewaydin Queen Boat Shuttle Private boat shuttle operated by the Windstar Master Association offering island day trips and sunset cruises along Southwest Florida's coastal waters, captained by Captain Dan.
• Member Social Clubs Member-run clubs including Fishing Club, Wine Club, Book Club, Bourbon Club, and Cycling Club offering organized social activities for members.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Audubon InternationalcoreOthersWindstar has been an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary since 1998, committed to sustainability and harmony with the surrounding ecosystem. The certification involves rigorous environmental stewardship, wildlife habitat enhancement, natural resource protection, and environmental education.
• Windstar Master AssociationcoreOthersManages the residential community surrounding the club, including the private beach, Southpointe Marina, and Keewaydin Queen boat shuttle service. Residents within the gated community are not required to be club members, creating a unique hybrid model.
• Southpointe MarinacoreOthers72-slip deep-water marina with access to Naples Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Can accommodate yachts up to 70 feet. Part of the Windstar Master Association amenities available to club members.
• Distinguished ClubsminorOthersRecognition program for excellence in private club operations. Windstar displays the Distinguished Clubs accolade on their website footer.
• Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSA)minorOthersProfessional affiliation supporting golf course maintenance excellence. Windstar displays the GCSA badge on their website footer.
• Club Managers Association of America (CMAA)minorOthersProfessional association for club managers. Windstar displays the CMAA badge on their website footer.
• Professional Golfers' Association (PGA)minorOthersProfessional association for golf professionals. Windstar displays the PGA badge on their website footer.
• Blue Zones ProjectminorOthersWellness initiative focused on improving health and well-being. Windstar displays the Blue Zones badge on their website footer.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Olde Florida Golf Club: Private equity member-owned golf club in Bonita Springs with an 18-hole championship course and clubhouse. Comparable boutique private club serving the same Southwest Florida luxury segment.
• Tiburon Golf Club: Private club in Naples with 36 holes of championship golf (designed by Greg Norman), clubhouse, and member amenities. Comparable Naples private club with similar designer-led positioning.
• Bonita Bay Club: Large private member-owned golf and country club in Bonita Springs, FL, offering multiple golf courses, tennis, marina, dining, and beach amenities. Closely comparable to Windstar in membership model, amenity breadth, and Southwest Florida luxury positioning.
• The Forest Country Club: Private member-owned golf and country club in Fort Myers, FL, with 36 holes, tennis, dining, and fitness. Comparable Southwest Florida private club operating in the same regional market.
• Quail West Golf & Country Club: Private equity member-owned golf club in Naples featuring two Arthur Hills-designed courses, clubhouse, spa, and sports complex. Direct competitor for affluent Naples members with similar pricing tier and amenity stack.
• Fiddler's Creek: Private member-owned golf and country club in Naples with golf, tennis, spa, beach club, and dining amenities within a master-planned community. Direct competitor referenced in Windstar's own management team history.
• Mediterra Golf & Country Club: Private member-owned club in Naples with two golf courses, tennis, beach club, and dining, embedded in a master-planned residential community. Highly comparable hybrid real estate/club model serving the same affluent Naples demographic.
• Esplanade Golf & Country Club: Private member-owned club in Naples featuring golf, tennis, pickleball, dining, and fitness within a residential community. Comparable full-amenity club model referenced in Windstar's Director of Court Sports background.
• Calusa Pines Golf Club: Private equity golf club in Naples with an 18-hole championship course, clubhouse, and member amenities. Comparable single-asset private club serving the same Naples luxury market.

Regional players

• Pelican Bay Foundation: Large private residential and amenity community in Naples with private beach access, tennis, and dining. Adjacent rather than directly competing, but serves the same affluent Naples resident base and competes for discretionary luxury spend.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/windstarclub
• Xx.com/windstarclub

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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