The Naples, Fla. club will renovate both the golf course and clubhouse. The 25-year-old Arthur Hills-designed course will see a greens expansion, drainage improvement and design restoration, while casual and formal dining options will expand in the clubhouse and a repositioning of the bar will provide flexible cocktail and pre-function service.
Members of Collier’s Reserve Country Club in Naples, Fla. spoke, and their voices carried a resounding, “yes” for two major renovation projects. The favorable vote for both the golf course and the clubhouse renovation projects will move the final two phases of the club’s master plan forward.
“The support of the membership for these two projects will continue to advance and elevate the tradition of excellence here at Collier’s Reserve,” said Stephen Guillard, President of the Board.
Starting in early April 2021, ground will break on the 25-year-old Arthur Hills golf course to restore the design back to its original glory. Greens expansion, drainage improvement and design restoration will breathe new life into the course.
Members actively participated in the renovation planning and budgeting phases for the 18-hole Naples icon that led to an 88 percent favorable vote for the $3.7 million renovation.
Collier’s Reserve will commission the same architects for the improvements as originally built the course in order to maintain the course’s integrity and thoughtful integration into the natural surroundings.
Dining and social events have been centerpieces in the active community, so the approval of the clubhouse renovation by 93 percent of voting members was no surprise to club leadership. The clubhouse is more than just a central retreat, it’s a critical component of daily operation for members and staff.
By updating systems, infrastructure and overall appearance, the nucleus of the community will be beckoned into the next decade and beyond. Casual and formal dining options will expand to serve the needs of members and guests, and a repositioning of the bar will provide flexible cocktail and pre-function service.
The renovation spans March through October 2020, culminating in a grand reopening celebration.
“Thanks to membership growth and backing for these projects, the financial health of Collier’s Reserve is stronger than ever,” said David Bupp, Treasurer of the Board.
Over the next two years, a restoration will make a final sweep across the 450 acres of amenities to renew features while maintaining the commitment to the natural beauty of the land.
“This truly is an exciting time for the club,” said General Manager Nicholas von Hofen. “Over the last three years, Collier’s Reserve has evolved into the club for those who seek an active, intimate experience thanks to our new amenities. The clubhouse and golf course renovation projects will complete our master plan and bring many years of enjoyment to our membership.”
Collier’s Reserve was recognized as the world’s first ever Audubon Signature Sanctuary and aims to preserve the quiet sophistication of the riverfront property.
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