The Shores at Brightwater - North Fort Myers, FL

About The Shores at Brightwater

The Shores at Brightwater is an up-and-coming 55+ community in Fort Myers, Florida. The gated community will include 590 single-family and attached homes upon completion. Residents will enjoy amenities such as clubhouses, athletic courts, and a six-acre recreational lagoon. The sought-after location will put active adults within 20 minutes of downtown Fort Myers.

Active adults searching for 55+ homes for sale in Fort Myers, FL should consider the spacious homes, world-class amenities, and active adult lifestyle offered by The Shores at Brightwater.

The Shores at Brightwater Amenities & Lifestyle

Residents of The Shores at Brightwater will have access to several world-class amenities. These will include a clubhouse with a fitness center and multipurpose gathering spaces.

Outside, residents will enjoy a resort-style pool, patio, tennis and pickleball courts, nature trails, and a dog park. Residents will also have access to the shared amenities planned for the master-planned Brightwater development.

These amenities include the Crystal Lagoon, a six-acre swimming pool with sandy beaches. The pool will even feature a swim-up bar, paddleboarding, kayaking, and floating cabana. There will also be an expansive outdoor amphitheater that will host food trucks, events, and social gatherings.

The Shores at Brightwater Homes & Real Estate

Builder D.R. Horton began construction of The Shores at Brightwater in 2023 with plans to build 590 single-family and attached homes total. With multiple floor plans to choose from, interested homebuyers will find the right fit for their individual needs and preferences.

The one-story single-family homes range from 1,816 to 2,221 square feet with two or three bedrooms, two or two-and-a-half bathrooms, and attached two- or two-and-a-half-car garages. Features in these homes include open-concept floor plans, spacious living rooms, kitchens with central islands, owner’s suites with en-suite bathrooms and walk-in closets, and lanais.

The attached twin villa homes offer 1,503 square feet with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and attached two-car garages. Features in these homes will include open-concept floor plans, spacious living rooms, kitchens with breakfast bars, primary bedrooms with walk-in closets and en-suite bathrooms, dens, and lanais.

North Fort Myers, FL Area

The Shores at Brightwater will be located in North Fort Myers, Florida, about 10 miles northeast of downtown Fort Myers, putting residents within easy reach of daily needs and fun opportunities.

Residents of The Shores at Brightwater find themselves close to any daily conveniences they need, including ALDI, Target, and Publix. Pharmacy needs can be met at CVS and Walgreens.

The Shores at Brightwater is also close to multiple health care providers, including Cape Coral Hospital, Lee Memorial Hospital, and Lehigh Regional Medical Center.

When homeowners are looking for entertainment in the area, they can travel along North Tamiami Trail, which is home to several restaurants, bars, and shops. There are also various attractions in the area, including the River District, Edison & Ford Winter Estates, and Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium.

Homeowners who want to get outside will find plenty of options to explore in the area. There are multiple greenspaces and parks to choose from, including Caloosahatchee Creeks Preserve West, Manatee Park, and Nalle Grade Park. The Shores at Brightwater is also about 45 minutes from the Gulf Coast, offering access to beaches such as Fort Myers Beach, Little Hickory Beach, and Lovers Key Beach.

Golfers will also find multiple courses to play nearby, including Del Tura Golf & Country Club, Magnolia Landing Golf and Country Club, and Herons Glen Golf & Country Club.

Residents who want to visit nearby metropolitan areas are in luck, as they can drive 20 minutes to downtown Fort Myers, providing easy access to everything the city has to offer. For longer trips, Southwest Florida International Airport is about 25 minutes away.