We don’t need to list all the reasons why Naples is a top place for seniors to reside, but it’s time to add one more: a new, $300 million continuing care retirement community set on 35 scenic acres.
Erickson Senior Living opened its second Florida community, Siena Lakes, at 2781 Siena Lakes Circle, North Naples, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in June. Residents already are enjoying the Phase 1 amenities.
“We’re already seeing people gathering and connecting,” Executive Director Michael McCormick says. “I think that’s one of the great things about the design at Siena Lakes—there are so many amenities, services and activities that lend to a vibrant lifestyle, but it’s also designed in a really smart way that facilitates socialization.”
Offerings include a swimming pool, fitness center, theater, salon and day spa, medical center, dining destinations, a library, walking paths and more wrapped up inside a modern Tuscan-style campus with Southwest Florida flair. “It’s important that the architectural design reflects the character of the area. That makes our residents feel comfortable,” says Margaret Suit, Erickson Senior Living vice president of development.
The modern Tuscan theme is carried out through wood, stone and stucco with light colors, open space and large windows that overlook the lake. “It not only has an Italian feel, but a resort feel, as well,” Suit says.
FORMAL AMENITIES: Each of the four restaurants, including Chianti’s upscale dining experience, is uniquely inspired at the new Siena Lakes senior living community in North Naples.
Each of the four on-site restaurants is uniquely inspired. For instance, the poolside restaurant, Stoney’s Bar and Grill, got its name from a fruit stand that was previously on the property. Café Eighty Eight’s name was inspired by the year 1888, when Naples Pier was being built.
Residents can customize homes to match their personal preferences, including different flooring and paint colors. Apartments come with high ceilings and screened-in lanais, and many overlook the lake.
The first phase of the community is complete with a clubhouse and two independent living buildings with 175 one- and two-bedroom apartment homes. Phase 2 will add two more independent living buildings with 180 residences. Soon-to-be residents already have reserved 75% of the 355 planned apartment homes, and future phases will include assisted living, skilled nursing and memory care facilities. Siena Lakes is expected to create 250 career opportunities, according to Erickson Senior Living.
Project Partners
Siena Lakes, developed and managed by Erickson Senior Living
2781 Siena Lakes Circle, Naples
Architect: Bessolo Design Group, Tampa Bay
General Contractor: Kaufman Lynn Construction, Estero
