Clubhouse Now Open at Hamilton Harbor Yacht Club

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Old Florida-style clubhouse offers a unique new waterfront experience

Naples, Fla. (April 16, 2008) – The clubhouse at Hamilton Harbor Yacht Club is now open. Located on the southern end of Naples Bay, just minutes from Gordon Pass, the old Florida-style clubhouse offers members a unique new waterfront experience.

The clubhouse design was inspired by its site, according to lead architect Mike Ramsey. “The site thrust the clubhouse into the bay and created breathtaking views from every angle,” said Ramsey, vice president of Architectural Design Group. “So we chose an octagonal shape to maximize these views.”

The rustic features and finishes of the clubhouse give it an old Florida style. Exterior details include an embossed metal roof, copper downspouts, clear cypress banisters, and coquina shell pedestals. “Our goal was not to be flashy, but to create an image of durability, permanence and quality,” said Ramsey.

Inside, cypress floors and ceiling, a vintage fishing rod display and a collection of historic photographs continue the old Florida theme. “We studied every detail, from the design of the brackets that hold the ceiling beams to the choice of wood for walls, floors and ceiling,” said interior designer Bob Fransisco of Image Design, Inc.

“We wanted the clubhouse to evoke the same relaxed atmosphere found in Southwest Florida's classic waterfront clubs like Useppa Island and the Rod and Gun Club in Everglade’s City,” said Christian Spilker, Collier Enterprises’ vice president.

According to general manager Jack Sullivan, members in boat shoes and shorts are perfectly welcome. “You can wear your blue blazer, of course, but it’s not required,” he said. “We want members to have a relaxed, informal waterfront experience – provided with the highest standards of quality and service.”

The club’s social and slip members will enjoy a full range of amenities and activities at the clubhouse, like waterfront dining, social and educational events, or just sipping a sunset cocktail on the deck. A full-time activities director will also lead nautical and nature programs, including boating rendezvous, fishing tournaments, guided eco-tours and backwater kayaking.

The clubhouse will be serving lunch daily Tuesday through Sunday from 11:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. and a light bar menu will be available from 3:00 until 8:30 p.m. On Friday and Saturday a full dinner menu is available from 5:30 until 8:30 p.m. Menus can be found online at www.hamiltonharboryachtclub.com.