Naples has plenty of homes that claim they’re the total package.
But Aqualane Shores is one of the few neighborhoods that can back it up.
A newly completed custom waterfront estate at 2231 Forrest Lane has just hit the market for $12.5 million, bringing a fresh, state-of-the-art build into one of Naples’ most coveted corridors — where residents can actually walk to the beach, stroll over to Third Street South, and keep a boat ready for near-immediate Gulf access.
The newly built home sits on 107 feet of waterfront along protected Kite Cove, with a private dock, resort-style outdoor living, and the kind of engineering and infrastructure buyers expect at this price point. It’s listed by Shaun Dalton and Noah Fulop of Coldwell Banker Realty.
Aqualane Shores: Naples’ rare “walk + boat” neighborhood
Aqualane Shores has a specific kind of appeal that many Naples neighborhoods simply can’t duplicate.
It’s repeatedly positioned as the only Naples neighborhood where buyers can get three things at once: a true walk-to-the-beach lifestyle, easy access to the historic Third Street South district, and direct boating access.
In other words, this isn’t just a pretty house on the water. The location itself is a lifestyle flex, without needing to be remote or isolated to get it.
Tucked away near a hidden beach path
The newly completed Naples home leans hard into privacy, and not in a vague “peaceful retreat” way. The home is described as being located in a private section of Aqualane Shores, close to a hidden beach path.
That’s the kind of detail that matters in Naples, where walkability is highly prized, but so is the ability to step away from foot traffic and feel like you’re in your own compound.
107 feet of waterfront on protected Kite Cove
This is not one of those waterfront properties where you’re basically on display from every angle.
The estate sits on Kite Cove, which the listing describes as protected harborage, meaning calmer waters and a more shielded setting, while still keeping quick access to Naples Bay and the open Gulf.
With 107 feet of waterfront, it’s a substantial frontage, enough to make the dock and outdoor living areas feel properly scaled to the home itself.
Fast boating access without giving up walkability
A major selling point here is the double life the property supports. Naples buyers often end up choosing between:
- boating access and canal life, or
- walk-to-town convenience and beach proximity.
This listing positions itself as the exception, offering boating access with close proximity to Third Street South, plus the beach. It’s very much the Naples version of having it all.
The build team has serious credentials; and it shows
One reason this home reads as a “serious” $12.5M listing: the team behind it.
The residence was designed by Stofft Cooney Architects, built by Toscana Homes, and furnished by Broad Avenue Studios — a combination the listing frames as a powerhouse group behind some of the area’s most high-profile luxury builds.
It’s a classic high-end Naples formula: architectural credibility, top-level build quality, then interiors styled and finished at the same tier.
A newly completed modern home with real engineering behind it
This property isn’t just about finishes.
It includes full concrete construction, natural gas, and a 48KW whole-home generator, the sort of behind-the-scenes details that matter hugely in Florida coastal living.
In a market where many homes compete on the same surface-level features, this is part of what separates “brand new” from “actually built to perform.”
5,778 square feet built around indoor-outdoor flow
The home spans 5,778 square feet of living area, with an overall design focus on smooth indoor-outdoor connection.
A key feature is the great room, anchored by 10-foot pocketing lift-and-slide doors, the kind that disappear to erase the boundary between indoor living spaces and outdoor entertaining areas.
And in Naples, that’s not a gimmick. That’s how people actually live.
European oak flooring that warms up the architecture
Throughout the interior, the home features European oak floors, adding warmth and texture —especially important in modern coastal builds that can sometimes skew cold or overly stark.
This reads like a property trying to land on the sweet spot between crisp coastal architecture and livable, welcoming interiors.
The chef’s kitchen: Wolf, Sub-Zero, and quartzite
At the center of the home’s entertaining layout is a chef-grade kitchen with:
- a 60-inch Wolf range with double ovens
- 72-inch Sub-Zero refrigeration
- custom SOHO cabinetry
- honed quartzite countertops
It’s a kitchen meant to work hard, but it also reads clean and intentional: big appliances integrated into an overall design that doesn’t feel chaotic.
A butler’s kitchen that supports real hosting
Alongside the main kitchen is a full butler’s kitchen, which is one of the most valuable additions for a waterfront entertainment-driven house like this.
It supports behind-the-scenes prep and service so the main kitchen can stay polished and guest-facing, especially when entertaining spills outdoors.
This is where the house starts to feel less like a standard luxury build and more like a custom estate designed around events and weekends.
A dedicated study for work (or escaping the chaos)
The listing includes a dedicated study/home office, which has become one of those features that feels less like a bonus and more like a requirement.
Even for buyers who don’t work from home, Naples homes at this level are expected to include at least one quiet, flexible room that can function as:
- office,
- library,
- secondary lounge,
- overflow guest space
Elevator access across a modern, multi-level estate
The home includes an elevator, which is increasingly expected in this segment of the Naples market, particularly for full-time living or multi-generational use.
It’s not just convenience; it’s future-proofing.
With a 4-bedroom layout designed as private retreats
The home offers 4 bedrooms, all en-suite, and described as oversized private retreats, meaning this isn’t a house where the secondary bedrooms feel like afterthoughts.
That matters in Naples, where buyers often host extended family, friends, and seasonal guests. The most successful high-end homes don’t just accommodate people, they give them space.
The “three washer/dryer sets” detail that says everything
One of the more telling (and honestly very Naples-specific) flexes: three washer/dryer sets.
This is the kind of practical upgrade that instantly signals how the home is meant to function, especially in a fully furnished, guest-ready setup where the property may host a rotating cast of family and visitors. Laundry becomes infrastructure.
Outdoor living centered around a 40-foot lap pool
Outside, the home’s centerpiece is a 40-foot resort-style lap pool, paired with a custom spa and gas heat.
A lap pool instantly changes the vibe from “vacation pool” to “mansion pool”: more architectural, more intentional, and more in line with how high-end waterfront properties aim to present themselves.
A lower firepit deck for sunset mode
One of the best outdoor details is the lower firepit deck, which gives the backyard a tiered, multi-zone feel.
It’s the kind of feature that makes a home feel like it has different “scenes” throughout the day, from morning coffee to afternoon pool hang, or evening drinks by the firepit.
A fully equipped outdoor kitchen, built for long nights
The outdoor living setup includes a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, along with expansive covered seating areas facing the water.
This is one of the signature elements of the Naples lifestyle. Outdoor living isn’t seasonal here. It’s constant. So outdoor kitchens matter, especially when paired with a pool/spa setup and dock access.
Private dock with electric: the boating lifestyle is already baked in
The property includes a private dock with electric available, which makes the boating component more than aspirational.
This isn’t “room for a dock.” It’s “come in from the Gulf and tie up.”
That’s part of what the Aqualane Shores address is selling: a lifestyle where the best days can involve both boating and beach — without having to choose.
Smart home and infrastructure upgrades that modern buyers expect
This build includes smart-home and system elements like:
- Lutron lighting
- wiring for data and sound
- home automation
- security system
The listing also references tankless water heaters and other modern comforts, reinforcing the sense that this isn’t just a new build, it’s a fully current, tech-ready property.
As such, it includes natural gas service and a 48KW whole-home generator, which is the kind of infrastructure that matters far more than a pretty backsplash once weather becomes part of real life.
Offered fully furnished, Broad Avenue Studios selections included
The home is offered fully furnished, with interiors designed and furnished by Broad Avenue Studios.
For Naples buyers — seasonal residents in particular — this can be a huge selling point. It cuts down the time between closing and living, and it typically means the home will show as a complete, cohesive experience rather than an empty shell.
The big picture: Naples trophy inventory continues to level up
Aqualane Shores has always been a strong Naples address, but homes like this are a clear signal of where this corridor is heading: new builds with higher engineering standards, full lifestyle amenities, and a “walk + boat” proposition that remains incredibly hard to replicate elsewhere.
At $12.5 million, this is the kind of listing that isn’t only competing on square footage; it’s competing on lifestyle architecture. And in Aqualane Shores, that’s exactly the point.
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