The 15-story high-rise tower, Aura at Metropolitan Naples, which features 56 luxury residences above a number of outstanding commercial businesses including, restaurants, boutique shops and office spaces, is downtown Naples’ newest and highly sought after residential sensation.
Ed Gonzalez, Aura’s Director of Sales, said the tower has become a very popular place to live for several reasons – one being its incredible location.
“Aura at Metropolitan Naples is located on a 5.3-acre parcel at the intersection of Fifth Avenue South and Davis Boulevard, just a short walk or bike ride to downtown Naples,” commented Gonzalez. “It’s also right across the street from the Naples Bay Resort Marina, which is very appealing to boating enthusiasts looking for a new home near the water.”
Tom Betrus, one of Aura’s first buyers, said the tower’s location near the marina was a major factor in he and his wife’s buying decision.
“I’ve had the pleasure of keeping our boat at the Naples Bay Resort Marina for several years now,” said Tom. “Owning a luxury condominium literally across the street is really going to enhance our lifestyle.”
Tom enjoys spending time on his boat at the marina, as well as inside the number of businesses also located on the waterfront.
“Life is all about choices,” said Tom. “In addition to the shops and restaurants at the marina, Aura at Metropolitan Naples will also complement the area with even more great shopping and dining venues as well. The only decision we’ll have to make is, do we take a short elevator ride down to dinner or do we take an elevator ride down and then a short walk to dinner? Boy, it’s great having such amazing options.”
Tom is not alone in his enthusiasm regarding the tower’s ideal location. Many of his future neighbors, who represent a great mix of active folks that came from as far as Colorado, the Midwest and the Northeast states, also believe Aura is located in the perfect, picturesque place.
“Everyone talks about location, location, location,” stated Tom. “Well, I think Aura at Metropolitan Naples is in a great location, and close to everything that makes Naples a fun place to live.”
Aura’s idyllic location isn’t the only factor making the high-rise popular. It’s also the tower’s beautiful design and all its amazing amenities.
“Aura features the highest pool in the downtown area and is the only sky pool of its kind within miles,” remarked Gonzalez. “From Aura’s roof, our residents and their guests will also enjoy picturesque views of the marina as well as downtown Naples, the beautiful, reflective waters of Naples Bay and the calm ripples of the Gulf of Mexico”.
However, the infinity pool isn’t the only 15th floor rooftop amenity. Those who love to exercise will also love the sky-high, state-of-the-art fitness center and yoga studio.
160 feet above the ground and offering incredible views through the floor to ceiling glass windows, residents will enjoy working out on outstanding fitness equipment or pushing through the most demanding or relaxing yoga routines, from the perfect perspective.
Also, just steps away from the infinity pool is another amazing amenity – an outdoor lounge and bar, the perfect place to cool down and watch a spectacular Naples sunset.
Aura’s 5th floor amenities are also capturing the imaginations of future residents. They include the indoor and outdoor resident lounges, an outdoor spa, an outdoor kitchen with grilling area, a seating area with fire pits, a large golf putting green and a luxurious overnight guest suite, business center and conference room.
Borges Architects, an award-winning, world class architectural and consulting firm, was hired to bring Metropolitan Naples to life. The major real estate architectural firm is known for its creative designs within the United States as well as in several cities internationally.
Aura includes a mix of beautifully designed two-, three- and four-bedroom residences, many with a den. Prices range from $2 to over $6 million.
Residences feature expansive floor-to-ceiling glass windows and balcony doors, porcelain and wood floor selections, wine walls and wet bars per plan, fine cabinetry, great rooms designed to maximize outdoor views, outdoor living areas with grilling stations and two secure garage spaces per residence.
The Chef-inspired kitchens include a large workstation, dining islands and top-of-the-line appliances such as Wolf gas cooktops and Sub-Zero refrigeration.
All owner suites feature vast views, walk-in closets and luxurious baths with his and her vanities, private water closets, large walk-in showers and separate soaking tubs.
“Aura’s floor plans were all designed for entertaining family and friends, both inside the residence and outside on the terraces,” noted Gonzalez.
In addition to a number of residences, two penthouses are also available.
One is located on Aura’s 15th floor and is known as Penthouse 2.
It is a three-bedroom plus den/three-and-a-half-bath home with 3,083 square feet under air and 3,365 total square feet, including two terraces. Penthouse 2 is priced at $5 million.
The other penthouse available is located on the tower’s amazing 5th floor and just steps away from the previously mentioned amenities.
Penthouse 5 is a four-bedroom plus den/four-and-a-half-bath plan with 3,680 square feet under air and 5,304 total square feet including 1,404 square feet of terraces. Penthouse 5 is priced at $4.9 million.
Metropolitan Naples is being developed by two of the most respected, long-time Naples residents and veteran developers, Fred Pezeshkan and Jerry Starkey.
For more information visit MetropolitanNaples.com or call 239-758-9500.
Aura’s sales gallery is located at 365 Fifth Avenue South, Suite 104A, in downtown Naples. That’s the northeast corner of the intersection of Fifth Avenue South and 3rd Street South. It is open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and by appointment anytime.
Your hosts at the gallery are Ed Gonzalez and Sharyl Wicks of Metropolitan Naples Realty.
