Is your ideal golf home one where you can play, dine, and socialize without juggling separate club memberships? If you’re eyeing Southwest Florida, Worthington Country Club in Bonita Springs keeps rising to the top for buyers who want golf access included with ownership. Sorting fees, housing types, and rental rules can feel complex. This guide gives you a clear, practical look at life inside the gates so you can decide if Worthington fits your lifestyle and budget. Let’s dive in.
Worthington at a glance
Worthington Country Club is a member-owned, gated, bundled-golf community in Bonita Springs at 13550 Worthington Way. When you buy a home, your ownership includes golf and full club privileges through the master association. The neighborhood features nine sub-communities with condos, carriage homes, villas, and single-family homes built mostly in the early 1990s. You’ll find a mature, golf-centric layout with lakes and fairway views throughout the property. For an overview from the club, start with the Worthington Country Club website.
Homes and sizes in Worthington
Worthington’s range of property types lets you match space, maintenance needs, and views to your lifestyle:
- Condos: 2 and 3 bedrooms, typically mid 1,200 to 1,700 square feet in three-story Waterford buildings.
- Carriage and coach homes: often 1,500 to 2,100 square feet in Wedgewood and similar enclaves.
- Villas and single-family homes: commonly 1,700 to 2,900 plus square feet depending on model and lot.
If you want low-maintenance living with lock-and-leave convenience, condos and carriage homes are popular picks. If you prefer more privacy and garage space, villas or single-family homes may be a better fit. For sizes and product mix details, see this community overview.
What bundled golf means financially
Bundled golf means your home purchase conveys membership privileges rather than you paying a separate initiation fee to join a club. Costs are built into recurring master association dues, plus any neighborhood-level dues and closing contributions. For background on how bundled models compare to equity or non-equity clubs, review this SEC discussion of bundled ownership structures.
2026 master association fees
Worthington publishes an annual fee schedule that outlines core costs:
- Total annual master dues per unit: $13,058 (about $1,088 monthly)
- Annual food and beverage minimum: $1,000
- Capital contributions at resale: $12,500 for a new owner and $1,306 for an existing owner transfer
You will also see golf cart related options and fees in the same schedule. Always verify current figures with the club before you finalize a budget. Review the numbers in the 2026 Master Association Fee Schedule.
Local sub-association dues
Each sub-neighborhood charges its own assessments in addition to the master dues. Examples from the 2026 HOA schedule include:
- Waterford Cavendish Ct: annual $7,712
- Waterford Worthington Way: annual $6,188
- Wedgewood Sherburne: annual $5,700
Your combined carrying cost is master dues plus your sub-association’s dues, so it varies by address and property type. See the current ranges in the 2026 Local HOA Fee Schedule.
Golf cart use and fees
Worthington has an active cart culture. If you plan to use or store a private cart, the 2026 schedule lists:
- Trail fee per household: $1,875 annually
- Annual cart lease per household: $2,125
- Community cart fee: $350 annually
- Private cart storage: $450 annually
There are per-round fees for non-cart owners and guests. Check cart rules and garage-storage policies for your specific sub-association in the 2026 fee schedule.
Renting your home and club access for tenants
Owners who lease must submit a rental packet in advance, pay the application fee, and request an amenities transfer for renters. Key items include:
- Application fee: $100 nonrefundable
- Amenities transfer fee by lease length: 1 month $300, more than 1 to 3 months $400, more than 3 to 12 months $500
- Timelines: submit at least 30 days before occupancy, 60 days preferred
If rental income is part of your plan, read the club’s rules and timelines in the Owner Rental Procedures and confirm any additional sub-association requirements.
Course, clubhouse, and amenities
The centerpiece is an 18-hole championship course. Sources note a significant renovation led by Ron Garl with a reported $5.5 million overhaul to greens, tees, irrigation, and landscaping. For a quick reference on the renovation note, see the SWFL Inc directory listing.
The clubhouse offers formal and casual dining, supported by an annual food and beverage minimum. Beyond golf, you can expect Har-Tru tennis courts, bocce, a main resort-style pool with satellite pools, fitness and activity spaces, and practice areas for your short game. Some recent listings mention plans to expand racquets facilities and refresh the cabana area. Verify current amenity details with the club, and explore a general amenities snapshot via the community overview.
Location and daily living
Worthington sits just off I-75, minutes from shopping and dining at nearby centers like Coconut Point. Typical drive times are about 15 to 25 minutes to Southwest Florida International Airport and to Gulf beaches like Bonita Beach and Barefoot Beach, depending on traffic. The social calendar is most active from mid-fall through spring, with quieter summer periods. For a high-level orientation and lifestyle notes, start with the Worthington Country Club site.
Market snapshot and price context
Neighborhood pricing shifts with seasonality and product type. Recent neighborhood data shows a median sale price around $414,000 for Worthington, with entry-level condos and coach homes often in the low 200 to 300 thousand range and larger single-family homes commanding higher prices depending on lot and view. Track current conditions on the Redfin Worthington market page.
Recent and planned upgrades
Several recent property listings reference member-approved projects, including a remodeled cabana with indoor and outdoor bar and pergola, five new tennis courts, four new pickleball courts, and expanded parking, with construction described as starting spring 2026. Because listing copy can precede final permits or contracts, verify status and timing with club management. See an example mention in this MLS listing detail.
Who Worthington fits best
- You want golf access bundled with your home and a clubhouse-centric social life.
- You like choosing among condos, carriage homes, villas, and single-family options inside one gate.
- You value a mature, established setting with ongoing capital investment in amenities.
- You plan to use a personal golf cart and want a cart-friendly community.
- You split time seasonally and want a neighborhood with an active high-season calendar.
Potential trade-offs to weigh
- Recurring cost profile: The bundled model shifts club access into annual dues. Factor in $13,058 master dues, the $1,000 food and beverage minimum, and the new owner capital contribution of $12,500 at closing. Review the 2026 fee schedule.
- Local dues vary: Sub-association fees are added on top of master dues and vary by neighborhood. See the 2026 HOA schedule.
- Rental procedures: If renting seasonally, you must follow the club’s application and amenities transfer process and fees. Read the rental packet closely.
- 1990s build years: Review roof, HVAC, and system ages during inspections and in seller disclosures.
Buyer checklist for Worthington
Use this list to streamline due diligence and avoid surprises:
- Request the current Purchaser Packet, Master Association budget, and the 2026 fee schedule. Confirm that numbers are current.
- Ask club management about any pending special assessments, the next capital projects, how they will be funded, and the effective date of the resale contribution policy. Listings sometimes mention projects, so verify details directly with the club. For reference language, see this example listing.
- Obtain your sub-association CC&Rs and the 2026 local HOA fee schedule for the exact address you are considering.
- If you plan to rent, confirm timelines and fees in the Owner Rental Procedures and check for any additional sub-association applications.
- Confirm cart rules, storage permissions, and any garage restrictions. Reference cart-related line items in the 2026 fee schedule.
- Review recent sales and days on market for your product type on the Worthington market page and compare to active listings.
Next steps
If you want easy tee times, a social clubhouse, and housing options that fit a range of lifestyles, Worthington can be a smart shortlist community. The key is understanding the bundled model, total carrying costs, and how each sub-neighborhood compares. When you are ready to see properties, compare dues, and confirm club details, connect with Sara Anderson, PA for boutique, bilingual guidance and a clear path to your next golf home in Bonita Springs.
FAQs
What is bundled golf at Worthington?
- Your home purchase includes membership privileges through the master association, so you do not buy a separate initiation, but you pay recurring master dues and any neighborhood-level dues.
How much are Worthington’s 2026 dues?
- The published master dues are $13,058 per unit annually with a $1,000 food and beverage minimum, plus your sub-association’s dues, which vary by neighborhood.
What are typical home sizes in Worthington?
- Condos are usually 1,200 to 1,700 square feet, carriage and coach homes about 1,500 to 2,100, and many villas or single-family homes range from roughly 1,700 to over 2,900 square feet.
Can I rent my Worthington home seasonally?
- Yes, with approval and required forms: submit the rental packet at least 30 days before occupancy, pay a $100 application fee and an amenities transfer fee of $300 to $500 depending on lease length.
Where is Worthington and how close is it to beaches and the airport?
- It is in Bonita Springs near I-75, typically about 15 to 25 minutes to Southwest Florida International Airport and to Gulf beaches like Bonita Beach, depending on traffic.
Are there planned amenity upgrades in 2026?
- Recent listings mention a cabana refresh, five new tennis courts, four new pickleball courts, and expanded parking beginning spring 2026, but confirm status and timing with the club.
