Piling Underway at Saltleaf Marina as Construction Forges Ahead on Estero Bay

The 72-slip marina will provide thoughtful new access to the tranquil waters of Estero Bay and beyond into the Gulf of Mexico.

NAPLES, Fla. ─ Prominent Southwest Florida developer and project visionary, London Bay Development Group, celebrates the latest milestone in the construction of Saltleaf Marina, highlighting the development momentum of the 500-acre coastal village of Saltleaf on Estero Bay. Set to create a new sense of place and inspire a connection between people and the natural surroundings, the master-planned community is distinguished by its unique location on one of Southwest Florida’s last great stretches of waterfront, enjoying nearly a mile of frontage on the state’s oldest aquatic preserve.

The marina's basin has been dredged to completion, and the seawalls are finished, heralding the emergence of hundreds of pilings beyond the waterline. Boaters cruising through the area can witness this transformation firsthand, gaining a vivid glimpse of the marina's layout and its unparalleled setting. With private slips, a public boat ramp, and a five-star waterfront restaurant, the brand-new, world-class marina will serve as an invaluable amenity for residents of Saltleaf and the wider Bonita Springs community.

Saltleaf Marina will accommodate 72 slips for vessels up to 30 feet in length, along with various access points for kayaks and paddleboards, offering thoughtful new access to Estero Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Its prime waterfront location will also provide owners at The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Estero Bay the convenience of enjoying surrounding coastal experiences directly adjacent to the luxury-branded property.

 “Saltleaf Marina will be a unique launch point for our community, with new marinas being a rarity in today’s marketplace,” said Mark Wilson, CEO of London Bay Development Group. “It is one of many ways the community will enjoy the magnificent shoreline and countless attributes that make Saltleaf unlike any other Southwest Florida destination.”

Upon its full vision, the Saltleaf on Estero Bay community will be home to The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Estero Bay, Saltleaf Marina, Saltleaf Golf Preserve, miles of nature trails, and other residential offerings. While Saltleaf Marina is slated for delivery in early 2026 in conjunction with the neighboring Ritz-Carlton Residences, Estero Bay, Saltleaf Golf Preserve underwent a complete renovation and officially opened its doors to the public in December 2023.

Located only 20 minutes from Southwest Florida International Airport, Saltleaf is in a priceless location near the friendly town of Bonita Springs, with its sugar-white sand beaches, boutiques, galleries and restaurants, and a short drive from Naples.