Community profile

Sandalwood Village

3511 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, Naples, FL

Independent Living

3.99 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Sandalwood Village

Close to Vanderbilt Beach in Naples, Florida, is Sandalwood Village, a unique retirement community offering state-of-the-art amenities, convenient services, and breathtaking views. Here, you’ll greet each day with bright eyes as the sound of waves against the shore echoes throughout our grounds. Our community is ideal for anyone who wants to experience more than just the simple solace of a home. We offer a unique sense of community and an unparalleled level of luxurious features and services. Experience fine dining in our Taberna Verdejo Restaurant, an outdoor pool and spa, and an updated fitness center. The best golden years imaginable are just in reach. Step inside our community and meet an experienced staff ready to support you in all of your endeavors. To discover all that we have to offer, contact an A Place for Mom advisor today! Community Activities and Services Our extraordinary set of community amenities set us apart. Enjoy resort-style living with all the comforts of home as you take retirement by the reins. With newfound free time, you can fill days with a swim in the pool, decadent dining, and new friendships. There’s no better place to meet new friends or couples than our clubhouse community room. You can always find a new book to read, join a club, or watch the news or sports with your neighbors. Some more of our other amenities and activities include: Full calendar of unique SUN® Program events, activities, and services Maintenance-free living On-site management and maintenance 24/7 emergency maintenance services Salon Game room and media center Covered parking and elevators Complimentary breakfast Locker rooms Recreational walking paths Transportation for shopping and outings Professionally managed by United Plus Property Management Hurricane Preparedness Living Arrangements and Amenities Our spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments host full appliances, updated flooring, and are suitable for a variety of lifestyles. Whether you’re a frequent cocktail party host or enjoy quiet nights in, our apartments hold opportunities for everyone who steps inside Sandalwood Village. Our apartments include: Washer and dryer Walk-in showers 24-hour emergency call system in bedrooms and bathrooms Central air conditioning with individually-controlled thermostats Pets are welcome (restrictions apply) Screened lanai Water, sewer, and trash

Family and resident feedback

3.9 out of 5 from 9 reviews

Read all on A Place for Mom

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★★★★★

Positive

Our experience

Sandalwood Village community is a wonderful place for my elderly Mom. She feels safe and is so happy with the surroundings, tenants and the terrific people who are employed with Sandalwood Village!!!

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
AnonymousFebruary 20, 2026

★★★★

Critical

Review for Sandalwood Village

This was the worst place and the worst experience I have ever had. Fire alarms, going off constantly day and night. Broken elevator for three weeks in a building that has basically cripples. Lousy food. very limited menu. Short notice cancellation of activities. dogs over the size limits. I couldn't wait to get out of there.

Response from the community

We’re truly sorry to hear that your experience did not meet expectations. Our goal is always to provide a comfortable, enjoyable environment for all residents, and we take feedback like this very seriously. While we don’t believe this review accurately reflects our community or services, we appreciate the opportunity to clarify and continue improving. Many residents enjoy our vibrant calendar of activities, freshly prepared meals, and responsive maintenance team. We wish you the very best moving forward and hope you’ve found a community that suits your needs.

October 16, 2025
AnonymousOctober 13, 2025

★★★★

Positive

Nice Independent Living

The pool is not cooled so my parents barely use it but pay for it. The gym & activities are good. The maintenance seem to deal with issues in a quick manner.

Response from the community

Thank you for sharing your feedback! We’re so glad to hear your parents are enjoying the gym, activities, and our responsive maintenance team. We appreciate your note about the pool and will be sure to share this with our management team for consideration. We value your input and are always looking for ways to enhance the experience for all our residents.

October 16, 2025
AnonymousSeptember 2, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Wonderful Independent Senior Living

My parents moved into Sandalwood in August & are finally settling into their new home. Apartments are large & with a beautiful functional kitchen. Pull emergency cords in bathrooms & bedrooms. Shuttle bus available for scheduled activities. They are meeting friends & are more social now.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Desiree KNovember 8, 2024

★★★★

Positive

I had a good tour experience with Sandalwood Village - it is a great place for independent living. The reason I did not choose this facility was because the bathroom and shower space was very tiny, I could barely fit. The closets were also small as well.

anonymousFebruary 23, 2023

★★★★★

Positive

My dad is looking at places in Naples and Sarasota due to family living there. Sandalwood is by far the best place we saw in Naples and there are a ton. The staff is friendly and accommodating. The apartments are big and have everything my dad needs. I would highly recommend this community to anyone!

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Frank GDecember 21, 2022

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Care options
Independent Living
Operator
Not yet resolved
Public price status
Not publicly found
Last source check
August 1, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

Grouped so you can scan what affects day-to-day life before opening an operator page.

Meals & dining

  • Bar or Pub
  • Vegan
  • Gluten-free
  • Guest Meals
  • Professional Chef
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • No Sugar
  • Meals Provided
  • Kosher
  • Vegetarian
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Organic
  • Café or Bistro
  • Private Dining Room

Health & wellness

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Medication Management

Services & convenience

  • Beautician
  • Spanish
  • English
  • Covered Parking
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Cats Allowed
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)

Activities & engagement

  • Cooking Classes
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Karaoke
  • Book Club
  • Bible Study Group
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Happy Hour
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Wine Tasting
  • Dances
  • Holiday Parties
  • Activities On-site
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Activities Off-site
  • Forever Fit
  • Community Service Programs
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Live Well Programs
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Birthday Parties
  • Cooking Club
  • Trivia Games
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Tai Chi
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Water Aerobics
  • Gardening Club
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Art Classes
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Quilting or Sewing Club

Outdoor spaces

  • Piano or Organ
  • Swimming Pool
  • Beauty Salon
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Library
  • Central Fireplace
  • Barber Shop
  • Private Bath
  • Outside Patio
  • Ballroom
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Game Room
  • Fitness Center
  • Jacuzzi

Apartment & room features

  • Full kitchen
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Bath Tubs
  • Air Conditioned
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Published by A Place for Mom. Features can change; confirm those that matter before touring.

Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
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Move-in fee
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Exact unit availability
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