While some buyers are drawn to the security of gated Communities, there are certainly some great properties that sit within non-gated communities in Naples. These types of communities sometimes offer homebuyers more flexibility and fewer rules and regulations. Although you might think of gated communities being the place to find large homes and properties, some of the most exclusive and expensive homes in Naples actually sit in non-gated communities. Many of them are found to the west of US 41. Aqualane Shores Exclusive Aqualane Shores is known for its deep-water canals and its easy access to some of the best shopping and dining destinations in Naples. As one of the first locations to be developed in the Naples area, some homes in this non-gated community date back to the early 1950s. Coquina Sands The tree-lined neighborhood of Coquina Sands borders the Gulf and was once considered the northernmost section of Naples. Dating back to the mid-century itself, Coquina Sands is now home to more than 200 single-family homes and more than 600 multi-family units. It is also the site of the Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club. Old Naples All streets end at the beach in Old Naples, where you’ll find beachfront estates and cottages in a charming setting. The historic neighborhood is also where you’ll find some of the area’s best shops and restaurants. Moorings Another example of a non-gated Naples community is the Moorings. Found to the north of Olde Naples, many of the homes in the Moorings are prized for their Gulf access. There are also some that offer golf course views. Residential options here also date back to the mid-century, with your choice of thousands of single-family home and condos. Park Shore Not to be outdone, the Park Shore neighborhood sits along the Gulf, and remains one of the most coveted locations for buyers in Naples. Prestigious  Park Shore consists of single-family homes and condos.