Are you looking for a light-filled, first-floor end unit with private garden views and a low-maintenance lifestyle in a prime Naples location≠ This beautifully maintained residence in the gated community of The Preserve at The Shores offers a rare blend of privacy, comfort, and convenience, complete with low HOA fees and pet-friendly living. With abundant natural light, landscaped surroundings, a newer roof and HVAC system, and a recently painted building exterior, this turnkey furnished home delivers outstanding value just minutes from downtown and the beaches. This two-bedroom plus den, two-bathroom unit features a one-car garage and a screened lanai with tile flooring, garden views, and pocketing sliders for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Hurricane-rated windows and doors provide added peace of mind. Inside, diagonal tile flooring flows through the main living areas. The kitchen offers recessed lighting, shaker-style cabinetry, a tile backsplash, and white appliances including a range, microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator/freezer. A cozy breakfast area with built-in bench seating enjoys peaceful garden views, while a formal dining space adds flexibility for entertaining. The living room features direct lanai access, perfect for enjoying the outdoor scenery. The owner's suite overlooks the gardens and includes a walk-in closet with shelving and an en-suite bath complete with dual vanities, a walk-in shower with glass enclosure, and a separate soaking tub. The guest bedroom sits adjacent to a full bathroom with a shower-tub combo, while the den, with pocket doors, offers the ideal setting for a home office or study. The laundry area includes overhead shelving and a washer and dryer for everyday convenience. The Shores is a well-established, amenity-rich community offering a resort-style pool with a sunny deck, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness center, bocce, children's play area, clubhouse, billiards room, library, meeting rooms, and scenic paths for biking or walking. Ideally situated just off Santa Barbara Boulevard with easy access to I-75, Davis, and Radio Road, this home is only 15 minutes to Lowdermilk Beach and the shopping, dining, and cultural offerings of downtown Naples.