Bayou Hammock
Experience Bayou Hammock, a gated, private enclave on Longboat Key known for estate-sized lots and a tranquil bayou waterfront setting.
Single family homes
3,300 - 4,000+
$3M - $5M
Private bayou-front enclave
About Bayou Hammock
Bayou Hammock is a small, quiet neighborhood located toward the north end of Longboat Key. It’s known for its tucked-away feel and larger homesites compared to many areas on the island. Streets are low traffic, and the neighborhood has more of an “Old Florida” residential character rather than a planned or amenity-driven layout.
Properties here often sit on oversized lots with mature landscaping, creating a strong sense of privacy. Some homes offer water access or canal frontage, while others are valued primarily for land size and redevelopment potential. Because of the larger parcels, Bayou Hammock can attract buyers looking to renovate or build new construction in a less dense setting.
The north-key location places residents close to Longboat Key’s quieter beaches and village areas while still within driving distance of Anna Maria Island and St. Armands. Buyers seeking space, privacy, and a non-HOA feel often gravitate toward this neighborhood.
Homes for Sale in Bayou Hammock
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Amenities in Bayou Hammock
Beach Access
No
Private Beach
No
Boat Slips
Yes
Marina Nearby
No
Beach Club Access
No
Clubhouse
No
Community Pool
No
Fitness Center
No
Walking Paths
No
Golf Nearby
No
Tennis
No
Lifestyle Activities
No
Pickleball
No
Maintenance Included
No
Gated
Yes
55+ Community
No
Visual Tour of Bayou Hammock
Nearby Communities in Longboat Key
Sleepy Lagoon is a single-family neighborhood at the north end of Longboat Key that stretches from bayside canals to the Gulf beach. Homes here range from custom waterfront estates to classic Florida cottages. Many of these homes have private docks for access to Sarasota Bay. Other homes on the Gulf have the beach in their backyard.
Bayview Estates is a waterfront neighborhood on the north end of Longboat Key, where most homes sit on deep-water canals with no fixed bridges to the Intracoastal and the bay. The single-family homes range from established island residences to fully rebuilt new construction.
Longbeach Village is the island's original settlement, a historic neighborhood of around 290 homes at the northern tip of Longboat Key. The homes here are a mix Old Florida cottages, bungalows and renovated coastal homes. With no HOA, no gates, and bayfront restaurants, it offers a genuine village life.
Hideaway Bay is a small, secluded single-family community along Millar Bay, reached by a winding mangrove-lined road on the north end of Longboat Key. Homes here feature deep-water docks and nearby tennis/pickleball courts. Custom residences sit on generous tropical lots with views of Sarasota Bay.
