Bayou Point in North Santa Rosa Beach

Bayou Point is a quiet 15-lot waterfront neighborhood in North Santa Rosa Beach offering assigned boat slips for interior lots, direct bay access, and convenient proximity to Grand Boulevard, Sandestin, and 30A.

Bayou Point in North Santa Rosa Beach

 

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Bayou Point is a quiet, low-density waterfront community tucked away in North Santa Rosa Beach, just minutes from Grand Boulevard, Sandestin, and West 30A. With only 15 total homesites and a rare setup of assigned boat slips for interior lots, this neighborhood offers a level of privacy and boating access that’s hard to find along the Emerald Coast. From here, you can enjoy a relaxed residential feel while still having quick access to beaches, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences.

 

Location:
Bayou Point sits along Hewitt Bayou in North Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, just a short drive from Grand Boulevard, Baytowne Wharf, Sandestin, and West 30A. Residents can easily reach Publix, Sacred Heart Hospital, local restaurants, and daily services without getting stuck in the heaviest seasonal traffic patterns. You’re close enough to bike to Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, and still within a comfortable drive to the beaches, Destin, and the rest of the 30A corridor.

 

Real Estate:
Bayou Point is an intimate, primarily residential neighborhood with just 15 homesites. The community includes a mix of interior lots with assigned boat slips and waterfront lots that can build private docks. When building opportunities arise, they are limited and highly sought-after, especially for buyers who want to design a custom home with direct or assigned access to the water.

One of the most unique features of Bayou Point is its boat slip structure: the HOA owns the slips, and each slip is assigned to a specific interior lot for life. When a property sells, the assigned slip transfers with the lot, which helps preserve long-term value and consistency for owners.

 

Community and Lifestyle:
Bayou Point offers a peaceful, residential atmosphere with a strong emphasis on boating and waterfront living. The neighborhood is small enough that neighbors tend to know each other, yet spread out enough to feel private and relaxed. There’s no high-rise congestion or heavy short-term rental rotation here—just a quiet bayou setting, access to open water, and an easy, local feel.

From the shared dock, residents enjoy watching fish, dolphins, and ospreys, and the bayou often feels like something out of a nature documentary. It’s an ideal setting for those who want to blend everyday life with time on the water.

 

Amenities:
While Bayou Point is not a large master-planned resort community, it offers a focused mix of amenities built around boating and convenience:

  • Community Dock with Boat Slips: Nine HOA-owned slips assigned to interior lots, plus waterfront lots that can build private docks
  • Direct Bay Access: Quick access from Hewitt Bayou out to wider waters and open bay
  • Boating Depth: Approximately 4-foot depth in the bayou, accommodating boats up to about a 28-foot center console (seasonal water levels may vary)
  • Low-Density Layout: Only 15 total lots, creating a quiet, low-traffic neighborhood setting

The community has also made ongoing investments in maintaining and upgrading the dock structure as it ages, highlighting a proactive and engaged HOA.

 

Local Attractions:
Living in Bayou Point means enjoying a calm residential environment while staying close to some of the best destinations on the Emerald Coast:

  • Grand Boulevard at Sandestin: Shopping, dining, movie theater, and everyday services
  • Baytowne Wharf: Restaurants, marina access, and entertainment
  • The Bay Restaurant & Marina Bar at Sandestin: Popular waterfront dining stops accessible by boat
  • Topsail Hill Preserve State Park: Gulf-front beach access, trails, and unspoiled natural dunes
  • 30A & West 30A: Scenic corridor with boutique shops, cafes, and beach access points

By boat, Bayou Point places you roughly 20–25 minutes from the Destin Pass, giving you direct access to Gulf fishing, cruising, and a full range of on-the-water experiences.

 

Nearby & Regional Convenience:
One of the biggest advantages of North Santa Rosa Beach—and Bayou Point specifically—is the ability to avoid the heaviest summer traffic while still staying close to everything. From Bayou Point, you can quickly reach:

  • Publix & daily shopping at Grand Boulevard and nearby centers
  • Sacred Heart Hospital and medical services
  • Restaurants and local favorites in Sandestin, 30A, and along Highway 98
  • Walmart and big-box services just a short drive away

It’s an ideal location for full-time residents who want both convenience and a calm waterfront setting.

 

For Buyers:
Bayou Point is a smart fit for buyers who want low-density waterfront living with real boating access. If you’ve been searching for a quiet, established bayou-front neighborhood with assigned slips, easy access to open water, and proximity to Sandestin and 30A, this community deserves a close look. Opportunities are limited because there are only 15 lots, so when something becomes available, it tends to attract strong interest.

 

For Sellers:
Selling in a unique community like Bayou Point requires an understanding of what makes it special: the boat slip structure, low lot count, direct bay access, and convenient North Santa Rosa Beach location. The Real Experts Group knows how to highlight these features and tell the lifestyle story that resonates with qualified buyers—especially those coming from out of the area who may not know Bayou Point even exists.

 

Conclusion:
Bayou Point combines waterfront access, privacy, and day-to-day convenience into a small, highly desirable package. With only 15 homesites, assigned boat slips, and quick access to both the bay and the 30A/Sandestin corridor, it offers a rare opportunity for full-time or second-home owners who want to make boating a natural part of their everyday lifestyle.

 


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