What Is Cedar Hammock?

Cedar Hammock is a gated bundled golf community in East Naples covering approximately 400 acres of lakes, wetlands, and native preserves. At its center is an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Gordon Lewis — and unlike most Naples golf communities, golf membership is bundled into ownership. Every resident is a member. No initiation fee. No separate annual golf dues. The golf membership is simply part of what you buy when you purchase a home in Cedar Hammock.

This bundled model fundamentally changes the financial and social dynamic of the community. Because every resident has golf access, the course is well-utilized, the clubhouse is consistently active, and the social fabric of the community is built around shared participation rather than a tiered membership structure where some residents golf and others do not. The result is a cohesive, engaged community with a distinctly different energy from communities where golf is optional and the club sometimes feels like a separate world from the residential neighborhoods.

Cedar Hammock appeals primarily to retirees and seasonal residents who want an active golf lifestyle in a natural setting at a price point that is significantly more accessible than the top-tier private golf clubs in Naples. Compared to communities like Grey Oaks (mandatory ~$150K initiation), Tiburon (mandatory ~$150K–$200K initiation), or even Quail West (optional ~$30K initiation), Cedar Hammock delivers a complete bundled golf lifestyle at a fraction of the entry cost. For buyers who want to retire into a golf community without the private club price tag, Cedar Hammock consistently rises to the top of the shortlist.

Cedar Hammock Location and Accessibility

Cedar Hammock is located in East Naples off Davis Boulevard, positioned between the established residential corridors of South Naples and the Collier Boulevard/US-41 intersection. The East Naples location carries a different set of trade-offs than North Naples communities — the price point is more accessible, the neighborhood feel is quieter and less congested, and the access to downtown Naples and the Gulf beaches is still reasonable at 15–20 minutes.

East Naples has historically been overlooked by buyers who gravitate toward North Naples communities, but the area has matured significantly over the past decade. The proximity to US-41, the Collier Boulevard commercial corridor, and NCH Downtown Naples puts Cedar Hammock in a convenient daily-use location. Grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants, and medical facilities are all within a short drive. The community's I-75 access via either Davis Boulevard or Collier Boulevard makes regional travel straightforward — RSW Airport is approximately 35–40 minutes, and Fort Myers is accessible without navigating through central Naples traffic.

For buyers who are specifically weighing Cedar Hammock against North Naples bundled golf options like Heritage Bay, the location comparison is important. Heritage Bay sits on the Immokalee Road corridor and offers a similar bundled golf value proposition — but Heritage Bay carries a CDD assessment and is further from downtown Naples and the beaches. Cedar Hammock's East Naples location is closer to the core of Naples and the Gulf without the CDD overhead.

Cedar Hammock Home Types and Price Ranges

Cedar Hammock offers three residential product types — condominiums, coach homes, and single-family homes. The variety of product types within a single bundled golf community is a meaningful advantage: buyers at different life stages and budget levels can all access the same golf membership and amenity campus, whether they choose a lower-maintenance condo or a larger single-family home with a private pool.

Condominiums are the most popular product type with seasonal residents and buyers who prioritize low-maintenance, lock-and-leave convenience. Many condo units have screened lanais overlooking the golf course, lakes, or preserve areas — providing the scenic views that define the Cedar Hammock experience without the upkeep of a larger home. Coach homes bridge the gap between condos and single-family homes, offering attached garage parking, more square footage, and open floor plans while still benefiting from exterior maintenance coverage under the HOA.

Single-family homes in Cedar Hammock attract buyers who want maximum space, privacy, and the option to add a private pool. These homes typically sit on golf course lots or preserve-view lots and represent the upper end of the community's price range. Florida Mediterranean architecture — stucco exteriors, tile roofs, and indoor-outdoor flow through screened lanais — is consistent throughout the community, creating an architectural harmony that enhances property values across all home types.

Cedar Hammock HOA Fees — What's Included and What It Costs

HOA fees at Cedar Hammock typically run between $500 and $900 per month depending on the home type and sub-association. These fees are higher than non-golf communities in the same price range — but the critical distinction is that golf membership is bundled into that cost. There is no separate initiation fee, no annual golf membership dues paid on top of the HOA, and no optional-member structure that prices some residents out of the course.

When you compare Cedar Hammock's all-in cost to optional golf communities, the value equation shifts significantly. A community with a $300/month HOA and an optional golf membership at $50,000 initiation plus $8,000/year in dues has a true year-one cost that is substantially higher than Cedar Hammock. Buyers who plan to golf regularly consistently find that bundled communities offer better long-term value than optional-membership communities — because the cost is spread across all residents rather than concentrated on the golf members alone.

There is no CDD assessment at Cedar Hammock — a meaningful advantage over comparable East Naples communities. Property taxes, homeowner's insurance, and flood insurance (verify FEMA zone per lot) are separate from HOA fees. Villa and condo units typically include exterior building maintenance and landscaping in the HOA coverage; single-family homeowners are responsible for their own lawn care.

Cedar Hammock Golf, Clubhouse, and Resort Amenities

The amenity campus at Cedar Hammock is centered on the Gordon Lewis-designed 18-hole championship course, which winds through the community's 400 acres of lakes, wetlands, and native preserves. Lewis is one of Southwest Florida's most respected course designers, and Cedar Hammock's course is considered one of the stronger bundled golf courses in the Naples area — offering genuine playing challenge without the pretension of a private member-only club atmosphere.

The clubhouse is the social center of the community and one of Cedar Hammock's genuine strengths. The dining program — both casual and more formal options — draws consistent participation from residents throughout the season. A full calendar of themed dinners, wine events, holiday celebrations, and social gatherings keeps the clubhouse active and the community connected. For seasonal residents who spend 3–6 months in Naples, the Cedar Hammock social calendar provides a ready-made community life from the day they arrive.

Beyond golf and dining, the resort-style pool and spa, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, and walking and biking paths through the preserve corridors complete a well-rounded amenity package. The naturalistic setting — with regular wildlife sightings of birds, otters, and native fauna — adds a dimension to the daily experience that purely manicured communities cannot replicate.

Who Buys in Cedar Hammock?

Cedar Hammock vs. Comparable Naples Bundled Golf Communities

Buyers considering Cedar Hammock are typically also looking at other bundled golf options in Naples and Lee County. The comparison below covers the communities most frequently evaluated alongside Cedar Hammock.

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