Hammock Lakes

Working in an urban area can be harried and stressful. That’s why many Floridians prefer coming home to suburban areas that give them a quiet, laid-back respite from their places of work. One of these lovely suburbs is Hammock Lakes, a Coral Gables community that's considered one of Florida’s best-kept secrets.

Highlights

• The Farmers' Market at Merrick Park

  Held every Sunday from 11 A.M. to 5 P.M., this popular farmers’ market is known throughout the state for bringing together many of the city’s top artisanal vendors and local farmers. Drop by to score some of the best artisan bread, organic produce, and fresh-baked goods that this Sunday market has to offer.

• The Glasshouse Cafe by Le Basque

  Located inside the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Gardens, this garden cafe offers an impressive selection of gourmet sandwiches, salads, and drinks – all of which are made with organically-grown and locally-produced ingredients. A popular spot for nature lovers, Glasshouse boasts amazing views of the garden's exotic butterfly conservatory, making each visit to the cafe nothing short of special.

One of the most highly sought-after addresses in Coral Gables, Hammock Lakes is an affluent lakefront community with a colorful history dating back to the late 1940s.

Today, Hammock Lakes is one of the most exclusive gated communities in Coral Gables, with only about 160 properties within its borders.

Properties for sale in Hammock Lakes come with waterfront views and luxurious fittings that make them extremely popular among the more affluent set. Examples of these home features include high ceilings, state-of-the-art kitchens, spa-style bathrooms, and ample storage space. Homes in Hammock Lakes are also incredibly spacious, with interior floor plans ranging from 3,000 square feet to more than 13,000 square feet.

Given their features and massive sizes, properties in Hammock Lakes tend to have price points ranging from a base price of about $3 million to more than $6 million.