Southport Cove is one of the most exclusive waterfront neighborhoods within the prestigious Barefoot Beach community in Bonita Springs, Florida. Located on the bay side of Little Hickory Island, Southport Cove is a private, double-gated enclave known for its luxury waterfront homes, private boat docks, Gulf access, and close proximity to Barefoot Beach’s world-famous white-sand shoreline. Combining a premier boating lifestyle with easy beach access, Southport Cove has become one of the most desirable residential neighborhoods in Southwest Florida for luxury homebuyers seeking both waterfront and coastal living.
Southport Cove consists of a limited collection of custom luxury residences situated along protected bayfront and canal-front homesites. Many homes were originally built during the 1990s and early 2000s, with numerous properties having undergone extensive renovations or complete redevelopment in recent years. Residences generally range from approximately 2,500 square feet to more than 5,000 square feet of living space and feature custom floor plans, private elevators, gourmet kitchens, expansive outdoor living areas, resort-style pools and spas, multiple-car garages, and luxury finishes throughout.
One of Southport Cove’s defining features is its exceptional boating access. Many homes include private docks and boat lifts with direct Gulf access through Wiggins Pass. Homeowners can reach the Gulf of Mexico within minutes, making the neighborhood particularly attractive to boaters, anglers, and waterfront enthusiasts. The ability to keep a boat directly behind the home while remaining within a gated beach community is a rare amenity in Southwest Florida’s luxury real estate market.
The neighborhood’s location within Barefoot Beach provides residents with convenient access to some of Florida’s most beautiful beaches. Homeowners are just a short walk, bike ride, or golf cart ride from the pristine shoreline and natural beauty of Barefoot Beach Preserve County Park. The surrounding preserve environment helps maintain the area's natural character while protecting wildlife habitats, native vegetation, and coastal ecosystems.
Many Southport Cove residences offer spectacular views of Little Hickory Bay, mangrove preserves, and surrounding waterways. The neighborhood’s larger homesites and low-density design create a private residential atmosphere that appeals to both seasonal and year-round residents. Waterfront views, tropical landscaping, and expansive outdoor entertaining spaces are common features throughout the community.
Residents have the opportunity to enjoy membership opportunities at Club at Barefoot Beach, one of Southwest Florida’s most exclusive private beachfront clubs. The club offers beachfront dining, social events, beach and pool services, recreational amenities, and a vibrant social atmosphere that complements the luxury coastal lifestyle available throughout Barefoot Beach.
Southport Cove benefits from a prime location near many of Southwest Florida’s premier destinations. Residents are just minutes from Bonita Beach, upscale dining, Mercato, Coconut Point Mall, Waterside Shops, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, and numerous championship golf courses throughout Bonita Springs and Naples. Southwest Florida International Airport is also easily accessible, making the neighborhood particularly attractive to seasonal residents and second-home owners.
Real estate within Southport Cove remains highly desirable due to its limited inventory, direct boating access, luxury residences, and location within one of Florida’s most prestigious gated beachfront communities. Recent sales activity continues to demonstrate strong demand for waterfront homes that offer both beach access and private boating opportunities. Buyers seeking a luxury coastal lifestyle often consider Southport Cove among the finest waterfront neighborhoods in Bonita Springs.
Lifestyle at Southport Cove
Life in Southport Cove centers around the water. Residents enjoy boating directly from private docks, fishing in nearby Gulf waters, paddleboarding through mangrove estuaries, relaxing on Barefoot Beach, and entertaining guests in luxurious waterfront homes. The neighborhood offers a rare combination of boating, beach access, privacy, and luxury living that few communities in Southwest Florida can match.
Your Local Barefoot Beach Real Estate Experts
The McGreevy and Comisar Team at Domain Realty is led by Jesse McGreevy and Marc Comisar, Southwest Florida luxury real estate specialists with extensive experience throughout Bonita Springs, Naples, Estero, Fort Myers, Barefoot Beach, and the region’s premier waterfront communities. Together, they have completed more than 1,700 transactions and over $860 million in career sales throughout Southwest Florida.
Jesse and Marc regularly help buyers and sellers navigate Southport Cove real estate, providing guidance on waterfront home ownership, boating access, private docks, luxury construction, flood and insurance considerations, market trends, investment opportunities, seasonal and year-round living, and long-term property values. Their local expertise helps clients understand the unique lifestyle advantages of owning within one of Southwest Florida’s most exclusive waterfront neighborhoods.
