The coastal suburb of Bayonet Point has "a bit of everything,” says local Realtor Susanna Vizzari of Re/Max Sunset. “There are beaches for swimming, rivers for fishing and kayaking, tons of shopping and dining. Really, whatever you’re looking for, you can probably find it close by.” The community, about 40 miles north of Tampa, is named for yucca, an edible root commonly referred to as Spanish bayonet for its long, pointed leaves. Like its namesake, Bayonet Point is a broad area bursting with sharp features and deep roots, including award-winning antique malls and locally owned stores near 4,000 acres of protected state park land.
Enjoy a fun day shopping at Lyon's Head Antique Mall in Bayonet Point.
There is plenty of room on the beach in Bayonet Point.
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Midcentury ranch and large garages
Housing options include multiple subdivisions of single-family homes, 55-plus communities of manufactured homes and a few condominium complexes. "They have a few homes there that were built in the early 2000s," says Realtor Jackie Little of the Little Group for Keller Williams. "They're almost newer construction because a lot of what we sell is from the 1960s and 70s." Midcentury ranch houses are the most common form of housing, especially in the Palm Terrace Gardens and Palm Terrace Estates neighborhoods. The handful of homes built in the late 1990s and early 2000s tend to come as snout houses with broad multi-car garages, like in the Beacon Woods neighborhood. The median home price is $231,000, just over half the national median.
There is always something to do in Bayonet Point.
New construction homes are commonly seen around Bayonet Point.
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Thousands of acres of nature at Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park
The 4,000 acres of Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park lies on Bayonet Point's western side, reaching out to the Gulf with miles of trails, an extensive network of creeks and bayous, and tons of salt springs. Gators, manatees and hundreds of species of birds call the park's waterways and tangle of bald cypresses home. For coastal outings that aren't so reclusive, residents make their way north to Hudson Beach for fishing charters, sunbathing spots, and several restaurants with live music. Many residents also enjoy membership discounts on tee times at Beacon Woods Golf Course, a public 18-hole par-72 course just north of town.
Werner Boyce Salt Springs Park has an access point within Bayonet Point.
Werner-Boyce Park has over 4,000 acres of nature to explore.
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Locally owned shops along Highway 19
U.S. Highway 19 is a miles-long gallery of retail options, with multiple shopping centers and standalone big-box stores. Highway 19 is also where thrifty locals visit the Lyon's Head Antique Store, a 20,000 sq foot showroom that houses over 50 vendors. Since 1975, Acropolis Meats and Deli has served the community as a popular option for choice cuts of lamb and other meats, and Carolina's Cuban Cafe serves up one of the most popular Cuban sandwiches around, rivaled only by their appetizers. More retail options and nightlife can be found near here or on State Road 52.
Sigmones Acropolis Meats and Deli is family owned and operated since 1975 in Bayonet Point.
Residents of Bayonet Point frequent Ross Dress for Less.
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Fire science program at Fivay High School
The Pasco County School District, which has a B-plus rating on Niche overall and participates in school choice, oversees public schools in Bayonet Point. The district serves over 86,000 students across 110 schools. Fivay High School offers a dual enrollment program with Pasco-Hernando State College, as well as a fire science program that gives students hands-on training in fire service operations.
Fivay High School in Bayonet Point has 1,610 students in grades 9-12
Pasco Hernando State College offers dual enrollment with Fivay High School.
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Toll roads and state highways
Although drivers can take Highway 19 to reach the downtowns of Clearwater and St. Petersburg, heavy traffic prevents most riders from using it for long trips. According to Little, car-dependent residents have "really easy access to the Veteran's Expressway" by taking the Suncoast Parkway. "It's also easy to get over to Interstate 75," Little says. GoPasco, Pasco County’s public transportation, has several bus stops along Highway 19. Tampa International Airport is about 37 miles away. The nearest hospital is HCA Florida Bayonet Point, located a few miles north.
Things to consider
Homes adjacent to Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park are at risk of damage from high water due to the park's many creeks and bayous. The area has a humid subtropical climate, with average summer temperatures in the mid 80s. Recent crime statustics are not available, but the Pasco Sheriff’s Office was the first agency in Central Florida to adopt a full scale body camera initiative. The county has a comprehensive plan in place that will prioritize future park system enhancement, rural land protection, natural resource preservation, and more.
Shannon Coughlin offers more than 20 years’ experience in Economic Development and Real Estate. She currently serves as a Real Estate Agent and Property Manager for Namasté Realty and Davis-Clarke, Inc. She co-manages 150+ residential properties. Shannon holds many certifications. She is a Certified Community Real Estate Developer (CRED), Flood Plain Manager (CFM), Publix Pension Trustee (CPPT), Redevelopment Professional (CRP) and Public Manager (CPM), as well as a Licensed Real Estate salesperson. She gained many years of experience in planning, organizing, sales, lease agreements, contracts, right of ways, zoning, legal documents, flood zones, business retention and expansion, community development, economic development and much more as the Economic Development Manager for the City of Pinellas Park from 1996 to 2021. Shannon was named City of Pinellas Park Employee of the Year and Professional Services Employee of the year in 2019. She has served on the Board of Directors for local Non-Profits and has been a mentor for the Pinellas County School Board for over 20 years. She is highly recognized by her colleagues as an excellent agent and property manager and has been a great asset to the Namasté Realty/Davis-Clarke Team.
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