About Hawksnest Neighborhood
Hawksnest sits at the corner of Westpointe Boulevard and Hawksnest Boulevard, just south of Lake Hiawassee on the western side of the community. The neighborhood was developed in the early 1990s and is fully built out — there is no new construction here, which gives Hawksnest the mature landscaping, gently rolling lots, and tree canopy that newer Orlando subdivisions take decades to grow into.
The homes range from roughly 1,800 to 3,400 square feet, with most floor plans offering three to five bedrooms and two to four bathrooms. Layouts lean toward open-plan kitchens that flow into family rooms, generous owner's suites, and light-filled upper loft areas. Because the neighborhood wraps the back nine of the MetroWest Golf Club, the majority of homesites enjoy golf or conservation views with no rear neighbors.
Day-to-day life here is built around two things buyers consistently mention: the quiet, established character of a small 91-home enclave, and the convenience of sitting near the western edge of MetroWest within a quarter-mile of grocery shopping and a mile of higher education. The water and green space around Lake Hiawassee at the neighborhood's northern edge reinforce the secluded, low-density feel.
📊 Quick Facts
🏡 What Makes Hawksnest Distinct
- Golf-wrapped, no-rear-neighbor lots: Most of the 91 homesites back onto the course or conservation rather than another house.
- Included lawn service: Routine lawn maintenance is handled at the community level, a draw for lock-and-leave and second-home owners.
- Mature, built-out enclave: 1989–1995 construction means established landscaping and a fixed, finite number of homes — no ongoing build-out traffic.
- Private pools: Many homes feature private pools with screened lanais.
↑ Back to Top | View Available Homes →
Hawksnest Location & Connections
Hawksnest is located on the west side of MetroWest, with its entrance at Westpointe Boulevard and Hawksnest Boulevard and the MetroWest Golf Club wrapping the neighborhood on three sides. Lake Hiawassee sits just to the north.
From the entrance it is a short hop east to Hiawassee Road, the community's main spine, and to Kirkman Road on MetroWest's eastern edge. Valencia College West Campus sits roughly a mile east, and the toll-road interchanges put downtown and the tourist corridor within easy reach.
🏘️ Adjacent Neighborhoods & Areas
- Adjacent neighborhood: Bermuda Dunes
- Surrounding amenity: the MetroWest Golf Club, which wraps the enclave
- Water feature (north): Lake Hiawassee
- Shopping (≈¼ mile south): MetroWest Village shopping center
- Bordering roads: Westpointe Boulevard and Hawksnest Boulevard at the entrance, with the Hiawassee Road corridor just east
Note: Of the items originally supplied as "bordering," only Bermuda Dunes is a separate MetroWest neighborhood; the others are amenities, water features, retail, or roads and are classified accordingly above.
🚗 Detailed Commute Times
Approximate drive times from Hawksnest:
- Downtown Orlando: ~15–18 minutes (~7 miles) via SR-408
- Universal Orlando: ~12 minutes (~5 miles) via Kirkman Road
- SeaWorld Orlando: ~15 minutes (~7 miles)
- Walt Disney World: ~20 minutes (~12 miles)
- I-4 (via Kirkman): ~7 minutes (~4 miles)
✈️ Airport Access
- Orlando International Airport (MCO): ~22 minutes (~14 miles)
- Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB): ~40 minutes (~33 miles)
↑ Back to Top | View Available Homes →
Hawksnest Amenities & Lifestyle
Life in Hawksnest is quiet and golf-adjacent without the cost or rules of a private club — the public MetroWest Golf Club simply forms the green backdrop to the neighborhood. Day-to-day errands, dining, and recreation all sit within a few minutes' drive along the surrounding MetroWest corridor.
🏊 Neighborhood Amenities
Amenities and features found within Hawksnest:
- Golf- and conservation-frontage homesites (most with no rear neighbors)
- Included community lawn service
- Private screened-lanai pools on many homes
- Mature, established landscaping throughout the enclave
🛍️ Shopping & Services
Everyday shopping is essentially next door: the Publix-anchored MetroWest Village sits about a quarter-mile south of the entrance, and the Mall at Millenia is a short drive east for luxury retail.
For comprehensive shopping information: View our MetroWest Shopping Guide →
🍽️ Restaurants
MetroWest's international dining corridor runs along Hiawassee Road, a short drive from the neighborhood, with Brazilian, Lebanese, and Mediterranean options alongside cafes and casual grills.
For comprehensive restaurant information: View our MetroWest Restaurants Guide →
🎭 Arts & Culture
MetroWest's public art and seasonal traditions anchor its cultural life, with the wider Orlando arts scene a quick toll-road drive away.
For comprehensive arts & culture information: View our MetroWest Arts & Culture Guide →
🏃 Health & Wellness
Walk-in and urgent care are available within the MetroWest corridor, with the nearest full-service emergency care a short drive south.
For comprehensive health & wellness information: View our MetroWest Health & Wellness Guide →
🌳 Parks & Recreation
The 183-acre Bill Frederick Park is MetroWest's effective backyard, while Lake Hiawassee sits at the neighborhood's northern edge.
For comprehensive parks & recreation information: View our MetroWest Parks & Recreation Guide →
⚽ Sports & Athletics
The Robert Trent Jones Sr.-designed MetroWest Golf Club is the headline recreation amenity, with tennis, gyms, and youth leagues across the wider community.
For comprehensive sports & athletics information: View our MetroWest Sports & Athletics Guide →
🎉 Fun Things to Do
Beyond the world-famous theme parks just minutes away, residents have date-night dining, seasonal community gatherings, and easy day trips to the I-Drive corridor.
For comprehensive events & activities information: View our MetroWest Events & Things To Do Guide →
🎓 Schools
Hawksnest is generally served by Orange County Public Schools (OCPS):
- Elementary: Westpointe Elementary (shared MetroWest/Westpointe campus)
- Middle: Chain of Lakes Middle School
- High: Olympia High School
Note: School assignments are subject to change and OCPS boundaries are actively reviewed. Always verify current per-address zoning with the school district before relying on it.
For comprehensive school information: View our MetroWest Schools Guide →
↑ Back to Top | View Available Homes →
How Hawksnest Compares
Hawksnest occupies a specific niche within MetroWest: an established, golf-wrapped single-family enclave at a time when much of the community's inventory is gated condominiums. The table below frames Hawksnest against the two alternatives most buyers weigh against it.
| Feature | Hawksnest | Newer MetroWest Condos | New Construction (Other Areas) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Type | Single-family | Condominium | Single-family / townhome |
| Year Built | 1989–1995 | 1995–2000s | Current |
| Typical Size | ~1,800–3,400 sq ft | ~700–1,300 sq ft | Varies |
| Golf / Conservation Frontage | Most lots | Limited | Rare |
| CDD Fee | No | No | Often Yes |
| Lawn Service Included | Yes | Yes | Typically No |
💡 Value Proposition: Hawksnest offers detached single-family living with golf-course frontage and included lawn maintenance in an established, no-CDD setting — a combination that newer condo stock and CDD-burdened new construction elsewhere rarely match at a comparable footprint.
↑ Back to Top | View Available Homes →
Hawksnest HOA & CDD Information
Hawksnest is governed by a homeowners association whose dues notably include routine lawn service — one reason the neighborhood appeals to lock-and-leave and second-home owners. As an established community built between 1989 and 1995, Hawksnest does not carry Community Development District (CDD) fees, which are typically associated with newer master-planned developments.
💰 HOA Fees & Management Contact
HOA fees and management company information often change. Please contact us and we will be happy to provide you with the current HOA fee, payment schedule, and direct contact information for the HOA management company. We can also check for you to see if there are any current or upcoming special assessments.
📋 What HOA Fees Typically Cover
- Routine lawn and turf maintenance
- Common-area landscaping
- Entrance and street-frontage upkeep
- Community management and administration
- Reserve funds for shared assets
Confirm the current scope of HOA dues with us before making an offer.
↑ Back to Top | View Available Homes →
