Taking back-up contract. This is a stunning West Indies style waterfront home in gated Islands on The Manatee River. This lot is located at the canals widest spot for deep water views and additional privacy. This property has location with easy water access to the Gulf of Mexico, Interstate 75, and all daily living needs. The Islands were created along the Manatee River with ground level for house above the flood zone. The separately gated Harbourside Lane only has 1 bridge with a 14 foot clearance to the newly created river access.  This luxury property has been custom designed and built by Arthur Rutenberg with an ultimate attention to details. From the minute you open the front door and look across the great room featuring soaring tongue and groove ceilings with beams, bountiful moldings, gas fireplace, and well-thought-out built-in designs onto the water you feel the quality invested in this home. Every detail of the kitchen is custom from it design, location, and high-end appliances. Dining overlooking the water is an intimate experience. The 4000 square feet of AC living space was maximized and extended to the outdoor living space through disappearing corner glass pocket sliding doors. Both are spaces equally essential to living in this Smart System property.  The full outside kitchen has a gas grill, sink, and full-size refrigerator.  The saltwater pool and spa with a sun ledge and water accents is alluring. Impact windows and doors, sprayed foam attic insulation, pool solar heat & saltwater system, and gas generator are some of the green featured items in this property. The master bedroom retreat features an owner's private den, steam shower, private garden with water fountain, wonderful walk-in closet built-ins, and cosmetic center with natural light. All this and still looking out to the beautiful pool and waterviews. This house was designed with family and grandkids as an integral part of the owner's world. The 2 kayak lifts and boat dock are essential to the Florida living experiences.  There is only one community bridge to the new Manatee River access. The river flows into Downtown Bradenton and onto the Gulf of Mexico. The River Wilderness communities has a membership optional Country Club with 18 hole golf course, but the Islands On The Manatee River is the jewel of this development. With 178 homesite, there are 23 remaining for sale.  This custom home shows new; and allows the new owner the ability to bypass the required build-out process. There are many more details to appreciate in this complete and amazing property. Room sizes are estimated. Agents please see the Realtor Only Remarks. Room Feature: Linen Closet In Bath (Bedroom 2). Room Feature: Linen Closet In Bath (Primary Bathroom).