Live where others vacation in this boater’s paradise located in the vibrant, dog-friendly, and young-at-heart gated community of Tidewater Preserve. This 4-bed, 2.5-bath home includes your own private dock with a 10,000 lb lift, power, water, and dock path lights for evening fun under stunning sunsets. With direct access to the Manatee River, you're just minutes from Tampa Bay, sandbars, islands, and over 7 waterfront restaurants—perfect for dock-and-dine adventures. Inside, enjoy breathtaking water views from the kitchen, great room, and owner’s suite. The open-concept layout is ideal for entertaining, featuring a dream kitchen with quartz countertops, a gas cooktop, stainless steel appliances, soft-close wood cabinets, and an oversized farmhouse sink. Designer touches like crown molding, custom wood plantation shutters, shiplap, wainscoting, built-ins, and dimmable lighting add warmth and style throughout. This home is storm-ready with PGT impact glass, blackout Hunter Douglas remote