ONLY ONE ASTUTE AND LUCKY BUYER WILL SNAG THIS WELL-MAINTAINED GEM! Start your Florida life with ease and convenience as this house comes furnished (or not!) It is conveniently located just inside the gates of the very sought after golf & country club community of River Wilderness. Imagine having direct access to the Manatee River that leads to the world's top beaches - SIESTA KEY, ANNA MARIA, HOLMES BEACH AND MORE!!! With LOW HOA FEES AND NO CDD, this neighborhood is a hidden gem that will end your home search with one look. While you may buy a home first for the neighborhood and location, this home has it all! A spectacular view greets your visitors upon entering the front door and soaring ceilings enhance the grandness of the home. Three banks of sliders (from primary bedroom, living room and family room) lead out to the spacious lanai and double the entertaining space. The kitchen is well equipped with new stainless-steel appliances and granite countertops. The left wing of the house contains the primary bedroom suite with two closets, one a large walk-in closet and the other a generous built-in closet. The primary bathroom is large with dual sinks, a walk-in shower and a garden tub. Waking up to the panoramic view in this room is just one of the great pleasures of this home. There is a separate den/office that could provide a flex space for a fourth bedroom, game or tv room. This popular split floor plan is separated by a pocket door closing off the right wing of the house to provide privacy for you and your guests. There are two bedrooms in this wing, one with an ensuite bathroom that also serves the pool. There is an updated full bathroom between the two bedrooms. Special features include a THREE-CAR GARAGE, NEW ROOF (2019), NEW APPLIANCES (refrigerator, microwave, oven, water heater -2024, dishwasher – 2025), a recently renovated pool and new pool pump. THE POND SETTING AND PRESERVE VIEW set the perfect back drop for a serene and spacious area to entertain, relax after a hard day or retreat for the perfect weekend! The Club offers golf, pickle ball, tennis, fitness center, an Olympic-size swimming pool and more. CLUB MEMBERSHIP IS OPTIONAL. The golf and country club has recently been refreshed and can be enjoyed by the community. Boat and RV storage is available in the community. For nature lovers, there are hiking trails and abundant wildlife. There are two 24-hour manned gates. A COMMUNITY BOAT RAMP provides direct access to the Manatee River and is a HOA amenity that is open to the entire community. River Wilderness is PERFECTLY LOCATED! Strategically positioned between St. Pete and Sarasota, access to 2 airports (45 min.) several hospitals is available to the north and south. The newly constructed Ft Hammer Park located on the beautiful Manatee River is just minutes south of the front gate and features a boat ramp, fishing pier plus a picnic pavilion. The new Fort Hammer Bridge also provides a convenient back route into Lakewood Ranch and Sarasota where fine dining and shopping are within easy reach. No trucks in the driveway overnight. STAGIND ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM THE FURNISHINGS.