Under contract-accepting backup offers. Discover upscale waterfront living on the banks of the Manatee River in the sought after boating community of The Inlets. This immaculate 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, home with direct saltwater access to the river has been upgraded and meticulously maintained to the highest standards. Standout upgrades and systems include Roof Replacement 2017, tankless gas water heater, High-Seer energy-efficient HVAC installed in 2022, and hurricane-impact window and doors throughout helping you with insurance costs. All main area tile is set on a diagonal and recently cleaned and sealed. Home also has vaulted 10-foot ceilings, crown moldings, plantation shutters, and thoughtful finishes elevating every room. The flexible floor plan flows from the kitchen into the family room with a pool bath that can be converted to full bath, plus separate formal living and dining areas ideal for daily life or entertaining. The backyard is the star attraction with a private saltwater pool with two-zoned heating, including solar panels plus heat pump and a covered lanai with automatic remote-controlled awning with lighting. Perfect for the sun or rain. For Boaters and anglers, the dock is truly exceptional being 70 X 10 dock with a cover with new security straps upgraded and replaced 2026,20,000 lb boat lift with water, electric hookups, and lights . There is also a 1,500 lb swing lift perfect for a smaller second boat or jet ski. Just minutes to the Manatee River and roughly 6 miles to Tampa Bay. Launch your boat for fishing, crabbing, cruising, or river front dinning all just minutes away. Finally, this home has a spacious 3 car garage great for storing all your boating gear and fishing poles. The Inlets is known for being boater-friendly with amenities such as a waterfront park, playground, nature walks, jogging trails and many social activities. The community highlights low HOA fees and NO CDD, a rare find in the Sarasota/Bradenton market. Enjoy an easy commute to SRQ/TPA airports, plus nearby shopping including the newly opened Costco anchored shopping center with Target and many more stores. The home is also just minutes from Gulf beaches and the Downtown Riverwalk. This is a rare opportunity to own a saltwater retreat with premium upgrades and all you need to meet your boating lifestyle. Come see this amazing home today!