No lift, no lock to go over, direct access from the saltwater canal out to the gulf. Tropical serenity is the setting for this well maintained, masterfully designed waterfront home, resort style solar and gas heated saltwater pool/spa, brick paver lanai featuring stone accents, cooping, caribbean blue pebble tec abalone shell, sun shelf for lounging pool side, outdoor shower with hot/cold water and sitting area. 4 bedrooms, 3. 5 bathrooms, wood and tile flooring, no carpet, recently updated all bathrooms, newer roof, expanded living space with an addition large bonus/media room with surround sound, is open and functional for casual coastal living. The expansive use of sliding glass doors bringing the outdoors in exudes luxury offering exceptional living spaces for ease and comfort to accommodate a boating lifestyle in the sought after premier boating community at the inlets in riverdale. The exceptional waterfront home nestled along the bank of the manatee river with direct access can accommodate a large vessel, fish off the 28ft dock with wear deck composite, water, electric, jet ski, canoe or kayak, embodies the allure of the turquoise water for creating timeless memories. The kitchen, with granite counters, updated hardware and cabinets, 2 dishwashers, is filled with natural light from the cafe area and adjacent family room, dining room with pocket corner sliding glass doors with views out to a covered screened in lanai, allow seamless progression from indoors to the tropical outdoor environment. The primary suite, is modern, updated and designed to pamper, mirrored dressing area/closet, ensuite bathroom with walk in shower, built in tile bench, free standing garden soaking tub, granite counters, dual vanities, shiplap wall accent, designer tile backsplash, modern lighting, under cabinet lighting, luxury flooring, new cabinets and hardware, provide a peaceful retreat. Currently the 4th bedroom being used as work from home office, could be a 2nd primary suite, with updated ensuite bathroom, granite counters, walk in shower would be great for a teen or live in parent. The additional 2 bedrooms at the front of the home share an updated bathroom with private access to the portico. Cruise the gulf of mexico & intercoastal waterway, anna maria island, 13 miles to tampa bay, explore many casual waterfront dining venues catering to all types of pallets, small islands, world famous fishing, and pristine sandy beaches. *** the inlets are known for the key west style homes, friendly with social, golf, boating/cruise clubs, porticos, gas lit light post winding throughout the community. Community features include private boat dock, kayak, canoe launch, fishing pier, tennis/pickleball court, nature walking/jogging trails, playground, beach lagoon fun for the entire family. Convenient access to i 75, st. Pete, tampa, historical district of bradenton, premier shopping the culture characters of sarasota, st. Armands circle, pristine sandy beaches, fine dining, top schools, lakewood ranch, waterside, utc mall, benderson park, lido key, siesta key, airports, medical facilities. Enjoy the nautical lifestyle of your dreams with a vibrant landscape on the suncoast and sail away!