--- title: The Islands Blog | Florida Waterfront Homes description: Learn more about the active community of Islands Development Group on the Manatee River by reading our blog for current news about the Florida Gulf Coast region. --- [![Logo](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo.png?width=450&name=Logo.png "Logo")](https://www.theislandsrealty.com) [![Logo](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo.png?width=300&name=Logo.png "Logo")](https://www.theislandsrealty.com) - [HOME](https://www.theislandsrealty.com) - [LOCATION](https://www.theislandsrealty.com/location) - [LIFESTYLE](https://www.theislandsrealty.com/lifestyle) - [COMMUNITY](https://www.theislandsrealty.com/community) - [RESIDENCES](https://www.theislandsrealty.com/residences) - NEWS/EVENTS - [OUR BLOG](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com) - [PHOTO GALERY & VIDEOS](https://www.theislandsrealty.com/media-gallery) - [CONTACT US](https://www.theislandsrealty.com/contact-us) ![banner-blog](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hs-fs/hubfs/banner-blog.png?width=1920&height=595&name=banner-blog.png "banner-blog") # OUR BLOG [![](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/DSC_6898-1.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/our-new-neighborhood-rio-vista-estates) ## [Rio Vista Estates - over 75% SOLD OUT](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/our-new-neighborhood-rio-vista-estates) May 24, 2023 We are so excited to that our newest luxury island neighborhood within The Islands on the Manatee River community is currently 75% SOLD OUT. Rio Vista Estates is the place where modern luxury and sophistication meet classic Old World charm and beauty. With 100-year-old brick streets greeting ... [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/our-new-neighborhood-rio-vista-estates) [![](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/TheIslands-Boat-ManateeRiver.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/boating-news-february-2021) ## [Boating News | JUNE 2023](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/boating-news-february-2021) May 24, 2023 Among the many desirable features of The Islands on the Manatee River is the community's immediate access to water. Private backyard boat docks provide the ultimate boating lifestyle, including sport fishing in the Gulf and fly-fishing in the Manatee. [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/boating-news-february-2021) [![Tropical Christmas tree in front of blue sky and palm trees](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/The-Islands-Local-Holiday-Guide-2020-v3.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/all-youll-want-for-christmas-15-local-holiday-events-for-2020) ## [All You’ll Want For Christmas: 15 Local Holiday Events for 2020](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/all-youll-want-for-christmas-15-local-holiday-events-for-2020) December 18, 2020 Whether you’re new to the area or have been a long-time resident of the Manatee and Sarasota communities, by now you’ve discovered the natural beauty that surrounds our little slice of paradise. At The Islands on the Manatee River, we offer residents the ultimate boating lifestyle in a private, ... [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/all-youll-want-for-christmas-15-local-holiday-events-for-2020) [![](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/4.png)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/how-to-create-a-more-luxurious-outdoor-florida-living-space) ## [How To Create A More Luxurious Outdoor Florida Living Space](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/how-to-create-a-more-luxurious-outdoor-florida-living-space) November 15, 2020 One of the greatest benefits of being a Florida resident is having the ability to spend far more time outside than our neighboring states to the north. If you have lived up north in the past, you are determined to be able to spend as much time enjoying the delightful Florida weather as much as ... [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/how-to-create-a-more-luxurious-outdoor-florida-living-space) [![](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/3.png)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/5-health-benefits-of-living-in-a-lakewood-ranch-gated-community) ## [5 Health Benefits Of Living In A Lakewood Ranch Gated Community](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/5-health-benefits-of-living-in-a-lakewood-ranch-gated-community) November 1, 2020 There are many reasons why people flock to the gated communities of Florida. Not only do they provide a more luxurious and decadent lifestyle, but often they are centered around people with shared interests or common ground. Furthermore, their structure which is provided through homeowners ... [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/5-health-benefits-of-living-in-a-lakewood-ranch-gated-community) [![](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/2.png)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/spooktacular-ways-to-enjoy-halloween-around-lakewood-ranch-sarasota) ## [Spooktacular Ways To Enjoy Halloween Around Lakewood Ranch & ...](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/spooktacular-ways-to-enjoy-halloween-around-lakewood-ranch-sarasota) October 15, 2020 Halloween season is in full swing! If you are lucky enough to live in the Lakewood Ranch area, there are endless ways to make the most of the fall and Halloween season. Whether you are single, retired, or raising a family there are plenty of events in the area to choose from to add a little sugar ... [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/spooktacular-ways-to-enjoy-halloween-around-lakewood-ranch-sarasota) [![](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/1-3.png)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/7-reasons-to-move-before-season-starts) ## [7 Reasons To Move Before Season Starts](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/7-reasons-to-move-before-season-starts) October 1, 2020 One of the most common questions that anyone has when they are considering buying a new home is about timing. Everyone wants to get a good deal and considers which time of year makes the most sense to make a move. [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/7-reasons-to-move-before-season-starts) [![72229Novara1459B_mastersuite](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/72229Novara1459B_mastersuite.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/staging-tips) ## [Staging Tips To Help Sell Your Home Fast](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/staging-tips) September 15, 2020 If you are planning to put your house on the market in the near future, we are sure that the goal is to sell your home as quickly as possible and get your full asking price. Use these tips below in order to set the stage for success for selling your home fast. Clear the Clutter - The most important ... 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