--- title: Home Builders Near Lakewood Ranch | The Islands Dev Group description: Take a look at the renowned new home builders in the Lakewood Ranch area that are making a big splash in the waterfront community. image: https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/theislands10815.jpg --- [![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/theislands10815.jpg?width=1920&name=theislands10815.jpg "banner-blog") - [The Islands on the Manatee River (58)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/topic/the-islands-on-the-manatee-river) - [boating and golf community (32)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/topic/boating-and-golf-community) - [Waterfront community Sarasota Florida (29)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/topic/waterfront-community-sarasota-florida) - [new waterfront homes florida (25)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/topic/new-waterfront-homes-florida) - [things to do in sarasota (25)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/topic/things-to-do-in-sarasota) # New Home Builders Near Lakewood Ranch, Florida November 17, 2016 by [Roy Premer](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/author/roy-premer) 0 Comments - - - - ![theislands10815.jpg](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hs-fs/hubfs/theislands10815.jpg?width=379&name=theislands10815.jpg)Our privately gated new home community on the serene waters of the Manatee River features estate-sized homesites with breathtaking views of picturesque nature preserves and harbors. The Islands on Manatee River is an ideal place for birding, fishing, kayaking, boating and much more. The community includes a unique list of amenities from private docks, tennis courts & golf courses for recreational activities, to a spectacular waterfront Island Lodge. Located just minutes away from world-renowned beaches and luxury shopping and dining on the Southwest Coast of Florida The Islands is a prime getaway, as well as an oasis for luxury Florida living. At The Islands on the Manatee River we have stunning waterfront custom built homes designed by three of the area’s most renowned builders. ***Related Blog: [Top 5 Golf Courses in the Sarasota and Bradenton Area](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/top-5-golf-courses-in-the-sarasota-and-bradenton-area)*** ### ![ArthurRutenberg61215.jpg](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ArthurRutenberg61215.jpg?width=1004&height=343&name=ArthurRutenberg61215.jpg) ### Arthur Rutenberg Homes Arthur Rutenberg has been an esteemed name in homebuilding since 1953. Since Bob Wilson joined Arthur Rutenberg Homes in 1984 he has brought exquisite building options to upscale communities in the Sarasota and Bradenton area. Several years into his career with Arthur Rutenberg Homes, Bob Wilson was running the company. And three years after that, he was honored as the Arthur Rutenberg Homes Builder of the Year. [Arthur Rutenberg’s award-winning homes](https://www.theislandsrealty.com/builders/nelson-homes) feature over 85 customizable designs that include spacious great room ceilings and seamless transitions from indoor to outdoor spaces, created to take full advantage of the soothing Florida coastal breezes and idyllic tropical views.  ### **![cannon-homes-top-slider.jpg](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hs-fs/hubfs/cannon-homes-top-slider.jpg?width=1004&height=307&name=cannon-homes-top-slider.jpg)** ### **John Cannon Homes** This husband and wife team sold their first home in 1990. since then, they have seen tremendous success while firmly establishing themselves as luxury waterfront home builders. Over the past 30 years John Cannon Homes has built a reputation of excellence and quality craftsmanship. Their vast experience in building luxury waterfront homes has led to over 372 impressive and elegant properties in the Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch and Bradenton areas. The [stylishly blended feel](http://liveattheislands.com/john-cannon-homes/) of the rich wood floors combined with the natural textures and soothing color palettes are what make John Cannon Homes so memorable. John Cannon’s commitment to providing excellent customer service and experience has set the standard for luxury custom built homes in Southwest Florida. ### **![JavicHomes.jpg](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hs-fs/hubfs/emails/JavicHomes.jpg?width=1004&height=343&name=JavicHomes.jpg)** ### **Javic Homes** Since 2001 Javic Homes has been designing unique and exclusive dream homes. Javic Homes is an honored member of the [*Southern Living* Custom Builder Program](http://www.southernlivingcustombuilder.com/members/find/370), which is an exclusive list of 100 of the South’s most reputable builders. Passion is truly what sets Javic Homes apart when looking for innovative design to build your custom luxury property. 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