--- title: The Islands Blog | Florida Waterfront Homes (9) 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. 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It’s been a respected name in Florida homebuilding since 1953, and each home the company builds reflect its dedication and experience, from its award-winning model homes to your home. [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/the-style-behind-arthur-rutenberg-homes) [![72226Novara1459B_greatroom2](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/72226Novara1459B_greatroom2.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/who-do-you-rank-as-sarasotas-top-homebuilders) ## [We've Selected only the best Custom Luxury Homebuilders in ...](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/who-do-you-rank-as-sarasotas-top-homebuilders) April 13, 2018 Selecting the right homebuilder that understands your wants and needs in a new home is one of the most important decisions during the home buying process. Fortunately, The Islands on the Manatee River has some of the best builders around. [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/who-do-you-rank-as-sarasotas-top-homebuilders) [![The-Islands-Windward-8771-web.jpg](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/The-Islands-Windward-8771-web.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/top-trends-in-new-home-construction) ## [Top Trends in New Home Construction](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/top-trends-in-new-home-construction) March 28, 2018 If you’re like many people who are looking to build a new home or renovate an existing one, you’re probably hoping to strike the perfect balance between timeless design and the hottest trends that are currently in fashion. [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/top-trends-in-new-home-construction) [![](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/ArthurRutenberg61215.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/waterfront-custom-home-builder-sarasota-arthur-rutenberg) ## [Waterfront Custom Home Builder Sarasota: Arthur Rutenberg](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/waterfront-custom-home-builder-sarasota-arthur-rutenberg) March 23, 2018 If you're looking for a custom home builder to design your dream waterfront home in Sarasota, Fl, check out Arthur Rutenberg Homes. [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/waterfront-custom-home-builder-sarasota-arthur-rutenberg) [![Novarra_dini_small.jpg](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/Novarra_dini_small.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/waterfront-homes-by-arthur-rutenberg-near-lakewood-ranch-fl) ## [Waterfront Homes by Arthur Rutenberg Near Lakewood Ranch, FL](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/waterfront-homes-by-arthur-rutenberg-near-lakewood-ranch-fl) February 9, 2018 [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/waterfront-homes-by-arthur-rutenberg-near-lakewood-ranch-fl) [![](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/boating51215.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/year-round-florida-activities-to-enjoy) ## [Year Round Florida Activities to Enjoy](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/year-round-florida-activities-to-enjoy) January 29, 2018 There is nothing quite like Florida living. While friends in other states are shivering in their homes during the winter months, you may find yourself floating down a river or lounging on a powdery sand beach near the crystal blue, warm water. [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/year-round-florida-activities-to-enjoy) [![Corindi-for-webiste_0.jpg](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/Corindi-for-webiste_0.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/waterfront-properties-by-john-cannon-near-lakewood-ranch-fl) ## [Waterfront Properties by John Cannon near Lakewood Ranch, FL](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/waterfront-properties-by-john-cannon-near-lakewood-ranch-fl) January 19, 2018 Hard work and determination is what has enabled John Cannon Homes to build over 1,380 elegant custom properties. John Cannon Homes has also become the area's leading custom home builder of luxury waterfront properties, having built more than 372. Today, John Cannon Homes can be found in over 100 of ... [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/waterfront-properties-by-john-cannon-near-lakewood-ranch-fl) [![](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/WinteringinFL.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/5-winter-activities-you-can-only-experience-on-the-suncoast) ## [5 Winter Activities You Can Only Experience on the Suncoast](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/5-winter-activities-you-can-only-experience-on-the-suncoast) November 28, 2017 While many parts of the country head inside during the cold winter months, residents of the Sarasota/Bradenton area in Florida are blessed with warm weather year round. If you’re lucky enough to be spending your winter on the Suncoast, here are five not to miss winter activities: [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/5-winter-activities-you-can-only-experience-on-the-suncoast) [![](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/FortHammerBridge.png)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/fort-hamer-bridge-is-scheduled-to-open-october-18th) ## [Fort Hamer Bridge is scheduled to open October 18th](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/fort-hamer-bridge-is-scheduled-to-open-october-18th) October 11, 2017 The long-anticipated Fort Hamer Bridge on the Manatee River is now scheduled to open Oct. 18. The bridge will link Fort Hamer Road on the north shore and Upper Manatee River Road on the south shore, providing a north-south route spanning the Manatee River that will be an alternative to Interstate ... 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