--- title: Final Phase Now Open - Rio Vista Estates description: Part of The Islands development, this gated community contains 65 waterfront homesites that are just under a half-acre in size. image: https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/RH_Gate_VerC_SRGB.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/RH_Gate_VerC_SRGB.jpg?width=1920&name=RH_Gate_VerC_SRGB.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) # Final Phase Now Open - Rio Vista Estates July 3, 2019 by [Islands](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/author/islands) 0 Comments - - - - ![RH_Gate_VerC_SRGB](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RH_Gate_VerC_SRGB.jpg?width=650&name=RH_Gate_VerC_SRGB.jpg)Live the life you have always dreamed along Florida’s immaculate Sun Coast at The Islands on the Manatee River. Now into our final phase we have just released Rio Vista Estates are most prestigious neighborhood in The Islands. Rio Vista Estates features 65 homesites, all waterfront. This unique neighborhood combines nature’s beauty with homes of architectural distinction. As you pass through a private passive gated entry, tumbled clay brick streets great you as you wind your way to Channelside Lagoon. The largest estate sized homesites are located directly on the Manatee River with easy access to the Gulf of Mexico and beyond. Estate homesites on the Central Harbor have direct access to the Manatee River and are all pre-approved for boat docks. Three new models, directly on the Manatee River, are being constructed by the area’s most sought after custom home builders. These skilled professionals can build your dream home, custom-suited for your Rio Vista homesite. The Islands is a special community located directly on the Manatee River. Welcoming bridges and entry gates greet residents and guests as they move throughout this picturesque neighborhood. The streets are lined with century old historic antique bricks, handmade copper lighting and tropical landscaping reflecting the distinct Florida environment. Marina parks provide additional boat docks and create another destination for residents to enjoy the natural surroundings.  Adding to the appeal of Rio Vista Estates is the architectural flair of the Caribbean. Each of our three preferred builders offer homes in varying shades of white, with metal and barrel tile roofs, tropical landscaping and distinguishing architectural details. All homes carry a Spanish Colonial and traditional or modern West Indies design.  ![boat-cropped-1](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hs-fs/hubfs/boat-cropped-1.jpg?width=300&name=boat-cropped-1.jpg)You can enjoy an active lifestyle surrounded by numerous opportunities for fishing, boating, water sports, and golf. Take advantage of the fitness and tennis complex to keep you in great shape for all the other recreational activities you’ll enjoy taking part in. Whether you live here seasonally or make it your full-time residence, you’ll feel as though you are on vacation every single day. While the peaceful seclusion of Rio Vista Estates is something you’ll enjoy, you will never feel isolated or secluded. You are located close to neighboring cities such as Lakewood Ranch and Sarasota, where you'll find shopping, restaurants, and plenty more activities. There are plenty of outdoor activities to partake in even in your own backyard. The homes here are designed to enhance their beautiful surroundings and make living here seem tranquil and peaceful. Homes are mostly Spanish Colonial or British West Indies in design. These residences are also accented with lush tropical landscaping that only serves to enhance their exceptional beauty. 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