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Building a custom home can be very exciting as you can add all your unique tastes and ideas to your home. It also can take some time to complete and you may need to move quickly. This is where a luxury model home would be perfect to suit your needs. The Islands on the Manatee River features 3 ...

When you live in the gated waterfront community of The Islands on the Manatee River in tropical Florida, you're surrounded by beautiful scenery and treated to spectacular waterfront views daily. Enhancing your views with creative landscaping ideas and implementation not only benefits the personal ...

You’ve chosen the location and the neighborhood in which to build your new luxury home, now it’s time to decide the type of home you would like for you and your family. Before you look at any of the floor plans offered by our preferred custom home builders, consider some of the specifics you need ...

One of the biggest benefits to living in Florida is the beautiful weather we experience year-round. Warm winters and hot summers mean you can take advantage of Florida's outdoor living spaces with family and friends year round.So, it’s no surprise that most wish to take advantage of the weather as ...

You found the perfect location for your new custom home, at The Islands on the Manatee River, now you need to find the perfect builder. There are many custom home builders here in Southwest Florida, and The Islands on the Manatee River has hand selected 3 of the top custom builders in the area, ...

Before you purchase a new home, you will want to shop various builders, as each builder has a signature style specific to that company. There are some renowned new home builders in Sarasota that are making a big splash near the waterfront.

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.