--- title: The Islands Blog | Florida Waterfront Homes | new home builders lakewood ranch description: new home builders lakewood ranch | 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 [![Windward-cropped](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/Images/Windward-cropped.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/move-in-ready-luxury-homes-for-sale-in-southwest-fl) ## [Move-In-Ready Luxury Homes for Sale in Southwest FL](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/move-in-ready-luxury-homes-for-sale-in-southwest-fl) November 29, 2018 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 ... [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/move-in-ready-luxury-homes-for-sale-in-southwest-fl) [![Cafeleurope.jpg](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/Cafeleurope.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/luxury-living-in-sarasota-fl) ## [Your Luxurious Lifestyle Awaits at The Islands](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/luxury-living-in-sarasota-fl) October 15, 2018 Sarasota, Florida happens to be not only a great vacation spot for the family, but also one that keeps us happy with its luxury lifestyle. It is home to many of the most exclusive communities and clubs in the U.S. For those who love to shop, you will find some of the best shops on Longboat Key and ... 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