--- title: The Islands Blog | Florida Waterfront Homes | waterfront sarasota builders description: waterfront sarasota builders | 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 [![RH_Gate_VerC_SRGB](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/RH_Gate_VerC_SRGB.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/rio-vista-estates) ## [Final Phase Now Open - Rio Vista Estates](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/rio-vista-estates) July 3, 2019 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 ... [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/rio-vista-estates) [![Boating in Florida](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/boating7215.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/10-things-that-make-sarasota-the-perfect-place-for-your-second-home) ## [10 Things That Make Sarasota the Perfect Place for Your Second ...](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/10-things-that-make-sarasota-the-perfect-place-for-your-second-home) December 7, 2018 If you’re looking for a new place to call home or a second residence for the winter months, Sarasota, Florida is an ideal location combining year-round gorgeous weather, beautiful beaches, world-class cuisine, and cultural opportunities. With so much to do, even if you intend to purchase a second ... 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[SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/luxury-amenities-enhancing-a-luxurious-lifestyle-at-the-islands-on-the-manatee-river) [![Corindi-sky-web](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/Corindi-sky-web.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/the-beauty-of-a-john-cannon-home) ## [The Beauty of a John Cannon Home](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/the-beauty-of-a-john-cannon-home) September 14, 2018 Enjoy a luxurious lifestyle within close proximity to southwest Florida beaches and the cities of Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota at The Islands, a premier new home community on the Manatee River. The Islands features several award-winning builders, including John Cannon Homes, which is ... [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/the-beauty-of-a-john-cannon-home) [![Novarra_dini_small.jpg](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/Novarra_dini_small.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/thenovara-0) ## [The Beauty of an Arthur Rutenberg Home](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/thenovara-0) September 7, 2018 The Novara at The Islands on the Manatee River in Harbourside, features a 47’ wide Great Room/Casual Dining/Kitchen which is perfect for entertaining or just relaxing with your family in this luxurious custom home. The island kitchen, casual dining and great room open onto a huge lanai with a wall ... [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/thenovara-0) [![](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/Windward%20Rive%20Isle-cropped.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/the-beauty-of-a-lee-wetherington-home) ## [The Beauty of a Lee Wetherington Home](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/the-beauty-of-a-lee-wetherington-home) August 31, 2018 [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/the-beauty-of-a-lee-wetherington-home) [![choosing-a-builder.jpg](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/choosing-a-builder.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/custom-home-builder) ## [Choosing the Right Custom Luxury Builder for Your New Waterfront ...](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/custom-home-builder) August 3, 2018 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, ... [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/custom-home-builder) [![](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. 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