A RARE & UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A 2.63 ACRE ESTATE ON MANATEE RIVER! Discover your paradise with this stunning Arthur Rutenberg estate model home that sits on a double lot in the beautiful Winding River Community. Privacy abounds with lush tropical landscaping that borders the property from the view of neighbors. This expansive home offers over 5, 000 sq ft of indoor living space that includes 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, a large office, and upstairs theater room. You will be delighted as you enter through the beautiful arched front door and are greeted with soaring ceilings, wooden accent beams, and the rich, warm tones of the flooring. The kitchen is fit for the chef of the family and equipped with stainless steel appliances, a passthrough bar, three sinks and a walk-in pantry. The perfect home for hosting with double island seating that transitions seamlessly into the family and living areas of the home. Crown molding, tray ceilings and custom wood built-ins can be found in numerous rooms. The large owner’s suite will have you feeling like a king or queen with private lanai access, spacious walk-in-closets, dual vanities, a soaking tub, and walk-in shower. The split bedroom floor plan offers family members and guests alike both privacy and comfort. Invite everyone upstairs for a movie or game night and enjoy your favorite beverage or snack as you overlook the Manatee River from the upstairs balcony. From the main level the opportunity to transition to indoor and outdoor living comes with ease. With multiple covered seating areas, an outdoor fireplace, fully built-in kitchen, and beautiful paneled ceilings you won’t ever want to leave. The coveted Florida lifestyle is at your fingertips with an incredible pool and spa designed with beautiful cascading stone boulders that make you instantly feel like you’re at a resort. Just steps away is your very own tennis court, basketball hoop, playground, fire pit, dock, and 7, 000 lb. boat lift. A true oasis with stunning curb appeal, beautiful landscape lighting, an upgraded/app-controlled irrigation system, and a variety of fruit trees that include lemon, lime, loquat, grapefruit, kumquat, mulberry, banana, and mango. Upgrades include but are not limited to: Whole house audio system with amplifier, room stations, and Bluetooth capabilities. Security system with InterLogix 2-way talking touchscreens, high speed ethernet cables, newer pool heat pump, speed pump, and spa pump all app controlled with Pentair. 2 of the 3 HVAC units were replaced in 2021 to a high efficiency Carrier 18 seer and 2021 Rheem hot water heater. Winding River is a maintenance free community with only 62 homesites offering a sense of country living yet still located minutes from I-75, restaurants, shopping centers, golf courses, beautiful parks, and the area’s top-rated schools. TONS OF POTENTIAL WITH THIS LOT HAVING THE ABILITY TO BE SPLIT AND SOLD FOR ADDED INCOME OR TO BUILD A NEW CUSTOM WATERFRONT HOME. Call for more details or to schedule a private showing!