1523 1st Ave., Bradenton, FL 34205

With a century of Bradenton's history captured in the walls of this historic home on the edge of downtown in Point Pleasant, the romance is undeniable. Circa 1920, this home is a fine representation of the post-Victorian style known as American Foursquare, which highlights the craftsmanship of artisans from days gone by, with leaded glass windows, classic heart pine hardwood floors throughout, built-ins, classic vintage bathrooms, three raised-hearth Chicago brick fireplaces and a spacious wraparound front porch in a beautiful setting close to the river's edge, where the air smells sweeter, the sun feels softer and your troubles from the day will fade away. This sought-after neighborhood is adorned with other historic homes, granddaddy oaks and friendly neighbors who are often seen strolling the sidewalks in the area or to the nearby Riverwalk Park. Step out your front door directly into the lively downtown cultural center where you can walk or bike to the farmers market, theater, library and a variety of restaurants and pubs. Minutes to the sandy Gulf beaches of Anna Maria Island and easy access to St. Petersburg, Tampa and Sarasota airports. Convenient to Major League Baseball Tampa Bay Rays, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers NFL championship football and day trips to several world-renowned theme parks. The home can easily be converted into a lovely bed and breakfast residence. This is all the best that the Florida lifestyle has to offer!