3812 Riverview Blvd., Bradenton, FL 34205

A rare opportunity for boating enthusiasts to own this updated home on historic McLewis Bayou, one of the most natural and protected coves off the Manatee River with no bridges and with direct access to the Intracoastal and the Gulf of Mexico. The boat slip can accommodate a 60' vessel and the 30' dock has two davits. Remodeled in 2008, this home is perfect for entertaining with flowing plan, family room with wood burning fireplace, kitchen with center island, game room, two wet bars, two aquariums, surround sound and inviting lanai. The eat-in kitchen has cherry cabinets with granite counters, a 350 bottle wine refrigerator and a bay window overlooking a private patio. There is a large welcoming foyer, powder bath, formal living and dining rooms, and an office with French doors. Wood and marble flooring, window seats and cherry cabinets built-ins are throughout. Three en-suite bedrooms include a fabulous master suite that is perched above the bayou with water views, has windows on three walls, and has roomy shower and dressing area. The tropical setting has a royal palms and terraced seating areas with low maintenance xeriscaped yard. Watch the manatees play in the bayou.