Spectacular waterfront forever views in this highly sought-after historic neighborhood nestled along the Manatee River. Bring your boat and toys because this dock is over 95’ long with an extended width boat lift, a second boat slip, a kayak and paddle board launch, electric and water. This gem is minutes from the Intracoastal and the Gulf of Mexico by boat, with fuel marinas and restaurants along the way. Current owner is selling the house AS-IS with an open floor plan offering three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and 2,862 sq ft of living space to renovate and make the home your own. You will love the full row of panoramic windows along the back of the home to watch the dolphins, manatees, birds, wildlife, and fish from inside and out. Custom decking along the full waterfront to enjoy spectacular sunsets as the sky lights up each night with magical colors over Downtown Bradenton. Sunsets will be the best part of your day enjoyed directly from your outside entertaining area. Walks and biking along the Manatee River are right out your front door, and you will be a popular destination for Fourth of July fireworks. Boat life and water adventures are right out your back door. Kitchen opens to a large dining room and overlooks an over 25’ long great room with stunning water views. Master suite opens to an additional sitting area, with access to the back deck and hot tub. Wake up each morning looking at the blue sparkling water. Split bedroom floor plan ideal for privacy. Rare terrazzo floors almost entirely throughout the home, one of the most expensive and versatile flooring options available today that you will enjoy for years to come. Oversized two car garage with large walk-in storage closet. $50,000 roof mounted photovoltaic solar system added to the home in 2015 for clean renewable energy. New HVAC in 2016. Imagine all of this with NO HOA and NO DEED RESTRICTIONS, premier water views, and situated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac! Property is fenced and surrounded by tropical landscape, making it your own private paradise. Your days will be spent biking along the river, boating to waterfront restaurants, fishing, spending the day with friends on the barrier islands including Egmont and Passage Key, and boating the Gulf of Mexico. Keep your kayak and paddle boards ready to go – spoonbills, heron, storks, pelicans, osprey and more will be paddling with you. Easy access to Bradenton’s thriving downtown, including the Riverwalk, restaurants, bars, popular farmers market, and minutes to Anna Maria and Longboat Key beaches. This home is a jewel, waiting for a new owner to cherish the ideal Florida lifestyle. This is a rare opportunity to own a direct open water home that is a slice of paradise!