Home buyers looking for the most exciting and promising housing market in Southwest Florida should make it a point to visit Parrish in Manatee County, home of The Islands on the Manatee River. This upscale development is bringing together some of the finest home builders in the area to create a neighborhood that will combine the Old Florida charm of Parrish with a championship golf course, racquet club, canoe and kayak launch, boat ramp and docks, nature preserve, fitness center, country club, high quality of life and more.

The Islands on the Manatee River Vision

The Islands on the Manatee River is an island community located right off the banks of the Manatee River. The vision of this unique neighborhood is to take advantage of the natural beauty of Parrish to create the most attractive residential community in the Sunshine State. The 500-acre island is home to pristine forests, small lakes, lagoons, and river harbors; this singular geography will ensure that just about every single-family residence will have a waterfront view as well as direct access to dock space or to a nature area.

The River Wilderness Golf & Country Club consists of 18 holes of challenging play that can be configured to 7,000 yards from the expert tees. This course is proudly listed with the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary System.

The Islands on the Manatee River offers more than just golf. This is an opportunity to live in a neighborhood where residents can enjoy life to the very fullest thanks to elaborate amenities in harmony with nature. Boating, fishing, golf, tennis, swimming, fitness, hiking, and social events are all possible without leaving the island.

The community is served by the fine Annie Lucy Williams Elementary, Buffalo Creek Middle and Palmetto High of the Manatee County Public Schools District for school aged children.

The Islands on the Manatee River Builders

Choosing the builder in charge of designing a luxury estate in one of the most desirable properties in Florida may not be an easy task, but it is something that The Islands of River Wilderness hopefuls must do.

The Islands of River Wilderness builders have been selected based not just on their floor plans but also on their commitment to excellence and optimal customer service.

Arthur Rutenberg Homes is proud to bring the 6,698 square feet Verona floor plan, which is designed with a Mediterranean villa sensibility in mind.

John Cannon Homes is providing the Kaleeya home model, a beautiful floor plan inspired by the luxurious Mizner homes in Boca Raton.

Vernon Homes will bring the following floor models to The Islands of River Wilderness: Casa Rivera, Portofino and Valencia II. These luxurious and comfortable models are inspired by Mediterranean-style estates with a touch of Spanish revival.

Peregrine Homes knows about Southwest Florida luxury; to this end the Cetona home model mixes tradition with modern design.

Pricing at The Islands on the Manatee River

Phase I features lot prices from $125,000 to $500,000. The views of the preserve, harbor or riverfront will determine the home site value. Investor homes start at $500,000. Premier builder models start at $1,5000,000.