Discover your DREAM WATERFRONT RETREAT! This lovely 4-bedroom and 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of modest luxury, craftsmanship, and everyday coastal serenity. Perfectly positioned along the water's edge, this beautifully updated home is located in the tree lined community of Braden River Lakes. A hidden treasure, this property is tucked in the desirable back portion of the community which offers effortless access to the Manatee River and the Gulf by boat. Elevate your waterfront lifestyle with newer decking, pilings, & boat dock, along with brand new lighting and a shade-producing dock cover. Boating enthusiasts will appreciate the 13,000 lb. custom remote boat lift, recently dredged water depth, running water, and a 30-amp utility outlet. Whether you are heading out for a morning cruise or hosting a sunset gathering, this space is designed for both convenience, adventure and relaxation. Upon entering this truly immaculate home you are welcomed with immediate gorgeous views of the water. Added extras are the gleaming wood floors, vaulted ceilings and a custom designed gourmet "chef's kiss" kitchen. Perfect for entertaining and as functional as it is stunning. The kitchen is outfitted with TOP-OF-THE-LINE Viking appliances including a 6-burner gas range, lovely high cabinetry with under lighting, sleek quartz countertops, and a breakfast bar that opens to the eat-in space and family room. If you are hosting a larger gathering there is also a front sitting room and traditional dining room. The spacious primary bedroom has an ensuite bath with soaking tub, large separate shower, a nice sized walk-in closet and a separate doorway out to the beautiful, enclosed pool. The other side of the home offers separate space for family and guests with 3 additional bedrooms and full bathroom with a convenient door that also opens to the pool. Step outside to your fully enclosed patio and beautiful private pool oasis. Perfect for lounging or soaking in the coastal breezes in the nature like preserve setting. Every detail of this property has been thoughtfully upgraded for comfort, low maintenance and peace of mind: newer hurricane-rated windows and garage door, landscaping, a durable polyaspartic-coated garage floor, and epoxy coated pool patio deck. Braden River Lakes also offers great community amenities. The playground, pickleball-tennis courts and pool are only a short stroll away. Convenient shops and great dining options are right down the street, and don't forget about Anna Maria Island, Sarasota and Siesta Key, all only a short drive away. DO NOT miss out, this move-in ready and meticulously updated WATERFRONT GEM offers a rare opportunity to live the lifestyle you've always imagined.