A WATERFRONT MASTERPIECE IN THE AWARD-WINNING ISLANDS ON THE MANATEE RIVER! Custom built in 2025 by Kemick Builders, this extraordinary estate sits on nearly half an acre along one of the community's widest canals. Offering 3,324 SF of living space, 1,017 SF of outdoor living and a 1,089 SF four-car garage (5,430 SF total), the home features 3 en-suite bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a private office and dedicated theater. CUSTOM CRAFTSMANSHIP & DESIGN! Magnificent 10-foot impact-resistant glass-and-iron entry doors, custom made in Italy, open to a 13-foot foyer and soaring 15-foot great room. Architectural wood beams, extensive custom millwork and built-ins, illuminated cabinetry, designer lighting and an elegant electric fireplace create an exceptional setting. FULLY INTEGRATED SMART HOME! Extensive Control4 automation brings together lighting scenes, motorized curtains and window treatments, distributed audio, entertainment and select outdoor features. Concealed speakers, security cameras and commercial-grade mesh Wi-Fi combine advanced technology with refined design. A KITCHEN DESIGNER'S DREAM! Personally planned by the homeowner, a professional kitchen designer, this showpiece features separate Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer columns, Sub-Zero wine column, dual Fisher & Paykel dishwashers, Monogram wall and speed ovens, and a 48-inch, 7-burner Fulgor Milano induction cooktop beneath a custom wood hood. Exotic stone countertops, double-stacked island, dovetail cabinetry, designer lighting and custom pantry complete the space. The dining room features custom white oak wine shelving. PRIVATE CINEMATIC EXPERIENCE! A glass-enclosed theater with iron detailing features a 140-inch screen, ultra-short-throw projector and immersive Dolby Atmos surround sound with TWO IN-WALL SUBWOOFERS. LUXURIOUS PRIMARY RETREAT! Coffered ceilings, lanai access and programmable motorized sheers and draperies complement dual custom walk-in closets. The spa bath features separate vanities, illuminated mirrors with TV features, freestanding tub and expansive dual-head shower with marble flooring. Two guest suites have private baths and custom closets. YOUR PRIVATE WATERFRONT RESORT! The screened lanai features a gas-heated PebbleTec pool and spa with illuminated water bowls and Wi-Fi controls. Entertain by the gas firepit or outdoor kitchen with EVO grill, Perlick refrigerator, wine chiller and exotic stone surfaces. Outdoor audio, designer lighting, Control4-connected fans and a 60-inch TV enhance every gathering. Professional landscaping, landscape lighting and whole-yard mosquito misting complete the setting. BOATER'S PARADISE! A deeded private dock with 20,000-pound boat lift, water and electric provides access to the Manatee River and beyond. EXCEPTIONAL EXTRAS! Bronze-framed impact glass, 400-amp electrical service, 500-gallon propane tank, tankless hot water with recirculation and in-wall pest management. Custom laundry room with two stacked washer/dryer sets, matching refrigerator, cabinetry and dog wash. Four-car garage with epoxy floors, insulated doors, mini-split climate control, storage lift and two Tesla chargers. EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY! The Islands offers 24-hour manned gated security, private boat launch and River Lodge with gathering space, fitness room, firepit and dock. Nearby River Wilderness Golf & Country Club offers optional golf, dining and recreation memberships. A rare combination of bespoke design, advanced technology and waterfront living!
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Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Annie Lucy Williams Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi
8/10
Buffalo Creek Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi
4/10
Parrish Community High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
4/10
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About River
Wilderness
River Wilderness, located between the Manatee River and I-75, is a gated and golf-oriented Bradenton neighborhood with a riverfront setting and a canopy of mature oaks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the River Wilderness Golf & Country Club clubhouse, where fairways, tennis courts, and social spaces set the daily rhythm. Streets curve through low-slung Florida homes and newer builds, with water views appearing along ponds and preserve edges. The Manatee River shoreline frames the landscape with mangroves and broad-sky sunsets. Nearby, the Gamble Plantation Historic State Park adds a distinct sense of place through preserved grounds and guided-history programming. For a local night out, the Riverhouse Waterfront Restaurant and Woody’s River Roo keep the riverfront scene grounded in Bradenton tradition.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Beamed, cathedral, and coffered ceilings
Built-in features
Ceiling fans
Crown molding
High ceilings
Open floor plan
Solid wood cabinets
Stone countertops
Walk-in closets
Drapes and window treatments
Storm windows
Electric fireplace in the family room
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Built-in oven
Cooktop
Dishwasher
Disposal
Exhaust fan
Microwave
Range hood
Refrigerator
Wine refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Laundry room with sink
Washer and dryer hookups
Washer
Dryer
Tankless water heater
Flooring
Carpet
Tile
Wood
Heating & cooling
Propane heating
Zoned heating
Central air conditioning
Mini-split air conditioning
Exterior features
Covered, screened patio or porch
Fire pit
Outdoor lighting
Outdoor grill and kitchen
Rain gutters
Sidewalk
Landscaped, cleared, level, private lot
Trees and landscaping
Near golf course and marina
Brick street
Canal waterfront with water views
88 feet of canal frontage
Water access to a canal off the Manatee River leading to the Gulf of Mexico
Canal lift
Private heated, saltwater, gunite pool with lighting, alarm, and screen enclosure
Heated in-ground spa
Irrigation equipment
Home design
Single-family residence
One story
South-facing
Parking
Attached, oversized two-car garage with side-facing door
Driveway
Electric vehicle charging station
Garage door opener
Golf cart parking
Security
Gated community
Owned security system
24-hour guard service
Construction
Block construction
Tile roof
Slab foundation
Custom-built by Kemmick Builders
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Cable and electricity connected
Propane
Sprinkler well
Underground utilities
HOA & community
Required association fees
Community amenities include a clubhouse, fitness center, recreation facilities, and golf
Golf carts allowed
Fence restrictions
Deed restrictions
Reclaimed-water irrigation
Street lights
Cats and dogs allowed
Association fees include guard service, common area taxes, reserve fund, management, private road, and recreational facilities
Electricity and solar
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It is the intent of these regulations to provide for development of residential development in areas adequately served, or which can be served, by necessary utilities and services, in locations that are compatible with adjacent and surrounding land uses in accord with the goals, objectives, and policies of the Comprehensive Plan and in compliance with the standards set forth herein. It is further the intent to permit the establishment of such districts only where planned development with carefully located buildings, parking and service areas, and landscaped open space will provide for internal convenience and ease of use as well as external compatibility. It is further intended that PDR districts may provide a broad range of housing types appropriate to the general need of the area served. Uses in PDR districts shall be consistent with Comprehensive Plan requirements regarding use, type, locational criteria and other applicable Comprehensive Plan criteria.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Bed & breakfast
Office
Medical office
Fire house
Police station
Post office
Feb 18, 2025 • Final
Pool-spa
Install a residential swimming pool, spa, and paver deck. Gas work is to be completed by others.
Pool and hot tub
Feb 18, 2025 • Final
Tank
Bury a propane tank and run a gas line to a stubout.
Gas
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 69-77% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 27 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Parrish, FL • 34219
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Parrish. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
7.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1625 Rio Vista Ter
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