One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. * * A Modern Sanctuary in River Wilderness * * This is the one you have been waiting for. .. Welcome to 2354 Little Country Road, where modern sophistication meets timeless Florida serenity. Tucked away on nearly half an acre of private preserve and shimmering water views, this beautifully remodeled 3–4 bedroom, 3 bath home offers privacy, peace, and effortless luxury within the exclusive, gated community of River Wilderness Golf & Country Club. Inside, you’ll immediately sense the light and openness — 16-foot ceilings, double tray details, and fully retractable glass doors that create a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The expansive kitchen was completely updated with a grand quartz island seating six, sleek “smart” appliances, including a new cooktop, microwave, remote-start oven, dishwasher, and wine cooler. A large dining area — currently used as a flex space or office — can efficiently serve as a formal dining room, craft room, or 4th bedroom. Throughout the home, large-format neutral tile flooring adds warmth and sophistication. The primary suite, remodeled in (2021), is a true retreat featuring a spa-inspired bathroom with new vanities, a frameless glass shower with Bluetooth sound, a deep free-standing soaking tub with waterfall filler, and luxury finishes. The second bedroom also features an ensuite bath updated in (2022) with new tiles and a frameless shower door, while the third bath, updated in (2023), includes large-format glass tile, modern lighting, and a deep-soaking tub. The living room opens completely to the lanai — perfect for enjoying Florida’s indoor/outdoor lifestyle. Step outside to your private saltwater pool and spa, surrounded by new pavers and lush professional landscaping (2025). The covered lanai was expanded by 500 sq. ft. and enhanced with an outdoor kitchen, updated irrigation system, and new professional lighting, ideal for hosting gatherings or relaxing in total privacy with no rear neighbors. Additional updates include a brand-new roof (2023), Pentair salt cell and power unit (2023), and epoxy-finished 2½-car garage with ample room for a golf cart. Two newer A/C (2025) and (2019) ensures year-round comfort, while a fenced dog run provides a safe place for your pets to play. Every upgrade — from the flooring to the fixtures — was designed for beauty, function, and longevity. Beyond the home, River Wilderness Golf & Country Club offers an unmatched lifestyle. Enjoy an 18-hole championship golf course, a 27,000 sq. ft. clubhouse with dining, events, and a pro shop, a fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, bocce ball, and a junior Olympic-sized pool complex. Country Club fee is optional --Residents also have access to storage for boat and/or RV and a community boat ramp with river access, walking trails, and gated security — all set within 1,500 acres of pristine natural beauty. This is more than a home; it’s a modern sanctuary designed for those who value peace, presence, and quiet refinement — in one of the most private, scenic water-view settings in River Wilderness.
REMODELED 3-4 BR/3 BA HOME WITH BRAND NEW ROOF!! This beautiful open-concept, water-view home sits on an almost half-acre private preserve lot with no rear neighbors! New architectural shingle roof installed in July. The expansive kitchen was updated to include a large island with seating for six, a sleek new cook top, new microwave, new “smart” oven with remote start, new dishwasher, new quartz countertops, and a bar area with wine cooler. The formal dining room, currently being used as a second office, can just as easily be used as a craft room, play room, den or 4th bedroom. Beautiful large format, neutral tile floors were installed throughout the home in 2021 and 2023. The large primary bedroom leads into a spa-like bathroom remodeled in 2021 with new vanities, an oversized frameless glass shower with Bluetooth sound, and a free-standing soaking tub with waterfall filler. The second bedroom also includes an ensuite bathroom updated in May 2023 with large format tiles and frameless shower door. The third bath was updated in 2022 and includes glass tile, modern lighting, and a deep soaking tub. The living room’s 16’ ceiling and fully retractable glass doors open to the sparkling salt water pool, making it perfect for enjoying Florida’s indoor/outdoor living. The family room features a double tray ceiling and 2 sets of sliders leading to the pool and covered patio. Outside, new pavers were installed around the pool and patio, an outdoor kitchen was added and the covered lanai was expanded by 500sf. New professional landscaping, professional lighting and an updated irrigation system in front and back were added in 2021. A new Pentair salt cell and power unit for the salt water pool and spa were installed in 2023. The 2 ½ car garage with new epoxy flooring, features extra space for a golf cart with its own automatic garage door. This home has two air-conditioning units, which were replaced in 2013 and 2019. A fenced-in dog run will keep your furry friends happy and safe. All of this on one of the most beautiful, private, and tranquil water-view lots in the community!
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A4136545
Feb 25, 2016
Sold
$505,000
$166/sq ft
Jan 25, 2016
Pending
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Dec 18, 2015
Contingent
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Nov 7, 2015
Listed
$542,000
$179/sq ft
Picture yourself living in this well appointed luxury home with over 3,000 sq. ft. under air. In addition, it is located in a sought after gated golf, tennis and boating community. All of this on a spectacular lot that provides a tranquil, peaceful and private setting. This home shows like a model with it's beautiful décor, extensive tile, fine wood cabinetry, granite countertops, gorgeous tray ceilings and much more. New in 2015--pool pebbeltex surface, electric pool heater, pool solar, salt water chlorinator, lanai rescreened, lanai frame repainted and all new stainless steel screws, hot water on demand, and new kitchen faucet. River Wilderness G & CC is an 18 hole golf course community with a 24 hour manned guard gate and a community boat ramp on the Manatee River. Golf, athletic, tennis and social memberships are available but are not mandatory. No CDD fee.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.47 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
3,035
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Manatee County
APN
503920050
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
PD-R
Planned Development Residential District
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
Mar 10, 2025 • Final
Ac change out residential express
Replace the heating and air conditioning system with a similar unit.
HVAC
Jul 31, 2023 • Final
Residential roof express
Perform a shingle reroof on a residential building. Install peel and stick underlayment and Owens Corning shingles.
Roofing
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.
Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Fence Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated, Golf Course, Handicap Modified, Lobby Key Required, Pickleball Court(s), Playground, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Security, Tennis Court(s), Vehicle Restrictions
Association Fee: $194.66
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Guard - 24 Hour, Common Area Taxes, Management, Private Road, Security
School Information
Elementary School: Annie Lucy Williams Elementary
Middle Or Junior High School: Buffalo Creek Middle
High School: Parrish Community High
Location Information
Directions: From U.S.-301 North, turn right onto Old Tampa Road and drive approximately 2.5 miles until you reach the gated entry of the River Wilderness Golf & Country Club. After passing through the gate, take your first left onto Wilderness Boulevard West, then the next left onto Wilderness Boulevard East. Continue about a quarter-mile and then turn left onto Little Country Road. Your destination, 2354 Little Country Road, will be on the left-hand side.
Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Golf Carts OK, Golf, Handicap Modified, Playground, Pool, Special Community Restrictions, Tennis Court(s), Wheelchair Access, Street Lights
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,035
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.47 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: 2012
County: Manatee County
APN: 503920050
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026