102 W North Branch RoadRuskin, FL 33570Price: $699,000

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. If you dream of owning private and pristine Florida waterfront, this property might be for you. Fish the pristine waters of the Little Manatee River or the nearby islands of Cockroach Bay Preserve, at the River's mouth in Southeast Tampa Bay, No HOA or CDDs. This 0.6156-acre parcel is situated at the base of the Ruskin Inlet on the Marsh Branch of the Little Manatee with a straight shot into the main river and out to Tampa Bay and Beyond. The property angles southwesterly 134 feet along the riverfront then 244 feet northerly along the Canal. There is a 7500lb boat lift and dock on the riverfront. On the canal you will discover a timeless boat house with a 25 ft boat slip, fish cleaning station and plenty of space to organize all of your boating, kayaking and fishing gear. Included beyond the boat house lies an approx 85ft bonus vacant buildable canal front parcel. The 2 bd 2 bth block home is designed for maximum entertaining. It has been completely updated over the past 9 months to include a vast new Chef's kitchen with breakfast area, new appliances, new cabinets, granite counters, walk-in pantry, two ovens, and serving window counter space opening to the expansive screened rear covered patio with its own impressive stone barbeque. A trio of informal open plan gathering areas, all with stunning river views, include a living room with a magnificent floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, an inviting dining area and a bright sunny Florida room, all leading to a screened river-facing front patio and elevated screened deck. The home has storage galore and the floors are covered in tile and beautiful commercial vinyl plank. Conveniently located near US-41 and I-75, making Bradenton, Sarasota, and Tampa an easy drive for shopping, beaches, and restaurants. Schedule a showing today.