3309 LITTLE COUNTRY RD Parrish, FL 34219

If only the best will do, then this quality-built Arthur Rutenberg home is the one for you. Just bring your toothbrush as this FULLY FURNISHED HOME has it all! Perfect as a Florida getaway or year-round living!!! Tucked behind the gates in one of the most desirable communities in Manatee County, this home embodies Florida living at its finest. The entertaining areas spiill out onto a spacious lanai that has extended covered areas and takes in the golf course views of 5 holes of The Club at River Wilderness. There are views of holes 14, 15, 11, 12 and 13! The lanai will become your favored spot to entertain and unwind, setting the stage for sumptuous sunsets thanks to your northwest rear exposure. The tone of the home is calm and inviting. There is a pond to the right that provides a wonderful view from the breakfast area. The home is situated on almost a half acre lot with amazing curb appeal highlighted by a large driveway and an oversized 2-car plus golf cart garage. The ideal interior layout embodies the perfect mix of functionality and livability for you and your guests and the open concept and high ceilings make for grand and gracious living. Special features include double tray ceilings and moldings, dramatic arched windows in family room, cherry cabinets in kitchen, pull-outs in lower cabinets, granite countertops and range with convection capabability, office built-ins and many architectural details such as columns and niches. The right side of the home features an office, a half bath that also serves the lanai and a spacious master bedroom suite with a large bath with opposing vanities and two large walk-in closets. The left side of the home offers a retreat for guests with two bedrooms and a hall bath. Worry-free living can be yours with a newer roof (2015), a NEW TRANE HVAC (10/22 over $14K), newer interior paint (2015) and newer carpet in the auxiliary bedrooms (2015). River Wilderness is an established community with winding, tree-lined streets with tall oaks and mature landscaping. Walkers, bikers and neighbors walking their dogs set the scene for an active and social community. The Club offers golf, tennis, social activities, pickle ball, pool and more. Boat and RV storage in community. For the nature lovers, there are hiking trails and abundant wildlife. There are two 24-hour manned gates. CLUB MBRSHIP IS OPTIONAL. There is a COMMUNITY BOAT RAMP that is open to the entire community and provides direct access to the Manatee River. River Wilderness is PERFECTLY LOCATED! Strategically positioned between St. Pete and Sarasota, access to 2 airports (45 min.) several hospitals is available to the north and south. The newly constructed Ft Hammer Park located on the beautiful Manatee River is just minutes south of the front gate and features a boat ramp, fishing pier plus picnic pavilion. The new Fort Hammer Bridge also provides a convenient back route into Lakewood Ranch and Sarasota where fine dining and shopping are within easy reach. The very popular Ellenton Outlet Mall offers designer brands at discouint prices and is only 10 minutes away. People come from all over the world to visit this mall. The Ellenton factory shops at the entrance of the mall offers several options for dining and other shops. A new shopping complex is being built offering Lowes, HomeGoods and an upscale nail spa as well as several other stores. No trucks in driveway overnight in RW. Square footage to be verified by Buyer/Agents.