Manatee Riverfront home with private dock and boat lift. Enjoy living in a custom built home situated on a waterfront lot on the Manatee River in the gated community of the Shores at Waterlefe. This former model home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac street. This unique community has the advantage of both boating and a golf course. The home has a large circular drive with mature landscaping. As you enter the foyer you see the river through the large sliding glass doors. The living room has a vaulted tray ceiling, fireplace, wet bar, and sliding glass doors to the pool and lanai. The dining room has a vaulted ceiling with wood beams and four decorative columns. The large study has a vaulted tray ceiling and built-in bookcase and drawers. The large kitchen has granite counter tops, an island, Sub Zero refrigerator, gas cooktop with 6 burners, a walk-in pantry and desk area. The family room has a vaulted ceiling and sliding glass doors leading to the lanai with the heated pool, spa, and outdoor kitchen. The breakfast area has aquarium windows providing a view of the pool and river. After a swim in the pool or use of the heated spa, there is an entry into the pool bath with a shower that has a steam room feature. The owners' bedroom has a double tray ceiling, a sliding glass door to the pool and lanai, two large walk-in closets, and a built-in entertainment center. The owners' bathroom has dual sinks, a jetted bath tub and separate shower. Upstairs, there are 3 bedrooms, large media room with balcony & game room.