$1,680,000 Under contract-accepting backup offers. Escape the ordinary! This charming Windermere cottage on the Butler Chain, is set on a beautiful and private wooded lot with a rare opportunity for lake and boat frontage on Lake Down! This inviting residence is nestled on nearly two acres in a serene, Florida-style setting, offering the perfect blend of privacy and convenience. Thoughtfully renovated, this 3-bed, 2.5-bath, 2-car garage home embraces a warm, relaxed style with timeless cottage appeal and inviting indoor-outdoor living. A welcoming front porch entry sets the tone for a spacious great room with a cozy fireplace, an eat-in kitchen with natural light, ample cabinets and counter top space, perfect for everyday living and hosting. The first-floor primary suite includes a walk-in closet and a private bath, featuring a dual vanity and a separate shower. The sunroom sitting areas open to an expansive deck with a recessed spa and TV, creating the perfect setting for entertaining or quiet evenings surrounded by nature. A true retreat, with a private walkway and dock leading directly to Lake Down, offering seamless access to the Butler Chain of Lakes and all the recreation the 13 interconnected lakes have to offer. Conveniently located near Downtown Windermere, top-rated schools, shopping, and dining, with easy access to major roadways and airports, delivers the best of both tranquility and accessibility. 3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ O6398100 MLS Under contract-accepting backup offers. Escape the ordinary! This charming Windermere cottage on the Butler Chain, is set on a beautiful and private wooded lot with a rare opportunity for lake and boat frontage on Lake Down! This inviting residence is nestled on nearly two acres in a serene, Florida-style setting, offering the perfect blend of privacy and convenience. Thoughtfully renovated, this 3-bed, 2.5-bath, 2-car garage home embraces a warm, relaxed style with timeless cottage appeal and inviting indoor-outdoor living. A welcoming front porch entry sets the tone for a spacious great room with a cozy fireplace, an eat-in kitchen with natural light, ample cabinets and counter top space, perfect for everyday living and hosting. The first-floor primary suite includes a walk-in closet and a private bath, featuring a dual vanity and a separate shower. The sunroom sitting areas open to an expansive deck with a recessed spa and TV, creating the perfect setting for entertaining or quiet evenings surrounded by nature. A true retreat, with a private walkway and dock leading directly to Lake Down, offering seamless access to the Butler Chain of Lakes and all the recreation the 13 interconnected lakes have to offer. Conveniently located near Downtown Windermere, top-rated schools, shopping, and dining, with easy access to major roadways and airports, delivers the best of both tranquility and accessibility. 1924 Down Hollow Lane, Windermere
$893,000 This fantastic bungalow - style FIXER home is ready for you to bring your vision. Spacious 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with breathtaking panoramic views of the Manatee River from inside and out - plus spectacular sunsets daily. Just bring your imagination and tools, after some TLC this can be your personal oasis. Set on just under .40 acres, the property includes: An attached 2-car garage and large driveway An 840 sq. ft. detached WAREHOUSE garage/workshop added by the current owner. Oversized backyard with room for a pool Lush landscaping enhanced by $40,000 in Royal Palms With no deed restrictions or HOA, you’re free to park your boat, RV, or trailer. Boaters will appreciate the deep - water access (approx. 5.5 ft at low tide) with no bridges to Tampa Bay, the Gulf of Mexico, or the Intracoastal Waterway. From your front yard, cruise to local restaurants on the river or head straight to open waters. This home is located along Riverview Boulevard, known as the River District - a historic and sought - after neighborhood where “Old Florida” cottages sit alongside stately Southern and Mediterranean - style estates. It’s one of Bradenton’s most enviable communities, prized for its charm, exclusivity, and waterfront lifestyle. You’ll be just minutes from downtown Bradenton, St. Petersburg, Tampa Bay, Gulf beaches, Longboat Key, and Anna Maria Island. Explore all the benefits of R1 zoning, along with unique tax savings opportunities and the option to merge with an existing non profit. NO (ZERO) PROPERTY TAX. The U.S. Marine Safety Institute (USMSI), a nonprofit organization headquartered along the Manatee River at 2507 Riverview Blvd, has long served the Gulf Coast of Florida with emergency aid, rescue services, and operational training. Its mission expanded to include educational programs designed to inspire and support at-risk and underserved youth. With this property, you now have the rare opportunity to continue - or to reinvent - that legacy, while also enjoying the incredible lifestyle of Bradenton’s most desirable waterfront neighborhood. This is more than a home. It’s a phenomenal waterfront deal that blends prime real estate, zoning advantages, and a nonprofit opportunity in one of Bradenton’s most desirable locations. 3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ A4666114 MLS This fantastic bungalow - style FIXER home is ready for you to bring your vision. Spacious 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with breathtaking panoramic views of the Manatee River from inside and out - plus spectacular sunsets daily. Just bring your imagination and tools, after some TLC this can be your personal oasis. Set on just under .40 acres, the property includes: An attached 2-car garage and large driveway An 840 sq. ft. detached WAREHOUSE garage/workshop added by the current owner. Oversized backyard with room for a pool Lush landscaping enhanced by $40,000 in Royal Palms With no deed restrictions or HOA, you’re free to park your boat, RV, or trailer. Boaters will appreciate the deep - water access (approx. 5.5 ft at low tide) with no bridges to Tampa Bay, the Gulf of Mexico, or the Intracoastal Waterway. From your front yard, cruise to local restaurants on the river or head straight to open waters. This home is located along Riverview Boulevard, known as the River District - a historic and sought - after neighborhood where “Old Florida” cottages sit alongside stately Southern and Mediterranean - style estates. It’s one of Bradenton’s most enviable communities, prized for its charm, exclusivity, and waterfront lifestyle. You’ll be just minutes from downtown Bradenton, St. Petersburg, Tampa Bay, Gulf beaches, Longboat Key, and Anna Maria Island. Explore all the benefits of R1 zoning, along with unique tax savings opportunities and the option to merge with an existing non profit. NO (ZERO) PROPERTY TAX. The U.S. Marine Safety Institute (USMSI), a nonprofit organization headquartered along the Manatee River at 2507 Riverview Blvd, has long served the Gulf Coast of Florida with emergency aid, rescue services, and operational training. Its mission expanded to include educational programs designed to inspire and support at-risk and underserved youth. With this property, you now have the rare opportunity to continue - or to reinvent - that legacy, while also enjoying the incredible lifestyle of Bradenton’s most desirable waterfront neighborhood. This is more than a home. It’s a phenomenal waterfront deal that blends prime real estate, zoning advantages, and a nonprofit opportunity in one of Bradenton’s most desirable locations. 2507 Riverview Boulevard, West Bradenton