One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Stunning Arthur Rutenberg lakefront pool home, with 4 bedrooms plus office, in the exclusive Savannah Lakes enclave of River Wilderness, a gated community with exceptional amenities. Canopied streets and tropical landscaping welcome you home. Inside discover a bright interior with high ceilings, fresh paint, and an open floor plan with lake views from most rooms plus disappearing sliders to enjoy Florida's indoor/outdoor living. The spacious chef's kitchen offers a perfect space for both cooking and entertaining with crisp white cabinetry, generous countertops, and a gorgeous aquarium window with soothing views. You will relax in the screened lanai, a private oasis with desirable southern exposure, two covered areas, solar-heated pool, and tranquil pond views adorned with birdlife and sunsets. All just half a mile from the clubhouse and boating on the Manatee River. Ideally situated between Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, and Tampa/St. Petersburg, you'll have access to excellent schools, cultural attractions, shopping, business hubs, and sporting events. River Wilderness is a nature lover's paradise offering 24-hour guarded gates, a private boat ramp and an optional Country Club with a clubhouse, golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, swimming pool, fitness center, and fun activities. A fabulous Florida lifestyle awaits! 2024: brand new tile roof, LG washer and dryer with pedestal storage, epoxy garage floor /// 2023 and 2021: A/C systems /// 2022: refurbished pool cage with no-see-um insect screens, OmniLogic pool control via phone.