The Islands on the Manatee River is a year-round playground for those who love boating, fishing and water sports of all kinds. Located on Florida’s Suncoast, the central and southwest coast of Florida that borders the Gulf of Mexico, this tranquil golf and boating community on the north shore of the Manatee River is close to miles of sun-kissed beaches and shimmering water. The Fort Hamer Bridge connects residents to Sarasota’s thriving cultural scene and Lakewood Ranch’s world-class polo and golf. Nearby destinations such as Sarasota-Bradenton, with its 20 miles of beachfront; Tampa, home to charter fishing, parasailing and sunset cruises; and St. Petersburg, dubbed “the Sunshine City” and the site of the Salvador Dalí Museum, are all a convenient drive away and provide endless opportunities for recreation, entertainment and cultural exploration.