Southern charm at its best! Adorable waterfront home located in the river district on McLewis Bayou that offers a total of 5BD/5BA. The main home has 4BD/4BA and there's a 1BD/1BA cottage on the property. As you walk up to the front of the home, you're greeted by a sprawling brick paver drive, classic front porch and southern gardens that even include a fountain. The formal entrance leads you to the main living area of the home. The open concept kitchen and family room give the perfect setting for entertaining. The gourmet kitchen offers quartz counter tops, beautiful cabinetry, upscale appliances and an island with seating for four. Just off the kitchen is a dining room alcove that provides the perfect spot for spending time with family and friends. If you love entertaining there's a butlers' pantry that includes a copper sink, under counter drawer refrigerator, tons of additional cabinetry and even an oversized built-in desk. There's also a lower level utility room and mud room that is conveniently located as you enter the home from the three car garage and covered breezeway. If you're looking for a main level master bedroom suite, you're in luck. In addition, there's a second bedroom and bath near the front of the home. The second living level offers an open loft/den with plenty of room for everyone to enjoy their own space, two additional bedrooms and baths, plus there's pulldown stairs that lead to a hideaway 3rd floor play area. The back porch has plenty of room for relaxing while preparing dinner on the built-in gas grill or simply sitting back and enjoying the garden. The brick paver paths lead to the outdoor entertaining area with pool, spa and fire pit or continue on to the dock and saltwater canal. There's 100' seawall and 2 boat lifts that are on protected bayou water that leads to the Manatee River. The guest cottage has vaulted ceilings, kitchenette and a full bath.