Welcome to River Club, where this beautifully updated custom-built Arthur Rutenberg Homes estate is ideally on over one acre along the scenic Braden River. Surrounded by peaceful wooded views and natural beauty, this exceptional property offers the ultimate in privacy and tranquility. Enjoy direct access to the river for kayaking, wildlife watching or simply relaxing in your secluded retreat. Go through the impressive double-glass entry doors into a stunning pool home featuring soaring ceilings,...Welcome to River Club, where this beautifully updated custom-built Arthur Rutenberg Homes estate is ideally on over one acre along the scenic Braden River. Surrounded by peaceful wooded views and natural beauty, this exceptional property offers the ultimate in privacy and tranquility. Enjoy direct access to the river for kayaking, wildlife watching or simply relaxing in your secluded retreat. Go through the impressive double-glass entry doors into a stunning pool home featuring soaring ceilings, abundant natural light and elegant travertine flooring throughout the main living areas. The formal living room showcases disappearing sliding glass doors that seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living, opening to the expansive screened lanai overlooking the sparkling pool and serene wooded backdrop. Designed for effortless entertaining, the formal dining room with custom built-ins flows beautifully between the living room and updated kitchen. The chef's kitchen features newer wood cabinetry, sleek one-level quartz countertops, a center island with breakfast bar seating, stainless steel appliances, and opens to the dramatic two-story family room, complete with a gas fireplace and a wall of glass doors leading to the outdoor living area. The luxurious primary suite serves as a private retreat with a spa-inspired renovated bath featuring split vanities, an oversized walk-in shower and a freestanding soaking tub. Go outside to the extended screened lanai where you'll find a completely updated gas-heated pool and spa, buffet serving area and convenient pool bath, the ideal setting for entertaining or relaxing year-round. Additional features include a private den with French doors ideal for working from home, three guest suites, including one en suite with a private bath, a guest powder room, a three-car side-load garage with storage space, two HVAC systems and two water heaters. Freshly painted inside and out with numerous recent updates, this exceptional River Club residence offers luxury living on the river for under $1 million. River Club is a deed-restricted community featuring low HOA fees, no CDD fees and custom-built homes on spacious lots. Ideally just minutes from shopping, restaurants and entertainment, including UTC Mall. Enjoy easy access to the sugary sand beaches of Sarasota, vibrant downtown Sarasota and Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport. This is a location that's hard to beat. Enjoy your tour of this beautiful home.