Don't miss this expansive two-story FRESHWATER CANAL FRONT home on an OVER SIZED LOT in the sought after BOATING community of the Inlets at Riverdale. Boaters, dock your boat(s) right out back with OVER 100 FEET OF CANAL FRONTAGE! Electricity and water at the dock - the only thing missing is your boat! You will certainly be welcomed home on picturesque Blue Marlin Drive; a charming CUL DE SAC street with sidewalks and gas lit lamp posts. Curb appeal meets practicality with a large porte-cochere providing additional covered parking and shelter from sun & rain. The tranquil outdoor oasis overlooking the canal features a HEATED 44 foot LAP POOL and SPA, outdoor shower, and covered lanai area. New pebble tec surface and tile installation was completed in 2023 along with new pool deck pavers. Pool equipment includes a Hayward gas heater (2023), Hayward pool pump (2023) and new filter (2025). This well designed light and bright floor plan w/ soaring ceilings offers tropical canal views throughout the home. The centrally located kitchen has LG stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, under cabinet LED lighting, breakfast bar, & generous cabinet space. Enjoy your coffee while taking in mature landscaping & nature views from the kitchen's breakfast area. This OVERSIZED LOT (14,810 SF) provides additional space & privacy to the east. Picture perfect water views meet the eye upon entering the owner's suite through double doors. The first floor owner's suite layout provides space for a comfortable seating area. Dual walk in closets, private water closet, Jacuzzi soaking tub, walk in shower & split vanities w/make up vanity seating provide a well thought out retreat. The office/den with built in desk and book cases is conveniently located next to the owner's suite. There is an air conditioned bonus room (w/water views!) off the back of the garage that current owner's enjoyed as an exercise room. Make this bonus room space what you want it to be! Upstairs, an open balcony overlooks the main living area below. Here on the second floor you will find a large loft perfect for a media or game room. Off of the loft area are three bedrooms and two well appointed full bathrooms. One of the bedrooms has its own ensuite bathroom and the other two bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom. Also off of the loft is a very special balcony with stunning views overlooking the canal and pool/spa oasis below. The balcony is another of the property's vantage points to relax and enjoy beautiful surroundings. There is plenty of space for storage, jet skis and other toys in this 3 car tandem garage with utility sink. Plenty closet space including under stairs storage. The laundry room has built in overhead cabinets. Additional home improvements include NEW Rheem water heater (September 2025), new 1st floor HVAC (2024), exterior painted 2024, new back flow devices (2024). This beautifully maintained picturesque waterfront boating community offers tennis, pickleball, social clubs, playground area, canoe & kayak launch, and nature trails. The location is centrally located with close proximity to I-75, major airports, shopping, fine dining, downtown Bradenton Riverwalk & beautiful gulf coast beaches. Experience the boating lifestyle at The Inlets; a premier boating community with direct canal access to the Manatee River & Gulf of America. Explore marinas, restaurants, islands, & beautiful coast line by land or sea! Wait, there is more! Reasonable HOA fees & NO CDD FEES!