This exceptional penthouse at Bel Mare in Riviera Dunes offers refined waterfront living with expansive views of the Manatee River and the evening skyline. Elevated high above the water, the residence blends architectural elegance with thoughtful upgrades and coastal sophistication throughout. The reimagined split floorplan includes three bedrooms plus an office/den, soaring ceilings, walls of glass, and custom craftsmanship rarely found in today’s market. The home features three private balconies, each capturing a different perspective of the river and skyline. The great room showcases custom built-in cabinetry framing a modern gas fireplace with a black granite surround, creating a striking focal point day and night. The gourmet kitchen has been redesigned with a single-level quartz island, Sub-Zero refrigeration, a six-burner gas cooktop, new convection double wall ovens, a Bosch paneled dishwasher, an industrial-capacity vent hood, and a quartz undermount sink. The open layout creates an ideal flow for entertaining. The large primary suite offers sweeping waterfront views and a beautifully designed layout that includes an entry wet bar with a sink, ice maker, and beverage refrigeration. Additional features include two spacious walk-in closets, a spa-style bathroom with a jetted soaking tub, a walk-in shower, custom cabinetry, and an adjacent flex space that opens to a private waterfront balcony. Two additional guest suites provide comfort and privacy, each thoughtfully designed for separation and ease. A rare feature for condominium living, this residence includes a private two-car garage located inside the secured parking garage, along with an additional assigned parking space. These elements elevate convenience, security, and storage options well beyond what is typically found in penthouse living. The home includes extensive upgrades such as Hunter Douglas energy-efficient shades, Vista UV and heat-control window film, approximately eighteen hundred linear feet of added crown molding, designer mirrored accent walls, South American hardwood flooring in one bedroom, polished and sealed travertine in the main living areas, custom cabinetry throughout, three Trane variable-speed HVAC systems with UV lights installed in 2021, a Halo air purification system, a high-efficiency Rheem water heater installed in 2023, and a whole-house Pelican water filtration system with sediment filter and reverse osmosis at the kitchen sink. Bel Mare is regarded as one of the area’s premier waterfront communities and offers resort-style amenities including four pools, guest suites for visiting friends and family, two fitness centers, a theater room, billiards, tennis and pickleball courts, and access to the private Riviera Dunes deep-water marina. The location provides convenient access to Sarasota, St. Petersburg, Tampa, and Lakewood Ranch, placing residents within close reach of beaches, dining, arts, golf, and multiple international airports. This penthouse combines architectural scale, curated design, protected water views, and exclusive amenities, creating a rare offering along the Gulf Coast.