Location,
Location, Location!
Situated
on the Manatee River, just a stone’s throw away from Tampa/St. Petersburg,
Sarasota, Bradenton, the Gulf beaches and the Interstate, Laguna at Riviera
Dunes has the enviable advantage of being close to several metropolitan
areas, while still maintaining the charm and laid-back comfort of a luxury
resort community.
“What makes this
project so unique is the combination of the marina resort lifestyle in
a highly desirable and convenient location,” says George Smith,
director of real estate development for Laguna at Riviera Dunes. “The
views from every residence are absolutely spectacular.”
Part of the established,
gated community of Riviera Dunes, this gracious and well-planned luxury
mid-rise development consists of five eight-story buildings with 210 terraced
residences. “Marketed on-site by Michael Saunders & Company
of Sarasota, every single one of the exceptionally priced units has stunning
waterfront views and superbly designed living spaces,” says Smith.
“What more could you ask for? Laguna at Riviera Dunes combines traditional
luxury with the casual waterfront Florida ambiance.”
Homebuyers at Laguna at
Riviera Dunes can rest assured that their future homes are taking shape
under the watchful eye of industry leader, Opus South Development, L.L.C.,
a subsidiary of the Opus Group, which has been developing quality residential
and commercial properties in Florida for more than 22 years. To ensure
the integrity of their development ventures, the Opus Group has expanded
its services to include an in-house design and architecture division,
as well as their own construction company, Opus South Construction, L.L.C.
“Opus South Development
goes the extra mile,” notes Smith. “For example, although
building codes only require ‘large missile impact-rated glass’
up to 60 feet above ground, all of the windows in the project meet the
more stringent code and have laminated glass that is rated for hurricane
force winds up to 130 miles per hour.”
Value, quality and the
builder’s outstanding reputation for delivering an excellent product
are driving sales, resulting in more than half of the residences being
sold immediately upon release of the first three buildings. Buildings
four and five are expected to draw the attention of even more homebuyers
who want to enjoy the relaxing Florida way of life.
Buyers can choose one of
five spacious floor plans, ranging from the two bedroom, two bath with
a den Azul and Bellisima models, to the Costera with three bedrooms and
two baths. There are also two amazing penthouse floor plans, including
the two-story, 4,993-square-foot Encantada with a double master suite,
three bedrooms, four and a half baths and a large family room.
When this developer promises
top-of-the-line appliances and a diverse range of countertop and cabinet
selections as “standard,” they mean it. Of course, homebuyers
may choose to upgrade their choices, but that’s hardly necessary
considering the first-rate options being offered. Standard in the open
gourmet kitchen are Jenn-Air® stainless steel appliances and granite
countertops. Corian® countertops with integral Corian® sinks are
standard in all of the bathrooms, with the exception of the penthouse
master baths where granite is the custom.
Amenities for this attractively
landscaped community include: a well-appointed clubhouse complete with
a catering kitchen and fitness center, two tennis courts, and a resort-style
swimming pool overlooking a large private marina with 440 total boat
slips, of which 220 are part of the Riviera Dunes marina and 28 that are
part of Laguna at Riviera Dunes.
“Ideal for both the
seasonal and the full-time homeowner, Laguna at Riviera Dunes offers a
unique lifestyle for buyers who want a maintenance-free resort lifestyle
with the convenience of several cities in close proximity,” says
Smith. “This development promises to be one of the premier properties
in the Bradenton-Sarasota area.”
OPUS
SOUTH DEVELOPMENT, L.L.C.
LAGUNA AT RIVIERA DUNES
98 Highway N. 41, Palmetto
941 721-6262
www.lagunaatrivieradunes.com
Written by Marla J. Ottenstein
