Welcome to Resort-Style Living in Esplanade Golf & Country Club at Lakewood Ranch. Discover the joy of maintenance-free living in this beautifully upgraded and lovingly maintained home, situated on a quiet cul-de-sac with breathtaking sunrise water views. Whether you are starting your morning or unwinding with your favorite beverage, your private in-ground heated spa provides the perfect spot to relax and recharge. Step onto the extended lanai, a true outdoor oasis, designed for entertaining and everyday enjoyment. Featuring a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with a built-in grill, beverage cooler, and cozy gas fireplace, this space is ideal for gathering with family and friends or enjoying a quiet evening under the stars. The professionally expanded landscaping adds an extra touch of serenity and curb appeal, creating a truly tranquil environment. Inside, the highly sought-after Arezzo floor plan offers 1,912 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. The home features three spacious bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a flexible office/den, all set within a bright, open-concept layout. The split floor plan offers ideal privacy, while the gourmet kitchen will inspire your inner chef with 42" cabinets, crown molding and under-mount lighting, granite countertops, tile backsplash, gas stove, stainless steel appliances, wine fridge, and a generous pantry. Retreat to the owner's suite, where the spa-like en-suite bath includes dual sinks, a vanity and a luxuriously oversized custom closet with abundant shelving and built-in chest of drawers. Additional thoughtful touches include tray ceilings, crown moldings, built-in Sonos indoor & outdoor speakers, custom shelving in every closet, upgraded window treatments, and elegant tile flooring in the bathrooms and laundry room. The extended 2 car garage with epoxy floor provides plenty of extra space with large built-in storage cabinets and the attached easy-close hurricane shutters offer added peace of mind. Plus, the HVAC was just replaced in 2025! Living in Esplanade truly feels like being on vacation every day. Enjoy access to the zero-entry resort-style pool, strengthening resistance pool, 12,000 sf clubhouse, challenging 18-hole golf course, wellness and fitness centers with instructor-led classes. There are endless opportunities for recreation, from pickleball tennis to bocce ball and kayaking. Golf is not included in the HOA fees; however, club members can easily pay to play. This amenity-rich community also features an on-site salon and the Koquina Sand Spa for your personal pampering. Social life is vibrant and welcoming, with clubs, events and activities curated by a dedicated lifestyle director. And when it is time to dine, you will love the options at The Barrel House Bistro, the poolside Bahama Bar & Café, and the Culinary Center, which also offers cooking classes and catering services. Live in the most sought-after master-planned communities in the US, boasting A-rated schools and conveniently situated mere minutes from the vibrant UTC shopping and dining area, SRQ Airport, downtown Sarasota and its breathtaking world-class gulf coast beaches. This is not just a home...it is a lifestyle you will fall in love with, one relaxing day at a time.