Experience the ultimate of luxury living with this highly sought after Lazio model, the most popular floor plan, and one of the Best Views in The Esplanade Golf and Country Club. This golf deeded home includes a golf membership, with no initiation fee, and pre-paid CDD fees by the seller, which is a rare and valuable bonus! A beautifully upgraded 3-bedroom, 3-bath home, also features a dedicated office, an extended tandem garage with space for two cars plus a golf cart and has epoxy floors and custom overhead storage, and has a light and bright open-concept layout, perfect for both entertaining and everyday living. The Gorgeous kitchen is the heart of the home with Cambria countertops, double wall convection oven/microwave, gas cooktop and hood, stainless appliances, pantry, and a huge center island. The split-bedroom floor plan offers privacy for guests and family, and features designer finishes throughout with exceptional attention to detail. The show stopper of this home is the stunning extended lanai with Panoramic screen enclosure to take in the beautiful sunset views of the lake, lighted fountain, and 9th hole tee box, while enjoying the salt water heated pool and spa, along with covered seating area and outdoor kitchen. More notable features and upgrades include: Motorized Kevlar Storm Smart hurricane screens for added protection, terrazzo pavers on lanai, outdoor and pool lighting, tankless hot water heater, Kinetico water filtration/softener, a main surge protector, Plantation shutters, 8 ft doors, custom ceiling finishes, custom closet shelving, plus additional custom storage in all bedrooms, laundry and pantry, ceiling speakers, upgraded lighting, New 10 yr battery life smart smoke and CO detectors, central vacuum system, along with being pre-wired for Synergy home security system. Enjoy Esplanade Golf and Country Club with its private 18-hole championship course, resort pool, tennis, Pickleball, bocce ball, a culinary center with multiple dining venues, state of the art fitness center, a full service spa and wellness center, dog park, playground, nature trails, and a full time social director coordinating the many events and activities. Located in a prime area close to the University Town Center, top-rated restaurants, shopping, I-75, Sarasota Airport, and a short drive to world famous beaches including Siesta Key and Lido Beach. This home is a perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and lifestyle, offered in one of Lakewood Ranch’s most exclusive communities. Schedule your private showing today, this one won’t last!