LAVISHLY UPGRADED TAYLOR MORRISON LAZIO WITH POOL & OUTDOOR KITCHEN ON A PREMIUM POND LOT. Elegant, turnkey Taylor Morrison Lazio spanning 2305 sqft on one story offers 3brs, 3 ba + office w/ COVETED 3 car garage w/ 4’ EXTENSTION, on a private POND lot in the gated Esplanade at Starkey Ranch. Picture spending time relaxing by the screened, saltwater, heated pool overlooking the peaceful pond. Grill in the outdoor kitchen and dine alfresco. Boosting $231K in builder upgrades & 45K invested after, this pristine home offers noteworthy upgrades including 8-ft doors, 10' Ceilings, Level 5 tile in main living areas + office & wood look laminate in brs, crown molding, custom shades, freshly painted exterior w/ Sherwin Williams Elastomeric paint 2024 & gas GENERAC generator. Inviting Mediterranean C exterior is adorned w/ elegant stone accents, a wrought iron gate leading to the courtyard, barrel tile roof, lush landscaping w/ lighting & paver driveway + walkway. Front door w/ etched glass & sidelights greets guests. As you enter the foyer, tray ceiling w/ statement chandelier set the tone for the level of upgrades within. To the left is a full bath w/ tub shower combo & adjacent Br 2 w/ laminate floors, ceiling fan and 2 windows. To the left is Br 3 w/ an ensuite full bath. A dedicated office w/ sleek French doors provides a sizable space for a plethora of uses. As you enter the main living area, the open floor plan unfolds. The distinguished living room is highlighted by can lights, ceiling fan, tray with Crown, and sliders that blanket the space in natural light & provide a view of the pool & pond. A glamorous formal dining area with ample space for a 6-person table is anchored by a chandelier & set against gold embellished accent wall. The designer GOURMET kitchen will impress w/ an abundance of 42’ solid wood Level 5 White Shaker Cabinets + drawers complimented by gold hardware, under cab lights, tile Backsplash, Stainless Steel Apron Front Sink w/ gold faucet and a showstopping elegant Quartz Counters all illuminated by can lights. Stainless appliances include Dishwasher, Café Range Gas cooktop, pot filler & Designer Hood. Walk in pantry with designer French door offers additional storage. Massive Island illuminated by 3 pendant lights will be a place to gather & entertain including 360 storage & seating for 4. Retreat to the extended primary Bedroom complimented by 3 bay windows that frame the pond, Hunter Douglas motorized shades & tray ceiling w/ fan. Spa-like Master Ensuite includes fine details like his & hers sink w/ Quartz counters, cabinet & drawers, oversized walk-in shower + a spacious walk-in closet offering beautiful built in -organization. Imagine watching the sunrise from your extended, covered lanai overlooking Huckleberry Pond. Host a BBQ with your luxurious outdoor kitchen featuring Grill, vented hood, sink & refrigerator & dine rain or shine under covered, shaded lanai. The heated, Saltwater pool is the perfect spot to relax & reset while enjoying private pond & wildlife views. *Water Softener* Laundry +Cabinets* Enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle at Esplanade featuring: Clubhouse, fitness center, Resort Style & Resistance Pool, Tennis Courts, Pickleball Courts, dog Park, Playground & social activities. Lawn & weed care included. Zoned for Magnet Starkey K8. Close to Restaurants, shopping, Golf Courses, Beaches & Tampa Airport. Enjoy an effortless lifestyle in this turnkey home!