Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to Esplanade on Palmer Ranch, one of Sarasota’s premier gated communities offering a true resort lifestyle. This well-appointed Lazio Model lakefront home combines elegance, comfort, and luxury finishes throughout is being sold Turnkey furnished. Step inside this spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence with tandem garage and you’ll immediately notice the attention to detail. Hurricane-impact windows & Storm Smart Shade providing whole house protection and peace of mind, while upgraded lighting, tray ceilings, and crown molding add sophistication. Beautiful laminate flooring flows seamlessly through the home, complemented by matching cabinetry and high-end quartz finishes. The gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring a large island with seating, GE stainless steel appliances, gas cooking with a pot filler, soft-close drawers, deep storage, and a custom pantry. The open layout makes this home perfect for entertaining family and friends. The primary suite offers a tranquil retreat with a bay-window sitting area overlooking the serene lake and lanai. A custom-designed walk-in closet adds both style and functionality. The expansive lanai is the ultimate outdoor living space, designed for year-round enjoyment. Highlights include travertine flooring, wide-screen enclosure, a full outdoor kitchen with grill, sink, refrigerator, and vent hood, plus a fire pit. Enjoy the oversized heated cocktail spa—nearly the size of a small pool—or relax in the covered seating area, perfect for watching sports or sipping your favorite beverage. Additional upgrades include epoxy garage flooring, solar panels that keep the average electric bill around $38 per month. The tandem garage offers extra space for a golf cart. Living in Esplanade on Palmer Ranch is like being on vacation every day. This Taylor Morrison signature community provides a full calendar of activities led by a Lifestyle Director, along with resort-style amenities that include a pool and spa, an elegant amenity center with wellness services and catering kitchen, a fitness center and activity rooms, tennis, pickleball, and bocce courts, dog parks, fire pits, walking trails, and private access to the Legacy Bike Trail. Residents also enjoy the convenience of the on-site Bahama Bar with full-service restaurant and bar. With lawn maintenance included, this is the perfect lock-and-leave home for seasonal or year-round living. Conveniently located near world-famous Siesta Key Beach, shopping, dining, hospitals, and downtown Sarasota, this vibrant and friendly community is one of the most desirable addresses in Palmer Ranch. Don’t miss your chance to live in a true resort-style community where the amenity center is across the street. Schedule your private showing today!