Why wait when you can live the Esplanade Golf and Country Club dream now? Experience resort-style and maintenance-free living in this gated and highly sought after community. located in Bradenton/Lakewood Ranch, FL. First time on the market, this beautiful and rare home has been meticulously maintained inside and out. Located on the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, enjoy gorgeous sunrises, peaceful water views, and a bird sanctuary from the extended screened lanai. With no homes or golf cart path behind you, relax and unwind with a glass of wine in your private hot tub. This home boasts not only waterfront views, but also, mature trees and lush vegetation from the lanai, great room, kitchen, and master bedroom. With 1,926 SF, this popular "Arezzo" floor plan includes three bedrooms, two baths, an office/den, spacious walk-in closets, plus a bright and open great room perfect for entertaining. The roomy gourmet kitchen includes 42" wh cabinetry with molding, under-mount lighting, stainless steel appliances, gas convection double oven, quartz counter height tops, subway tile backsplash, pantry, and tons of storage. Other upgrades included, select plantation shutters and solar shades, versatile built-in cabinetry in the office, quartz in the bathrooms, ceiling fans, tray ceilings, and neutral tile floors set on a diagonal in the living areas. This home features a 4' garage extension, car charging outlet, seamless gutters, garage cabinets and organizational system, and laundry room with sink. For added protection and peace of mind, the home includes hurricane impact glass and accordion shutters throughout the house. Living in Esplanade is like being on vacation every day. The community is built around healthy living and living well with unlimited exercise and social options. Esplanade offers a wide array of amenities and activities such as an 18-hole championship golf course, two resort pools, hot tubs, resistance pool, pickleball, tennis, bocce ball, two fitness centers, exercise classes, two dog parks, playground, firepit, spa/salon, an on-site lifestyle director, social events, and various clubs. The state-of-the-art Culinary Center offers residents several dining options such as the Barrel House Bistro, Bahama Bar, and Pizza Cafe, as well as catering services, cooking demonstrations/classes, wine tastings, and special events. Esplanade is located in the heart of Lakewood Ranch, close to I-75, Lakewood Ranch Main St., University Town Center, Sarasota Polo Club, shopping, dining, entertainment, hospitals, cultural attractions, boating, parks, and Florida's famous sandy beaches. This is a non-golf home. Pay to play golf.