Welcome to this remarkable Taylor Morrison 3/3 plus den (Lazio Model) in the highly desired Esplanade at Artisan Lakes. Located in North Manatee County, this home is move-in ready! The open floor plan looks out to a lush preserve that offers privacy while enjoying the extended outdoor living space. The professional landscaping and remote-controlled privacy shades on the cage creates a tranquil oasis while enjoying the heated chlorine pool and waterfall. Dip your toes in the pool while lounging on the sun shelf. Ten-foot ceilings, trays, crown molding and eight-foot solid-core doors throughout the home are a few of the many impressive builder options, including bullnose corner walls. The gourmet kitchen has a expansive kitchen island, five-burner gas cooktop, prep sink, and a custom-designed pantry-all a chef’s dream! The kitchen features soft-close drawers and roll-out shelves in cabinets. Bay windows with custom cornice and room darkening remote-controlled shades provides a view of the preserve from the main bedroom. The spacious walk-in main closet has generous storage and three tiers of hanging space. The study with pocket doors features custom wood shutters, and a built-in queen Murphy bed. The second bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower and room-darkening shades. The third bedroom has custom wood shutters and adjustable shelving in the closet. Countless phenomenal upgrades and finishes throughout! Full-house Generac generator and full-house surge protector, whole house security system, Cat 5-Hurricane rated remote-controlled storm shutters enclose the lanai living area along with a metal roll down hurricane shutter for the kitchen sliding door. Remote-controlled lanai awning provides additional shade to the living area. Five ceiling fans indoor and two outside, plus five smart televisions. U/V light on air handler improves indoor air quality. Laundry room includes built-in cabinets, a laundry room sink in addition to the washer and dryer. There is a full-house water softener and conditioner including reverse-osmosis water in the kitchen prep sink, upgraded Bosch dishwasher, and abundant storage space. Tandem two-car garage with sealed floors includes four generous overhead storage racks and a ceiling-mounted bike rack. New Leaf Filter gutter covers on gutters throughout and a screened entryway. This pet-free home has been immaculately and lovingly maintained by original owners with no expense spared and no detail overlooked. It is truly a move-in ready home, inside and out. Esplanade at Artisan Lakes is a gated resort community offering two pools, two hot tubs and a resistance pool. There are two amenity centers, a dog park, pickleball and tennis programs and classes, along with special interest groups and clubs. The wellness program includes strength and cardio equipment, fitness classes, personal training, and aquatic classes. Enjoy the spa services, social events, wine tastings, and cooking experiences. Yard maintenance and irrigation, cable/internet/wi-fi, are also included with the HOA. Esplanade has quick and convenient access to U.S. 41 and I-75 from Moccasin Wallow Road, with shopping and a new medical facility and hospital under construction just a mile away. Beautiful beaches at Siesta Key, Anna Maria Island and St. Petersburg can all be reached in under an hour.