Discover unparalleled luxury and modern convenience in this stunning three-bedroom, three-bath home in the sought-after gated community of Esplanade North at Artisan Lakes. With over $160,000 in additional upgrades to the base model of the home, go inside and be greeted by soaring 10-foot ceilings and impressive 8-foot doors throughout that create a grand, open atmosphere. The heart of the home is a gourmet kitchen featuring sleek Silestone quartz counters and backsplash, and the highest-level cabinetry package offered with crown molding, underlighting, decorative trim work and soft-close features. This chef's dream includes a high-end GE Café appliance package with built-in convection oven, microwave, wine fridge, gas cooktop, and a custom stainless steel range hood, all complemented by an oversized island with extra storage, and dry bar/coffee bar added with the builder’s casual dining extension upgrade bundle. Every bedroom offers the privacy of an en suite bath, including the primary suite which boasts an oversized closet and a luxurious walk-in shower with frameless glass, floor-to-ceiling horizontal dark gray tile, and Pebblecycle mosaic floor tile. Thoughtful design is evident throughout, from the elegant tray ceiling with crown molding in the foyer, to the versatile flex room area adjacent to the dining space which could be utilized as an office or playroom. Enjoy a seamless flow of wood-like ceramic tile flooring throughout, an oversized laundry room with striking dark blue cabinetry and blue accent tile flooring, and a commitment to modern efficiency with a tankless water heater and zoned irrigation system. Outdoor living is perfected on the extended covered lanai, pre-wired for electronics. Additional upgrades include a frosted glass entry door, upgraded exterior flood lights, and a Vitex smart home security system. This spectacular residence comes complete with a tile roof, an attached oversized two-car garage, custom garage attic stairs, additional flush-mounted LED can-lighting throughout the interior and exterior of the home, and the thoughtful addition of a pocket door separating the front bedroom suite. Living in Esplanade North means enjoying a resort-style lifestyle within the larger Artisan Lakes master-planned community. The Esplanade subdivision is a gated portion of the community where residents benefit from a wealth of world-class amenities centered around a lavish clubhouse, which features social spaces and a dedicated full-time lifestyle manager who organizes community events and activities. Key amenities designed for an active and social life include a resort-style pool with a spa and an additional resistance pool, a fully equipped fitness center, an aerobics/dance studio, and a day spa offering massage treatment rooms, multiple courts for tennis, bocce ball, and pickleball, a clubhouse with gathering space, a catering kitchen, a fire pit area for evening socializing, miles of scenic walking and biking trails, and a dedicated dog park for pets. All this, with easy access to Interstate 75 for drives to Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, as well as the finest beaches the Gulf side has to offer.