Price cut!! **$25,000 buyer credit towards closing costs w/acceptable offer and can be used to buy down interest rate or cover closings costs. **motivated seller** almost new hoa approved golf cart included with the sale ($20k retail value). Price reduction plus buyer incentives add up to $100,000 in savings. Discover the highly desirable pallazio floor plan situated on one of the best homesites offering full golf membership, appealing southern exposure, and endless golf course vistas in the private and highly coveted esplanade golf & country club at lakewood ranch. Upon entering the grand foyer through double doors, you are greeted by adorned columns, a tray ceiling, and soaring ceilings flowing into the expansive open concept great room featuring crown molding, a tray ceiling, and recessed lighting, bathed in natural light from the disappearing pocket sliding doors opening to the lanai overlooking an amazing 40 pool, ideal for swimming laps or leisurely enjoyment. The gourmet kitchen showcases cambria quartz countertops, a decorative crema marfil marble backsplash, and a suite of stainless steel appliances, including a natural gas cooktop and built in oven. The oversized island, highlighted by chic pendant lighting, offers ample storage cabinets and is perfect for meal preparation and entertaining. A wine refrigerator adds a luxurious touch to the extended kitchen, which includes a separate breakfast area with sliding glass doors opening to the lanai. The grand primary bedroom, secluded from the guest rooms, has been extended and features a spacious en suite bathroom with dual sinks, a frameless glass shower, a soaking tub, a private water closet, and a large primary closet. Two guest bedrooms one with an en suite bathroom featuring a frameless glass shower and quartz countertops, and another with access to a separate bathroom with quartz countertops and a shower/tub combinationprovide comfort and privacy. The generously sized study/den, accessed through newer double doors, offers a versatile space for work and can be easily converted into a fourth bedroom. Outside, the extended screened lanai offers a generous covered area and an expansive paver deck with endless golf course views, inviting you to enjoy florida's outdoor lifestyle. Motorized hurricane screens add convenience and protection. The driveway was professionally extended to accommodate three cars, ensuring ample space for residents and guests alike. Additional benefits include a roomy laundry room with a built in utility sink, under cabinet storage, a drop zone, and garage access, while the epoxy floored two car garage boasts multiple overhead storage racks. The gated community offers a wealth of amenities, including an 18 hole championship golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, two fitness centers, two resort style pools, a full service spa with a salon, on site dining at the bahama bar and the more sophisticated barrel house bistro offering fine dining and cooking classes, bocce ball, a bark park, and endless scheduled events that will fill your social calendar. Lawn maintenance are included in the hoa fees. The award winning lakewood ranch offers a variety of shopping and dining options and is located near university town center, the polo club, local farmers markets, over 150 miles of trails and parks, famous beaches, and srq and tpa airports. Dont miss this opportunity to own this meticulously designed home in one of florida's premier communities.