3778 SANTA CATERINA BOULEVARD LAKEWOOD RANCH FL 34211 MLS #A4615326 | Gary Kusher | Florida Real Estate

Under contract-accepting backup offers. This stunning residence will impress the most discerning buyers with numerous upgrades and picturesque lake and golf views. The golf-deeded lot has the ideal south-facing lanai overlooking the fairway for the second hole. In the highly desirable Esplanade at Azario, this popular three-bedroom, three-bath with den, Lazio floor plan is designed to create the ideal space for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. As you approach the glass front entry door, you will be drawn inside by the light and bright open floor plan and the first glimpses of the breathtaking outdoors beyond. You will quickly notice the upgraded 10-foot ceilings, decorative crown molding, designer lighting and fans, and abundance of windows and sliders that bathe the rooms in natural light. Sure to delight the avid cook, the gourmet kitchen includes an impressive quartz island and countertops accentuated by a subway tile backsplash. Your brilliant white wood cabinetry features soft-close drawers and doors with sliding pullouts, under-cabinet lighting, designer pendant lights and upgraded GE Café stainless appliance package. There is an abundance of additional kitchen storage with the casual dining extension and island knee wall cabinet upgrades along with a large walk-in pantry with custom-designed built-ins. The expansive great room has a tray ceiling with crown molding and sliders equipped with motorized shades that open to the extended lanai where you can relax, grill burgers on your custom outdoor kitchen, or enjoy the beautiful golf and water views. The large lanai also features travertine pavers, no-see-um screening, retractable sunshades and designer ceiling fans to create a pleasurable experience in any kind of weather. The dining room is adorned with designer lighting and offers an appealing space to dine and entertain family and friends. The luxurious owner’s suite includes a bay window extension which provides wonderful lake and golf views. It also offers a tray ceiling, a large walk-in closet with custom built-ins, dual vanities and frameless walk-in shower. Additional rooms include a den with French doors being used as an office and a guest bedroom with walk-in closet, a Murphy bed and en-suite bath with a frameless glass shower. There is also a second guest bedroom with the bay window extension, an adjacent third bath, and a laundry room with a utility sink and abundant wall cabinetry. The two-car tandem garage offers extra space for a workshop or storage. Additional features include impact windows, plantation shutters, 8-foot interior doors, tankless water heater, professionally designed landscaping and an alarm system. Esplanade at Azario is an exceptional resort-style community offering numerous amenities including an 18-hole championship golf course, pro shop and Bunker Bar, aqua driving range, 16 pickleball courts, six Har-Tru tennis courts, bocce ball, clubhouse, resort-style pool, Bahama bar, wellness center with salon and spa, culinary center with teaching kitchen coming soon, state-of-the-art fitness center, community garden and a secure gated entrance. It is near world-class dining and shopping at the University Town Center Mall, medical facilities and Interstate 75. It is a short drive to historic downtown Sarasota with its culture and charm, the beautiful beaches of Siesta Key as well as the shops of St Armands Circle. Take a tour of this amazing gem before it’s gone!