This is the outstanding lazio model you have been looking for. Located in the highly regarded gated 55+ community of the esplanade at highland ranch in the rolling hills of clermont. You will also discover many structural and design upgrades. Upon entry you will be greeted by an absolutely gorgeous open see through floor plan. This 3 bedroom, 3 bath, 2,449 sq ft one story lazio with a bay window in the primary suite also has generous room sizes all situated on a great lot in a community with resort style amenities. The open kitchen with the gourmet upgrade features built in upgraded stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops throughout, soft close kitchen drawers and doors, roll out shelves, under counter double trash roll out, back splash, pendant lighting over a beautiful island with front facing cabinetry for additional storage and breakfast bar. You will also appreciate the 42" solid wood cabinetry throughout the home and large corner walk in pantry. You are sure to be impressed with the generous size of the primary suite with a bay window area and crown molding. The primary en suite offers a large walk in shower, comfort height double sink vanity, separate water closet and an oversized walk in closet. Bedroom 2 has its very own en suite for the convenience of your guests and bedroom 3 is adjacent to bathroom 3. There is also an additional flex space that can accommodate a office/den/study or a separate sitting room. The laundry room includes the washer, dryer, sink and cabinets for your storage needs. Some of the offered upgrades are upgraded ceramic tile in the main living areas, and laminate plank in the bedrooms. This home has no carpet, upgraded primary en suite wall tile with listello accents and floor tile, 10 foot ceilings, 8" interior doors, tray ceilings in the foyer, oversize trim, crown molding throughout the main living areas and flex room, plantation shutters, motorized shades on the sliding glass doors, upgraded cabinetry throughout, "a" exterior elevation, rain gutters, professionally applied garage floor coating, r 38 ceiling insulation, foam filled insulation in the block walls in the living areas, radiant attic barrier, gas tankless hot water heater, comfort height toilets throughout, additional ceiling lighting, ceiling fans, tandem garage with a side garage entry door and ceiling storage racks, an under roof screened lanai with a gas line for your grill. Resort style community amenities include clubhouse, pool, spa, resistance pool, clay tennis and bocce' courts, 4 pickle ball courts (all sports courts are lighted for nighttime play), fire pit, movement studio, activities, clubs, billiards & more. Don't forget the dog park for your furry family members too! Close to the new advent health hospital (under construction to open in early 2026), south lake hospital, va, medical offices, ntc (national training center), shopping & dining. Miles of biking/walking trails for your outdoor endeavors and a 15 minute drive to either downtown clermont or winter garden for more enjoyment and farmers market's. For your traveling convenience, the esplanade at highland ranch is a few minutes to the florida turnpike where oia and attractions are about 35 minutes away, as well as dr phillips famed restaurant row. Hoa includes lawn/shrub care, fertilizing, irrigation maintenance as well as the amenities. This home is an absolute must see! The esplanade at highland ranch does not have a cdd