9721 Highland Park PlacePalmetto, FL 34221Sale Price: $775,500

NOTE: One or more of the photos have been virtually staged. This wonderful home is located in the highly desirable Esplanade of Artisan Lakes in North Manatee County. This well-appointed Lazio home has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, a large den, 10' ceilings and 8' doors with beautiful wood grained plank laminate flooring throughout the home. This home has just been freshly painted and is move-in ready! There are tray ceilings and crown molding throughout the living area and in each of the bedrooms and den. It has a private pool, outdoor kitchen, a 2-car plus tandem garage with lots of built-in shelving. This home features an inviting open area combining the Gathering Room, the main Kitchen and the Dining Room. The gourmet kitchen features white cabinets with under-mounted lighting, and pull out shelves, a built-in oven/ microwave and a separate gas cooktop, GE Cafe series appliances and a large walk-in pantry. A large island features a beautiful quartz countertop and cabinets on both sides as well as pull out shelving for easy storage. The extended kitchen allows for additional cabinets and countertop area, perfect for a coffee/tea bar. The spacious owner's suite features a large triple window that looks out over the pool and screened-in Lanai. It has an en-suite bathroom with dual sinks, white cabinets, a large walk-in tiled shower and a walk-in closet that has been professionally designed with tons of built-ins to keep you well organized! The second bedroom has a walk-in closet and an en-suite bathroom with white cabinets and a walk-in shower. The third bedroom has a large bay window and a full guest bathroom adjacent to the bedroom. The bathroom has white cabinets and a tub/ shower combination. There is a pocket door off the entry that makes this a private suite if desired. All the bathrooms and laundry room have ceramic tiled floors. The Den/Office is a great space for a work space or hobby room . From the gathering room and kitchen, step through two sets of sliding door into your fabulous enlarged screened-in Lanai with an outdoor kitchen and a private pool! The outdoor kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and the grill is vented to the outside. The two-car tandem garage has an epoxy painted floor, plenty of room for storage and your new golf cart! Home ownership in the Esplanade entitles your family and guests to the full access of all of the wonderful resort lifestyle amenities. The community center has a “state -of-the-art” fitness center with an on-site lifestyle manager to coordinate special events and activities. As a homeowner, you will have access to the workout equipment, tennis courts, pickle ball courts, bocce ball, the gorgeous resort pool with cabanas , a hot tub and a resistance pool. There are walking trails, dog parks, a playground and a butterfly garden! Your HOA provides all of these amenities plus Cable T.V., Internet Services, and yard maintenance. Don't miss this rare opportunity to enjoy resort-style living at its best!