Experience refined Florida living in this EXTENSIVELY UPGRADED TAYLOR MORRISON LAZIO model, ideally situated on an OVERSIZED WATER-VIEW HOMESITE in the gated community of ESPLANADE AT ARTISAN LAKES. With only one adjacent neighbor and a landscaped berm on the opposite side, this thoughtfully designed residence offers enhanced privacy, tranquil water views, and an exceptional blend of luxury, comfort, and functionality. The open-concept floor plan showcases extensive crown molding, updated designer lighting throughout, custom feature walls in the family room, dining room, and den, an electric fireplace, and bamboo flooring throughout the bedrooms. The gourmet kitchen is thoughtfully appointed with LEVEL 5 CABINETRY, an oversized island featuring custom knee-wall cabinetry, a BUILT-IN ISLAND WINE COOLER, a CUSTOM WALK-IN PANTRY, and generous prep space designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The adjoining CUSTOM LAUNDRY ROOM provides additional cabinetry and organization, while the spacious primary suite features a CUSTOM-DESIGNED WALK-IN CLOSET and a beautifully appointed en-suite bath. Additional enhancements include an OVERSIZED 3-CAR GARAGE WITH A 4-FOOT EXTENSION, CENTRAL VACUUM, HOT WATER ON DEMAND, a water softener loop, an upgraded front entry door, and an extended covered lanai that seamlessly connects the indoor and outdoor living areas. Designed for Florida's year-round lifestyle, the outdoor living space features a CUSTOM POOL WITH A SUN SHELF, SPA, AND FIRE PIT, all overlooking serene water views. The OUTDOOR KITCHEN ROUGH-IN, complete with gas, electric, and plumbing connections, provides the flexibility to create a custom outdoor kitchen tailored to your lifestyle. Residents of ESPLANADE AT ARTISAN LAKES enjoy resort-style amenities, including a clubhouse, fitness center, resort-style pool and spa, TENNIS, PICKLEBALL, AND BOCCE BALL COURTS, walking trails, dog parks, and an active social calendar. Conveniently located near I-75, the community provides easy access to St. Petersburg, Tampa, Sarasota, Gulf Coast beaches, shopping, dining, entertainment, major airports, and a variety of public, charter, and private educational opportunities. With its extensive custom upgrades, thoughtfully designed floor plan, desirable water-view homesite, and exceptional outdoor living spaces, this beautifully appointed residence offers a rare opportunity to own one of the community's most distinctive TAYLOR MORRISON LAZIO homes.