Discover refined Florida living in this 2024-built villa where modern elegance meets everyday comfort in the sought-after, maintenance-free community of Esplanade at The Heights. Welcome to a gated neighborhood offering premier amenities and an ideal location, where this popular Ibis twin villa by Taylor Morrison shines with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a study/den that can easily convert into a third bedroom. Numerous upgrades throughout add both style and function. For added peace of mind, the IMPACT windows and sliding glass doors provide energy efficiency, create a peaceful environment, and eliminate the need for storm shutters—ideal for seasonal owners. The Gathering Room showcases a side front door, multiple windows, an elegant tray ceiling with recessed lighting, and sliders opening to an extended screened-in lanai with serene preserve views. The designer kitchen features natural gas cooking, a charming farmhouse sink, generous quartz counter space, a customized pantry closet, and pull-out drawers, all enhanced by natural light from a picturesque window. The adjacent dining area is adorned with a tray ceiling and stylish chandelier. The primary suite at the rear includes a tray ceiling, laminate flooring, and an en-suite bathroom with a frameless shower door and spacious closet. The second bedroom, also with laminate flooring, includes an en-suite bath and is near the study/den, which features pocket doors for privacy and a tray ceiling with recessed lighting. The laundry room boasts a new sink and storage cabinet ideal for folding, along with newer washer and dryer units. Additional touches include 8-foot doors, smart home features, and chic pendant lighting over the breakfast bar. The two-car garage offers epoxy flooring and a reinforced storm-rated garage door. The vibrant community lifestyle includes a central clubhouse with an on-site spa, fitness center, and full-time Lifestyle Manager organizing social events. Outdoor amenities abound with a resort-style heated pool, cabana, and lighted courts for tennis, pickleball, and bocce ball. Residents also enjoy scenic trails on Mount Tumalo, fitness stations, a Bark Park, and a wide array of clubs and interest groups. Conveniently located near top-rated schools, UTC shopping and dining, downtown Sarasota and Bradenton, I-75, and Gulf Coast beaches—plus, with no CDD fee, this is luxury living at its best.