One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Location, Location, Location — Minutes to world-famous Siesta Key Beach and all that culturally rich Sarasota offers: Theater, Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Ringling Museum to mention a few, fine and casual dining, Main Street shopping, UTC Mall, Legacy Trail, SRQ airport, hospital, and I-75. This attractive, split-plan 2-bedroom + den, 2-bath villa sits in Esplanade by Siesta Key a gated, maintenance-free community with resort-style amenities: heated zero-entry pool with lap lane, heated spa, pickleball, tennis, bocce, grass volleyball/badminton court, firepit, fitness center, community room with kitchen, fenced dog park and full-time property manager. HOA covers exterior maintenance, landscaping and roof care. The open great room plan flows to a screened, extended lanai with water views — perfect for entertaining, sunsets and bird watching. Primary suite features an ensuite bath with built-in shower bench, private water closet, dual-sink granite vanity. Guest bedroom with ensuite bath. Dining room includes a custom mirrored buffet with upper and lower cabinetry. The den is ideal for a home office, library or craft room. Upgrades and interior highlights: Mohawk wood plank flooring, new carpeting in bedrooms, large tile in kitchen, baths and laundry, tray ceilings in living and dining rooms, crown molding, recessed lighting, granite bath counters, Corian kitchen counters with integrated sink, tile backsplash with listello tile accent, custom kitchen and laundry cabinets (laundry includes utility sink), custom bedroom closets, ceiling fans, custom garage storage, plantation shutters, hurricane panels and security system. Located on a cul-de-sac with an extra long paver driveway. ALL information is believed to be accurate, but must be verified by the buyer and the buyer's agent* Don’t miss this dream home in Sarasota.