11496 BITOLA DRIVE Sensational opportunity to enjoy big waterfront views and all the amenities that the exclusive gated Esplanade at Starkey Ranch has to offer. This truly one of a kind expanded Lazio model has over 100k in upgrades and built with an unseen combination. Some of these add-ons such as a extended kitchen for breakfast nook and coffee bar, extended primary bedroom with bay window, 3 car tandem garage, and the guest bedroom with Ensuite acting as a second master bedroom split off with an enlarged walk-in organized closet. Entering the 3 bedroom plus large home office you are greeted with soaring 10 foot ceilings throughout this open concept 3 way split floor plan. The enormous family room is open to your dining room, gourmet kitchen, and breakfast nook all with an endless view of the water. This chef's dream kitchen has it all (gas cooktop, high end stainless steel appliances, entire coffee bar section, massive island with double sided cabinets and breakfast bar, crown molding, underlighting, and endless gleaming granite countertops for tons of space. The master suite features a wall of bay windows with more water views, tray ceiling wrapped in crown molding, a spa-like bathroom with rain shower, his/her vanities and a make-up counter. All of this flows into the spacious walk-in organized custom closet. The outdoor living space is plumbed and ready for your outdoor kitchen and features a gas fireplace, wired for tv with the best views in the neighborhood. This screened space is ready to host your Super Bowl party yet transforms into a perfect peaceful oasis to enjoy the sun rising over the endless lake with a warm cup of coffee. A few of the upgrades includes crown molding, tray ceilings, wainscoting, 8 foot doors, bay windows, walk-in master & guest bedroom custom wood closets, gas cooktop, gas tankless hot water heater, gas outdoor fireplace, widened pavered driveway, 3 car tandem garage, fresh exterior paint, and just too many more upgrades to mention here. I dare say this home is better than a model home. You are a 3 minute walk to the clubhouse with its luxury array of amenities available only to the Esplanade neighborhood. Enjoy the RESORT STYLE POOL WITH CABANAS, fire pit, fitness center, catering kitchen, billiard/pool room, club/craft room, dog park and all the other amenities Starkey Ranch has to offer. Let’s not forget that this is a maintenance free community, so leave your lawn equipment behind! The perfect home in the perfect location. Hesitate…. And you will be too late!