14726 EAGLE BRANCH Drive Welcome to the remarkable 14726 Eagle Branch Drive located within the gated community of Talon Preserve. This stunning home combines distinctive architecture, versatile living spaces, and exceptional outdoor entertaining. This exceptional Layton Grande two-story residence features 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and a three-car garage with a 4-foot extension, showcasing extensive builder upgrades and seller customizations. Approximately 12-foot first-floor ceilings and soaring 13-foot tray and coffered ceiling add architectural elegance to this floor-plan. Double entry doors open to a dramatic two-story foyer with a tray ceiling and expansive clear-glass transom windows. Designer fluted accent walls and custom wood ceiling details add distinctive character. The open-concept living and dining areas feature a custom built-in bookshelf and media center surrounding the television, complemented by an electric fireplace. The gourmet kitchen boasts a 48-inch built-in KitchenAid refrigerator, double stacked cabinetry with illuminated glass-front doors, wall oven and microwave, cooktop, and a large quartz island with additional cabinets and shelving. The quartz countertops extend up as the backsplash for an elegant and seamless finish. The pantry features custom shelving and is set up to accommodate a secondary refrigerator. Pocket doors enclose a private guest wing with two bedrooms flanking a full bathroom. A third guest bedroom near the garage has an adjacent full bathroom with a walk-in shower. All bathrooms feature under-cabinet lighting and illuminated mirrors, while guest bedroom closets provide additional shelving and lighting. The spacious primary suite overlooks the pool and lanai through expansive windows. The primary bathroom features under-cabinet lighting, and the walk-in closet includes custom built-in shelving. The dedicated laundry room includes a utility sink, countertops with space for folding, shelving, and cabinetry. Upstairs, an open overlook captures views of the foyer and expansive windows. Under-stair storage accommodates household essentials. The large bonus room offers flexibility for an office, game room, or additional living space. An additional bedroom and full bathroom provide privacy for guests, while extra storage near the upstairs utility room adds convenience. Expansive impact glass, pocket sliding doors open to a private outdoor retreat featuring a custom saltwater pool with spill-over spa and additional water features, generous sun shelf, and custom outdoor kitchen. A pool bath enhances entertaining convenience. Pet owners will appreciate the side-yard dog run enclosed by a four-foot wrought-iron fence. Talon Preserve offers resort-style amenities, including a heated pool with rock waterfall and splash pad, spa, full-service restaurant and bar, approximately 18, 000-square-foot clubhouse, state-of-the-art fitness center, arcade, eight pickleball courts, tennis and bocce courts, fire-pit area, and dog park. Conveniently located near Oscar Scherer State Park, Nokomis and Siesta Key beaches, Legacy Trail, Sarasota Memorial Hospital, championship golf courses, I-75, and downtown Sarasota, Venice, and Wellen Park. Community information and governing documents are available. Buyers should verify all information with the HOA.