15228 DERNA TERRACE Under contract-accepting backup offers. This stunning residence will impress the most discerning buyers with numerous custom upgrades and unobstructed lake and golf views. The large golf deeded lot has the ideal south facing lanai overlooking the 16th green. Located in the highly desirable Esplanade at Azario in Lakewood Ranch, this very popular and no longer available to build Beacon floor plan is designed to create the perfect space for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. As you approach the glass front entry doors, you will be drawn inside by the light and bright open floor plan and the first glimpses of the breathtaking outdoors beyond. You will quickly notice the soaring 12-foot ceilings, crown molding, designer lighting and fans, the addition of numerous canned lights, 8 foot doors, 24 inch porcelain floor tile throughout and the abundance of windows that bathe the rooms in abundant natural light. The great room has a custom designed coffered ceiling and pocketing sliders that open to the expansive paver lanai where you can relax in your heated Pebble Tec pool and spa, grill burgers on your complete custom outdoor kitchen, or enjoy the beautiful water and golf views through your panoramic screen. The lanai also features a large covered area with motorized hurricane screens that inspire confidence in any kind of weather. The dining room with custom shiplap tray ceiling and designer chandelier offers an appealing space to dine and entertain family and friends. Sure to delight the avid cook, the gourmet kitchen includes an impressive Cambria quartz island and countertops accentuated by a subway tile backsplash. The brilliant white wood cabinetry features stacked upper cabinets with glass doors and lighting, soft-close drawers and pullouts, under-cabinet lighting, designer pendant lights, upgraded GE Cafe stainless appliance package and a large walk-in pantry with custom designed built-ins. Corner aquarium windows and the designer chandelier brighten the breakfast nook which overlooks the deck and pool. There is a bonus room at the rear of the home with beautiful lake and golf course views and pocketing slider access to the lanai and pool. The luxurious owner’s suite also has lake and golf views with direct access to the lanai for convenient pool access. It includes two walk-in closets with custom built-ins, dual vanities, garden tub and frameless walk-in shower. Additional rooms include a den with French doors being used as an office, two guest bedrooms with walk-in closets and en-suite bathrooms, a half bath and laundry room with custom cabinetry. The three car side-entry garage has battery back-up and an epoxy coated floor. Additional features include a large custom designed mud room with storage and bench seating, impact glass and hurricane shutters, professionally designed landscaping with outdoor up lighting, Culligan water filtration and softener system, alarm system, home-wide surge protector, three zone HVAC system with UV lighting, tankless water heater and CAT-5 cable throughout. Esplanade at Azario is an exceptional resort style community offering numerous amenities including an 18 hole championship golf course, pro shop and Bunker Bar, aqua driving range, 16 pickleball courts, 6 Har-Tru tennis courts, bocce ball, clubhouse, resort style pool, Bahama Bar, Wellness Center with salon and spa, Culinary Center with teaching kitchen coming soon, state of the art Fitness Center, Community Garden, and a secure gated entrance. Enjoyment and comfort await you!