Welcome to this beautifully upgraded one-story Taylor Morrison home for rent in the gated community of ESPLANADE AT THE HEIGHTS. This spacious 3-bedroom + BONUS ROOM, 3-bath, 3-car tandem garage home offers the popular Lazio split floor plan on a premium corner lot with 50 feet of pond frontage. As you enter, an inviting open floor plan greets you with soaring cathedral, tray, and vaulted ceilings, crown molding, and luxury vinyl flooring throughout the main living areas. The kitchen features stone countertops, a large center island with counter seating, soft-close cabinetry, a built-in convection oven, a cooktop with range hood, and a sunny breakfast nook. The primary suite is a private retreat with tranquil pond views, a walk-in closet with custom shelving, and a spa-like ensuite bath with split vanities, dual sinks, stone counters, and an oversized walk-in shower. A second bedroom has its own ensuite bath, ideal for guests, while a third bedroom and full bath sit privately on their own wing. A versatile bonus room offers space for a home office, media room, or playroom, whatever fits your lifestyle. A dedicated laundry room with washer and dryer included completes the interior. Step outside to the enclosed Florida room and covered lanai overlooking a private backyard with mature, manicured landscaping and peaceful water views. Esplanade at the Heights offers resort-style amenities including a clubhouse, heated pool, fitness center, tennis courts, dog park, playground, and scenic walking paths, with grounds care included in your rent. Zoned for A-rated Tara Elementary, Braden River Middle, and Braden River High, and just minutes from I-75, UTC shopping and dining, Lakewood Ranch, downtown Sarasota, and the Gulf beaches. Annual Rent: $4,200/month | Seasonal Rent: $5,200/month | Lease term: 12-month or seasonal