11477 Bitola Drive

Description

This stunning home is located in the gated Esplanade at Starkey Ranch, offering exceptional curb appeal with a Spanish tile roof and a timed irrigation system that keeps the gardens thriving year-round. The HOA meticulously maintains the lush tropical common areas, ensuring a pristine and welcoming environment. Step through the elegant translucent Water Reed glass front door into an expansive foyer featuring a tray ceiling with crown molding. The open-concept floor plan boasts 10-foot ceilings, luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, and warm, inviting tones. A separate formal dining room or sitting area and an eat-in kitchen space provide flexible living options. The spacious primary suite includes a large ensuite bath with walk-in shower and a custom-finished walk-in closet. Custom window treatments throughout the home include Plantation shutters in the front room (ideal as an office or bedroom) and Hunter Douglas top-down/bottom-up shades, allowing abundant natural light with a clean, modern look. A private guest suite on the left side of the home offers a generous bedroom and full ensuite bath. The hallway to the garage includes a convenient half bath and a large laundry room equipped with Maytag appliances. The kitchen flows seamlessly around a large granite island and features a glossy herringbone tile backsplash, GE microwave and gas range, and a Bosch stainless steel French-door refrigerator. A whole-home water softener and reverse osmosis system are connected to the refrigerator’s water dispenser. In true Florida style, the living room opens through disappearing pocket sliders to an expansive 18’ x 26’ lanai, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Enjoy remote-controlled ceiling fans and lights under the covered area, along with a panoramic screened enclosure and custom Nebula LED overhead lighting that creates a stunning ambiance against sunset views. Esplanade residents enjoy resort-style amenities, including a concierge, clubhouse with 24-hour fitness center, resort and lap pools, resistance pool, spa, fire pit, grills, dog parks, billiards room, pickleball and tennis courts. This award-winning community features 22 miles of trails and 800 acres of conservation, adjacent to the 18,000-acre JB Starkey Wilderness Preserve. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, beaches, and Tampa International Airport, this home offers a prime location, exceptional craftsmanship, and modern comforts for a truly carefree Florida lifestyle. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a gem in the Esplanade community. Owner financing is available.