STRIKE WHILE THE IRON IS HOT! The seller has IMPROVED THE PRICE and is now offering $10,000 IN FLEX CASH AT CLOSING-giving you the flexibility to use it toward closing costs, a rate buy-down, or other allowable expenses. Welcome to 5007 Serata Drive in Esplanade at Lakewood Ranch, where resort-inspired living meets the privacy and tranquility of an oversized homesite. Beautifully maintained, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with a study offers an open, light-filled floor plan designed for comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining. The spacious kitchen, dining and living areas flow seamlessly together and open to an extended screened lanai overlooking lush landscaping, a butterfly garden and serene nature views. With no home directly behind you, and only a neighbor on one side, the oversized yard creates a peaceful tropical setting for morning coffee, outdoor dining or relaxing at the end of the day. Thoughtful structural upgrades include the extended screened patio and the study, an upgrade valued at $14,440. French doors make the study an ideal home office, music room, library or hobby space. The spacious primary suite offers a generous walk-in closet and en-suite bath with dual vanities and a walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, while the second full bath offers convenient private access from Bedroom 3. Esplanade at Lakewood Ranch is known for an exceptional resort-style lifestyle. Residents enjoy three resort pools, two clubhouses and fitness centers, a spa and salon, tennis and pickleball, two dog parks, walking trails, social clubs and a vibrant calendar of activities and events. On-site dining includes the Bahama Bar and Barrel House Bistro. This maintenance-free home includes lawn care and provides access to Esplanade's social amenities, fitness facilities, tennis and pickleball WITHOUT requiring a golf membership. Golf is available on a pay-as-you-play basis. Ideally located in the heart of Lakewood Ranch, you'll be minutes from outstanding dining, shopping, golf, recreation, sporting venues and Florida's beautiful Gulf Coast beaches. More than a home, 5007 Serata Drive offers the opportunity to enjoy the Esplanade lifestyle while coming home to your own private tropical retreat. With an improved price AND $10,000 in seller flex cash, this is an opportunity worth seeing. Schedule your private showing today.