In 1910, real estate pioneer Bertha Palmer moved from her Chicago mansion to Florida for the specific purpose of acquiring the large plot of land known today as Palmer Ranch. Although not much development took place during her lifetime, the wealthy Mrs. Palmer always wished that her land investment in sunny Sarasota would one day feature refined communities where residents could enjoy the climate in a luxurious and playful setting.
Esplanade on Palmer Ranch is exactly the type of community that Mrs. Palmer had in mind. Developed by renowned home builder Taylor Morrison, this community features some of the most spectacular suburban estates in Palmer Ranch. Esplanade is Taylor Morrison’s luxury community imprint; the developer has thus far completed two of these upscale neighborhoods in Lakewood Ranch and one in Siesta Key.
The architectural style in Esplanade takes inspiration from Tuscan and Mediterranean design. Some of the models come from the Corte Villa collection; they feature two and three bedrooms built on living spaces that range between 1,689 and 2,740 square feet. An exclusive section of Esplanade is called Legacy Estates, and this is where you can find some of the most gorgeous real estate in Southwest Florida.
At Legacy Estates, the properties resemble Italian country estates, French manors and Mediterranean villas. These are magnificent homes that range between three and five bedrooms with up to four full bathrooms, and they boast sumptuous features such as smart home automation, internet-connected appliances, marble floors and counters, private swimming pool, gourmet kitchen, studio with panoramic view of a nature preserve, courtyard, sundeck, and outdoor kitchen.
As can be imagined, the amenities at Esplanade are designed to pamper residents and their guests. Taylor Morrison has injected luxury into everything from the resort-style swimming pool to the clubhouse and Bahama bar. Tennis courts, a dog park, nature trails, a bocce ball court, a fire pit, and a picnic area complete the amenities.
Esplanade on Palmer Ranch is close to the pristine Oscar Scherer State Park and the Legacy Trail. Driving to the beaches of Casey Key takes about 30 minutes.
