Prepare to be captivated by this executive-style pool home in Montverde's Colina Bay. The Tara model by Meritage Homes features 4 beds, 3.5 baths + office, upstairs loft & 3-car tandem garage. Upon entering the home, you are greeted by high ceilings and a wide foyer flanked by a private office w/ French doors, half bath and additional pocket office/flex space offering great, functional work spaces. Your new home includes an impressive gourmet kitchen w/ abundant upgraded cabinetry & counter space, SS appliances, dual ovens/dishwashers, gas cooktop w/ pot-filler, walk-in pantry, upper/under cabinet lighting and a huge center island that overlooks the casual dining area and spacious family room. Off the kitchen is a butler pantry, formal dining room and a large family room w/ French door access to the expansive lanai/pool area boasting an extensive covered patio, outdoor summer kitchen, gas grill & firepit. On the 2nd floor, you are welcomed by an immense loft area that splits the Owners Suite from the secondary bedrooms. The Owners Suite features 2 large walk-in closets and a spacious master bath (dual granite vanities, garden tub, separate shower) that has a pass-thru to the laundry room. On the opposite side of the loft is a full bathroom w/ dual sinks, shower/tub and the remaining 3 bedrooms, which include an en-suite bedroom w/ full bath and 2 add'l bedrooms all w/ over-sized closets. Located minutes from the Florida Turnpike, Colina Bay features gated privacy, large home sites plus top-rated schools.