16849 FLORENCE VIEW DRIVE, MONTVERDE, FL 34756

There’s almost as much outdoor living area as indoor space surrounding this exquisitely -designed 5 bed, 3.5 bath beauty. You have a front porch as well as two in the back that stretch the entire length of the home. The top balcony includes a pass-thru stone bar top, ceiling fans and killer water views. Down below, the entire lanai is screened in, with room for an outdoor kitchen, fire pit as well as lounging & dining areas. That’s all before you step out to the terrace surrounding the resort-style pool [with a Baja shelf!]. But why would you spend all your time outside when you’ve got a home with upgrades like this: Soaring ceilings, level-5 drywall finish throughout, shiplap paneling, custom closet shelving, Feiss lighting, solid wood doors as well as beautiful crown molding and custom built-in millwork. Through the double front doors, the stunning open-concept main floor includes a large living room [with a fireplace] and dining room anchored by the huge kitchen that opens up to the balcony. The kitchen has a large island with a farmhouse sink, a butler’s pantry, an appliance garage, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and tons of cabinet space [with soft-close drawers/doors]. Down the hall, the master has a tray ceiling and offers access to the balcony. Through the barn doors, the expansive master bath includes a make-up area and double vanities with vessel sinks [with Brizio hardware]. Of course, you can’t miss the masterpiece freestanding soaking tub as well as a corner walk-in shower with Fiandre tile & pebble rock accents. The 2 first floor bedrooms share a large Jack-and-Jill bathroom with double sinks and a separate tub area. Still need more room? Head down to the lower level, where you’ll find another 2 bedrooms, a gym, and a huge rec room with a kitchenette that opens up to the lanai. There’s also a full bathroom with an all-important door to the pool area. At your housewarming pool party, your guests will have plenty of parking (oversized 2-car garage, parking pad and pull-thru driveway) and you can corral all their shoes & gear in the large drop zone/mud room. One more bonus!: Even Fido gets pampered in this home, as there is a dog bath/grooming station in the laundry room. This location is great -- you’ve got easy access to the water, the turnpike and you’re just a 3-minute drive away from top-rated Montverde Academy. Come take a tour today!