This magnificent home is nestled on one of the best homesites in the sought-after community of Meritage. This desirable Jilliard model offers an open, sunlit floor plan. Upon entering this grand home you will be welcomed by the elegant foyer with a split staircase and gleaming custom designed hardwood floors throughout the entire first floor. The foyer is flanked by the sunlit formal living room and elegant formal dining room. The dramatic two-story family room offers a fireplace which is surrounded by windows allowing a view of the private backyard. The cook's delight kitchen has generous cabinets and counter space, and a large pantry along with a great breakfast bar, and opens to a spacious breakfast room with access to the back patio. The first floor study is conveniently located off the family room. On this floor you will also find a powder room and convenient first floor laundry room. On the second floor you will find the master retreat, which is truly a retreat, with a romantic fireplace, a large sitting room, two walk-in closets and a sumptuous master bath with two vanities, a large shower as well as a garden tub. On this floor you will find three additional spacious bedrooms and a hall bath. The rear yard is an outdoor entertainer's delight with a slate patio and a terrific hot tub all surrounded by a beautiful tree line that has created a very private space. This home has built in speakers throughout with controls for music enjoyment. This community is convenient to Routes 13 and 40 in addition to I-95. Only a move out of the area makes this home available and seller can accommodate a fast settlement.