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This highly sought-after Venado model features an expansive open floorplan ideal for both grand entertaining & intimate gatherings. The stunning great room, with its soaring ceilings & views of the large back yard, creates an impressive atmosphere. At the same time, a cozy fireplace & wet bar add warmth & charm. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, including a Sub-Zero refrigerator & Viking range, plus recently remodeled in 2021 with freshly painted cabinets & stylish backsplash. Outside, the resort-style backyard is an entertainer's paradise, featuring a large pool with swim up bar, cascading water features, fire pots, hot tub, and a sunken outdoor kitchen with pizza oven & gas bbq. This and so much more (like new A/C) await you in Aviano!

This spacious beauty in Acacia Estates boasts the addition of a separate living quarters and a recent remodel with high-end upgraded features such as solid hardwood knotty alder doors and baseboards, a Chef's kitchen with GE Monogram appliances, 3 beverage fridges and a 4-car insulated and temperature-controlled garage. Additional highlights include front yard artificial turf, plantation shutters throughout, remote blackout shades in the bedrooms and a home surveillance system. Other luxury features such as a private courtyard, ensuites in secondary bedroom, attached casita with a full bathroom remodel to include an oversized shower and soaking tub

Welcome to this stunning 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom residence in the exclusive community of Sincuidados, where modern living is elevated by panoramic views of Pinnacle Peak and the majestic McDowell Mountains. Whether you're seeking ample space for family or the flexibility of a home office, this versatile property delivers with both style and substance. This home is perfectly positioned to capture the beauty of Arizona's natural landscape, with uninterrupted mountain views providing a breathtaking backdrop. Floor-to-ceiling windows and thoughtfully placed skylights fill the space with an abundance of natural light, creating an open, airy ambiance that flows throughout the home. Offering 5 bedrooms, with the option to use one as an office, this home is designed to suit a variety of needs. While certain areas of the home provide the perfect opportunity for personalization and modern updates, the current layout presents a solid foundation for your creative vision. Move-in ready with fresh interior paint and new carpet in select rooms, this home has been enhanced with modern LED lighting and a state-of-the-art 5-stage reverse osmosis system for pristine water quality. Major system upgrades in the last five years include a brand-new foam roof, newer HVAC systems, new water heaters, and a reverse osmosis system ensuring peace of mind for years to come. This property combines the allure of a prestigious location with the opportunity for subtle customization, making it an ideal canvas for buyers seeking both luxury and potential. Whether you're inspired by the stunning mountain vistas or the endless possibilities for modern upgrades, this rare offering is an extraordinary opportunity to create the home of your dreams. Experience a life of beauty, space, and promise in Sincuidados.

Custom Basement home on 1.6-acres. Crafted with Structural Insulated Panel walls and featuring a full basement with soaring 10-foot ceilings, this residence also offers a 5.2KW OWNED solar system. The heart of the home, the kitchen, has been completely gutted and redesigned to perfection, showcasing top-of-the-line appliances, and a spacious walk-in pantry. Dining room area has been expanded adding additional square footage onto the footprint of the home. Primary bath has also been gutted and redesigned to perfection with a very large walk in shower with tub wet room, dual sinks, and a private toilet room. Primary bedroom has a door right out to your backyard. Entertain in style with an expansive covered patio overlooking a luxurious new pool and jacuzzi, creating a private retreat for relaxation and enjoyment. For the automotive enthusiast, a remarkable 4,000-square-foot detached garage awaits, providing ample space for up to 20 cars with tabled and lighted workshop area. Additional features include a three-car attached garage with epoxy floors, brand-new flooring throughout most of the house, a tankless hot water heater, and an RV gate for added convenience, and also a private well. Home has a coveted North-South exposure. Located mere moments from the shores of Lake Pleasant and surrounded by scenic hiking trails, this residence offers the perfect blend of serenity and convenience. Embrace the vibrant lifestyle of the area, with abundant shopping options and the promise of a new entertainment district just moments away.

Experience modern luxury in this exceptional 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home with an office space, nestled among new custom homes valued over $2 million. This home perfectly combines energy efficiency and contemporary luxury, featuring owned solar panels, an EV charger, and a solar heated/cooled pool. Enjoy four outdoor seating areas, a gas fireplace, and breathtaking mountain views, ideal for year-round relaxation and entertainment. The home is filled with premium upgrades like Thermador appliances, Moen faucets, and granite/quartz countertops. Located in a quiet cul-de-sac with no HOA fees, this property offers both privacy and style. Explore more of what this home offers: a spacious office, elegant bidets in three bathrooms, Sierra Pacific windows and doors, and extra-deep cabinets for ample storage. This unique, non-cookie-cutter design ensures you'll stand out in a community of high-end homes. Enjoy the convenience of built-in pest control stations and close proximity to hiking trails, Piestewa Peak, and a canal. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to live in luxury!

Welcome home to your jewel box in the heart of Scottsdale's high-profile 85251 zip code! This modern masterpiece sits in Royale Gardens, a lush and tranquil tree-lined community reminiscent of Old Hollywood. Completely redeveloped from the foundation up and featuring both Scandinavian and contemporary design, this custom two-story residence features a rare 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom layout that is both spacious and perfect for entertaining. Stunning from the finest materials used, including imported hardwood floors, floating staircase, glass enclosed showers, recessed LED lighting, marble bathrooms, and a world-class gourmet kitchen with Sub-Zero integrated refrigerator and Corian countertops.

Find your personal Shangri-La in this new custom-built Tuscan Style Masterpiece, tucked privately into spectacular granite outcroppings, known as Arizona's Garden of the Gods. A rare opportunity to live in what could have been a State Park with an entrance that will take your breath away. No expense spared or detail overlooked in this gorgeous new custom home built by one of Prescott's most experienced teams. Features: -Chefs kitchen w/Wolf range+pot filler -Grand MBath w/steam shower, soaking tub, sauna, his/hers closest -MBed w/ gas fireplace & balconies -Huge private deck -Travertine flooring -Oversized 3-car garage w/ epoxy coating -Tile roof+gutters Private gated community features a huge pool & trail system w/ access to a 1300-acres of wilderness. +NEW CUSTOM home - completed but never occupied +Rare opportunity to purchase a new home in a subdivision with only 4 closed home sales since 2014! +11 minutes / 6 miles to downtown Prescott in small, private gated community +Designed & built for low maintenance and efficiency with spray foam + regular insulation, 16 SEER mini-split HVAC, Envirowise ERV, instant hot water system, high quality windows and doors, and much more. +Design for lock and go vacationers or part time residence with a low maintenance landscape +LUXURY FINISHES INCLUDE: -Mediterranean rustic chiseled Travertine tile in Versailles pattern with matte sealer -Custom Ironwork Banisters and Railings -Kitchen Countertops/Backsplash - Calacatta Taupe Polished Quartzite -Kitchen Island - Michelangelo Polished Quartzite -Bathrooms - Typhoon Bordeaux Granite -Custom Cabinetry Throughout the House -Signature Kitchen Suite 36- Inch Built in French Door Refrigerator -36 Wolf - All-Natural Gas Range w/ Griddle -24 Wolf Microwave Insert -24 Cove Dishwasher -Under Cabinet lighting -Custom 8' Knotty Alder Doors -Custom Pinky's Iron Entry Door -Sierra Pacific Window & Door Package -Metropolitan Light Fixtures throughout -TimberTech Vintage Series Decking (Tigerwood), durable, low maintenance, fade & stain resistant, moisture resistant, protective warranties, sustainable, made in the USA.

Beautiful LaPalma 5 bed/3.5 bath, RARE basement home in a gated community. Owners took pride in modernizing the house, throughout the years. With brand new carpet in the master bedroom, hard wood floor on the main level, fully renovated master bathroom, updated Chef's kitchen with a brand new 6 gas burner cooktop and Caesarstone quartz countertops, RO system. water softener, mister system for your backyard oasis, with a built-in outdoor kitchen, pool plumbed to even install a slide. Home also includes indoor/ outdoor stereo speakers and childproof security doors to the patio. Heated pool/spa, beehive fireplace w/built-in bench, covered patio, grass, and fruit trees. The floor plan has a master suite, with 3 bedrooms on the main floor, plus 2 large bedrooms, full bath, and a bonus/great room downstairs. Amazing house for entertaining. Home located in the magic zip code 85254.

Indulge in loft living at Mountain Shadows Resort! exquisitely upgraded 2-bedroom loft home is adorned w/ designer touches & meticulous details. Nestled against the breathtaking backdrop of Camelback Mountain, Mountain Shadows Resort offers a distinctive lifestyle in a community of only 41 condo & loft homes, providing a serene Paradise Valley setting w/ full privileges at the resort iincluding a pool, spa, gym, restaurants & concierge services. There's also the unique opportunity to join the rental pool for stress-free income generation. Welcome to the epitome of resort living in Paradise Valley! Step into this two-story residence that emanates unparalleled style, offering turn key living at its finest. Furniture is avail for purchase. Property has ability to be in rental pool program.

Wonderful home in Terravita Country Club with views of the 14 fairway and Black Mountain with stunning AZ sunsets! This remodeled home offers a fabulous kitchen, granite and luxury stainless appliances all overlooking the great room. The view windows offer unparalleled views of the surrounding mountains, sunsets and world-famous Saguaros. This Caelum model plan is perfect for guests to relax, both inside and out! The backyard is a resort paradise with a heated pool, large built in BBQ/entertaining bar, large gas fire-place and lots of outdoor seating with and covered patio areas to enjoy the best of Arizona resort living! This is a must see!

Exquisitely curated interiors create the distinguished ambiance offered in this very private, gracious villa. Discerning tastes will take note of the Ralph Lauren inspired fabrics and appointments throughout the spacious floorplan, with comfortable, open living spaces on the main level, including the dramatic vaulted entry & formal living room w/ wet bar, sophisticated Formal Dining, well-lit kitchen w/ charming breakfast room adjacent to the finely appointed Family/TV room, which overlooks the private patio with glass tiled dipping pool. Upstairs, the Primary Suite is a richly appointed sanctuary of it's own, separated by an open walkway from the secondary bedrooms. Additionally, an office/exercise room & delightful powder room exist on the main floor. (Newer roof w/ warranty.)

Mountain Grandeur in the Tall Pines! The home's design incorporates some outstanding architectural features from El Tovar Lodge, Hermits Rest & the Riordan Mansion. The home is surrounded by old growth pine forest dotted with an open meadow which creates a relaxing sanctuary to catch glimpses of the abundant wildlife. This log and rock masterpiece features 6 bed/ 5 baths, Australian Cypress wood floors, Quartz countertops, 2 massive rock fireplaces, HVAC heating and cooling system is 2 years old, New roof in 2022, Tank-less hot water heater installed in 2022, 2 car garage, fully fenced with electric entry gates & much more. There's a 4 stall barn & tack room with finished apartment above with mud room, 2 bedrooms, full bath and kitchen; the 4 stalls could be converted to another 3 car garage/ workshop