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NESTLED AT THE BASE OF THE VALLEY'S MOST ICONIC NATURAL LANDMARK, CAMELBACK MOUNTAIN, THE VILLAGE AT MOUNTAIN SHADOWS IS SITUATED IN THE HEART OF PARADISE VALLEY. BUILT EXCLUSIVELY BY CULLUM HOMES AND DESIGNED BY THE RENOWNED ARCHITECTURAL FIRM CANDELARIA DESIGN ASSOCIATES. THIS BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM ECHO TWO-STORY FLOOR PLAN FEATURES 3 BEDROOMS(2 PRIMARY SUITES 1 UP AND 1 DOWN), 3 FULL BATHS AND 1 POWDER BATH. GUESTS ENTER THROUGH THE PRIVATE COURTYARD LANDSCAPED TO PERFECTION TO THE LARGE IRON AND GLASS FRONT DOOR. THE GREAT ROOM WITH FIREPLACE WALL WITH BUILT IN SHELVES AND RETRACTABLE WALL OF GLASS LEAD YOU OUT TO THE COVERED PATIO AND OUTDOOR BBQ. THE BACKYARD WITH VIEWS OF CAMELBACK MOUNTAIN MAKE THIS INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING SPECIAL. THE DINING ROOM WITH DRY BAR. KITCHEN WITH... QUARTZITE STONE ISLAND, EAT-AT BAR, BUILT IN PANTRY, OTHER CABINETS FOR STORAGE AND EXTRA APPLIANCES (SUB ZERO, WOLFF) TOP OFF THIS CHEFS KITCHEN. A BUILT IN COMMAND CENTER JUST OFF THE KITCHEN IS PERFECT FOR A SPACE TO STILL WORK. THE STYLISH POWDER ROOM, LAUNDRY ROOM AND ELEVATOR LEAD DOWN TO THE 3 CAR GARAGE. TONS OF GARAGE STORAGE BUILT INS, EPOXY FLOORING AND A/C CONTROLLED. THE FIRST PRIMARY SUITE OPENS OUT TO THE BACKYARD, BATH AND WALK IN CLOSET FOR SINGLE LEVEL LIVING. THE WOOD STAIRCASE (ENTIRE HOME WOOD) OPENS UP TO A LOFT LIVING AREA, SECONDARY LARGE PRIMARY SUITE WITH BEAUTIFUL BATH AND OVERSIZED CLOSET OPEN UP TO A LARGE PRIVATE TERRACE. THE 3RD GUEST BEDROOM IS LARGE TO MAKE A BUNK ROOM WITH EN SUITE AND ROMEO AND JULIET BALCONY. A OFFICE OR GYM ROOM TOPS OFF THE SECOND LEVEL. THIS HOME HAS SO MANY EXTRAS AND IS HIGHLY UPGRADED THROUGH OUT INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR. COME SEE THIS HOME TODAY. IT WILL NOT LAST LONG! RESIDENTS HAVE ACCESS TO THE PLETHORA OF AMENITIES AVAILABLE AT THE MOUNTAIN SHADOWS RESORT. THE COMMUNITY BOASTS A PRIVATE POOL AREA, PARK AND IS GUARD-GATED 24/7 FOR THAT HIGHLY DESIRED LOCK AND LEAVE LIFESTYLE.

This three bedroom plus den residence features some of the best views at Ascent overlooking the golf course and to the McDowell Mountain range. Tucked at the base of Camelback Mountain, Ascent is a new, private gated community adjacent to The Phoenician Resort - one of Arizona's premier luxury resort destination. Ascent presents a new level of luxury living for Scottsdale with views overlooking the Valley & Camelback Mountain. Home designs feature contemporary architecture integrating warm, natural materials, expansive windows, and large outdoor patios. Thoughtfully designed by Nelsen Architects and Vallone Interior Design. Luxury finishes include exquisite bulthaup Kitchens, wood floors and Sub Zero-Wolf appliance package. A private rooftop terrace and the Mountain Club pool and fitness

Welcome to the glass house. Nestled within the breathtaking White Tank mountains, this elevated mountain side modern estate is in a league of its own. Boasting unparalleled views of the Golf Course, White Tanks, and Sparkling City Lights. This glass stunner offers every conceivable modern luxury. Chef's Kitchen, Cinema, Gym, Elevator, Resort-Style Infiniti Pool with an under water window that looks into the game room, 20 person Spa, Over 130' of glass walls for seamless indoor/outdoor living. Indoor Basketball Court doubles as a Night Club with state of the art lighting, audio and a suspended platform for the DJ. Private courtyard includes a pristine turf area, a half pipe and two in ground trampolines. All three rooms on the first floor have walk-in closets with their own private laundry. Owners suite with 32' of glass door walls allows you to step directly onto the balcony, pool or spa deck, and has dramatic views of the golf course, mountains and city lights, it also has a two story Chanel inspired closet, soaker tub in front of massive corner picture windows, luxurious walk-in shower and dual commodes. The resort inspired guest rooms (accessible) from the elevator have walk-in showers and soaker tubs that look out onto the golf course. The sports court has a rock climbing wall with two auto belays and has a discreet in wall net system for volleyball and pickleball. Estimated completion is October 2024. Owner Agent

Experience the epitome of luxury living in this Tuscany-inspired custom basement home nestled on a private 2.1-acre lot. Boasting 6 bedrooms (Guest house with full kitchen), 7 bathrooms, and a 5-car garage, this residence offers unparalleled comfort and elegance. Entertain guests in style with a diving pool, grotto, waterfall, expansive gazebo with BBQ, and a rooftop deck showcasing panoramic views. Delight in the golfer's paradise putting green amidst citrus trees and an original windmill. The chef's kitchen is fully equipped with top-of-the-line appliances. Descend into the basement via indoor stairs, outdoor stairs, or an indoor elevator leading to a movie theater, built-in bar, game room, wine cellar, and living room. This home redefines the Irrigated horse property luxury living.

Ranch Hacienda style home in guard-gated DC Ranch. This 6127 sf home was carefully constructed by acclaimed builder Tom Archer and features 5 bedrooms plus office and game room. With an authentic Arizona interior decor, this home features wood and travertine flooring, plaster walls, vaulted wood beam ceilings, stone fireplaces, custom cabinetry, along with upgraded Wolf /Subzero stainless steel kitchen appliances. Creative floorplan offers the primary suite on the main level, private entry office, bar and temperature controlled wine room, plus 2 separate entry guest casita accessible from the backyard. The second floor has 2 guest suites located adjacent to a game room with balcony access to capture the sweeping city and sunset views. The charming front courtyard is secured by a unique entry gate and includes a large covered patio and turf. Ultimate outdoor living can be found in the completely updated and private backyard, featuring travertine stone hardscape, heated pool/spa, BBQ center with decorative trellis cover, firepit area, and covered patio with stone fireplace and TV. Recently replaced Carrier HVAC system w/ 6 units, pool mechanicals, Control 4 system, back patio hardscape and firepit, exterior door paint, and water heaters w/recirc pump make this truly move-in ready. Home is located just blocks from the DC Ranch clubhouse and easy access to the guard gate and surrounding paths and trail system. Golf memberships to the Country Club at DC Ranch have been available for separate purchase in recent months. Home purchase comes with access to the Desert Camp community center that features 2 heated pools, tennis courts, pickleball, outdoor basketball, and fitness center. Nearby Market Street retail center, with its upscale restaurants and shopping, and Copper Ridge K-8 school round out the neighborhood features that historically have made DC Ranch a desirable destination for all demographics. DC Ranch in North Scottsdale, Arizona, is a luxurious community seamlessly blending upscale living with natural beauty. Known for its high-end homes, well-designed neighborhoods, and stunning desert landscapes, DC Ranch offers a lifestyle that combines modern amenities with a connection to the Sonoran Desert. With charming marketplaces, like the popular Market Street, fine dining, and community events, DC Ranch creates a close-knit atmosphere where residents enjoy the tranquility of the desert alongside vibrant community life. The architectural style, influenced by Western and Mediterranean elements, adds to the area's distinctive character, making DC Ranch a sought-after destination for those seeking upscale living in North Scottsdale.

Santa Barbara-style family home w/ Mtn views in all directions! Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, this property offers an ''AZ Lifestyle '' w/ Saltillo floors, planked ceilings, Cantera fireplaces & colorful painted tile in the bathrooms. Add'l features include a Poggen-Pohl kitchen w/ illuminated cabinets, marble counters, a 72'' Subzero & an 8-burner Wolf gas cooktop, two butler pantries w/ wine storage and an icemaker. The floorplan offers a cozy great room, formal living room w/ vaulted ceilings & a formal dining room w/ stunning Camelback Mtn views, a 300-bottle wine room & a spacious primary suite w/ an adjacent office. The attached guest house w/ consistent finishes is perfect for teens or an in-law. The outdoor spaces are ideal for entertaining or letting kids roam. A PV treasure

Stunning custom home built in 2022 in the gated community of Casa Contenta. If you're looking for views, this is the home! From the moment you open the front door you will understand why this home is special. Light, bright, and open floor plan on the main level. Sliders lead you to an expansive patio that runs the width of the house with a covered BBQ area and overhead heater for those chilly Sedona evenings. Master shares a similar view with Jacuzzi tub, walk in shower, dual sinks, makeup area, and lastly a large closet with extensive build-outs. The downstairs area offers you a multitude of functionality. These 2 rooms can be bedrooms or a game room, media room, and/or office. Once you step into the backyard you will be blown away by the finishes. Beautiful red rock streaming fountain, built in gas fire pit, pavers, artificial turf, and a putting green. Plenty of covered patio with surround sound and a hot tub with miles of unobstructed views. Owner Agent. Some personal property available with separate bill of sale.

Situated on a detached corner parcel for maximum privacy inside coveted Historic Casa Blanca Phase 3 lies this stunning Spanish/Moroccan contemporary with soaring views of Camelback and beautiful sunsets. Low care manicured landscaping complete with stone fountain and outdoor fireplace, 2 car garage, prime location for safety and tranquility. High ceilings with brand new Lutron lighting system, automated shades, everything new to the studs. Custom Thermador appliances. Marble and quartz counters, lots of natural light, soft oak floors and generous primary. Truly turnkey complete with an added custom built bar. Rich, timeless & elegant, enjoy tennis, pickleball, and 3 heated pools in the convenience of a manned guard gate. Minutes from Fashion Square Mall on most desirable street in PV. Paradise Valley's best shopping and restaurants.

Fabulous home on 2 plus acres showcased by a stunning backdrop of natural landscape and large boulders. This home has 5 en-suite bedrooms and a bookcase lined office.The Casita has everything needed for an in-law setup, rental or just family and guests. The pool has a lagoon like setting with a breathtaking waterfall and hot tub spillway. Solar was installed in 2022. Don't be surprised to receive a check from APS at the end of the year. There is a 5 car garage, workshop and fully paved driveway. One has a sense of serenity just pulling up to this special home.

Remodeled and newly furnished by renown Prescott Valley designer at the top of 18th tee and fairway in Pine Canyon. Perfectly situated between the train, yard and clubhouse this resort cabin boasts quartzite counters, chunky white backsplash, Rejuvenation brass and matte black fixtures and restoration hardware furnishings. Great room features a grand stone fireplace and chef's kitchen with full wet bar, formal dining area, smaller breakfast nook with a lavish wine closet, island with additional bar seating, vast range with 8 burners, custom hood vent, 2 separate ovens, and large refrigerator and freezer. Elevator from ground level to main. On main level, the primary suite includes fireplace, private access to the spacious deck with hot tub, and a bonus loft bedroom, perfect for workout, kids bunking or seating area. Primary bath consists of a gigantic steam shower, separate Whirlpool Tub, dual vanities, a makeup vanity, dual closets, and laundry with utility sink. Main level also includes guest bedroom and office area. Lower level of the home holds 3 bedrooms- one with custom 6 sleeper bunks, 2nd family room with fireplace, dining area, a 2nd wet bar and another laundry room. Heated driveway leads to 3-car garage. Home also includes 2 dog doors, spacious wrap around deck with a built in BBQ and hot tub, expansive open and covered patio with a huge dog run and even an elevator. Epitome of mountain relaxation with breath taking views of San Francisco Peaks.

In 2015, La Casa Builders and De Cesare Design collaborated to revamp this opulent dwelling situated within an esteemed guard-gated enclave. Spanning 5435 sq. ft., this Santa Barbara-style abode exudes elegance with its welcoming hues and top-tier embellishments. Highlights encompass luminous wood flooring, expansive stacking doors, Italian Cream Marble adorning the kitchen, a distinctive zinc oven hood, a bespoke banquette dining area, and French sliding doors leading to a rear terrace, ideal for outdoor dining. The luxurious Primary Suite boasts a magnificent bathroom and an expansive walk-in closet. Additionally, the residence features a guest room, a chic office (formerly the 5th bedroom), and a refined living area complete with cathedral wood-beamed ceilings and custom woodwork cabinetry. Opening to a charming front courtyard, the library completes the first level's layout.The second level includes two bedrooms, a game room, a theater, elevator closet that has been designed but not installed. The property also features an exercise room, a pool, a spa, a barbecue area, and a grassy space for pets.

Situated on nearly an acre lot within the DC Ranch Country Club neighborhood and backing to the 6th hole, this Organic Pueblo-style custom home sits in harmony with its natural surroundings. The earth-colored palette and flowing lines of the curved parapet walls blend seamlessly with the desert landscape and backdrop of the McDowell Mountains. Warm and welcoming, the interior of the home is a treasure trove of natural materials. Hand hewn vigas, natural boulders, stone, clay and wood floors, knotty alder cabinetry and doors, carved wood and copper accents all lend to the rustic sophistication of this residence while Mexican tile accents and hand painted kiva fireplaces lend to the southwest charm. A paver stone driveway extends past the wooden garage doors with copper inserts to the front entry courtyard where a double wooden gate welcomes visitors. Enclosed by low walls and sheltered by a clay tile roof, the courtyard offers a beautiful space to relax and enjoy its beautiful desert garden. A distressed alder front door opens to the circular entry foyer with a custom radius pattern tiled floor and capped by a domed ceiling inlaid with tumbled stone. Picture windows frame the stunning saddle of the McDowell Mountains and draw you into the circular great room. A hand-painted Kiva fireplace nestled against a large natural boulder anchors the corner of the room. Hickory wood floors, 24 hand-selected viga posts, and a barreled ceiling with 12 vigas that stretch like sunrays from the faux stained glass skylight are among the many thoughtfully curated details of this room. Bordered by carved columns, the built-in buffet is both a functional space and a visual delight with seeded glass and saguaro rib cabinetry inserts, a long granite countertop and a slate and mosaic tile backsplash with copper accents. Adjacent to the great room and separated by a low wall is the kitchen, where an irregular-shaped island with a natural boulder imbedded into one corner provides a perfect spot for prepping meals. Granite counters, a gas cooktop with a slate tile backsplash, a walk in pantry with a custom arched door, double wall ovens and a warming drawer ensure that the chef is well equipped. The Subzero fridge has custom decorative panels that provide a playful pop of color. The kitchen is open to both the nook, a relaxing space to gather for an informal meal, and the hearth room, a cozy sitting area with a kiva fireplace with hand-painted detailing. Off of the great room, a curved gallery hallway leads to the primary retreat with hickory wood flooring and an adobe fireplace flanked on either side by irregular shaped niches, carved wood bookshelves and media area. Enjoy the mountain views through the large windows that fill the room with natural light, or step outside to the private covered patio framed by heavy wood vigas. The ensuite bathroom offers a travertine snail shower, claw foot tub, granite slab vanities, and a walk-in closet. Two additional ensuite bedrooms are available on the main floor as well as an office that overlooks the front courtyard and contains a built-in credenza and bookcase, a custom built-in workspace, and reclaimed oak floors. This home is full of pleasant surprises, and as you continue down the hallway from the office, there is a beautiful wide staircase to be discovered - a work of art in itself with colorful Mexican tile risers, wide hickory steps and a hand-hewn railing. Halfway up the stairs is a wide landing, adorned with a viga and latilla ceiling, that overlooks the kitchen, nook and hearth room. The staircase leads to two upstairs guest bedrooms with walk in closets and a jack and jill bath. Clay tile and maple wood floors infuse the upper level with warmth. In addition, a large balcony is accessible from the second level hallway, with captivating views that overlook the city to the south, west and north to Pinnacle Peak. At the rear of the home and extending off the main living areas, a deep covered patio offers an abundance of space for dining and lounging. A cozy outdoor sitting area with a kiva fireplace and outdoor TV is the perfect place to relax and retreat at the end of the day. The backyard is the perfect setting for enjoying the outdoor Arizona lifestyle. A water feature - a 25 ft stream of natural boulders - flows into the giant 900 sf saltwater pool with 2 race lanes. A spacious ramada provides the perfect sheltered area for the outdoor kitchen, complete with a built in barbeque, sink, fridge and stainless steel cabinetry for grilling supplies and dining accessories. Gather around the large firepit with bench seating on winter evenings, or unwind in the heated raised spa that spills into the pool. A generous grassy play area of low maintenance artificial turf, and a pool bath with a walk-in shower, hand-painted ceramic sink and coordinating glazed Mexican tile ensure that no detail has been overlooked in this outdoor paradise. Tucked away, but certainly not to be missed, a winding saltillo and Mexican tile staircase leads to a rooftop deck with both covered and uncovered patio areas and stunning 180 degree views overlooking the golf course and McDowell Mountains to the east, and the city to the south and west. This balcony has an additional outdoor kitchen, adobe fireplace and ample space to entertain guests while watching the glow on the mountains at sunset and twinkling city lights at night. With its prime location within the DC Ranch neighborhood, this classic residence offers a lifestyle of upscale amenities and convenience. The community offers 33 miles of manicured paths and trails, 47 community pocket parks, 2 community centers, and is located adjacent to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve and just 5 minutes north of the 101 Freeway in North Scottsdale. The property is also conveniently located within walking distance of Market Street's retail shops and restaurants. Membership to the Country Club at DC Ranch is available by separate application, approval, and membership fee.