Desert Highlands Phase 1 Homes with Santa Barbara/Tuscan Architecture

Desert Highlands Phase 1 Homes with Santa Barbara/Tuscan Architecture

Welcome to Desert Highlands Phase 1, a stunning enclave nestled in the heart of Scottsdale, Arizona. This exclusive subdivision is a haven for those seeking a luxurious lifestyle surrounded by breathtaking desert landscapes and the majestic McDowell Mountains. With its prime location in Maricopa County, residents enjoy the perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility, with downtown Scottsdale just a short drive away.

Desert Highlands Phase 1 is renowned for its exquisite homes that embody the elegance of Santa Barbara and Tuscan architecture. These architectural styles are characterized by their warm, earthy tones, terracotta roofs, and intricate details that seamlessly blend with the natural beauty of the desert environment. Each residence is thoughtfully designed, offering spacious layouts, high ceilings, and expansive outdoor living spaces that invite you to savor the stunning Arizona sunsets.

The community is not just about beautiful homes; it also boasts an array of world-class amenities. Residents can indulge in a championship golf course, enjoy the state-of-the-art fitness center, or relax by the sparkling pools. With lush landscaping and well-maintained common areas, Desert Highlands Phase 1 promotes a sense of community and well-being.

For those who appreciate a lifestyle filled with outdoor activities, the surrounding area offers hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails, all set against the picturesque backdrop of the Sonoran Desert. Discover the charm of Desert Highlands Phase 1, where luxury meets nature, and make this vibrant community your new home!

Newest Desert Highlands Phase 1 Homes with Santa Barbara/Tuscan Architecture

$9,000,000
4 Beds 7 Baths 7001308 MLS 11,544 SqFt.
Back on market after 3+ wks. Guard Gated. Immediate Golf Membership. Spectacular Spanish Revival architectural masterpiece on 2.85 acres with total privacy in Desert Highlands. Inspired by Wallace Neff, this estate reflects the grandeur, scale, and sophistication of California's most revered Golden Age compounds with the convenience of modern day automation. Built by Nance Construction with custom ironwork by Peter Sevin, every hand-plastered wall, beam, and arch was crafted with intention. Portegese limestone and ebony walnut floors warm every room. The library, wrapped in Georgia sugar pine millwork, doubles as a private screening room with its own wet bar. The two story kitchen is anchored by a La Cornue range, framed by soapstone countertops, a generous butcher-block island, indoor Thermador grill, and glass-door Traulsen refrigeration. Upstairs feels like its own private retreat with a separate entrance, 2 oversized guest rooms with ensuite bathrooms and walk-in closets, a second laundry room, and an intimate covered terrace offering sweeping desert and city-light views. The primary bedroom is pure romance with French doors opening to a private patio and spa, his/her boutique closets, and a marble-wrapped bath. Two additional thoughtfully designed flex spaces offer the option for guest suites, a refined office, or a private wellness retreat. The guest quarters mirror the main home's craftsmanship, complete with its own kitchen featuring a Gaggenau cooktop, laundry, covered patio and parking spaces. Outside, Santa Barbara-designed landscaping by Trademark Landscape (as featured in Phoenix Home & Garden magazine), a sparkling mosaic-tiled pool, cabana and wet bar, multiple fountains and fireplaces, pristine lawn spaces and flower gardens-- all framing dramatic Pinnacle Peak views. Curated outdoor living spaces integrated throughout the grounds, a fully appointed butlers pantry supported by 2 walk-in pantries, a masterfully appointed outdoor kitchen, and extensive guest parking capabilities create effortlessly designed entertainment accommodations on a grand scale. Nearby hiking, fine dining, shopping, and world-class golf opportunities are available immediately! Desert Highlands amenities include a Jack Nicklaus Signature championship golf course, 18-hole putting course, award winning clubhouse, state of the art fitness center, Highlands Racquet Club featuring grass, clay, and pickleball courts, etc. If you understand the value of Legacy Architecture and are ready to indulge in Luxury Lifestyle Living, this one-of-a-kind estate must be experienced in person.

10040 E Happy Valley Road Unit 8, Scottsdale

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