Monday, April 28, 2014

Boulder's Golf Course $805,000

  BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM HOME LOCATED ON THE 12TH FAIRWAY OF THE BOULDERS NORTH COURSE. THIS IS A SPLIT FLOOR PLAN AND ALL 3 BEDROOMS HAVE PRIVATE BATHROOMS, PLUS POWDER BATH. EQUISITE LANDSCAPING SURROUND THIS RESIDENCE AND ADD TO ITS CHARM. VERY PRIVATE HOME, WONDERFUL VIEWS OF GOLF COURSE AND SURROUNDING MOUNTAINS. LARGE GREAT ROOM WITH HIGH BEAMED CEILINGS, LARGE KITCHEN W/GRANITE COUNTERTOPS OPENING TO BREAKFAST ROOM. SPACIOUS MASTER SUITE IS A TRUE RETREAT WITH HIS AND HERS CLOSETS SPA-LIKE BATHROOM & ACCESS TO THE BACK PATIO. SELLERS WILL SELL PREMIER FAMILY GOLF MEMBERSHIP, BUT NOT REQUIRED.






Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Phuket, worth reposting, Visual fun

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Pool to Foyer
$ 28,548,912
Asia’s most glamorous and decadent luxury home features a massive 6,000 square meters (64,560 square feet) of indoor living space - perfect for the world’s richest and most famous seeking absolute privacy, directly on Thailand’s most exclusive beach. The estate is located on Natai Beach on the southwest coast of Thailand in Phang Nga province just 20 minutes from the Phuket International Airport. The beach is considered one of Asia’s most luxurious waterfronts and is often referred to as Thailand’s Hamptons with large, gated oceanfront villas and luxury resorts. Natai Beach offers access to a wonderland of national parks, waterfalls, untouched pristine beaches and sparsely populated islands, yet it is less than 1 hour from Phuket’s world-class shopping, restaurants, spas, golf courses and hospitals.

65,000-square-foot single-family home with a 5,400-square-foot master suite. Four acres of pristine private beachfront plus an oceanfront infinity pool, a 4,000-square foot full fitness center with 80 different machines, a home theater, a karaoke room, a sauna and health spa that can accommodate a dozen guests, tennis courts, a two-lane bowling alley and a pitch and putt golf course. The master bedroom has its own swimming pool. The estate, which incorporates the use of glass, steel, granite and marble, was designed by Hong Kong architect Branko Pahor. Three guest suites are detailed with an Asian theme, including a 3,800-square-foot Japanese style bedroom with its own enclosed Zen garden.
CAN't GET ENOUGH?

Second Floor Pool

Night Pool

Front Entry

From the Beach

Bowling / Lounge

Aerial



Gazebo / Hot Tub


Aerial Pool

Fitness Center






Theatre

COMPOUND DEAL $2,950,000

Former home of Rebecca Parrett of National Consolidated Financial Enterprises fame
 One Of The Kind Ranch Property in Carefree, Carefree Highlands. Stirrup Circle Ranch. Almost 10 Acres Of Rolling Terrain With 360 Degree views of City Lights and Mountain Views. Barn w/ 6 Stalls, Med Rm, Wash Rm, Tack Rm, 6 Ton Grain Bin, Auto Water And Attached 560sf Apartment For Ranch Hand. Lighted Arena, Round Pen, 2 Corrals. 2nd Toy Barn W/ Good Sized Bay Door For RV, cars,Equipment. Main House Sits On Hilltop, Remodeled, 8,813sf, 4Bed/4.5 Bath, 4 Car Garage, Elevator, Exercise Rm, . Master Suite W/ Office, Aquarium, Fireplaces, Safe Rm. Indoor 2,736sf Pool Pavilion (A/C) w/Rec Rm/Guest Quarters. Additional Detached 3 Bed/2bath,1,549sf Guest House. Lot 27 & Lot 28. Gated Estate, Neighbors To Desert Mountain & Private Air park.














Carefree $2,000,000

 ''WINTERBODE'' was designed as a stunning Custom Contemporary home focusing on highlighting the expansive mountain views and abundant natural landscape. Huge glass doors, windows and loggia walkway greet you. Winner of the Gold Medal Design Award from the Association of Licensed Architects;the open, split floor-plan incorporates a resort-like master suite, guest wing with 3 en-suite bedrooms and private den/play room. Massive flagstone walls anchor the entrance and continue inside showcasing marble and travertine floors. A chef's dream kitchen,enhanced with birdseye maple lacquered cabinetry, high-end appliances and granite counter tops awaits your family. Indoor/outdoor living is encouraged on multiple patios leading to built-in BBQ, heated lap pool/spa and firepit. Tranquility abounds!



Thursday, April 17, 2014

Next Trophy to Sell-Call Me

$4,995,000

One of a kind, 360 degrees of stunning views, and situated on over 15 acres of land. Living room has fireplace, art display area & cozy sitting nook. Family room has sliding glass doors opening to negative edge pool, spa, patios, & views of Pinnacle Peak, Camelback Mtn, Scottsdale & Phoenix - all adding incredible drama to the outstanding natural beauty. Chef's kitchen & the oversized dining room could easily entertain your largest party. Master suite has floor to ceiling windows, sumptuously large double vanities, shower, soaking tub, 2 walk-in closets, & private office w kitchenette. 2-room guest suite w kitchen in the main home. Guest casita has 2 separate guest rooms w full baths & private patios. Enjoy the beauty & serenity of living in one North Scottsdale's greatest estates.

Monday, April 14, 2014

Post Update-Carefree, Black Mountain

CLOSED
$2,865,000
 One of the highest available homes on Black Mountain and in Carefree! A stunning engineering feat showcased by the Wall St. Journal! This enchanting, breathtaking Southwest contemporary sits on 3 pristine acres and features a panorama of rugged mountains, city lights and tranquil desert. Exceptional finishes and attention-to-detail. Hewn out of nature's best, like surface moss-rock flagstone with natural distressing, vintage reclaimed oak plank flooring, fossil stone, granite and travertine surfaces, handcrafted alder cabintry. Elevator, AMX operating system for lights, security system, audio, climate and more, chef's kitchen. Duplicating this priceless home, at this mountain perch, is not possible again. You'll never forget your tour!

Former Post Update-Where Gaga stayed

PENDING
$2,199,000
The villa retreat, located at The Boulders, features unmatched luxury in a prime desert location. Spread over a stunning 5,700 square feet, there are 6 bedrooms and 5 and 1 half bathrooms on the property, making this the ideal home for space and solitude. The split-bedroom floor plan conceptualizes two villas, both with master bedrooms for size and privacy. Aside from the home's unique craftsmanship and design, there are an abundance of noteworthy features, including enhanced lighting, granite countertops in the kitchen and modern appliances, imported black slate flooring as well as barn-wood in other areas - including Mexican travertine flooring in the bathrooms, volume ceilings, an elevator for easy inter-floor access, fireplaces throughout, exercise room, custom walk-in closets...
The villa retreat, located at The Boulders, features unmatched luxury in a prime desert location. Spread over a stunning 5,700 square feet, there are 6 bedrooms and 5 and 1 half bathrooms on the property, making this the ideal home for space and solitude. The split-bedroom floor plan conceptualizes two villas, both with master bedrooms for size and privacy. Aside from the home's unique craftsmanship and design, there are an abundance of noteworthy features, including enhanced lighting, granite countertops in the kitchen and modern appliances, imported black slate flooring as well as barn-wood in other areas - including Mexican travertine flooring in the bathrooms, volume ceilings, an elevator for easy inter-floor access, fireplaces throughout, exercise room, custom walk-in closets and cabinets, a 3-car garage, and much more. The patio features enormous space for entertaining, an infinity pool and spa, and soaring views of the Sonoran desert from nearly everywhere you look. This is the essence of a one-of-a-kind property, and is built to encapsulate the beauty of its southwestern surroundings. Well priced and not meant to be overlooked, it must be seen to be fully appreciated.

Monday, April 7, 2014

this week in pictures


$799,000
2.07 Acres in the gated, exclusive Enclave of Carefree Grandview Estates. Expansive Views-including ''the Boulder's'', Pinnacle Peak, Camelback, and Piestewa to name a few! CITY LIGHTS. Gravity defying boulder formations and outstanding native vegetation in place. Large, nearly level building area ready for your dream home.
$2,200,000
 One of the best secluded lots in Carefree. For the ''discriminate buyer'' that appreciates custom building at its finest. Step into enchantment, heaven on earth, one of a kind Award winning architect designer and builder, Gary Ruck. Property is currently much below replacement cost. Priced for a quick sale. This ''Barrier Free'' home features concrete floors and poured concrete exterior walls with insulation on both sides. Large gourmet kitchen.. Five gas masonry,fireplaces. Windows and doors imported from Italy. Separate Guest wing. ''Reversed Negative Edge'' pool. Botanical paradise.Possible Additional 6.34 acre, adjacent available lot MLS 5007390

 Gila Monster
seen while showing:
$1,749,000
BANK OWNED
Extraordinary estate situated on over 14 plus acres in Carefree Ranch. Welcome to your new home with 360 Degrees Views, nestled among the spectacular beauty of Carefree Ranch Homestead. Providing breathtaking sunsets and magnificent city and mountain views this home has so much to offer. Gourmet kitchen with granite counter tops, wine cellar, wet bar, dining area and much more. 7 Car air cooled garage. Hill top Diving pebble tech Pool, Ramada and wrap around patios for relaxing or entertaining. Your guests will love the 2 bedroom guest casita with cowboy charm.

Javelina in Terravita
$719,000
Southern exposure on the course in Terravita. Highly upgraded and appointed. Spacious gourmet kitchen opens to family room and features stainless steel Thermador appliances and beautiful granite. All rooms light filled and well maintained. Custom Alder built-ins, epoxied garage floors, heated pebble tec pool, surround sound, water softener, outdoor kitchen with stainless, granite, exterior Kiva fireplace. ALL ON THE THIRD hole of Terravita Golf Club. The luxurious appointments are too numerous to mention! Rose garden!

Dinner at Carefree Conference Resort

Bike Week in Cave Creek