MacDaddyPaddy: August 2017

Tuesday, August 29, 2017

Saturday, August 19, 2017

An architectural wonder designed by renowned Vernon Swaback with sensitivity & discretion seamlessly blends this residence into Black Mountain, a Carefree landmark. With emphasis put on minimal disturbance of the terrain and unsurpassed views, this home promises to delight. A 38 foot wall of glass in expansive great room overlooking Valley city lights and sunsets is complemented by an equally impressive wall of glass looking up the saguaro studded mountain. You literally look through the home @ these amazing vistas. Remarkable views, wildflowers, specimen cacti and high Sonoran desert wildlife sightings are the signature of this exceptional home located in the exclusive gated community of Carefree Grandview Estates.

Still available-GREAT HOUSES

$4,595,000

Presiding upon a one-of-a-kind 15-acre estate that towers over the valley, this house is not a cliff-hanging home. Rather, it drapes across a natural “island in the sky” platform that offers ultimate privacy and security. The architectural design embodies humanity’s march from early man living in southwest pueblos forward through time to a futuristic world. The design is part organic pueblo, part southwest contemporary and part futuristic modern. Owner is the scion of a 19th century European Industrialist who became a grand philanthropist. Following in his great-great-great grandfather’s philanthropic footsteps, the current owner pursued a passion for philanthropy and art in all forms, including this house. Details: 11,560 square feet livable with more than 17,000 square feet under roof.

Four bedrooms total: two bedrooms plus an office in the main house and a detached two-bedroom guesthouse. Seven baths. Oversized three-car garage. For an acceptable offer on the house, seller may include neighboring Lot 20 Lone Mountain (4.36 acres) for a discounted price of $100,000.