luxurious living | january 2011 - scottsdale, az

Luxurious Living

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WISHING YOU A HAPPY, HEALTHYAND SUCCESSFUL 2011

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As the year came to an end, it was time to reflect on the blessings we’ve received and

to appreciate the fresh perspective a new year brings. 2011 promises to be another

year of change in luxury real estate including banking processes, the rise and fall of

values, and fluctuations in inventory and sales. But with change comes tremendous

opportunity.

This is the year for luxury home buyers and sellers to take advantage of the market.

There is opportunity for luxury home sellers to attract qualified buyers through

professional, high-quality marketing programs that truly get results. There are

plenty of buyers out there however finding the right match for your property may

take that extra special marketing partner. For luxury home buyers there’s quite a

selection of properties to choose from. Being diligent and informed with an inside

track helps find the “best” properties that offer quality construction, fine finishes

and location will ultimately result in a good purchase.

But, how do you know you are getting the best information on homes for sale or the

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Give me a call at 480.250.0848 today and let me show you how.

To your success in real estate,

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

3 bedrooms

2.5 baths

2,848 square feet

Builder:

Edmunds

Community:

The Islands at Scotts-

dale Ranch

Offered at $799,000

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“The views of Lake Serena are breathtaking.”

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LAKE LIVING10421 N. 101st PlaceScottsdale, Arizona

Situated on one of The Island’s

premier waterfront homesites,

this traditionally influenced

abode offers privacy yet lots of

views. The lush courtyard entry

is welcoming. The formal liv-

ing and dining rooms are lined

with windows that overlook

the lagoon-style pool and Lake

Serena below. A large island

kitchen is set up for entertaining

with a casual dining nook and

pass-through to the ambiant

family room with fireplace and

built-in book shelves. In addi-

tion to views, outdoors you’ll

find citrus trees, a built-in BBQ,

side yard and private dock.[ CLICK HERE ]




PRIVATELY GATEDCONTEMPORARY11366 E. Southwind LaneScottsdale, Arizona

Sitting atop 2+ acres and

privately gated within gated

Troon Verde, this contemporary

custom home offers resort-style

living. A unique custom iron

door leads to the foyer of which

the home is center upon. A

spacious family room is

anchored by a stone fireplace

surrounded by built-in banco

seating. The chef’s island kitch-

en includes cherry cabinetry, a

large granite covered island with

breakfast bar, a dining nook and

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“A private getaway onacreage in Troon Verde.”

wet bar with a TV that drops

down from the ceiling. The

master suite includes a dual-

sided gas fireplace overlooking

the bed/bath, a jetted tub, dual

vanities and dual closets. The

guest bedrooms are en-suite

with private baths and walk-in

closets. Additionally, this home

offers a theater and den.

The backyard is set up for

entertaining with a second

drop-down TV, putting green,

firepit, wet bar, 3/4 bath and

A/C storage room that could be

converted to a guest casita.

4 bedrooms

5.5 baths

4,215 square feet

Builder:

Unknown

Community:

Troon Verde

Offered at $1,125,000

[ CLICK HERE ]Virtual Tour





EXQUISITE10191 E. Shangri La Road Scottsdale, Arizona

On over an acre of lushly land-

scaped grounds, this estate

property in Cactus Acres offers

a flexible floor plan and numer-

ous entertainment spaces.

A substantial custom iron door

greets you as you enter the foyer

to this incredible home. The

view through the formal living

room immediately draws at-

tention to the backyard. Across

from the living room is the

formal dining room with room

for 10-12. The island kitchen is a

chef’s dream with plenty of cabi-

net space, stainless steel appli-

ances, breakfast bar and casual

dining nook.

The great room offers spa-

cious living with circular wet

bar, built-in display and media

center, powder bath and French

doors to the back yard. The

master retreat invites with a

cozy sitting area, built-in niches


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“Estate living with privacy, horse amenities and lush grounds.”

4 bedrooms

4.5 baths

5,487 square feet

Builder:

Unknown

Community:

Cactus Acres


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and spa bath with dual vani-

ties, closets and water closets. It

also has a two-sided shower and

large spa tub.

The backyard amenities include

a sparkling pool, multiple sitting

areas, grass, a sport court and

horse facilities including a small

arena, tack area and access to

bridal paths. In addition, the

side yard has an RV gate.

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TUSCANINSPIRATION

4 bedrooms

5.5 baths

5,001 square feet


If dramatic views are what

you seek, this custom home

has it all. Situated among the

outcroppings in Troon, this

Tuscan-inspired residence

offers the finest interiors

including natural stone and

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canterra details, hardwoods,

city light and mountain views,

formal and casual living spaces

with glass pocket doors, water

features, multiple indoor

fireplaces, oversized chef’s

kitchen, intimate master suite

with private Romeo & Juliet

balcony, den with full bath, and

spacious bonus room with wet

bar including wine refrigerators

and keg storage. The resort

backyard includes an iron-

fenced pool with impressive

rock waterfall, spacious patios

with speakers and fans, putting

green and built-in BBQ.

“A beautifully appointed home with city light and mountain views in Troon.”

Builder:

Paul Development

Community:

Troon Mountain Estates

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CONTEMPORARYENTERTAINER

5 Bedrooms

5.5 Baths

5,793 Square Feet


This well planned contemporary

residence is built to entertain.

Located on the Troon Golf

Course in Candlewood Estates,

the surrounding views include

city lights, mountains and golf

greens. The main home offers

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a large master suite down with

a fitness room and a secondary

master with a large view balcony

plus two additional suites

upstairs. The great room offers

built-in cabinetry and a dual-

sided fireplace. Glass sliding

doors open to the covered patio

area that leads to the negative

edge pool and spa with stainless

water sculpture, multiple

sitting areas, a firepit, built-in

BBQ island. Adjacent is the

guest casita with a beautifully

appointed second kitchen, great

room with retractable glass

doors, fireplace, full bath and

murphy bed. • • •

“Contemporary flair with all of the elements of a perfect entertainment home. The demonstration style kitchen is so unique.”

Builder:

Core Construction

Community:

Candlewood Estates

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WATERFRONT10270 N. 103rd PlaceScottsdale, Arizona

Built in 2002 and in the gated

enclave of Lake Serena Estates,

this custom waterfront home

was designed for easy living.

One of two lakefront homes

with a basement, this residence

offers quality interior finishes

such as natural stone and

hardwoods. Upon entering, the

foyer is inviting with a large

central fireplace and curved

wooden and iron staircase. The

main level continues with a

spacious formal dining room,

eat-in kitchen with stainless

appliance package, game room

with long wet bar and plenty

of entertainment space, a den

with wood built-ins and a

bedroom suite. The basement

offers a getaway with a main

living room, full bath, space for

a home theater and the perfect

place to build a wine cellar.

Upstairs find the master retreat

with an oversized great room,

private balcony with fireplace

and water views, and a spa bath

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“A heartfelt home full of endless possibilities.”

4 bedrooms

5.5 baths

5,794 square feet

Builder:

Tom Morris

Community:

Lake Serena Estates


with dual vanities, closets and

separate tub and shower.

The backyard has multiple

entertainment areas including

covered patios, a sitting area

with firepit, pool and spa with

lounge area, built-in BBQ, lush

landscaping and a private boat

dock.


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contemporary ambiance with a

warm, inviting feel.

Landscaped by a Master of

the Southwest designer, the

long drive and use of desert

Builder:

Custom

Community:

Cactus Ridge Estates

CAVE CREEK’S MODERN LUXURY5720 E. Canyon Ridge NorthCave Creek, Arizona

Nestled among the natural

desert landscaping, this

meticulous residence offers a

materials creates the feeling

that you have arrived. A circular

drive leads to a front couryard

that is the entryway to the main

house and guest casita. A sitting

area and fireplace add a sense of

community between the two.

The main residence is up to date

including the natural stone and

wood finishes throughout. The

living room offers a custom built

wine cellar created from glass

and stainless steel. Sleek lights

brighten the formal dining

room and den, while the chef’s

kitchen offers plenty of space


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to entertain family and friends

as it opens to the casual dining

area and family room.

The master retreat offers a

spacious setting and a spa bath

with every expected amenity.

Outdoors you’ll find plenty of

patio space, a gorgeous bead-

create pool with negative

edge pool and spa, fire pit and

features, built-in BBQ area and

breathtaking desert views.

“Landscaping designed by a ‘Master of the Southwest’ makes this special outdoor setting unique and inviting.”

4 bedrooms

3 baths

3,583 square feet

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WARMLYAPPOINTED

3 bedrooms

3.5 baths

4,400 square feet

Offered at $949,000

Professionally designed, this

luxurious resort-style estate

property in Cactus Acres, North

Scottsdale offers all of the

amenities you would expect to

find in the perfect entertain-

ment home and the benefit of

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location, location, location.

The interiors offer warm colors,

natural stones, custom hard-

woods, plantation shutters and

beautiful draperies.

Elegant rooms are available for

entertaining guests or simply

relaxing at home including the

formal living and dining rooms

with wet bar and wine storage.

The greatroom offers a casual

TV area, spacious kitchen nook

with built-in seating and a

showplace kitchen suitable for

the gourmet at heart.

The lush backyard is complete

with a separate guest house,

putting greens and grass, sport

court, lagoon style pool with

swim up bar, misting systems,

and covered patios. • • •

“A beautifully appointed home with a park-like backyard...one of the best values near Desert Ridge.”

Builder:

M & I

Community:

Expedition Point



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CRAFTSMAN-PRAIRIE ESTATE9960 E. Desert Cove Ave.Scottsdale, Arizona

This gorgeously appointed

residence offers an open and

airy floor plan with high quality

construction, cabinetry and

finishes throughout.

The oversized island kitchen

sparkles with Wolf and Sub-

Zero appliances and offers

custom alder and glass

cabinetry and a casual dining

room. A large stone fireplace

anchors the greatroom and is

complimented by the Australian

cypress floors.

The formal dining room is

inviting and bright with plenty

5 bedrooms

4.5 baths

5,186 square feet


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“A refreshing use of design that is both beautiful and functional.”

of space to entertain, accent

lighting and a dry bar with wine

chiller and ice maker.

The elegant master suite offers a

sitting area, stone gas fireplace,

views of the backyard and has a

spa-style bath with large walk-

in closet, dual vanities, and

spacious jacuzzi style tub.

The two-room detached guest

house, with full bath and walk-

in closet, overlooks the pool and

patios areas including a large

stone outdoor fireplace, BBQ

island with refrigerator and

pavered patio spaces.

This acre plus lot also offers a

large grassy area, putting green,

built-in trampoline and full size

tennis court.


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Builder:

Sonora West

Development

Community:

Cactus Acres





ROOM FOR ALL24200 N. Alma School Road, #23Scottsdale, Arizona

Drastically reduced, this home

is a rare opportunity to buy

two homes in one for corporate

entertaining or living with

extended family. Nestled down

a long drive within Sonoran

Highlands you are surrounded

by lush landscaping and a

private setting.

A welcoming entry leads you

into a foyer open to the formal

living and dining rooms with

full wet bar. Just off the formal

spaces is the open great room

with stone fireplace, backyard

views and large island kitchen.

The spacious master suite offers

a sitting room, spa bath and

access to the outdoor patios and

pool. Two additional bedrooms

are located on the main side of

the house.

The guest quarters are situated

as if a complete second

residence with a full kitchen,

great room, circular wine

cellar, custom cabinetry and

three additional bedrooms

with private baths. Addition &

remodeled completed in 2010. • • •

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“The perfect retreat for corporate entertaining or living with extended family.”

6 bedrooms

7.5 baths

8313 square feet

Builder:

Soleido, Inc.

Community:

Sonoran Highlands







ARCHITECTURALSEDONA

4 Bedrooms

4 Baths

3,576 Square Feet

Offered at $675,000

This property in Sedona is

uniquely situated to capture the

views surrounding it. Located

near Red Rock Mountain and

not far from Oak Creek Canyon,

this property offers a historic

twist for the mid-century

324 Bowstring DriveSedona, Arizona

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modern enthusiast. Interior

Design by Virginia Randall, AID

and architecture by renowned

Jean Roth Driskel, AIA, this

home was a cutting edge

masterpiece of its time. Feaured

in Architectural Digest in 1972,

this home was designed with an

upswing roof line to maximize

views. Original interiors remain

today with a hip ambiance and

spacious living, ready for a

visionary who can embrace it. • • •

“Contemporary flair with all of the elements of a perfect entertainment home. The demonstration style kitchen is so unique.”

Architect:

Jean Roth Driskel, AIA

Community:

Broken Arrow Estates

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