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LUXURY CUSTOM ADOBE 8.3 ACRE ESTATE ON HILLSIDE LOT
Step into this Enchanting Custom Adobe Retreat set
against Usery Mountain Regional Park
The ancient (and sustainable) method of building called rammed earth adobe was ideal for the beautiful high Sonoran desert site which is the setting for this very private and secure 8.212 acre estate. Fully fenced with electronic security gate. Tucson architect Harvey Jernigan designed the pueblo style home to enhance, rather than compete with the surrounding terrain, as well as to take maximum advantage of passive solar principals. A term often used for this type of design is organic architecture, the objective of which is understatement, with manmade structures complimenting the natural beauty of the site, but not overwhelming it.
The design, with French doors opening from every room to expansive patios provides stunning views as well as cross-ventilation so important in the Arizona climate and makes the home an integral part of its setting. The two foot thick walls ensure a very quiet home, but also ensure that sunlight strikes glass only in winter and only on the south, almost no heating is required. In summer, the sun does not strike glass due to precise siting and the recessed windows and doors set into the thick walls. This keeps heat gain to the interior minimal so that there are several warmer months when mechanical cooling is unnecessary. All doors and windows are double paned Pella units with the exception of the handmade front door. Entering through one of the home’s beautiful handmade doors, one sees a spacious entry hall (called a zaguan) which extends all the way to the back of the house, and to the left a large and comfortable living room with fireplace and as wall of french doors looking out on the pool patio and walled gardens to the lights of the city beyond.
A true custom Adobe home built with the finest finishes: solid wood Pecki cedar doors, exposed wood beams, Satillo tile, Saguaro rib ceilings, and wood shutters. Front patio warmly greets you as you make your way into the home through the solid wood Spanish door.
A sparkling pool greets you as you enter the property set up high on this hillside lot with views all around. The front yard is an entertainers delight complete with a built in BBQ and large covered patio, making this the perfect spot to hold a private get together. Floor to ceiling sliding glass doors pull all the way back creating an indoor / outdoor feel from the pool area to the living room that is unsurpassed. The main pool is pebble tech 20’x40’ , is heated, and has an automatic cover for easy maintenance. A few steps down, a beautiful (and very private) in ground spa has unobstructed views of desert and city lights. A covered ramada with large fireplace provides a cozy spot on cool nights. An entry patio also has a large fireplace and offers access from an extra parking area needed when hosting large gatherings.
Decorated in a true Santa Fe Style you are greeted with Native American DĂŠcor, art and artifacts that truly are as impressive as a museum. The Living room area is quite large and is comfortably decorated. Purposely built to overlook the pool and front patio, the living room includes a private library and a full length bar which is fit for a King! A gorgeous fireplace separating the living room and the library is perfectly positioned. If you fall in
love with the furnishings like we did they can be purchased as a separate bill of sale.
The kitchen, which was recently designed with Siematic Maghony wood cabinets and drawers, is of the utmost German Luxury Design with self- closing capabilities. A large butcher block island with pull out shelves, and custom pull-out pantry which gives way to a more organized and luxurious storage system. Only the best in appliances with Subzero Fridge, Bosch and Viking. For the professional Chef enjoy a 7 burner stove and oven. Ask us about the Herb Garden when you book your private tour. The kitchen opens to a patio which runs the entire length of the house and has a large propane fireplace, a smaller wood burning fireplace, and a full DCS outdoor kitchen with 48� gas grill, stainless DCS fridge, and stainless steel warming drawer and sink. A beautiful granite bar completes this great entertainment area. Unobstructed views from this patio extend from the border of Usery Mountain Park wilderness, west to North 90th Street. A small citrus orchard can also be seen from this vantage point. Strategically planted landscaping blocks views of other homes downslope from property.
At the end of the living room behind the fireplace is a library with wet bar and cabinets and a sliding door opening to a small greenhouse. Up three steps, one enters the kitchen and breakfast room with custom cherrywood Siematic cabinets, Sub-zero refrigerator and separate full freezer, DCS commercial dual fuel range with six gas burners and electric oven, huge butcher block island with sink and cabinets and drawers all fully fitted for maximum storage and efficiency. A built-in banquette with table provides a comfortable informal dining area. .
The pantry is a three bank Siematic pull out which stores more items in less space and makes all items immediately accessible and visible. A pastry counter a few inches lower than the other counters is the ideal height for kneading or rolling out pastry with storage below related equipment and pans. The dining room has one entire wall of cherrywood cabinets china and silver storage as well as the same granite counters as in the adjacent kitchen. All cabinets have slide outs fitted specifically to accommodate several sets of china. Handmade terra cotta lighting fixtures were created by a Santa Fe artist, as were most fixtures inside and out.
The kitchen overlooks yet another patio on the back of the house with a huge fireplace and large patio with table set up for those beautiful Arizona weather days. Built in BBQ is complete with a bar top and chairs and a fire pit with seating set right up against the edge of the patio to take in those amazing city views.
The kitchen overlooks a patio which runs the entire length of the house and has a large propane fireplace, a smaller wood burning fireplace, and a full DCS outdoor kitchen with 48� gas grill, stainless DCS fridge, and stainless steel warming drawer and sink.
A beautiful granite bar completes this great entertainment area with
City and Mountain Views to boot. Unobstructed views from this patio extend from the border of Usery Mountain Park wilderness, west to North 90th Street. A small citrus orchard can also be seen from this vantage point. Strategically planted landscaping blocks views of other homes downslope from property.
The Master Bedroom in itself is its own private retreat split from the other bedrooms and with its own patio to the back overlooking the beautiful and natural desert landscaping. A warm fireplace greats you as you walk into this inviting private retreat with French doors.
Entering the upper Zaguan, and stepping up three more steps, one enters a small gallery perfect for displaying family photos with tile counter and with generous linen storage below. To the left, double handmade Pecki cedar doors open to a spacious master bedroom/bath suite. French doors open to a private patio with views of Usery Mountain Park and beyond. The Mexican tiled bath has a deep porcelain soaking tub with a charming sculpted shell window looking out on the lush desert terrain. A separate area houses a large sunken sky-lighted shower and a Toto commode with bidet and automatic flush, automatic open and close plus a night light!
A guest bedroom is located near the front overlooking the yard with a spectacular view of the front yard and pool. This inviting room includes a full bath with shower and separate area with sink for getting ready and a walk in closet. No room is left out of the immaculate design style given.
The home sits on a pie shaped hillside lot and includes 2 adjacent lots that are each 2 + acres each for a total of 8.3 acres. The sales price includes 2 adjacent lots that can be sold together or separately.
Bedroom 3 is connected with an open breezeway to the main house and is used as an office currently, but can easily be converted to a bedroom.
Designed with its own private shower and bathroom, plus walk in closet this room is not only large but extremely private with its location set right off of the kitchen and separated an open breezeway!
Across the breezeway is a third bedroom/bath, now being used as an office. This is the only carpeted room. All other floors are handmade saltillo tile with decorative insets. High ceilings in most rooms are beautifully done with pine beams and saguaro ribs (which have the excellent acoustical properties so desirable when floors are tiled).
This is a comfortable Adobe retreat, rustic but quietly elegant, not ostentatious. The thick walls make it very quiet and impart a sense of privacy and security. Only minutes to the 202, it is convenient to Scottsdale and Phoenix. It is about 15 to 20 minutes to Saguaro Lake and the Verde River. Horses are allowed. City of Mesa water. For interested investors, this property could be a stunning bed and breakfast or ranch with the addition of a few casitas and some corrals. It would have great appeal to biking and hiking enthusiasts. Usery Mountain Park has many excellent trails and programs available to hikers, equestrians, and just nature lovers in general. No bed and breakfasts exist within many miles of this location. Make this into a B&B or boutique hotel/ranch with restaurant or your own private retreat.
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