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VIEWS WITH A ROOM From golf balls to eagles, rocky peaks to sparkling city lights, beautiful things are on the horizon at these prime palaces that allow you to enjoy privacy—or surround yourself with friends. By Bonnie Davidson ANIMAL ATTRACTION This estate’s backyard is a 30,000-acre nature preserve.
FORE GROUND Expect glorious views and a raft of amenities at this Troon North stunner.
setting Red rocks, beige boulder
formations and emerald-green grass paint a 180-degree backdrop for this stunning desert contemporary poised on a prime cul-de-sac lot (1.27 acres) above the 10th hole of the prestigious Pinnacle Course at Troon North Golf Club. inside story With 6,304 square feet of
opulent living space, the four-bedroom, 4 ½-bathroom, $2.975 million custom estate by Landmark flaunts soaring ceilings and wall-size glass windows and doors that frame the Sonoran scenery. A party-thrower’s dream house, its great room, formal dining room, gourmet kitchen, family room, wine room, library/office, infinity pool, and outdoor entertainment areas with fire pit and barbecue provide an ambience as warm as the desert sun. wow factor When company comes, they can stay in five-star comfort—not to mention privacy—in a 607-square-foot detached guest casita. details Talus at Troon North, 10267 E.
Cinder Cone Trail, Scottsdale; contact Lisa Lucky, 602.320.8415, lisalucky.com
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ISLAND-STYLE OASIS setting Camelback and the McDowell
Mountains embrace this home with oldgrowth flora in Pima Acres.
inside story Taking design cues from their Hawaiian residence, the owners of this single-level, 8,611-square-foot, $3.65 million abode have included island-style accents and an aloha vibe throughout the four-bedroom, seven-bathroom main house and guest quarters. The 1.69-acre property is lush with green and flowering tropical vegetation. wow factor With such panoramic views, outdoor activities—swimming in the oversize pool and spa; sidling up to an extralong indoor-outdoor bar; playing billiards, darts and table tennis; cooking and dining in the kitchen outfitted with top-of-the-line appliances—become life-changing experiences. details Hale Lolani at Pima Acres, 9245 E.
Havasupai Drive, Scottsdale; contact David Larchez, 480.822.8898,
[email protected], silverhawkaz.com
WILD NEIGHBORS setting With the 30,000-acre McDowell
Sonoran Preserve as its backyard, this Spanish Colonial/Santa Barbara-style retreat in the upper canyon of Silverleaf offers nature lovers instant gratification—and the chance to spot eagles, mule deer, javelinas and coyotes through floor-to-ceiling windows in the living room. inside story The picture-perfect living
room fireplace (one of three indoors and several outdoors) was ablaze behind the current homeowner, celeb interior decor designer Jennifer Adams, when she graced the holiday cover of in-flight SkyMall catalog last year. Her $4.495 million estate spreads over 6,842 square feet, including five bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a second-story game room and a special winetasting room overlooking the great room. wow factor Built in 2006 with family
fun in mind, there are seven patio/courtyards, plus an elevated play area with an in-ground trampoline and a splash pad featuring multiple interactive, kid-friendly water features. details 10919 E. Mountain Spring Road,
Scottsdale; contact Deborah Beardsley, 480.250.5828,
[email protected] and Andrew Beardsley, 602.339.3507,
[email protected], silverleaf.com
TALUS AT TROON NORTH PHOTO BY CONNIE WHITE, CWLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY
HOME ON THE GREEN
ALOHA, ARIZONA This Pima Acres home takes its design inspiration from Hawaii.