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Lifestyle Membership to Desert Mountain available with property. Sublime Santa Fe contemporary gracefully unfolds on an elevated homesite in Apache Peak within acclaimed Desert Mountain. Thoughtfully updated through the years while preserving the authenticity of its original design, this exceptional residence showcases curved walls, sculptural ceiling details, distinctive angles, natural stone, expansive glass, and captivating views from nearly every room. Panoramic southeast-to-southwest vistas encompass majestic mountains, serene Sonoran Desert, colorful sunsets, and brilliant dark skies filled with stars. Dramatic northern boulder outcroppings add to the home's extraordinary setting. Enter through the gated courtyard to a private resort-style retreat. Covered patios provide multiple living and dining spaces, while the outdoor kitchen and bar extend effortlessly from the kitchen and den for year-round alfresco entertaining. Below, a negative-edge lagoon pool and spa are beautifully nestled among natural boulders. Inside, the dramatic living room features a one-of-a-kind interpretation of a kiva fireplace and a wall of glass that brings the desert landscape indoors. The dining area, with its circular ceiling detail, flows naturally to the bar and newly designed kitchen. The kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring a spacious Quartz island with waterfall sides, while the adjacent den offers walls of windows, a fireplace, and immediate access to the outdoor kitchen. The private primary wing is a serene retreat with a distinctive circular illuminated entry, another kiva fireplace, and expansive glass opening to the upper patio and panoramic southern views. The luxurious bath includes double vanities and a statement walk-in shower, washer/dryer access and a generous walk-in closet. A private office with double-door entry opens to its own outdoor patio. Two beautifully appointed ensuite bedrooms occupy the east wing, complemented by a powder room and laundry. The separate guest residence offers exceptional privacy and flexibility with a spacious den and fireplace, mini kitchen, two bedrooms, and bath--ideal for family, friends, or extended stays. Designed for sophisticated-casual living, entertaining, and unforgettable gatherings, this residence blends architectural character with the beauty and tranquility of the Sonoran Desert. Within the world-renowned Desert Mountain community, members enjoy seven championship golf courses, seven distinctive clubhouses, world-class dining, and more than 20 miles of private trails bordering the Tonto National Forest. This coveted mid-mountain location offers privacy and convenience, with easy access to Scottsdale's cultural scene, upscale shopping, dining, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. A truly exceptional desert retreat where architectural integrity, resort-style living, privacy, and natural majesty converge.
