by JONATHAN BODEEN | Jan 28, 2013 | Featured Communities, Golfing Communities, Luxury Communities, North Scottsdale News
If you are looking for luxury, beauty, and a one-of-a-kind style in your home, you owe it to yourself to consider the North Scottsdale community of Mirabel. Located far above sea level, Mirabel residents escape the intense heat of Phoenix, while still enjoying the gorgeous scenery that comes with living in the Sonoran Desert. Every home has been individually designed by top architects, and feature panoramic views of Pinnacle Peak Mountain and the spectacular sunsets that are only found in the Valley of the Sun.
Golfers will especially love this community, as they play through the 18-hole Tom Fazio designed masterpiece. Every hole has spectacular views, and has been meticulously crafted to provide challenge to golfers of every skill level. Midway through the course, stop and enjoy complimentary snacks prepared on the course by one of the Valley’s top chefs. After your game, relax in the casually elegant Clubhouse. Membership in the Golf Club includes access to the spa, salon, clay tennis courts, fitness center, and pool. In addition, the Clubhouse features a dining room that prepares and serves a wide variety of cuisine, from barbeque to fine dining. You every need has been anticipated at Mirabel, and concierge staff are available to make your perfect Scottsdale lifestyle simple and carefree.
by JONATHAN BODEEN | Jan 28, 2013 | Featured Communities
McDowell Mountain Ranch is a diverse, family oriented community with a vast range of amenities designed for an active lifestyle. Its 25 neighborhoods are arranged around a central five acre park that features a community center, swimming pool, tennis courts, sand volleyball court, and splash fountain. Miles of well maintained trails are available for walking or biking, connecting neighborhoods to each other and leading to the McDowell Mountain Ranch Park & Aquatic Center. This park is 35 acres and features a skate park, soccer fields, and lighted ball fields. The Aquatic Center offers swim lessons, aerobics classes, and fitness classes, in addition to its 8 lane lap pool, diving well, water slides, lazy river, and large play pool. Spending a day at the Aquatic Center is like visiting a water park, without the crowds or the costs.
This community is bordered by the championship, 18-hole, Sanctuary Golf Course. It lies on the western slope of the McDowell Mountains and has achieved Audobon Signature Status for the way the native plants and wildlife have been protected while conservation, water quality, and pest control issues have been handled. The clubhouse is 8,500 square feet, and includes a full service restaurant, driving range, putting greens and private golf lessons. In close proximity to the community are a wide variety of shopping and dining opportunities, as well as a city library and the Scottsdale Citizen’s Service Center.
by JONATHAN BODEEN | Jan 28, 2013 | Featured Communities
by JONATHAN BODEEN | Jan 28, 2013 | Featured Communities, Golfing Communities, North Scottsdale News
Legend Trail is a lovely, luxurious golf community in the high Sonoran Desert. Its location and elevation provides it with cooler temperatures and spectacular views of Pinnacle Peak, the McDowell Mountains, and the romantic city lights. It is home to the public Legend Trail Golf Course which features 18 holes, par 72, wide fairways, small bunkering, and island tees. Homeowners receive discounted rates to play, but anyone is welcome to try their hand at this challenging but fair course. The clubhouse features a fitness center, swimming pool, and tennis courts. Walking trails wind through and around this community. The homes is this area are truly custom homes, and each one features breathtaking views of mountains, golf course, or both. Most homes are Mediterranean or Pueblo styled, and feature prominent use of stonework. The entire community covers 640 acres, with half set aside for natural open space. The terrain gently slopes and winds through palo verde trees, large boulder formations, and stands of saguaro cacti.
by JONATHAN BODEEN | Jan 28, 2013 | Featured Communities, North Scottsdale News
Ironwood Village consists of 704 homes in a master-planned community. One of its greatest assets is its location. It is just north of the 101 Freeway, and just east of Pima Road. This is an established neighborhood with mature landscaping and lovely, upgraded homes. Ironwood is also in close proximity to DC Ranch’s Market Street, meaning that upscale boutiques, fine dining, and household essentials can all be found mere moments away from your front door.
by JONATHAN BODEEN | Jan 28, 2013 | Featured Communities
Gainey Ranch is a resort-style community located in the heart of Scottsdale, Arizona. Golf enthusiasts will find no lack of challenge thanks to its three championship 9 hole courses. The courses can be combined in multiple configurations to provide a wide variety of golfing experiences. Each golf course is designed around a theme. The Dunes is a desert-style course. The Arroyo Course has a traditional design and a green island. The Lakes Course features water hazards on many holes, and culminates in a cascading waterfall. The Gainey Ranch Golf Club is a private club, however you do not need to be a homeowner in Gainey Ranch in order to join. The social center of this community is the Daniel C Gainey Estate Club. Every homeowner is a member of this club, and can enjoy the heated pool, tennis courts, and fitness center.
Homes in this community range from condominiums and townhomes to single family structures and estates. Most residences offer gorgeous views of mature palm trees, golf courses, or lush landscaping. This neighborhood is especially attractive to young families, because it is located within the boundaries of three excelling schools in the Scottsdale School District: Cochise Elementary School, Cocopah Middle School, and Chaparral High School. In addition, this community’s central location provides easy access to a wide range of shopping and dining choices.
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