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by JONATHAN BODEEN | Apr 30, 2011 | Featured Communities, Golfing, Golfing Communities
Whisper Rock Estate and Whisper Rock Golf Club
32000 N Old Bridge Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85266-1512
(480) 575-8700
Whisper Rock Estates is a boutique residential development consisting of 200 large lots. The Southwest inspired architecture that characterizes this community combines old world charm with modern luxury. Vast, untouched desert, rich with flora and fauna that can only be found in the Sonoran wilderness surrounds the Estates.
Careful planning went into the design of Whisper Rock Estates. Untouched desert beauty flows seamlessly into the lush rolling fairways of Whisper Rock Golf Club, while residents enjoy the sheer beauty of the rock formations cast from the granite of nearby mountains. Lots range in size between one and four acres, allowing for ample private space for residents. The homes on these lots start at 3,300 square feet and continue up to over 8,000 square feet. Price tags for Whisper Rock homes start at $1.5 million and can go upwards of $5 million.
Golf enthusiasts can challenge themselves on either of two world-class courses at the Whisper Rock Golf Club. The lower course, designed by valley resident and PGA legend Phil Mickelson lies opposite the upper course, dreamed up by legendary golf course designer, Tom Fazio. This members only club will thrill and challenge golfers of all levels.
Homes Near in 85266 Near Whisper Rock Golf Club
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by JONATHAN BODEEN | Apr 30, 2011 | Featured Communities, Golfing Communities
Troon Village is a diverse master planned community built around Troon Mountain. Home styles range from townhomes to semi-custom and custom spec homes; or purchase a residential homesite and create your dream home from the ground up. Homeowners can enjoy the Troon Country Club, where both social and golf memberships are available. The gorgeous golf course was designed by Tom Weiskopf and Jay Morrish and features a luxurious 50,000 square foot Clubhouse. The Clubhouse features a swimming pool, sport court, tennis courts, and fitness center. If you are looking for a beautiful, peaceful community to raise your children or enjoy your retirement, take a look at Troon Village.
Located in beautiful North Scottsdale, Troon Village is a large-scale residential golf community. Offering a wide array of high-end residential options, Troon Village has something for everyone. Townhomes and single-family residences start at under $500,000, while larger custom homes can reach well over $2 million. Half-acre lots can also be purchased from $250,000 to upwards of $1 million.
Troon Country Club, part of Troon Village offers a world class golf course designed by Jay Morrish and Tom Weiskopf and includes many other luxurious amenities. Lifestyle living at its finest includes Golf Membership ($95,000 initiation fee, $625/mo), Social Memberships ($5,900 + $235/mo) and breathtaking views of the McDowell Mountains and city lights (free). For those who enjoy an actively lifestyle, a full fitness club offers swimming and tennis.
Although near in proximity to Phoenix, Troon Village rests at an elevation of 2,400 feet which allows residents to enjoy cooler temperatures than the rest of the valley. Developed with careful regard for the environment, Troon Village has maintained the pristine serenity of the surrounding Sonoran Desert, allowing residents to enjoy the natural beauty that backdrops this desert oasis.
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by JONATHAN BODEEN | Aug 22, 2010 | Featured Communities, Golfing Communities
Often photographed with breath-taking scenery
Worldwide, Troon is synonymous with luxury golf. And in Arizona, the Troon communities of North Scottsdale are likewise in a class by themselves. Located next to a 185-acre mountain preserve that has multi-use trails and boulder-strewn ridges high above the desert floor, Troon is naturally special. You wll note the ancient saguaros, ironwoods and mesquites. The higher elevations bring not only cooler summer temperatures and cleaner air, but also scenic panoramas and outstanding views of the city lights below.
Home Information
Prized for its McDowell Mountain and city light views, the communities of Troon (Troon and Troon North) are among the most desired in all of North Scottsdale.
- Price range for single-family homes: $550,00 to over $4,000,000 with a median list price of about $1.1 Million.
- Golf casitas and Troon townhomes: currently start at about $500,000.
Troon Homes For Sale
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Golf Course Information
Troon North’s challenging design and first-class service make it one of Arizona’s finest two-course facility. The Monument course was designed by legendary golfer, Tom Weiskopf and architect, Jay Morrish, (of Boulder’s fame) and stretches to 7,028 yards and a par 72. It presents a challenging layout for the pros, as well as an enjoyable experience for the average golfer. Both will enjoy the wide fairways that wind through lush desert vegetation, natural washes and towering saguaros.
At 7,044 yards and a par 72, Weiskopf’s Pinnacle Golf Course is a worthy companion to his previous masterpiece. Built around dramatic granite boulders and striking elevation changes, “The Pinnacle” features a more traditional desert layout with tighter landing areas and spectacular carries over desert washes.
- Exclusive membership rights to non-equity, semi-private club
- Resident Membership is available at no charge to all Troon North property owners.
- Golf membership includes: reduced green fees, use of the driving range, and prioritized tee-time reservations.
- Designers: Tom Weiskopf & Jay Morrish
- Course Status: High end daily fee with limited non-equity membership
Troon North Golf Site
Clubhouse and Amenities
The four-acre Troon North community park features tennis, basketball, barbecues, ramadas, a tot lot and a turfed play area for other outdoor activities. In addition, a 30-acre municipal park will be developed by the City of Scottsdale which will include soccer and softball fields, as well as tennis, volleyball and basketball courts.
Map of Troon
Troon and Troon North are located in North Scottsdale near Pinnacle Peak, a prominent landmark in the area. Troon is one of the reasons that Scottsdale has been named one of the best golf places to live in North America with spectacular scenery and luxury homesites.
Access to the 101 Freeway is to the south via Pima Road. Shopping, services and schools are located conveniently close to the area as are a number of high-quality restaurants.
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by JONATHAN BODEEN | Aug 19, 2010 | Featured Communities
Home Information
Silverleaf homesites are divided into two sections.
- Upper Canyon: Approximately 1 acre to 35 acre home sites with 23,000-55,000 square foot building envelope, featuring canyon, mountain, golf and city light views. Priced from $675,000-3.5 million.
- The Parks: Custom Homesites and Distinctive Homes. 1/3-1.5 acre home sites with an average of 15,000 square foot building area. Prices range from $325,000 to $850,000.
- Price range for Silverleaf homes: $1.750,000 to over $11,000,000.
- Number of Homes in Community: 700 at buildout.
- Average Home Price: $3.95 Million
Silverleaf Homes for Sale
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Golf Course Information
The Silverleaf Club is a private, non-equity club available to Silverleaf property owners, featuring a Tom Weiskopf Signature 18 hole championship golf course.
- Golf Membership – $175,000 -By Invitation
- Limited to 350 members
- 100% Refundable Membership Deposit
Clubhouse and Amenities
Silverleaf AmenitiesThe 50,000 square foot Silverleaf Club and Spa will contain world-class spa facilities, resort and lap pools, locker rooms and golf lounge areas as well as fine and casual dining.
- Clubhouse Memberships are available at $45,000, by Invitation Only
- Club is Limited to 500 members
- 100% Refundable Membership Deposit
Silverleaf Website
Map of Silverleaf in Scottsdale, Arizona
Silverleaf is located in the foothills of the McDowell Mountains in North Scottsdale. You reach the community via Thompson Peak Parkway heading east from Pima Road.
Downtown Scottsdale (Old Scottsdale) is approximately 20 minutes away and central Phoenix is approximately 35 minutes away.
Excellent restaurants are nearby as well as shopping centers, services, supermarkets, etc.
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by JONATHAN BODEEN | Aug 19, 2010 | Featured Communities
Located at the foot of the McDowell Mountains, DC Ranch is a unique and beautiful place to call home. This area features many distinctive amenities that set it apart from other golf course communities. Its two private country clubs were designed with the whole family in mind. Activities are schedule daily that cater to everyone from the smallest children to the “snowbird” that calls Arizona home only in the winter. The community centers are on 9 and 4 acres, and surrounded by colorful parks and 33 miles of trails and walking paths. The golf course located in DC Ranch was designed by Tom Lehman, and has become one of the most popular courses in Scottsdale. Families in DC Ranch will enjoy the community feeling that comes from their own neighborhood K-8 school, and the ease of travelling around the Valley of the Sun thanks to the easy access to the 101 Freeway. All these amenities are remarkable, but what really sets this area apart from other communities is Market Street.
If DC Ranch were a small city, Market Street would be downtown. Creative and dynamic architecture houses unique shopping boutiques, specialty stores, community conveniences, and a wide variety of restaurants. This distinctive retail district provides everything you could possibly need, all within a 10 minute drive of your home.
Home Information
DC Ranch Community Home ImageGolf and Living at it’s Best! DC Ranch is a nationally acclaimed private golf and residential community in North Scottsdale, Arizona. Located at the base of the McDowell Mountains DC Ranch provides residents with panoramic views of Scottsdale and Phoenix below. Developed with a deep respect for the integrity of the land and a commitment to the preservation of open desert space, DC Ranch is a living tribute to the Sonoran Desert landscape.
In every respect, DC Ranch is worthy of its reputation for offering its residences an enviable standard of living. Silverleaf, a separate private guarded-gate neighborhood in DC Ranch, stands as a natural extension of the community, nestled into surrounding canyons. Throughout DC Ranch, a small-town atmosphere exemplifies the lifestyle and serves the needs of those who live here. The result is a connected living environment dedicated to the full expression and enrichment of all who make DC Ranch their home.
DC Ranch offers four distinctive village neighborhoods: Desert Parks Village, Market Street Village, The Country Club Village and Desert Camp Village. Each has its own unique character, yet all are combined to create a sense of integrated, connected living and true small-town spirit. Each village features its own amenities to be enjoyed by all DC Ranch residents.
The neighborhoods of DC Ranch are noted for their distinctive style, diverse selection and quality craftsmanship. Styles include attached villas, single-family homes and luxury apartments and condominiums all with a choice of floor plans, features and designs by some of the Valley’s premier homebuilders.
- Price range for homes: $650,0900 to $5,000,000
- Average Price Home: $995,000
- Price Range for Condos and Townhomes: $379,000 to $1,600,000
DC Ranch Homes For Sale
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Golf Course Information
PGA Tour professional Tom Lehman renovated his home course, The Country Club at DC Ranch in North Scottsdale. Lehman teamed up with golf course architect John Fought, a former U.S. Amateur Champion.
* Par 71
* 6,870-yard private Championship Course
* The greens were rebuilt with new TifEagle greens, providing an optimal putting surface
Clubhouse and Amenities
DC Ranch members can enjoy swimming, basketball, tennis and workout facilities as well as miles of walking, jogging and biking trails. The DC Ranch Clubhouse offers excellent dining experiences in both formal and informal settings.
Located at the doorstep of DC Ranch, on the southeast corner of Thompson Peak Parkway and Pima Road, Market Street features a main street theme incorporating 15 architecturally unique buildings and a variety of distinctive shops and boutiques, restaurants, neighborhood conveniences and offices all intimately tied together. You will immediately feel welcome and delighted with every new discovery.
DC Ranch Website
Map of DC Ranch in Scottsdale, Arizona
Located along the western flanks of the McDowell Mountains, DC Ranch is located just a few minutes from the 101 Freeway for quick access. Market Street is right next door with a collection of shops, restaurants and offices.
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by JONATHAN BODEEN | Aug 19, 2010 | Featured Communities
The Boulders is a master planned community located in Carefree, Arizona, just north of Scottsdale. The spectacular scenery of this area is unmatched anywhere else in the Sonoran Desert, thanks to 12 million year old granite boulder formations that tower over the landscape. 12 distinct communities contain elegant homes and villas that are unobtrusively placed to blend into the background, rather than distract from it. Most home sites have views of either mountains or greens. The 2 championship golf courses were designed by Jay Morrish, and are both rated among top 25 courses in Arizona.
Membership in the Boulders Country Club comes with a long list of luxurious amenities. Golf enthusiasts will enjoy the golf courses, pro shop, driving range, putting greens, and chipping and bunker areas to practice in. Tennis lovers will want to spend time in The Tennis Garden. It offers 8 different courts, weekly clinics, personal instructions, tennis social events, and its own pro shop. When it’s time to relax, homeowners will want to visit the Golden Door Spa. It is a 33,000 square foot retreat featuring waterfalls, gardens, native plants, and babbling brooks. The Spa features treatment rooms, a Pilates studio, tea room, salon, steam room, sauna, Japanese bath, and a swimming pool. Finally, all members can take advantage of the Club’s excellent fitness center, guided outdoor activities, lap pool, and whirlpool.
Home Information
If you’re seeking the ultimate Arizona golf lifestyle; then you start and end with the Boulders Golf Community, blended into in the high Sonoran desert on the border of North Scottsdale and Carefree. Elegant homes and villas blend with the magnificent boulder outcroppings which enhance the dramatic scenery. A variety of custom homes and homesites surround the two Jay Morrish golf courses available for play to guests and to members of the prestigious Boulders Club.
- Price range for custom homes: $700,000 to over $2,000,000
- Custom home sites from $400,000
- Developer homes from $400,000
Homes for sale in the Boulders
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Golf Course Information
- Two championship golf courses
- Premier Golf Membership – $130,000 – includes access to the Golden Door Spa as well as 80% equity
- Regular Golf Membership – $105,000 – includes 50% equity
- Golf Pro – Don Crawley
Clubhouse and Amenities Information
- Clubhouse with casual grill, pro shop and formal dining area.
- Golden Door Spa – with 24 treatment spaces and full menu of soothing treatments.
- 24 hour guard gate with security patrols
- Over 12,000 square feet of meeting space, accommodating from 10 to 500 guests
- 12 meeting rooms, with flexible floor plans
- Terraced Tennis Garden, with eight courts, private lessons, and weekly clinics
- Four swimming pools, including a heated pool and lodge pool with rock waterfall
- Six unique restaurants and cafes, serving sumptuous cuisine in casual and formal atmospheres
- Modern fitness facility, including weights, cardio equipment, whirlpools, and saunas
Map of The Boulders
The Boulders is located at the northern edge of Scottsdale by Carefree. The surrounding country is spectacular desert with impressive bouldered outcroppings which have been incorporated into the design of the magnificent golf course.
Scottsdale Road is the primary north/south commute route used to access Scottsdale and the 101 Freeway.
Whisper Rock Estate and Whisper Rock Golf Club
