Courtesy of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty
Property Description
Rare opportunity within the 24/7 guard-gated Finisterre enclave, this extraordinary Paradise Valley estate offers 9,281 square feet of comprehensively reimagined luxury framed by iconic views of The Praying Monk, Camelback Mountain, and Mummy Mountain. Thoughtfully redesigned by emerging architect Yap-Chan of Arizona State University, the residence seamlessly blends refined modern design with timeless desert architecture, creating a private sanctuary defined by sophistication, wellness, and effortless indoor-outdoor living. Designed for grand-scale entertaining and intimate everyday living alike, the 7,586-square-foot main residence showcases expansive gathering spaces, soaring ceilings, museum-quality slab limestone, engineered white oak flooring, new energy-efficient windows and doors, integrated smart-home technology, whole-home water filtration, and an air-conditioned four-car garage. At the center of the home, an expanded chef’s kitchen was curated for elevated entertaining, featuring dual islands, premium Miele and Viking appliances, and two walk-in pantries, all thoughtfully connected to elegant living and dining spaces. An inviting wine room offers a refined setting for collectors and intimate gatherings .Beyond the main residence, a detached guest house/casita provides luxurious accommodations for extended stays or multigenerational living. Resort-inspired grounds unfold as a private desert retreat, where sweeping mountain vistas frame expansive outdoor living spaces designed for both recreation and relaxation. A dedicated sport court, spa-inspired wellness retreat complete with steam room and private pool bath, and thoughtfully designed entertaining areas create an atmosphere reminiscent of a world-class resort. Offering exceptional privacy, architectural vision, breathtaking natural beauty, and seamless luxury living within one of Paradise Valley’s most coveted guard-gated communities, this is a truly rare opportunity to own an extraordinary desert estate.
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Property Details and Features
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Appliances & Equipment
- “Dryer”
- “Washer”
- “Water Softener Owned”
- “Reverse Osmosis”
- “Refrigerator”
- “Built-in Microwave”
- “Dishwasher”
- “Disposal”
- “Gas Range”
- “Gas Oven”
- “Gas Cooktop”
- “Built-In Gas Oven”
- “Water Purifier”
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Basement
- “Concrete”
- “Finished”
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Bathrooms
- 2 half bathrooms
- 7 full bathrooms
- 9 total bathrooms
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Bedrooms
- 5 total bedrooms
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Building
- Built in 1989
- Architectural style: “Contemporary”, “Santa Barbara/Tuscan”
- Living area: 9281
- Construction materials: “Stucco”, “Wood Frame”, “Painted”
- Other structures: “Separate Guest House”, “Gazebo”
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Cooling
- “HVAC SEER Rating”
- “Heat Pump”
- “Gas”
- “Central Air”
- “Ceiling Fan(s)”
- “ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment”
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Accessibility Features
- Accessibility features: “Accessible Hallway(s)”
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Exterior Features
- “Playground”
- “Private Street(s)”
- “Sport Court(s)”
- “Built-in Barbecue”
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Fence
- “Block”
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Fireplaces
- “Fire Pit”
- “Exterior Fireplace”
- “Family Room”
- “Living Room”
- “Master Bedroom”
- “Gas”
- 3 total fireplaces
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Floors
- “Stone”
- “Wood”
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Garage
- 4 spaces
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Heating
- “Natural Gas”
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Home Owner’s Association
- Association fee: $3,481
- Association fee frequency: Semi-Annually
- Association fee includes: “Maintenance Grounds”, “Other (See Remarks)”, “Street Maint”
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Interior Features
- “Walk-in Pantry”
- “High Speed Internet”
- “Smart Home”
- “Granite Counters”
- “Double Vanity”
- “Eat-in Kitchen”
- “9+ Flat Ceilings”
- “Central Vacuum”
- “No Interior Steps”
- “Roller Shields”
- “Wet Bar”
- “Kitchen Island”
- “Pantry”
- “2 Master Baths”
- “Bidet”
- “Full Bth Master Bdrm”
- “Separate Shwr & Tub”
- “Tub with Jets”
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Laundry
- “Inside”
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Listing
- Listing ID: 7033219
- Standard status: Active
- 2 days on market
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Location
- Subdivision name: FINISTERRE LOT 1-93
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Lot
- 1.17 acres
- 51,097 sqft
- “Sprinklers In Rear”
- “Sprinklers In Front”
- “Desert Back”
- “Desert Front”
- “Cul-De-Sac”
- “Synthetic Grass Back”
- “Auto Timer H2O Front”
- “Auto Timer H2O Back”
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Energy Saving
- Green energy efficient: “Other (See Remarks)”, “Solar Panels”, “Multi-Zones”
- Green water conservation: “Recirculation Pump”
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Parking
- “Attached Garage”
- “Gated”
- “Garage Door Opener”
- “Extended Length Garage”
- “Direct Access”
- “Circular Driveway”
- “Attch’d Gar Cabinets”
- “Over Height Garage”
- “Separate Strge Area”
- “Side Vehicle Entry”
- “Temp Controlled”
- “Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)”
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Pool
- “Diving Pool”
- “Heated”
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Possession
- “By Agreement”
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Property
- Patio and porch features: “Covered Patio(s)”, “Patio”
- View: “Mountain(s)”
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Roof
- “Tile”
- “Foam”
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Schools
- Elementary school: Kiva Elementary School
- High school: Saguaro High School
- High school district: Scottsdale Unified District
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Security Features
- “Security System Owned”
- “Security Guard”
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Sewer
- “Sewer in & Cnctd”
- “Public Sewer”
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Taxes
- Annual amount: $19,380
- Lot: 13
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Utilities
- “Natural Gas Connected”
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Windows
- “Screens”
- “Solar Screens”
- “ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows”
- “Mechanical Sun Shds”
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