Quintessential Tucson Estate with a guest casita situated on an elevated homesite in the heart of the Old Foothills. Experience a private & secluded sanctuary-style retreat with expansive views of the city, iconic Tucson sunsets, & mountains in every direction without sacrificing proximity to the U of A, the Loop,, the best restaurants, shopping, & more. This meticulously remodeled home reflects a unified vision executed to perfection with the assistance of acclaimed interior designer Linda Robinson. The result is a flawless masterpiece of curated materials that envelop you in livable luxury & understated sophistication. The shade of a canopy of mesquite trees produces an enchanting introduction & a romantic ambiance that sets this property apart. Intentional architectural details, brick-capped smooth stucco, flagstone walkways, wood-lined red-tile porches, & distinctive windows come together to present a modernized version of a classic Tucson home. The split-level floor plan separates the main level of the house with a refined kitchen completed with a masterful combination of the finest materials, five en-suite bedrooms (including the separate guest casita), an office, a library & 2 powder rooms from the lower level designed purely for recreation & entertainment. The lower level includes a game/media room with a wet bar & bathroom, a fully equipped workout room, an oversized storage closet & a covered patio that leads to the newly finished & lit pickleball/basketball court. The indoor & outdoor living spaces flow seamlessly with a series of verandas & dynamic spaces that encourage stepping outside to take in the views & the beauty of the natural surroundings at any time of day. In the foreground of panoramic views of the city & mountains surrounding the valley is a resort-style backyard designed for small or large-scale entertaining with an extensive covered patio, outdoor kitchen, flourishing landscape, a pebble-tec pool, & an outdoor fireplace for guests to gather on a cool winter night. This prime foothills location offers District #16 schools. Convenient to world-class golf resorts & country clubs, hiking trails in the Catalina Mountains, the Loop- a 133-mile connected bike path, the St. Phillip's Plaza/weekly farmers markets, Trader Joe's, yoga & CrossFit studios, and much more. Main level: The foyer sets the tone with a dramatically high ceiling adorned with hand-hewn beams, walls finished in Venetian plaster & hardwood floors that carry throughout the home. Just off the entry is a beautifully finished powder room with Santa Barbara-style tile wainscoting & refined custom finishes & two large en-suite bedrooms with walk-in closets. Behind the beautiful imported double doors off the entry, you will discover a library & reading room, another ensuite bedroom & stairs down to the lower level. The exquisite formal living room houses a grand piano & stone-covered fireplace flanked by built-in shelving with beautiful wooden doors. A vaulted barrel ceiling distinguishes the adjacent formal dining room, designed for hosting friends & family for any occasion. The exceptional kitchen is a light-filled timeless work of art that opens to a cozy family room with a fireplace & a breakfast nook perfect for informal dining. The kitchen is completed with the finest materials, including imported brick flooring, Sub-Zero & Wolf appliances, hand-crafted cabinetry, high-quality hardware, a one-of-a-kind hood vent, & a farm sink overlooking the lush backyard, pool & city views. The large center island that anchors the space has a honed quartz countertop, a prep sink, a wine refrigerator & beverage drawers. A custom wet bar area within the kitchen provides additional storage for glassware & space for guests to help themselves to drinks. A second, nearby powder room is conveniently placed for guests The kitchen/family room area effortlessly flows to the herringbone pattern brick patio. An outdoor kitchen area with built-in BBQ and much more!
