A view of the Chiricahua course at Desert Mountain in Scottsdale, AZ.
Desert Mountain is a luxury community that is home to six golf courses, six clubhouses and so much more.
Chiricahua Course- Desert Mountain – Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale Golf Communities
Stunning Views at DC Ranch’s Silverleaf Community in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautiful views are not hard to come by at the luxury golf community of Silverleaf in Scottsdale, Arizona. Silverleaf is a private enclave that is part of DC Ranch.
Terravita Scottsdale AZ – Real Estate Activity for First Quarter 2010
Terravita is a wonderful guard-gated community in North Scottsdale, Arizona where residents can enjoy beautiful desert vistas and mountain views as they move through the community. The 823 acres are comprised of rolling desert and boulders and are complimented by the golf course weaving its way through the twenty-three different neighborhoods that make up Terravita. Terravita has a variety of homes and floorplans available for residents. The smallest homes are around 1,500 square feet and the larger homes top out at around 3,800 square feet. A great number of these homes have golf course views as well as mountain or boulder views.
Homeownership at Terravita comes with a membership to the Terravita Country Club. The Terravita Country Club has a fitness center, a large pool, tennis facilities and the Desert Pavilion Community Center. There is a year-round calendar of events for members as well. The clubhouse with dining options has many large patios to enjoy the beautiful desert vistas and breathtaking sunsets.
Residents can also elect to join the private Terravita Golf Club. The course was designed by Billy Casper and Greg Nash and membership is capped at 325 members.
Below are the home sales results for Terravita for the first quarter of 2010. There were fourteen home sales and sale prices ranged between $207,500 to $810,000.
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Disclaimer: Data and information was pulled from the Arizona Regional MLS (ARMLS) on 4/1/2010 and can change at any time. The analysis looks at single-family resale homes for sale and sales in the golf community of Terravita in Scottsdale AZ. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Copyright © 2010 Heather Tawes Nelson
Troon Village Golf Homes, Scottsdale AZ
Troon Village homes, located just moments from Pinnacle Peak, are nestled into the mountains providing some spectacular views.
Terravita of North Scottsdale AZ – A True Community in a Beautiful Setting
Terravita is a well-established golf community in North Scottsdale, Arizona. Spread over 823 acres, Terravita is bordered by Scottsdale Road to the east and Carefree Highway to the north.
The natural beauty of Terravita is hard to beat. The landscape is desert and boulders with a manicured golf course weaving in and out of the various neighborhoods. To the north, Black Mountain and The Boulders golf community afford some stunning views for residents.
Developed by Del Webb in 1993, there are 23 distinct neighborhoods within Terravita where homes of similar square footage and style are grouped together. The smallest floorplan starts at 1,500 square feet and the largest is 3,800 square feet. Many of these homes have golf course views as well as views of Black Mountain or The Boulders. Street names like “Evening Glow,” “Shooting Star Way” and “Crested Saguaro” capture the lifestyle Terravita’s residents enjoy.
One of the benefits of purchasing a home at Terravita is that homeownership comes with a membership to the Terravita Country Club. The Terravita Country Club has a fitness center with cardio and free weights as well as classes, a large, sparkling pool, tennis facilities with six courts and the Desert Pavilion Community Center where residents can host an event or attend a number of group activities.
The Terravita clubhouse is an expansive 34,000 square feet with many large patios to enjoy the beautiful desert vistas and breathtaking sunsets. Dining options include The Sunset Dining Room, The Grille, a more informal Snack Bar and the Poolside Grille. Terravita has a year-round calendar of events for members allowing residents to get to know each other whether they are living there full-time or they are seasonal residents. In addition, Terrravita is a guard-gated community.
Residents also have the option to join the private Terravita Golf Club. The pristine course was designed by Billy Casper and Greg Nash and delights members all year long. Capped at 325 members, membership options include a Full Golf Membership and an Invitational Membership.
It is hard not to enjoy the lifestyle at a community as wonderful as Terravita.
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Desert Highlands Scottsdale AZ – Luxury Golf Living
Desert Highlands in Scottsdale, Arizona is a wonderful community located just south of majestic Pinnacle Peak. Homeowners at Desert Highlands enjoy gorgeous valley views and striking desert landscapes.
Desert Highlands is a well-established Scottsdale golf community, having been in place for over 25 years. It was developed by Lyle Anderson, who also developed Desert Mountain in far north Scottsdale. It features a mixture of full-time residents as well as second homeowners who visit during the winter months.
The Desert Highlands golf course was designed by Jack Nicklaus and although it is challenging, it is a visually-stunning course that winds through the hilly landscape. If you need to practice your putting, there is an 18-hole putting course.
In addition to golf, Desert Highlands has several other activities for its residents. There is an extensive and award-winning tennis facility. The fitness center is expansive and features top-of-the-line equipment and plenty of room to get fit. The large, sparkling pool area is a nice way to spend a wonderful Arizona afternoon.
The Desert Highlands Clubhouse is elegant and expansive. Several dining options are available for members, ranging from a casual bite at The Grille to a more formal experience at the Ventana Room. Membership to Desert Highlands is required for homeowners.
Desert Highlands enjoys a great location, close to shopping, dining, entertainment, area freeways, medical care and more. As mentioned previously, Pinnacle Peak, a challenging hike, is moments away and for a taste of the Western lifestyle, the well-known Greasewood Flats is just up the road.
Desert Highlands members truly get to experience luxury golf living.
As of March 2010, home prices start in the mid-$600’s and range to just under $5 million.
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Troon Village and Troon Country Club in Scottsdale AZ – Views, Desert Vistas and Golf
Troon Village is a collection of communities centered around Troon Mountain and the Troon Country Club in North Scottsdale, Arizona. Housing options range from townhomes to custom homes on acre plus lots. Many of the communities, particularly the more established ones, are guard-gated or gated. Some of the more well-known neighborhoods are Windy Walk Estates, Troon Fairways and Glenn Moor. All of these communities wrap around the Troon Country Club golf course.
One of the major attractions of living in Troon is being surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of the Scottsdale desert. Since the terrain Troon occupies is hilly, many of the homes have spectacular mountain views or twinkling city light views at night. Just across Alma School Road from Troon is the world-famous Pinnacle Peak, a striking landmark and a favorite of many hikers. Even though you may feel that you are “getting away from it all” at Troon, world-class dining and shopping and entertainment are just minutes away.
At the heart of Troon Village, is the private Troon Country Club. Troon Country Club is home to a 50,000 square foot clubhouse, which opened in 1986 and was updated in 2003. There are plenty of dining options at the Troon Country Club clubhouse ranging from a casual meal or snack to a more formal dinner. In addition to dining, the clubhouse features a fitness center, pool, tennis courts and a sport court. If you are looking for social activities, there is a full social calendar including theater excursions, special speakers, bridge club and more. Troon Country Club’s golf course is a favorite of many and was designed by Tom Weiskopf and Jay Morrish. It never fails to delight golfers from the beginner to the experienced. You do not have to live in Troon Village in order to become a member of Troon Country Club.
Troon Village is a wonderful place to live year-round or to visit during the winter months.
Resort Living at The Boulders in Carefree and Scottsdale AZ
The Boulders community in Carefree and Scottsdale, Arizona takes resort living to a new level. Imagine living on the enchanting grounds of the world-famous Boulders Resort and Spa. Beautiful vistas of huge boulders enhance the peaceful Sonoran desert landscape and contrast with the vibrant green of the two golf courses.
Homes in The Boulders range from patio homes up to stunning custom homes on the golf courses. You do not have to be a member to live at The Boulders, but membership has its advantages as you will have access to the top of the line amenities.
The Boulders Club amenities are superb. First off are the two golf courses, Boulders North and Boulders South, that were designed by Jay Morrish. Each day, one of the courses is reserved for members only, while the resort guests have access to the other course. Access to the courses alternates daily allowing members to enjoy the variety.
In addition to golf, The Boulders also has a tennis complex with three clay courts and five premier cushioned courts. There is a tennis pro shop on site and a well-educated and friendly staff.
From a fitness and wellness perspective, members have access to the renowned Golden Door Spa and fitness center. At the Golden Door, you can take advantage of the spa-oriented locker rooms and outdoor pools. There is a 2,000 square foot fitness center, a tea room and so much more. In addition, members enjoy a discount on the Golden Door’s spa treatments and retail items.
Memberships range from a Premier Clubhouse membership, which gives you access to the tennis complex and the Golden Door Spa among other benefits, to a Premier Golf Membership which gives you access to all of the amenities The Boulders offers.
In addition to living in a resort paradise, The Boulders is mere minutes away from plenty of shopping, dining and entertainment options. The charming town of Carefree is just north, Cave Creek is just to the west and Scottsdale is just to the south.
The Boulders truly does exemplify resort living and the best part is that you are already home.
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