$3,675,000
9701 E Happy Valley Road 19
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
MLS# 5183345
Status: Closed
6 beds  |  7.5 baths  |  15000 sqft
Superior craftmanship and impeccably maintained.
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Superior craftmanship and impeccably maintained. Iconic view of Pinnacle Peak that you can enjoy everyday. This home is designed for entertaining. The kitchen sets the scene with its multiple free-form counters and the dropped ceilings a reflection of the counters. There are several areas to sit, either at the bar, the casual custom built-in table or using the generous space to add an additional table. This home offers guests a warm and welcoming feeling. The Arizona desert is acclaimed for its breathtaking skies and this estate captures them from every vantage point. Here there are welcoming views of the sparkling city lights to the south. Hand cut granite slabs, Kallista faucets, black walnut cabinetry, absolute black honed granite counter tops, steam shower, Jacuzzi for two with a stoned stacked fireplace and Pinnacle Peak views, his and her water closets, workout room with private balcony and a generous size walk in closet. The office showcases Pinnacle Peak and offers separate access. Several patios surround the pool & spa. Detailed with a large boulder water feature adding that extra dimension of movement and sound. Nighttime allure is created with the visual movement of the flames dancing from the fire pit nestled among the boulders. The Peak, a private gated enclave community of 34 home sites. This home is privately gated and sits on an interior 4.4 acre home site. Warm and inviting... Casual steps lead to the spa, fire pit area and a children's playhouse beyond. The grounds have plenty of room to add a putting green or to accommodate a sports court and multiple tennis courts. An authentic adobe wall surrounds the courtyard. The lazy river with its tranquil movement of water flows along with the natural grade. Numerous boulders are nestled in among the cacti garden that is rich with color, form and texture. Garage: 8 car garage & the workshop. Main House:7 car-garage (options for lifts) Guest House:1 car-garage Workshop or a 16 car-garage Walls of glass capture the views. Reclaimed Australian wood floors and a carved cantera stone fireplace. Soaring twenty-three foot high ceilings detailed with rough sawn wood beams, a stacked stone fireplace, hand plaster walls and a wall of glass that opens to reveal the lush grounds and views. Done in the style of Barbara Barry with a personal twist. Large windows capture the views and access to a private patio. The en-suite bathroom is detailed with Boyd fixtures, Kallista faucets, Sam Terry designed glass shower enclosure flush to the floor. The dining room has a wall of glass that open extending the dining room to the outdoors. A playful mosaic design is inlaid in the floor, hand forged iron drapery rods and tabs are just some of this rooms elements. Enchanting views of the cacti garden and beyond the sparkle of the city lights. The metallic colored backsplash is designed with inserts of custom bronze tiles that depict ancient African mask. Cherry stained alder cabinets, pewter custom knobs, 6-burner 48' dual fuel Dacor oven, custom stainless steel fixtures, titanium sink, SubZero, dual Bosch dishwashers, an ice maker and four custom pantries. A multi-purpose luxe hub or headquarters for food prep, caters and gift wrapping. Detailed with floor to ceiling custom quality cabinets some with fashionable art glass, commercial stainless steel sink, Asko dishwasher and large glass doors access the front patio and garden. Custom pocket doors allow this room to be closed off and private from the rest of the home. Four cleverly designed pantries. The butler pantry shown here hosts the second fridge, multiple outlets and cabinetry for food storage. The fourth pantry (not shown) is used for glassware and is located just steps from the bar. Currently used a second office but can be a wonderful guest room #3 with a large walk in closet and chic en-suite bathroom. Perfectly positioned are two hand carved mesquite bars with soapstone counters and an antique stone horse trough sink. Not seen are the pocket glass doors behind that lead to the patios. Renderings to customize are available. The design of the home is layered yet simple. Every view point captures something new. Custom front doors and other various glass work through out the home are the clever design of Scottsdale's Sam Terry. The walls are rich in texture with venetian plaster over burlap, copper slate floors, a Sam Terry alluring mirror, hand painted Italian fixtures and a playful wall of mirror inserts adds to a Moroccan feel. The property features four custom pantries. Pantry #3 is used for storage of large platters, centerpieces and serving items. The counter top in the kitchen leading away from the bar area is designed at table height to allow chafing dishes to be placed at the proper height when serving large social gatherings. The spa is nestled up top beside one of the two fire pits. The other fire pit is in the midst of outcropping of boulders creating an intimate focus for the spectacular night time view. With Arizona climate the BBQ is on duty year round- enjoy this point of view from the BBQ too. A short stroll, along the lazy river that flanks the meandering walkway among a courtyard garden of select desert plants. In the evening the sparkling lights of the city below. Privately gated and set back on the home site to capture the Pinnacle Peak mountain views. Lush grounds with plenty of room to add a future sports court, tennis courts or playground. View Point- Arizona At It's Best *Guest House* A 3,000sf guest house with two bedrooms and a two car garage. *Guest House* In the guest house the great room is open to the breakfast room and kitchen detailed with a full size Sub Zero. The guest house master bedroom captures desert views and is just steps to the outdoor spa. *Guest House* The guest house is generous room sizes that all present serene desert views. *Guest House* The guest house features a master bathroom with a complete wall of cabinetry and an extra large walk in closet. *Guest House* The master bathroom in the guest house has been designed with wheel chair accessible shower and all backing for bars are in walls but bars are not yet installed.

Property Description
This is the personal home of a custom home builder and a designer. Their professional collaboration, sourcing of fine materials and selection of talented craftsmen have created a timeless four acre estate. Designed for those that have a passion for cooking & entertaining, whether hosting large social circles or family & friends. The kitchen accommodates multiple cooks with free form counters & four custom pantries. The dining room's wall of glass opens to alfresco dining in the alluring front courtyard. The great room boasts the grandeur of 20 foot high ceilings and walls of glass open to create a sophisticated fusion with the luxe pool and grounds. This home was designed around the views of the iconic Pinnacle Peak, and the beauty of its surrounding take center stage.

Details
Documents
Contract Information
Sold Price: $3,675,000
Status: Closed
Current Price: $3,675,000
List Date: 2014-10-09
Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
Ownership: Fee Simple
Location, Tax & Legal
Map Code/Grid: J38
House Number: 9701
Compass: E
Street Name: Happy Valley
St Suffix: Road
City/Town Code: Scottsdale
State/Province: AZ
Zip Code: 85255
Zip4: 2396
Country: US
County Code: Maricopa
Assessor Number: 217-06-068
Subdivision: The Peak
Tax Year: 2014
General Property Description
Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
Dwelling Styles: Detached
Exterior Stories: 2
# of Interior Levels: 2
# Bedrooms: 6
Full Bathrooms: 7
Half Bathrooms: 1
Total Bathrooms: 7.5
Approx SQFT: 15000
Price/SqFt: 245
Guest House SqFt: 3000
Horses: N
Builder Name: North Peak
Year Built: 1999
Approx Lot SqFt: 193575
Community Pool Y/N: No
Private Pool Y/N: Yes
Fireplace YN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 3
Planned Comm Name: The Peak
Marketing Name: The Peak
Elementary School District: Cave Creek Unified District
High School District: Cave Creek Unified District
Elementary School: Desert Sun Academy
Jr. High School: Sonoran Trails Middle School
High School: Cactus Shadows High School
Legal Info
Township: 4N
Range: 5E
Section: 8
Lot Number: 19
Basement
Basement Y/N: N
Parking Spaces
Garage Spaces: 22
Total Covered Spaces: 22
Items Updated
Roof Yr Updated: 2013
Kitchen Yr Updated: 2007
Kitchen Partial/Full: Partial
Bath(s) Yr Updated: 2009
Bath(s) Partial/Full: Partial
Pool Partial/Full: Full
Sold Info
Loan Type: Cash
Payment Type: Other
Closing Cost Split: Normal - N
Buyer Concession $/%: $
Seller Concession $/%: $
Remarks Misc
Cross Street: Pima & Happy Valley Road
Directions: East on Happy Valley Road to 9701, ''The Peak''. Turn south & proceed through the gate to Desert Vista, turn east to Lot #19 on the north side with private gate.
Geo Lat: 33.707606
Geo Lon: -111.86817
Status Change Info
Off Market Date: 2015-06-08
Under Contract Date: 2015-04-08
Close of Escrow Date: 2015-06-08
Sold Price: $3,675,000
Property Features
Special Listing Cond: N/A
View: City Lights; Mountain(s)
Master Bathroom: Full Bth Master Bdrm; Separate Shwr & Tub; Double Vanity; Tub with Jets; Bidet
Master Bedroom: Split; Upstairs; Downstairs
Additional Bedroom: Other Bedroom Split; 2 Master Bedrooms; Other Bedroom Downstairs; Separate Bedroom Exit; Master Bedroom Walk-in Closet; Other Bedroom Walk-in Closet
Fireplace Features: Fireplace Family Rm; Fireplace Master Bdr; Two Way Fireplace; Gas Fireplace; Exterior Fireplace; Fire Pit
Flooring: Carpet; Stone; Wood
Window Features: Solar Screens
Private Pool Features: Diving Pool; Heated
Spa: Private; Heated
Community Features: Gated
Dining Area: Formal; Eat-in Kitchen; Breakfast Bar; Dining in LR/GR; Breakfast Room
Kitchen Features: Gas Oven; Gas Range; Gas Cooktop; Gas Stub for Range; Disposal; Dishwasher; Built-in Microwave; Refrigerator; Wall Oven(s); Multiple Ovens; Pantry; Walk-in Pantry; Granite Counters; Kitchen Island
Laundry: Washer Hookup; Inside
Other Rooms: Family Room; Great Room; Guest Qtrs-Sep Entrn; Exercise/Sauna Room; Separate Workshop; Media Room
Interior Features: Skylight(s); Vaulted Ceiling(s); 9+ Flat Ceilings; Central Vacuum; Wet Bar; Intercom; Fire Sprinkler System; Water Softener Owned; Water Purifier; Other; See Remarks
Technology: 3+ Exist Tele Lines; Pre-Wire Srnd Snd; Sat Dish TV Ownd; Sat Dish Intrnt Ownd; High Speed Internet; Ntwrk Wrng Multi Rms; Security System Owned
Exterior Features: Balcony; Built-in BBQ; Playground; Covered Patio(s); Misting System; Patio; Private Street(s); Pvt Yrd(s)/Crtyrd(s); Separate Guest House
Parking Features: Circular Driveway; Attch'd Gar Cabinets; Extended Length Garage; Garage Door Opener; Over Height Garage; RV Access/Parking; RV Gate; Separate Strge Area; Side Vehicle Entry; Tandem Garage
Construction: Wood Frame
Const - Finish: Painted; Stucco; Stone
Roofing: Built-Up; Foam
Cooling: Central Air; Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating: Natural Gas
Utilities: APS; SW Gas
Water Source: City Water
Sewer: Septic Tank; Septic-In & Connected
Services: City Services
Fencing: Wrought Iron; Block
Property Description: North/South Exposure
Landscaping: Desert Front; Desert Back; Natural Desert Front; Natural Desert Back; Grass Back; Yrd Wtring Sys Front; Yrd Wtring Sys Back; Auto Timer H2O Front; Auto Timer H2O Back
Possession: By Agreement; Close of Escrow
Association Fee Incl: Common Area Maint; Street Maint
Existing 1st Loan: Treat as Free&Clear
New Financing: Cash; Conventional
Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail; Agency Discl Req
Supplements
A 3,000sf guesthouse perfectly accommodates staff or weekend guests.
IDX
Listing Office: Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty

Office Phone: 480-585-7070

Office Email: [email protected]

Last Updated: December - 26 - 2025

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