Discover EXCEPTIONAL craftsmanship, privacy & resort-style outdoor living in this beautifully appointed 4 bed/3 bath home in gated Silverbell Preserve! Built by Meritage in 2016, this north-south orientation residence is situated on one of the most highly sought after, oversized lots w/ more than $200,000 in builder & owner upgrades, showcasing distinctive architectural details, & a backyard designed to embrace the year-round outdoor living & beauty of the Sonoran Desert! QUALITY THROUGHOUT! 10 ft ceilings and 8 ft doors create an open, spacious feel, a wide, welcoming foyer & entry hall accented by decorative wainscoting and lit by upgraded light fixtures and a decorative glass security door. Extra large, 20'' neutral ceramic tile on floors in all living spaces, & coordinating (hit more) floor-to-ceiling tile in two custom showers. The gourmet kitchen features rich chocolate-glazed cherry cabinetry. Fantasy Brown leathered marble countertops, an 8 ft long central island w/ breakfast bar. KitchenAid Pro Series appliances, double ovens, gas cooktop, and a stone and glass tile backsplash. A butler's pantry with wine/beverage refrigerator connects to an expansive 64 sqft walk-in pantry, providing exceptional storage and entertaining convenience. The same distinctive chocolate-glazed cherry cabinetry and Fantasy Brown leathered countertops, extend throughout the kitchen and all 3 bathrooms, creating a cohesive, custom finished look. The split-bedroom floor plan provides added privacy, while the spacious primary suite offers a spa-inspired bathroom w/ a spectacular walk-in shower. Guest bathrooms feature equally luxurious finishes. Flexible living spaces include a generous eat-in kitchen area, a large formal dining room and an oversized laundry room w/ built-in vacuum system, abundant custom and utility cabinets, a utility sink, additional storage, and a large chest freezer. The garage also has extra storage and is EV ready!
Step outside to your own private desert retreat! The expansive backyard features a NEW SWIMMING POOL (2024), high end Bullfrog Series-A hot tub, an extensive 50 ft long covered porch, a built-in natural gas bbq, over 800 sqft of patio pavers, seating areas, and a distinctive stone water feature tucked into the landscape! Colorful flowering plants and lush, low water use landscape plants supported by a new irrigation system (2025) bring the space to life, and create an inviting setting for memorable family gatherings, entertaining, or simply enjoying the solitude of Arizona's beautiful evenings. The premium lot features custom steel and wrought-iron decorative gates, planters, trellises, and sculptures that add artistic character and function around the perimeter, while extra high walls along two sides enhance privacy, and rear view fencing, along the back edge, frames approximately 23 acres of natural desert creating a sense of space and connection to nature.
Enjoy the best of convenience and outdoor recreation! The gated community offers convenient access to I-10 and the Santa Cruz River's Loop walking and biking trail system. Libraries, parks, shopping and restaurants are all within approximately one mile, making errands and recreation easy to reach! With substantial upgrades, distinctive architectural finishes, an oversized lot, exceptional outdoor amenities, and natural desert views, this is a home that offers far more than square footage alone. Come experience the craftsmanship, privacy and indoor/outdoor lifestyle that make this Silverbell Preserve property extraordinary!
