Homes for Sale in Desert Forest – Carefree

PRICED TO SELL! Forget for a moment the exterior amenities and that the house is loaded with features. Instead, consider the prime location of this captivating contemporary on Black Mountain in Carefree. Unique in every way! From its circular design to the grandiose living space. Only a stone's throw from outdoor recreational opportunities, local shopping/dining spots, and the town center. As if that's not enough, you'll enjoy sweeping views of the Black & Continental Mountains. After your local excursions, you'll return to the irresistible charisma of contemporary design on a corner lot in a popular neighborhood of low-traffic streets. Whether walking or driving, a circular driveway makes a grand first impression. A second large driveway is at the back of the house.

With elegant, REMODELED charm, nestled on a 1.26-acre lot, this exquisite 2,945 SF CUSTOM home in Carefree's Velvet Shadows offers unparalleled privacy and old-world sophistication with a contemporary flair. The property is privately set back from the road, ensuring tranquility and seclusion. Upon entering you'll be captivated by the vaulted ceilings, a two-way fireplace & stunning porcelain 18''x36'' flooring that creates a welcoming and spacious experience. The family room opens to an expansive private covered patio, finished w/reverse Saltillo tile overlooking a sparkling pool with breathtaking views. This home is designed for easy living w/ light, brightness & natural beauty. The superior wool bedroom carpet reflects both sophistication & cozy warmth. The completely ...CLICK..''MORE'' The completely reinvented kitchen is a Chef's delight, featuring sleek quartz countertops, exclusive stainless steel appliances, extraordinary Custom-hewn Cabinets with abundant space. See UPGRADES & UPDATES COMPREHENSIVE LIST! The split floor plan strategically offers a large Owner's Suite with doors to a fully covered balcony-patio with pool & views, leading to a larger house-length private patio perfect for reading, sunbathing, dinners with friends or adding a hot tub. Vibrant Pinnacle Peak Mountain views with stunning sunrises are savored from these back patios, pool and family room. While the iconic Black Mountain and its incredible sunset views, are relished from the front, making this home a true Carefree Arizona paradise. Distinguishing this home is its huge Bonus Room with its cavernous walk-in closet and storage. The Bonus Room wing singularly provides the perfect space for a media room; exercise and hobbies. Noteworthy tech capacities provide separate lines for high-speed internet in the office, supporting home-based businesses and movie streaming. This energy-efficient, REMODELED treasure also includes a gorgeous laundry room appointed with top cabinetry, sink and folding space, an oversized 2-car garage with storage, and hidden pockets of private nature-viewing areas, enfolded into this nurturing, verdant, abundant land. Mature trees, floral shrubs and native cacti complete your Custom Arizona Hideaway, offering you and your guests years of enchantment, amidst fabulous views, sunsets and stargazing, in unmatched privacy. One visit, and you will fall in love, harnessing this opportunity to make Stardust Hideaway your Arizona Dream Oasis! Call now!

Luxurious Mountain View Retreat with Resort-Style backyard. Welcome to your dream home in the gated community of Canyon Ridge Estates. This move-in ready, newly remodeled gem features panoramic windows framing sweeping views of Black Mountain and majestic saguaros, offering a serene and picturesque backdrop. Designed for entertaining, the grand living spaces boast high ceilings and flow seamlessly into a gourmet chef's kitchen, remodeled in 2021. Enjoy top-of-the-line JennAir appliances, a gas pro-style range cooktop, a smart oven, custom-built cabinets, a huge Taj Mahal quartzite island, handmade Zellige tile backsplash, and elegant Brizo fixtures. Step into your resort-style backyard with low-maintenance landscaping, an outdoor fireplace, and a renovated heated pool and spa with water and fire features. Host unforgettable parties with the outdoor kitchen and dining area, perfect for al fresco dining. The expansive patio invites you to unwind and enjoy enchanting Arizona sunsets. The home's flexible floor plan suits any lifestyle. The luxurious primary suite serves as a private retreat, featuring a spa-like bathroom with a freestanding soaking tub and a spacious floor-to-ceiling glass shower wall. Additional en-suite bedrooms offer privacy, comfort, walk-in closets, and mountain views. An oversized garage provides ample space for vehicles and storage. Pre-wired for smart home technology and equipped with a smart security system, this home ensures modern convenience and safety. Situated on over an acre, there's ample room for expansion. Envision a large casita or your own pickleball court. This property is not just a home but a lifestyle. Embrace luxury, comfort, and breathtaking beauty. Schedule a tour today. Seller willing to carry. Agent is related to seller.

This nearly new Catalonia model by Toll features a fantastic great room split floor plan w/great Black Mountain views in gated Reserve at Tranquil Trail. 3 ensuite bedrooms, 3.5 baths, an office, & a bonus room plus a 3 car garage all on one level w/a gorgeous pool/spa & gazebo. Upgrades throughout including courtyard entry w/travertine pavers & modern water feature, huge great room w/sliding pocket door, gas fireplace, wood-look tile floors, dark wood cabinets, granite counters, glass tile backsplash, SS appliances, custom lighting, clerestory windows, plantation shutters, & ceiling fans. Large primary bedroom w/lavish bath featuring dual sinks, floating tub, tiled shower surrounds w/dual shower heads, & walk-in closet w/organizers. Great secondary en suite bedrooms and bonus room in

Very elegant and totally private hacienda style courtyard greets you with 12 foot wood French doors opening to a botanical paradise surrounding a babbling brook style pool and spa. Just remodeled sleek primary suite and luxurious bath overlook the abundant gardens and romantic pool patios. Light filled kitchen anchors the home and opens to informal dining, formal dining and the glass dominant sweeping great room with warm wood accents and chic black stovepipe fireplace designed for entertaining. Poolside detached casita framed with slump block wall and extended trellis draped in floral vines just steps away from the generous covered and uncovered patios. Swim, lounge, converse and dine as you wish while enjoying the warmth of an outdoor two way fireplace that beckons all in residence. Primary suite also offers charming reading nook or studio/flex space for in home office or supplemental fitness options. Finishes include wood ceilings, wood beams, maple cabinetry, stone flooring, Bosch appliances, new sinks, new gas stovetop and custom bath fixtures. Los Reales is a bespoke gated community with only 14 homesites sitting at the base of Black Mountain.

This unique location offers the epitome of luxury and convenience, where every amenity is just steps from your doorstep in this upscale community. This 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome has a Den, that could be an office or an optional 3rd bedroom. From the moment you enter, you'll be captivated by the open concept design, gourmet kitchen, and opulent primary suites. The amazing mountain views that surround this community only enhance the tranquil, luxurious atmosphere. Community features Pool, Spa, Putting Green, Bocce

Come fall in love with this custom architectural & newly remodeled home on acreage with million dollar mountain views that has just graced the market!!! The exquisite finishes selected on this Sonoran style home include bleached oak flooring through-out, soaring vaulted ceilings, wood casings windows, 2 fireplaces, a brand new kitchen, remodeled baths, 3 car garage, remodeled pool & new front & back landscaping all set below Desert Mountain's stunning views! As you walk down the brick entry through your new front doors that open into soaring 20 foot ceilings with skylights, you can immediately envision you life unfolding here! The newly remodeled kitchen walls have been opened opened up, white quartz waterfall counters w/ veining, custom 2-tone cabinets w/ rose gold hardware, white Cafe line appliances & fridge, under-mount sink w/ rose gold goose-neck faucet w/ stunning views overlooking the backyard, peninsula seating for many, dramatic quartz backsplash all the way up the wall, stainless hood & its' own sky light too! The separate oversize dining room is surrounded by windows is adorned by an elegant chandelier for entertaining. The primary bedroom is just lovely with its' own wood burning fireplace, plantation shutters, walk-in closet & exterior exit. A custom barn door takes you into the primary bath which has just been remodeled too w/ marble floors, shaker cabinets, vessel sinks, new mirrors & light fixtures, custom-tiled shower & soaking tub under an adorable window that just completes the setting! The guest bath is next to the other 3 bedrooms for convenience & has been remodeled too with the same beautiful quartz counters, marble flooring, subway tile backsplash, round black mirrors, custom tiled shower w/ glass doors & a seat too! Other interior finishes not to be missed: all new Alabaster paint, new floorboards, real wood doors, wood burning brick adorned fireplaces in family & master, new fans, new toilets, 2 closets in 2 of the bedrooms & new front & patio doors too! The front yard is a desert paradise and the long driveway takes you to your newly epoxied extended length 3 car garage! The best selling feature of this home is the backyard views from the wrap-around brick patio w/ built in BBQ over looking your newly refinished sparkling pool! Enjoy Arizona's sunsets here amongst your newly landscaped yard including new astro turf & multiple palm trees. The views of the mountains are just majestic w/ no homes behind. This estate is truly one of a kind w/ an open-floor-plan concept, no interior steps, windows & skylights galore, low maintenance landscaping, North & South exposure all nestled on a quiet street in the highly prestigious custom home neighborhood of Velvet Shadows. So close to all the amenities, events, and attractions in Carefree and Cave Creek adds to the convenience and desirability of this home. Come witness for yourself the beauty of this serene retreat set amongst AZ's most tranquil desert landscape!

Nice opportunity (far below the comps) in the Beautiful SkyRanch Gated Community - Larger 2846 SqFt, 3Br with 3.5 Baths on Large 1/4+Acre Lot - Fully Furnished w/ Linens & Kitchen. Guest Parking, Well-Cared-For unit with Solid Wood Doors & Cabinets. Nice easy-Flowing floor plan. 2 Master Suites and 3rd Guest Br. Breakfast Nook and Dining Room. Transom Windows (front & back) for natural lighting and easy access to Garage from Kitchen. Tennis Courts & Doggie Park nearby.

Perfect Carefree home on a large interior corner lot with private back yard, views of Black Mountain and a large multi-level patio / pool area. Solid block construction on this Single Level light and airy updated home. Nicely appointed interior with kitchen and baths updated in 2015. New floors and paint throughout (2024). Kitchen has Granite Counter Tops, Undermount Chef's sink, Stainless Steel Dual Ovens and electric cooktop. Two large en-suite bedrooms, plus a third guest room. Spacious area off of kitchen can be used as a den or sitting area. Large pool recently updated and resurfaced with pebble tec. Quiet neighborhood is only ½ mile from town with easy access to grocery stores, restaurants, golf, and hiking trails.

Mind blowing residence with a guest house in popular Carefree! This gem sits on a 2.5-acre corner lot with unparalleled views of The Boulders Golf Course and valley mountains. Enter this lovely home on a large paver driveway & gorgeous landscaping. 3-car garage with epoxy floor. Enter into great room to discover sheer beauty & astonishing detail throughout! The remodeled interior boasts a large great room with glass walls & a WOW view of the backyard, The Boulders golf course & mountains. The clean lines give a modern look and feel with subtle sophistication. Stone floors & walls, wood-burning fireplace, recessed lighting, pre-wired surround sound, and abundant natural light can't be left unsaid. Impressive kitchen is a dream for any cooking enthusiast! Don't miss this opportunity!

This stunningly remodeled and modernized residence was crafted by the renowned architect Ilan Baldinger from Baldinger-Studio. Nestled at the foot of Black Mountain in Carefree, AZ, this exquisite home offers a tranquil setting. Step inside this luminous and spacious home to experience a sense of relaxation and serenity. Explore the expansive living and dining area with a revamped entertainment center, complete with a water vapor electric fireplace. The kitchen, with its contemporary white design, boasts top-of-the-line finishes and overlooks the living space and pool. The master suite features a private gas fireplace, a lavish bathroom with a freestanding tub, and a walk-in shower. Additionally, there is a guest casita or office ideal for remote work or visitors. The property includes a 3-car garage equipped with electric charging for your EV. Moreover, there is a separate air-conditioned RV garage or workshop. Countless other upgrades and amenities await discovery in this remarkable home - a true gem that should not be missed.

Charming One Level elevated Patio Home offers the Carefree lifestyle with incredible mountain views. Located within walking distance to the heart of Carefree, enjoy dining, shopping, farmers markets, and art festivals just a stone's throw away. With 2 bed/2 bath/2-car garage, this home is designed for both comfort & convenience. Its character shines through clerestory windows and vaulted ceilings, adding lots of natural light. The spacious living room with fireplace opens up to a large patio, perfect for soaking in the scenery of downtown Carefree, and the majestic mountains beyond. Thanks to the HOA, exterior maintenance, including roof, are taken care of along with garbage and water. New HVAC 2020. This easy lock & leave lifestyle, allows you to enjoy all that Carefree has to offer.