PHOENIX ICONIC ESTATE NOW ON THE MARKET

Locals call it the "Barry Manilow House" which is just an urban myth. But, we know Barry would love this masterpiece of quality and design built by Ahwatukee's premier builder Regatta Homes for his own parent's residence in 1990.

The goal then, and ever since, has been QUALITY THAT EXCEEDS EXPECTATIONS IN EVERY DETAIL. Recent remodeling includes a master bath remodel/addition, a room-size master closet remodel/addition like you’ve never seen before and a new enormous upstairs second master bedroom/in-law suite.

A custom crafted iron verdigris fence surrounds this 1.37 acre estate in the exclusive Ahwatukee Custom Estates, a custom home community nestled at the base of the South Mountain preserve. This estate is surrounded by only single level homes and the privacy of the estate is protected by deed restrictions on the surrounding lots.

Enjoy the breathtaking views of the mountain preserve while relaxing amongst the award-winning lush mature landscaping with over 60 palm trees including 21 giant palms. To duplicate the mature landscape today would be an outrageous cost.

The expansive terraced patios with built-in planters are perfect for entertaining.

The tournament sized sunken and lighted tennis court with automatic ball machine doubles as a sport court.

The back yard includes a pebble tec diving pool; a heated Jacuzzi with adjacent fireplace and seating area, cabana with steam room; bathroom, large tiled bar with built-in barbecue and subzero refrigerator.

The stunning front entry boasts a circular old world bomanite driveway with gated entry around an eye-catching fountain and pond to the classic Portico with 8 full columns and 2 half columns.

The 15 ft solid carved front door leads in to grand foyer and formal living areas with soaring windows and ornate carved Cantera stone fireplace.

Rarely does a home combine Old World elegance with the Arizona lifestyle so well.
You’ll find natural stone flooring with mosaic inserts, custom maple cabinets with antiqued finish, updated bathrooms, kitchen, floors, walls etc.

Handcrafted plaster ceilings by plaster artist Bob Bothell are accented by 6 full sized Straus crystal chandeliers and over 20 crystal sconces.

Enjoy the beauty of the grounds through the well placed windows with custom plantation shutters.

The gourmet kitchen showcased in many magazines and news articles features granite countertops, a room-length work island with 2 sinks and Crone Faucets, a 48" Viking 8 burner gas range, double ovens (optional gas or electric); stainless steel built in microwave; Dacor warming drawer, 2 Asko Swedish dishwashers, side-by side Subzero refrigerator and freezer; breakfast bar, built-in desk and large walk-in pantry.

The octagonal breakfast room is conveniently adjacent to the kitchen and overlooks the interior courtyard and pool and was designed to capture the morning sun and serene views.

This open floor plan flows in the spacious family room with built-in entertainment wall, wet bar, wine storage and ice machine.

Take the elevator to the lower level media/theatre room and guest quarters where you have a private outside entry as well. Complete with wet bar, 3/4 size built-in subzero refrigerator, complete bath, fireplace and media wall. There's plenty of room for guests, seating or a pool table as well. Your guests may never leave!

The ground floor master retreat with beamed ceiling has a large exercise/sitting area, separate exit, several tv viewing areas with separate controls and romantic imported Cantera stone fireplace.

Pamper yourself in the recently remodeled opulent master bath with $20K free standing stone tub, oversized travertine shower and steam room, custom cabinetry, marble vanities and beamed ceiling to match those in master bedroom.

Wait until you see the enormous all new master closet remodel and addition! This is a closet like you’ve never seen before and it appears to go on forever! Floor to ceiling custom closet cabinetry with glass fronts, shoe shelves, ladders, built-ins for ties, belts, suits, dress shirts, jackets, dresses, laundry hampers, etc plus a granite top stand alone island. Owner’s personal laundry room has been built into the closet along with a utility/storage room which includes personal HVAC unit for the master bedroom area

There are 4 additional bedrooms (1 on the main level and 3 on the second level) with sufficient room for the whole family.

The 6th bedroom is currently an office/trophy room with floor to ceiling windows.

This home in an entertainer’s dream with an open air veranda to enjoy the mountain and city lights views. Add almost 700 square feet of covered patio and your party can flow easily in and out of the wall length glass doors.

Other features of this fabulous estate:
An orchard including tangelo, grapefruit, orange, tangerine, lemon, and apricot.
Extra large hidden block storage building for storing garden and pool supplies.
7 HVAC units multi zoned climate control, 3 central vacuum systems,600 amp electric system, 500 gal propane tank, soft water and R/O water system.

This property must be seen to be believed. Barry would love it here!