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FireRock's Top Properties To Watch

Fire Rock is a distinctive community with a very special location.  It features beautiful views of the Red Rock and Superstition mountain ranges,  and stands as a majestic landmark at the southern outskirts of Fountain Hills.  As the sun sets, the mountain lives up to its name, glowing a deep burnt orange.  Some of Fire Rock's top available properties are listed below.

1. 9640 N Rock Ridge Trail

Property presented by Chris Montalbano

SHORT SALE!! INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY SECLUDED ON TOP OF THE WORLD WITH BEAUTIFUL RED ROCK & SUPERSTITION MTN VIEWS. POOL ON MAIN LEVEL/WITH WIRELESS AQUALINX CONTROL. THIS 5 BEDROOM W/2 MASTER SUITES AND A 4 CAR GARAGE IS A STUNNING SOUTHWEST CONTEMPORARY, LOWER LEVEL CAN BE A GUEST SUITE/OFFICE COMPLETE WITH GARAGE. PREWIRED FOR ELEVATOR. TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE! THIS BEAUTIFUL HOME WAS DESIGNED BY ARCHITECTURAL CONCEPTS OF FOUNTAIN HILLS.

2.  9232 N Vista Verde Court

Property presented by Sandra Wilken Luxury Properties

An unbelievable 360* panorama of mountain vistas, valley views, golf course & sparkling lights await you at this contemporary masterpiece in FireRock Country Club. Inspired by European spas, built around the indoor pool area w/ telescoping doors opening to outdoor entertaining and living spaces. Truly a unique work of art-imported Turkish lime stone, dutch wood work finishes, German Seimatic Kitchen w/ high-end appliances, & Japanese-style baths. An exquisite master bedroom w/ sitting area & pocket window wall will provide ultimate luxury and relaxation. Master bath has a Japanese SOK tub, steam shower, walk-in closet & dressing area. 3 sizeable guest rooms w/ en-suite baths. Office, Game Room, Theatre Room, Wine Room, two wet bars & two half baths add to endless entertaining options!

3.  16117 E Shooting Star Trail

Property presented by Russ Lyon Sotheby's International

Named Villa De Las Cascadas, or Villa of Waterfalls, this stunning estate exudes ambiance with breathtaking Red Rock and Four Peaks views from its lofty perch high above a lush private golf course. 4,710 SF of multilevel alfresco terraces, piazzas. Venetian-plastered walls, travertine moldings. Kitchen w/spectacular single slab granite island, hand-carved hardwood cabinets. Enormous built-in table imported from artisan craftsmen in Mexico. Master bath w/blush- and bronze-hued marble vanities, double-sided rain forest steam showers. Theater. Wine cellar. Magnificent mountain, starlit Sonoran views. Heated spa with water slide into play pool, cascades into additional play pool. Separate Casita/Guesthouse. 5 to10 Car Garage w/1673 SF. Impossible to replace at current price!

4.  15915 E TOMBSTONE TRAIL

Property presented by Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty 

Snuggled against a stunning Firerock Country Club hillside, this elegant home boasts a spectacular panorama of mountain and golf course views. The sun-kissed gathering rooms are flattered by walls of seamless sheer glass; the gourmet kitchen enjoys a wealth of handsome Alder cabinetry and gorgeous caramel- and ebony-hued granite. Nestled nearby, the climate-controlled wine cavern is perfect for storing your treasured vintages. Alfresco ameni –  Snuggled against a stunning Firerock Country Club hillside, this elegant home boasts a spectacular panorama of mountain and golf course views. The sun-kissed gathering rooms are flattered by walls of seamless sheer glass; the gourmet kitchen enjoys a wealth of handsome Alder cabinetry and gorgeous caramel- and ebony-hued granite. Nestled nearby, the climate-controlled wine cavern is perfect for storing your treasured vintages. Alfresco amenities include upper- and lower-level dining terraces, a fresh-air barbecue kitchen and a starlit mountainside pool with a cascading waterfall spa. Ideal as an office or studio, the tucked-away casita features a walk-out bistro patio.

5. 9410 N Fireridge Trail

Property presented by MCO Realty

Gorgeous Mediterranean Villa on over an acre overlooking 4th fairway of Firerock Country Club. Premier finishes of granite, tumbled travertine, alder wood and stone. Gourmet kitchen with pizza oven, two dishwashers, warming drawers, large wrap around kitchen island with bar seating, and butlers pantry. 500-bottle wine cellar with tasting room, theater, formal living and dining room. Home has detached casita with fireplace and kitchenette. Hugh entertaining backyard with covered patios, large pool with waterfalls, spa, built-in BBQ. Five car garage.

6.  9826 N Copper Ridge Trail

Property presented by MCO Realty

**SHORT SALE** Overlooking the 18th fairway in the prestigious Firerock

Country Club with panoramic golf course and mountain views. Elegant premier finishes of granite, tumbled travertine, and cantera stone. This beautiful home offers three fireplaces, two wet bars, 450+ bottle wine cellar, game room, theater room, formal living and dining room, great room, family room, pool with water feature, and spa. Luxury amenities too many to list, make this home a must see. The home was designed to entertain or simply enjoy as a family. TV & components do not convey. Owner is a licensed Real Estate agent in the State of Arizona.

7. 9647 N Fireridge Trail

Property presented by West USA Realty

ELEGANT 6800SQFT LIVABLE,10227SQFT UNDER ROOF SANTA BARBARA,2LEVEL HOME W/FULL GUESTHOUSE AT LOWER LEVEL GLITTERING CITY LIGHTS ABUNDANT FROM FRONT & SOUTHSIDE OF HOME.AS YOU ENTER THIS TRADITIONAL CUSTOM BUILT HOME,16′ POCKETED GLASS DOORS INVITE YOU ONTO THE COVERED PATIOS THAT SURROUND NEGATIVE EDGE POOL & SPA & FIRE PIT,THE 14′ CEILING ADORN W/OPEN BEAMS IN THIS MASTERPIECE KITCHEN BOASTS EXQUISITE CABINETRY,OPENS TO FAMILY RM W/CITY LIGHT VIEWS.MASTER SUITE HAS IT ALL,10-HEAD SHOWER W/STEAM,W/D, & BONUS HIDEAWAY RM.ABSOLUTELY,NOTHING LEFT OUT:OFFICE OF YOUR DREAMS,CRAFT RM,4 FIREPLACES,WET BAR W/WINE RM,GUEST/APT,5CAR+GARAGE+ WORKSHOP,(1746SQ FT)& MORE..MUST SEE!!!ANOTHER RESIDENCE BY FREDERICK.

8. 15129 E Cholla Crest Trail

Property presented by Rock Realty, LLC

Wonderful Short Sale opportunity to acquire this Magnificent Tuscan Estate with spectacular 180 degree city light views in prestigious private gated Golf Community,Firerock Country Club at fraction of original cost! Fabulous open kitchen w/beautiful granite counters,breakfast bar,kitchen island,dual ovens,wet bar,espresso maker & refrigerator! Fabulous Media room/den w/wetbar (Could be another bedroom for 4)! Formal dining room w/winebar. Open office (could be closed in for another bedroom 5)! Master suite with luxurious bath,walk in closet, fireplace too! Split floorplan with two large additional bedrooms w/walk in closets, one has entrance to pool area. Fabulous extended patio, terrific pool & spa. Travatine floors, huge ceilings, fabulous designer touches! Private,quiet,immaculate!

9.  16100 E Shooting Star Trail

Property presented by REALTY EXECUTIVES North Scottsdale

REDUCED $250K! Stunning custom home nestled on a hillside golf course lot. Fabulous floor plan with a large great room, a billard/game room, a beautiful bar room, a luxurious master, a dramatic formal dining room & gourmet kitchen all on the main level. Lower level has two guest suites along w/a private indoor therapy pool plus an exercise/bonus room w/a kitchenette which can easily be converted to a 4th bdrm or perfect mother-in-law quarters. Owner's spared no expense on when building this lovely home which was featured in the AZ Edition of Design & Architecture in 2005 for it's unique custom high quality finishing materials. You'll love the panoramic views of the golf course, Red Rock & the surrounding mountains from the balcony & patio. Put on your MUST SEE LIST!

10.  9225 N Lava Bluff Trail

Property presented by Valley Commercial Realty 

Central Vacuum, Elevator, Fire Sprinklers, Soft Water Loop, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar(s), Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Dining in LR/GR, Formal Dining Room, Dishwasher, Disposal, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Pantry, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer HookUp Only, Bonus/Game Room, Den/Office, Great Room, Media Room, 2 Master Bedrooms, Master Bedroom Downstairs, Master Bedroom Sitting Room, Master Bedroom Split, Master Bedroom Walkin Closet, Other Bedroom Downstairs, Other Bedroom Split, Other Bedroom Walkin Closet, Double Sinks in Master Bathroom, Full Bath in Master Bedroom, Separate Shower & Tub in Master Bathroom, Tubs with Jets in Master Bathroom, 3+ Existing Telephone Lines, Cable TV Available, HighSpeed Internet Available, Network Wiring Multi Rooms, Pre-Wire Surround Sound, Carpet Flooring, Stone Flooring, Wood Flooring, Bedroom 2 is 15×14, Bedroom 3 is 16×11, Bedroom 4 is 17×15

About the Author

Founded in 1995, Sandra Wilken Luxury Properties was first recognized for representing major Scottsdale luxury properties, including The Phoenician and Gainey Ranch properties.  In  recent years S.W.L.P. has grown to service Arizona's most prestigious communities in the Scottsdale, Paradise Valley and Biltmore area of Phoenix.

Do bathroom faucets need to match other hardware (door knobs...)? I am looking at "tuscan bronze". Thanks!

They don't need to match, but they should co ordinate, in my opinion.

Metropolitan Galleries Bronze Tuscan Fountain