8230 N Scenic Drive, Tucson, AZ 85743

$1,575,000

Nestled at the base of Safford Peak at the edge of Saguaro National Park West.

Gardens, pathways, beautiful mature landscaping, bubbling fountains and gracious patios surround the entire property.

The home sits well back off the road for peace, quiet and privacy. Looking towards the Catalina Mountains at sunrise.

The perfect place to enjoy your favorite author, study or share quiet conversation.

Front entry on the left, secondary bedrooms and bath to the right.

Elegant and spacious this inviting great room offers comfortable, casual yet sophisticated living.

Newly renovated sparkling pool and Safford Peak are perfectly framed in this beautiful arched view window.

Rich reds in original mosiaco tile and the warmth of heavy wooden beams beg you to linger over dinner in this elegant dining room.

Antique porcelain bar sink and a wood fired grill add charming elements to this wonderful dining room.

Designed by renowned designer/builder Lewis Hall.

Welcoming entry with library to the left.

Designed by Lewis Hall with a stately fireplace to balance the room. Original hardwood floors and beamed ceilings add warmth and character.

Each door opens to an individual room- a shower room, a toilet room and a room with bathtub.

Enter from the great room, dining room or the primary bedroom. This patio serves as the central outdoor living space.

Corner stairway leads to one of two viewing decks.

A big old shade tree, a delightful tiled wall fountain, mature growth landscaping, a viewing deck, arched entry to pool area with a lovely antique iron bell, and plenty of space to entertain your guests or hang a hammock and take a nap. What a great place to spend time together.

New plaster, pool tile, cool decking, sand filter and pool light ready for your laps or water games.

This building also offers a pool changing room with full bath, a 2 RV garage and a covered patio for shady relaxing by the pool.

Pool has solar heat for year-round swimming.

Antique marble double sink anchors the kitchen.

A happy turquoise refrigerator reminds us not to take life so seriously!

Loads of storage and even room for a small breakfast table for 2.

This guest bedroom has a private patio among the citrus trees.

Looking towards short hall and dining. This room gives access to primary suite and powder room.

Fun half bath off of media/flex room. This room connects the primary suite to dining and kitchen through a short passage. .

This building contains a 1 bdrm casita, workshop/tool room and a basement.

One bed casita with loft for extra sleeper. Casita is up a few stair steps from ground level.

West half of this lot can be split and sold, leaving original estate intact.

Campfire circle calls out for the guitar led singalongs and tall tales of the Old West.

Additional Photos Available Upon Request!

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 6 Square Footage: 5,390 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 339,767 Status: Closed

Current Price: $1,575,000 List Date: 5/28/2022 Last Modified: 12/18/2024

Overview

Description

Historic Black Arrow Lodge Hacienda, built in 1949, rich in heritage & elegant style, presents a rare opportunity for the discerning buyer. Its 7.8 private acres at the base of Safford Peak & a few hundred yards from Saguaro National Park & Sanctuary Cove provide a serene & majestic setting for this gracious estate. Styled with beamed ceilings, original Mexican mosaico tile, intimate courtyards, fountains, arched entries & many antique elements collectively create the feel of Spanish missions of yesteryear. Main house offers 3 bd/2.5 baths, library, great room, formal dining, renovated kitchen, office w/ prvt entrance, & a media rm or 2nd office. Two guest houses. Sparkling new pool remodel w/ solar has changing rm with full bath. 2 viewing/sleeping decks, 4 fireplaces, 8 car

Supplements: freestanding garage w/ office, double RV freestanding garage, basement, new private well in 2017. Property can be split in half per zoning. Ideal for family compound, Airbnb, equestrian ranch, or a gracious place to host guests. With major renovations completed, this attractive price allows for the new owner to make any necessary improvements or ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 22213746

Address Information

Street #: 8230
Direction: N
Street Name: Scenic
Suffix: Drive
State/Province: AZ
Zip Code: 85743
County: Pima
Country: USA

Location, Tax & Legal

Tax Code: 221-22-016R
Area: West
Subdivision: Unsubdivided

General Property Information

Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
Construction Status: Existing
Lot Dimensions: irr.
Lot Acres: 7.8
Lot Sqft: 339767
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Combined SqFt: 5390
Main House SqFt: 3733
Guest House SqFt: 1657
Source of SqFt: Assessor
# of Garage Spaces: 10
# of Covered Prkng: 10
Full Baths: 5
1/2 Baths: Yes
Total Baths: 6
Basement: Yes
# of Fireplaces: 4
Year Built: 1949
School District: Marana
Elementary School: Rattlesnake Ridge
Middle School: Marana
High School: Marana
Horse Property: Yes - By Zoning
Horse Facilities: No
List Price/SqFt: 292.21
Lot Size Price/SqFt: 4.64

Property Features

Stories: One Construction: Burnt Adobe; Masonry Stucco; Mud Adobe Style: Spanish Roof: Built-Up - Reflect; Tile Living Areas: Great Room; Off Kitchen Dining Areas: Breakfast Nook; Dining Area; Formal Dining Room Kitchen Features: Dishwasher; Disposal; Exhaust Fan; Gas Oven; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator Primary Bathroom Features: Double Vanity; Separate Shower(s); Shower & Tub Additional Bathroom Features: Exhaust Fan; Powder Room; Shower & Tub; Shower Only Laundry: Dryer; Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Extra Room: Library; Media; Office; Storage; Workshop Guest Facilities: House Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Cathedral Ceiling(s); Beamed Ceilings; High Ceilings; Solar Tube(s); Split Bedroom Plan; Storage; Walk-In Closet(s); Workshop Fireplace: Fire Pit; Wood Burning Fireplace Location: Dining Room; Guest Quarters; Living Room; Primary Bedroom Floor Covering: Engineered Wood; Mexican Tile; Stone; Wood Window Covering: Stay Technology: High Speed Internet; Telephone Main Cooling: Ceiling Fans; Ductless; Gas; Zoned Main Heating: Forced Air; Mini-Split; Natural Gas Water Heater: Electric; Natural Gas Gas: Natural Sewer: Septic Water: Private Well Accessibility Option: Level Security: Security Gate; Smoke Detector(s) Pool: Solar Pool Heater Spa: None Fence: Masonry; Wire Landscape - Front: Decorative Gravel; Desert Plantings; Low Care; Shrubs; Sprinkler/Drip; Trees Landscape - Rear: Desert Plantings; Low Care; Natural Desert; Shrubs; Sprinkler/Drip; Trees View: Desert; Mountain(s); Rural; Sunrise; Sunset Road Type: Paved Driveway: Circular RV Parking: Enclosed Garage; Space Available Exterior Features: Courtyard; Fountain; Native Plants; Pond on Lot; Waterfall; Workshop Lot Features: Dividable Lot; East/West Exposure; Subdivided Neighborhood Feature: Historic; Horses Allowed Terms: Cash; Conventional Submit With Offer: Domestic Well Addendum; Lead Based Paint Disclosure; Loan Pre-Qual; On-site Wastewater Property Disclosures: Affidavit of Disclosure; Insurance Claims History Report; Lead-Based Paint; Seller Prop Disclosure Special Conditions: None

Contract Information

Method of Title: Fee (Simple)
Distressed Info: None

Status Change Info

Off Market Date: 2022-08-28
Pending Date: 2022-09-10
Sold Date: 2022-09-22
Sold Price/SqFt: 292.21
Lot Sz Sold Prc/SqFt: 4.64
How Sold: Cash Owner Carryback

More Information

Showing Information

Directions: From Twin Peaks and Silverbell Rd. West on Scenic Dr. 1 mile to address on left. OR From Continental Reserve Loop and Pima Farms Rd head W 3/4 mi to dead end at Scenic Dr. Go S to address on left. DO NOT TURN THRU OLD ENTRANCE ON PIMA FARMS RD. THAT ROAD NO LONGER CONNECTS TO THE PROPERTY!

Living Areas

Other: Library

Kitchen Features

# of Ovens: 3
Countertops: Corian
Pantry: Walk-In

Laundry

Other: Laundry area

Extra Room

Other: Pool Rm w/ bath

Guest Facilities

Other: Guest House #2

Interior Features

Interior Steps Y/N: N

Fireplace Location

Other: Library

Electric

Electric Company: Tucson Electric

Pool

Conventional: Yes

Driveway

Paved: Gravel

Exterior Features

Front Faces: East

Subdivision Restrict

Age Restrictions: No
CC&Rs: Yes
Deed Restrictions: Yes

Submit With Offer

Other: Proof of Funds

Home Protection

Offered: No

Sold Info

Seller Paid Repairs: 27750

Documents

Lead Paint Discl ›

SPDS ›

Affidavit of Disclosure ›

Water Well/Water Use Addendum ›

Floor Plan ›

Site Plan for 8230 N. Scenic Dr. ›

Ishi's Black Arrow ›

Listing Office: Aufmuth Fine Properties

Last Updated: December - 18 - 2024

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