Description
Tucked into a protected natural desert setting in coveted Sky Ranch, this extraordinary mud adobe residence--designed by renowned builder Stellar Gray--blends Australian Queenslander architecture with influences from Mexico, Spain, India, and the American Southwest. With an Open Floor Plan, 3 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms, it is constructed with 16-inch-thick mud adobe walls designed for exceptional thermal mass, the home is a rare fusion of artisan craftsmanship, architectural authenticity, and modern luxury.A corrugated metal roof, expansive covered wraparound verandas, exposed tongue-and-groove wood ceilings, steel casement doors and windows, plaster walls, wood lintels, and solid alder doors create a timeless architectural presence throughout. Enter through handcrafted antiqued double doors into a private courtyard oasis featuring a sunken beehive firepit, mature desert landscaping, uplighted saguaros, raised garden beds, and tranquil gathering spaces surrounded by protected preserve land for exceptional privacy and serenity. Designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, every bedroom and living space opens directly onto the deep wraparound patio through individual steel casement doors with separate screen doors, allowing cooling breezes to flow throughout the home in true zaguan style. The heavy-gauge screened porch system offers year-round enjoyment of the surrounding desert landscape while keeping critters out.
Inside, the open-concept great room is both dramatic and welcoming, anchored by a gas beehive fireplace beneath soaring vaulted wood ceilings. The kitchen combines warmth and sophistication with knotty alder cabinetry, concrete countertops, walnut butcher-block island, walk-in pantry, induction range with warming drawer, Electrolux convection oven, and stainless appliances.
The luxurious primary suite features tongue-and-groove ceilings, walk-in closet, barn door entry to the ensuite bath, dual vanities, and a custom walk-in tiled shower with deep niches. Secondary bedrooms offer versatility for guests, offices, or creative spaces. Additional highlights include sealed concrete flooring throughout, recessed lighting, gallery-style hallways, custom hand-laid tile work, full-sized laundry room with built-ins, extended-length garage with extensive storage and epoxy coated foor. And, a spiral wrought-iron staircase leading to a rooftop viewing deck with panoramic mountain and city-light views stretching to downtown Tucson--perfect for Fourth of July fireworks.
Nearby Tangerine Sky Community Park has a playground, shade structures, walking trails, bathrooms, and a dog park!
Set on a premium .38-acre corner homesite enveloped by preserve land, this architecturally significant home offers a rare opportunity to own a true desert masterpiece.
