8601 E Carefree Drive Carefree, AZ 85377

Legendary Carefree living & NO HOA awaits on 1.5 ACRES of secluded privacy in this 3BR, 3BA, 3,503sf Custom gem w/ stunning mountain & scenic VIEWS & room for private Casita - in the heart of Carefree! Moments from Scottsdale. Start your journey through the hand-stamped driveway, copper clad garage doors, thru courtyard gate to front entry. Savor the 1st of many walnut & saguaro ribbed doors. Take in the charm of large vega beam ceilings, latilla shutter windows, recessed natural lighting, ARTISTIC PERFECTION & beautifully tiled & wood flooring throughout this exquisite Estate. Cozy Living Room w/fireplace, VIEWS of nature & open to private dining both in front dining room & kitchen. Glide into UPDATED Chef's kitchen, stone counters, walnut cabinetry, walk-in-pantry, island...(CLICK MORE) Beautiful kitchen w/ prep sink, plus dining w/ bar seating. Adjacent to the family room w/ views & access to RESORT YARD, make entertaining a pleasure. Relish in the newly-added upstairs VIEW Retreat / Studio with balcony & endless options. The Master retreat is warmed by a beehive fireplace w/ a cozy sitting area, xl walk-in-closet, resort-style bath w/ separated sinks, commode room, stone counters, phenomenal artisan tub & snail shower. The luxurious comforts carry into the other two guest suites - The upstairs suite has a lovely balcony w/ pristine views & private entry/exit stairway to this backyard oasis. Enjoy views of the Desert, Black Mountain & wash from the spacious covered patio, SW inspired fireplace, BBQ area, or from the sparkling pebble-finish pool & completely tiled spa. The oversized 4-car-garage w/ extra storage can be used as a Gym or workshop, etc. Great location, close to restaurants, shopping, golf, resorts, spas, roads for daytrips & so much more! A convenient ride to the airport. Make this sonoran dream retreat, your Carefree reality!

More things to love about this home & List of $245,576 in Upgrades since 2018.....
1. Water tank 12/18 $3,785
2. Water softener 2018 $2,080
3. Irrigation lines 8/19 $1,939 // Updated again in 5/12 $6,855
4. Kitchen appliances (All) 2018 $14,247
5. Landscaping on bank 1/19 $3,580
6. Sonos sound system 3/18 $2,670
7. New pool pump/heater 1-19 & 2/21 $7,931
8. Three New air conditioners 3/22 $25,893
9. Remodeled Master bathroom 2018 $55,623
10. Master tub & toilets 2018 $11,958
11. Kitchen backsplash, faucets, disposal & contractor 2012 $8,254
12. Exterior Painted 2021 $21,550
13. Rooftop resurfacing 2018 $4,642
14. Remodel for Art Studio $33,050
15. Small bath partial remodel vanity, marble, sink, faucets, lighting & shower door $4,000
16. Chandelier in Living Rm $812
17. Sonos connection to Living Rm & Patio $2,671
18. Fitness machines in Garage gym $5,883
19. Extra storage in garage $798
20. Master bedroom window treatment $1,005
21. Sandblasting both bedrooms wood beams in ceiling 2018 $3,000
22. ADT Security $668
23. Termite Teco Solutions around perimeter of home $1,182
24. Gas logs in Fireplaces inside & outside 2018 $5,308
25. Landscape plantings $715
26. Outside lighting 2019 $7,660
27. Barbeque 2018 $3,327
28. Washer/Dryer 2018 $2,190

*Casita plans are available for viewing upon request.