9253 E Sands Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85255

This updated, southwest contemporary home sits on nearly an acre lot and offers a large circular driveway and quaint entry courtyard with lush landscaping, a zen garden and fountain. The custom iron front door leads you into the open living room/dining room with soaring vega-beamed ceilings and a striking linear gas fireplace with floor to ceiling chevron pattern tile. The sleek chef's kitchen, designed for both style and functionality, is equipped with marble counters, double dishwashers, double ovens, Wolf induction cooktop, wine fridge, walk-in pantry, breakfast bar, and a stacked stone backsplash that extends to the ceiling. The primary suite is a sanctuary of its own showcasing a gas fireplace, dual vanities, jetted tub, spacious tiled shower, a generous walk-in closet, and private access to the backyard. Three guest bedrooms, three guest bathrooms, an office, and a powder room complete this well-designed single level floor plan. The expansive backyard offers an entertainment oasis with a heated pebble-tec pool & spa, putting green, gas firepit, beautiful travertine paver stone patios and walkways, an extended BBQ island with bar seating, deep covered patio, automatic awnings, and sweeping mountain and sunset views. Improvements over the last 5 years also include 2 tankless water heaters, all new HVAC system, new exterior windows and doors, new interior doors and hardware, new pool heater and pool resurfacing, and re-sealing the roof. Conveniently located in Pinnacle Peak Views 3 just north of DC Ranch, this home is just a 5 minute drive to Market Street and the shopping plazas at Pinnacle Peak & Pima, and offers quick access to the 101 freeway.