18651 N 101st Place,  Scottsdale AZ, 85255

Refined elegance with a melody of eclectic Southwest aesthetic, this Silverleaf Casita was a custom creation of architect Jeff Berkus and is ideally situated on two homesites backing to a craig maximizes the Sonoran surrounding views. Using a mix of materials and influences brings a fresh twist to Southwest style. With attention to detail in design, this home offers functional living spaces with 5 bedrooms, 6 baths including a private entry guest house, and an upstairs bunkroom/den with expansive patio overlooking pool and outdoor living, plus executive office, theatre room, and hobby room. Sensible sophistication at its finest with stone surfaces and reclaimed finishes, and open layout that suits the region's indoor-outdoor lifestyle, with plenty of gathering spots to accommodate friends and family. Brought to life with authentic detailed interiors by Caroline DeCesare of acclaimed DeCesare Design Group. Hand crafted and carved built-ins by Scottie Reid include the dining room breakfront, living room bookcase, and iron-strapped kitchen island. Inspired by a visit to Italy the owner's incorporated features bursting with graceful character throughout including a Mosaic kitchen mural imported from Italy, and Murano glass chandelier in dining room hand-picked by owner while visiting Venice. . Hand painted ceilings offer a subtle use of pattern fostering an air of elegance. Abounding with exclusive finishes Italian style limestone mantel, beam-lined ceiling, and antiqued cabinets.An entertaining dream with rooms flowing from one to another opening with telescoping glass doors to the outdoor living spaces backing to a distinct craig backdrop with intentional southwest exposure for 'winter summers' featuring an alfresco dining room, pool with water feature and spa, covered ramada with fireplace, eat in outdoor kitchen, and firepit with sitting area. Eat in kitchen island boasting Wolf and SubZero appliances, with stylish limestone vent, with an appropriate butler bar with wine fridge, coffee maker, microwave and refrigerator. Owner's suite impresses with a sophisticated Southwest flare with intricate turquoise hues in threaded in the plaster, shapely tiles custom colored to marry the suite hue with rustic brown patina reflected in the carved vanity and copper soaking tub. Desirable 3 car garage pristinely maintained. Lutron home system. Located in the coveted 32 home cove, conveniently located just off the drive to the Silverleaf clubhouse, "the Casitas" modeled after the Silverleaf clubhouse, are eminent in style and design, for the most discerning homeowner.