
This beautiful Southwestern-style home is discreetly nestled on a spacious 4.13-acre plot within the gated community of La Puerta, located in the scenic Catalina Foothills of Tucson, Arizona. Built by the award-winning custom home builder Mike Wachs, this residence boasts 4,937 square feet of luxurious living space with a thoughtfully designed split floor plan featuring 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, providing a perfect balance of generous space and private comfort. Designed to maximize breathtaking panoramic views of the Catalina Mountains with the Tucson city lights as a dramatic backdrop, the home highlights resplendent wood flooring throughout its common areas and the primary bedroom. The backyard is a serene desert landscape oasis, equipped with resort-style amenities including a large turf area with pool, an oversized ramada that provides expansive city views, a built-in BBQ, and ample dining space under a sizable covered patio. For additional outdoor versatility, a fenced flex space lies adjacent to the backyard, suitable for gardening, playground setup, or a tranquil desert retreat. The primary suite offers ultimate privacy and luxury, featuring direct access to both the backyard and a private courtyard. This expansive retreat includes a cozy sitting area with a gas fireplace, an attached exercise or office space, and a spa-like ensuite bathroom with two closets, dual vanities, a walk-in shower, and a jetted tub. Additional accommodations include two sizeable guest bedrooms located just off the family room—one with direct backyard access—and a large guest bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, all creating a secluded guest wing. The versatile fourth bedroom can serve as a playroom, office, game room, or den. The home includes large, light-filled common areas perfect for entertaining, with spacious living and dining rooms, and an extra space adjacent to the kitchen and family room that can be transformed into a built-out bar, billiard room, or additional entertainment area. The kitchen, recently remodeled with brand-new countertops, appliances, and cabinets, is designed for a cook’s versatility accommodating both lively gatherings and intimate family moments. Positioned conveniently near La Encantada and Joesler Village shopping centers, La Paloma Country Club, and with direct access to downtown Tucson, the property enjoys a phenomenal location. Additional highlights include an oversized 3-car garage with ample storage and a long private driveway. The home is impeccably maintained, showcasing countless high-end details and character throughout. Listed at $2,100,000, this residence offers a unique opportunity to experience the upscale, tranquil lifestyle characteristic of the Catalina Foothills, a coveted area known for its stunning natural beauty, mild climate, and abundance of outdoor recreational options.
Living Room with Fireplace

This cozy living room corner centers around a contemporary fireplace framed by a wooden mantel, positioned against a white wall that extends into built-in shelves on either side. The warmth of the wood tones in the mantel and shelving contrasts beautifully with the crisp white walls and the light wood flooring, creating a welcoming atmosphere. A comfortable built-in bench with decorative cushions nestles beside the fireplace, adding to the inviting seating options. Large wooden-framed glass doors open to an outdoor seating area, flooding the room with natural light and enhancing its airy, open feel. A modern marble coffee table anchors the space with style and simplicity.
Dining Area with Rustic Charm

This dining area blends rustic elegance with modern simplicity. A solid wooden table anchors the space, surrounded by sleek black spindle-back chairs, creating a striking contrast against the light wood plank flooring. Exposed wood ceiling beams add warmth and texture, emphasizing a natural aesthetic. White walls enhance the brightness, further illuminated by two spherical pendant lights with a delicate honeycomb pattern. A large window framed with matching wood provides a view of lush greenery outside. Built-in cabinetry in natural wood beneath a framed artwork offers practical storage and adds subtle decor, completing the inviting and functional dining environment.
Kitchen Island and Cabinets

This spacious kitchen features earthy tones, with sage green lower cabinets contrasted by a natural wood island base topped with a sleek white countertop. The large island offers ample workspace, while the built-in appliances maintain a streamlined look. Exposed wooden ceiling beams bring rustic charm, complementing the warm wood flooring. White walls and ceilings, accented by recessed lights and skylights, create a bright and airy atmosphere. Brass hardware on cabinetry and the vintage-style faucet add subtle elegance. Open corner shelving and a stainless steel range hood contribute to the clean, modern aesthetic.
Living Room and Entry Details

This spacious living area features a warm, inviting blend of natural wood and crisp white walls. Exposed wooden beams run across the ceiling, enhancing the room’s rustic charm, complemented by a white ceiling fan for subtle airflow. The flooring is a rich, medium-toned wood that flows seamlessly into the adjacent kitchen and entryway raised by a few steps with a wood handrail. Built-in wooden shelves built into the wall provide both storage and display space, filled with colorful books and board games. Arched doorways and recessed lighting add architectural interest and modern warmth to the space.
Living Room and Kitchen View

This open-concept living space features a seamless blend between the living room and kitchen, separated by a partial wall. Warm wood tones dominate the ceiling beams and cabinetry, contributing a natural, rustic charm. The vaulted ceiling with exposed beams enhances the spaciousness, complemented by two white ceiling fans for a subtle contrast. Light hardwood flooring extends throughout, maintaining a cohesive look. A large, neutral-toned sectional faces the backyard view visible through expansive sliding glass doors that invite abundant natural light. The kitchen boasts generous cabinetry, a double oven, and a hanging glass pendant light, emphasizing a cozy yet functional aesthetic.
Entryway with Patio Access

This inviting entryway features a warm wood-plank floor that complements the rustic exposed wooden ceiling beams overhead, adding architectural character to the bright white walls. A large, ornate gold-framed mirror rests against one wall, enhancing the sense of light and space. Double glass doors framed with natural wood open to an outdoor patio, drawing the eye to the greenery beyond and allowing natural sunlight to flood the space. Accents include a tall potted plant adding a touch of nature indoors, minimal white curtains, and a small modern bench seating on the right, designed with light wood and white cushions, perfect for putting on shoes or pausing before heading outside. The area subtly hints at adjoining stairs leading upward, creating a welcoming transitional space with a blend of natural elements and clean modern style.
Bathroom Vanity and Tub

This bathroom features a charming southwestern style highlighted by colorful Talavera-inspired tiles with vibrant blue borders and delicate floral patterns. The tiled countertop seamlessly integrates the sink, framed by matching tile that extends to a large rectangular mirror, creating a cohesive, bright focal point. Natural wood cabinetry beneath adds warmth with its simple vertical panel design. The adjacent built-in tub is similarly tiled, enhancing the rustic appeal. Small, high windows permit natural light while maintaining privacy. Earth-toned terracotta flooring completes the warm, inviting atmosphere, blending functionality with artisanal craftsmanship.
Bathroom Vanity and Tile Work

This bathroom features a vibrant, artfully tiled vanity countertop and backsplash with warm terracotta and white tiles accented by blue bird motifs. The tiles extend in an elegant arched pattern above the sink, creating a unique architectural focal point. Natural wood cabinetry below the countertop complements the earthy tones, while polished brass fixtures add a touch of classic sophistication. A door with wood framing and built-in blinds opens to an outdoor space, bringing in natural light and enhancing the room’s airy feel. The terra cotta tile flooring ties the entire room together with a rustic Southwest charm.
Children’s Bedroom

This cozy child’s bedroom features vibrant lavender walls contrasted with white trim and furnishings, creating a cheerful and inviting atmosphere. A white wooden bed with classic spindle posts anchors the room, dressed in a pink-and-white striped comforter. A plush blue stuffed animal sits prominently on the bed, adding a playful touch. The carpeted flooring enhances warmth and comfort, while sheer white curtains softly filter daylight from a wooden-framed window. A white ceiling fan with five blades provides practical air circulation. Delicate gold hanging decorations above the window lend a whimsical charm to this well-organized space.
Cozy Bedroom

This bedroom features soft pink walls creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. A large bed dressed with a gray and white striped comforter occupies the center of the room, accented by textured and colorful pillows that add a playful touch. A white ceiling fan with light fixtures hangs above, highlighting the high ceiling. The room’s two windows are framed with natural wood and adorned with sheer white curtains that diffuse natural light beautifully, while a string of star-shaped decorations adds charm. Light beige carpeting complements the tones, and a minimalist white nightstand and clear acrylic chair enhance the airy feel of the space.
Laundry Room

This laundry room offers a warm, rustic charm with its honey-toned wood cabinetry, which extends generously along two walls, providing ample storage above and below the counters. The counters and backsplash feature traditional tile with blue floral patterns on a neutral base, adding a touch of classic character to the space. A white utility sink is seamlessly integrated into the countertop on the left side. Modern front-loading washer and dryer units sit side by side, blending functionality with the room’s earthy, natural palette. A well-placed window allows natural light and offers a scenic view of desert landscape and mountains, enhancing the room’s inviting atmosphere.
Bedroom Corner

This bedroom corner features a soft, neutral palette with plush beige carpeting complementing the crisp white walls, creating a calm and airy atmosphere. A striking, vintage-inspired dresser with bold pink drawer fronts and ornate silver handles introduces vibrant color and character to the space. Above it, three framed art pieces, including a monochrome portrait and bold typography prints, add a modern artistic touch. A wall-mounted flat-screen TV provides entertainment without occupying floor space. Natural light flows in through a wooden-trimmed window, offering serene views of trees and distant mountains, blending indoor comfort with outdoor beauty.
Bathroom Details

This bathroom features a charming corner shower area enclosed with gold-toned sliding glass doors. The tiled walls and countertop display a repeated pattern of squiggly green lines with accents of small blue birds, bordered by deep green tile trim. The sink is built into a tiled countertop with matching green edging, creating cohesion between the vanity and shower. Light wood cabinetry beneath the sink adds warmth, while gold-hued fixtures enhance the room’s classic and elegant appeal. Soft beige walls and a wooden door with a floral wreath complete the cozy and inviting design.
Backyard with Pool

This serene backyard features a freeform swimming pool illuminated with built-in lights, creating a tranquil ambiance during dusk. The pool is bordered by smooth concrete and accented with natural stone details, blending seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. A covered patio with adobe-style walls and wooden beams offers shaded seating, including a dining set and hanging chairs, enhancing relaxation and social gatherings. Warm wall-mounted lanterns provide inviting lighting under the earthy stucco exterior. Lush greenery with mature trees and manicured lawn adds a natural touch, while expansive desert views stretch toward distant mountains under a softly colored sunset sky.
Listing Agent: Jim Storey of Long Realty via Zillow