Hello and thank you for inquiring about my home in the Red Mountain Ranch Golf, Tennis and Pickleball Development in Mesa, AZ. I've owned the home since 2021 but have only lived there full time for only 2+ years. My cat and I travel back and forth from Colorado depending on the season. Generally, I'm at the home from late October until early May at which time I do lease the home out on an AirBnB type shared situation. I can lease 1 bedroom, 2 bedrooms, or 2 bedrooms and the loft, depending on the situation. For 1 guest, I'm generally @ $100/night and for 2 guests $125--$150/night depending on various circumstances; time of year, length of stay, # of people, amenities needed, etc..
Guests obviously have access to the entire home while visiting. I've leased it out for 3-4 nights in some cases, as well as > 3 months in other cases. I've had LPGA pros and their caddies stay with me, students from the Philippines, retirees escaping the Chicago winters, family reunions, insurance cases, wedding parties, job transfers, Cactus League fans, you name it. Reach out to further explore the options. Matt
602-690-6340
From May--October the home is vacant and available for lease. You would have the home to yourself and rates would vary depending on circumstances: length of stay, # of people, possible pets, time of year, etc...Generally, I'm in the $65--$95/night range + utilities during the offseason. I would charge a $750.00 damage deposit and $200.00 cleaning fee. If interested in discussing your specific travel plans, please reach out. Matt
602-690-6340
Originally developed by Mobil Oil Development Corporation, the area is home to many year-around and seasonal residents. There are over 1665 homes in the Red Mountain Ranch community. 5 Different developments exist here with homes ranging from $325,000 to well over $1 million.
Red Mountain Ranch Country Club features a private 18 hole championship golf course designed by Pete Dye. This home is located on the 2nd hole. Seasonal visitors can purchase a Guest Access Pass from the Country Club that will allow them to enjoy all the club's facilities including finely maintained tennis courts, pickelball courts, junior Olympic-sized pool and Jacuzzi, fitness center, dining room and active social calendar. The Golf Course is public and can be played for a fee. The clubhouse, bar, and restaurant are open to the public as well, without a Guest Access Pass, for lunch and dinner. The main clubhouse is a short 4 block walk from the house.
This home was built in 1993, purchased originally by Joe Speciale, who hails from New Jersey. Joe bought the property with the intention of retiring here. He owned it for 8 years coming out only in the winter for several weeks at a time for golf and relaxation. Instead of retiring here, he instead opted to invest in a restaurant his son bought back in New Jersey and sold the home to me in 2001. The restaurant went bankrupt.
The Navajo rugs on the walls and throughout the home are all original, hand woven from different Tribes: Ganado, Two Grey Hills, and Tec Nos Pos. Many of the Indian artifacts you’ll see are original and discovered personally during backcountry excursions throughout the Southwest. You’ll see prints from world renowned artists like Bev Doolittle and Frank Howell as well as intricate sand paintings throughout the home. And don’t miss the original ‘Route 66’ sign in the loft office, found while hiking by the Laguna Pueblo off I-40 (the replacement for Route 66) in New Mexico over 20 years ago.
Being from Florida, I couldn’t help but include a few touches of my youth including the 4 ½ foot, 36 lb. Barracuda that currently resides over the loft window. It was caught off the east coast of Florida while deep sea fishing with my brothers and father. You’ll also see multiple aquatic tenants residing on the wall at the top of the stairs, several from artists down in Mexico.
Having played basketball in college at University of Denver and overseas professionally in Portugal, you’ll see several pictures, books and memorabilia of that nature about the house as well. The loft library consists mostly of sports books for the like-minded. Please help yourself.
And the cat garb: My cat travels with me here and has spent many a day, doing what cats do best…..…sleeping and chasing critters out on the golf course. So don’t fret if you see a stray cat hair once in a while. Goes with the territory.
Please make yourself at home and treat the home as you would your own. I’m confident you will find all the amenities available to make your stay both enjoyable and unforgettable. Only 2 house rules really--No smoking in the home and please take your shoes off when entering. Thank you.
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Fully furnished Executive level 2 story home in the Red Mountain Ranch Golf,Tennis and PIckleball Community. Located on the 2nd fairway of Red Mountain Ranch Country Club. 2500 SF 3 Bd plus loft, 2 1/2 baths. Sleeps 8. Vaulted ceilings. Fireplace. Deck off the Master Bedroom with sweeping views of the city. High Speed Internet access and WiFi. 2 car garage. Covered patio with b-b-q and outdoor chiminea, backs to Red Mountain Ranch golf course providing relaxing views and a great entertainment area. Gorgeous views of Mesa and Tempe abound.
All amenities included. Large Master Bedroom with walk-out view deck, 50' Plasma TV, oversized master closet with built-ins, his and hers sinks, separate tub and shower areas and high vaulted ceilings.
Loft includes panoramic views of the Golf Course, Entertainment area, Home Office amenities with Wireless Internet and pull out queen sized sofa in the loft that sleeps 2.
Vacation Rental Amenities
Nicely appointed in Native American décor including original Navajo rugs, Mandellas, Indian pottery, etc.......Sweeping spiral staircase leads to the huge loft and oversized Master Bedroom. Close to Camelback Mountain, Mill Ave., and Scottsdale.
All Kitchen and Laundry room amenities included. 2 Air Conditioning units, Cable TV, Stereo, CD Player, DVD, 65" LCD HD TV in the Family Room, Full Kitchen with island, and all stainless steel appliances-- Microwave, Dishwasher, Stove, Refrigerator, etc...
Utensils provided, Linens and towels provided, Washer & Dryer and related cleaning amenities, 2 Car Garage plus storage, Gas Grill (BBQ)
Only 2 house rules: No Smoking in the home, and shoes off in the home at all times.
Activities and Attractions
Red Mountain Ranch Golf and Tennis Community offers fun for the whole family. Members of Red Mountain Ranch enjoy an inspiring golf experience each time they play the breathtaking 18-hole championship course. One of Pete Dye's masterpieces, the 6,797, par 72 layout features severe mounding reinforced with railroad ties, steeply contoured greens, and deep bunkers. The challenging layout combined with the desert surroundings of stately Saguaros, mesquite trees, and spectacular rock formations capitvates players from beginning to end.
Local Attractions:
Frank Lloyd Wright Museum and Campus—35 minutes
Botanical Gardens—20 minutes—well worth it, great array of Desert flora.
Copper Square—Downtown—30 minutes
Arizona Science Center—Downtown—30 minutes
Chase Field and Talking Stick Arena—Downtown—30 minutes—Diamondbacks and Suns.
Tortilla Flats/Canyon Lake—45 minutes. Great drive through the mountains. Have lunch. Fun.
China Town—15 minutes
Tucson—Bisbee, Tombstone, many other attractions in that area.
Phoenix Open—the most popular PGA event on tour. During Super Bowl week very year.
Talking Stick Resort and Casino-if you’re in to that type of thing. TopGolf in the same area.
Phoenix Zoo—15-20 minutes away
Barrett Jackson—largest car show and auction in the country. Mid-January every year in Scottsdale.
Cave Creek—Fun ½ day trip. Cool shops, restaurants, nice drive up there. Western themed.
Old Town—Scottsdale—25 minutes
College Sports—Arizona State University, ASU just fifteen minutes away.
Saguaro Lake and Marina—20 minutes—great drive, close, fun place for lunch or breakfast.
Salt River Tubing—15 minutes. Great summer activity. Float down the Salt River with your cooler.
South Mountain—largest public park in the world. Nice drive to the top, visitor center, light hiking..
SanTan Flats—40 minutes south
, fun restaurant/bar/outdoor party/meet/greet place.
Usery Mountain Recreation Area—15 minutes—hiking, horseback, picnic, very nice.
Shooting Range—Rio Salado Range a world class firearms shooting range—15 minutes away.
Mesa Museum of History and Science—20 minutes. You’ll be surprised how cool this is.
World Wildlife Zoo—about 40 miles west of here but well worth the drive.
Heard Museum—World class. Largest display of Southwestern artifacts ever.
Falcon Field Air Museum- 5 minutes from the house. Excellent way to spend a couple of hours.
Wrigley Mansion--Yeah, the gum guy. Go for dinner, happy hour or just to check it out.
Camelback Mountain—go for a hike but if you get to the top, you’ve accomplished something.
OdySea Aquarium--Scottsdale - America's Newest Aquarium. Very nice shark exhibit
Cactus League—See your favorite Major League Baseball team play meaningless pre-season games
Sedona / Jerome—take a day trip, see great geography, history, 2 fun spots.
Guns—there are multiple shooting ranges around the Valley as well as outdoor spots on BLM land.
Suns, Diamondbacks, Cardinals--Pro Sports abound here in the Valley, anytime of year.
Fountain Hills—once the tallest water fountain in the country, 350’… walk around the park, have lunch.
The Southwestern architecture echoes the region's heritage and provides a comfortable backdrop for relaxing with family and friends.
Swimming, tennis, mountain biking, hiking, shopping, boating, skeet shooting, horseback riding and picnic areas are all nearby at the Usuary State Recreational Park...literally 10 minutes away. Further down the road,maybe 15 minutes, is tubing down the Salt River. Rent a tube and cool off as you float for 2-4 hours on the Salt River. Saguaro Lake and Marina is a 20 minute drive throught the Usuary Mtn State Forest area. Have lunch or go for a Dinner cruise. Canyon Lake, Apache Lake, and Roosevelt Lake are all 1/2 day drives that provide great "lunch and relax" excursion opportunities.
20 minutes from the airport, 15 into Scottsdale, and 25-30 into downtown Phoenix for Diamondback or Suns games. Shopping and restaurants abound within a 10 minute drive. Highway 202 access is 3 minutes away............close yet far.
Sedona, Arizona
