luxury houses with pool for sale Santa Cruz County, United States

Oh, if these walls could talk, the stories they would tell! They would tell stories of a wealthy eccentric produce farmer w/exquisite taste who traveled the world with top designers to source the finest materials & finishes and hand select the most beautiful antique pieces of furniture to complement and complete this magnificent work of art, ''Villa De La Dolce Vita''. It is a home from a bygone era where quality, craftsmanship & refined elegance were paramount & its design & architecture, timeless. It has hosted countless social events w/Old Hollywood celebrities, politicians & socialites from around the globe & it was nothing out of the ordinary to come home and find John Wayne sitting at the dining room table. Five generations of this deeply rooted Arizona family have called Villa De La Dolce Vita home since the 1940's and although formal & extravagant by its design and sheer size, it still retains that unique sense of casual elegance and exudes class, charm & good energy from the moment you enter the 200+ year old iron entry gates from Italy. Originally, this home started out its life on Banker's Hill in the late 1800's and was a bit more modest one could say. As the family expanded operations in Nogales, the decision was made to remodel & add a little square footage. World renowned San Francisco based architects, Charles Porter & Bob Steinwedell were commissioned for the job and worked alongside The Best Decorator in the United States according to Time Magazine, Michael Taylor, known for creating The California Look & who had the incredible vision for the project & delivered a true masterpiece that still to this day is unrivaled. Even though there was no budget put on the project, Michael Taylor far exceeded it & it was worth every dime. There simply is no other home in Arizona or perhaps the entire US that can rival the design or sense of scale of this magnificent European inspired Estate- one that rivals the finest mansions in Beverly Hills or estates in Montecito. Once inside the lush and beautiful courtyard, you will feel the mystical atmosphere greet you & think you have just arrived in the south of France or a small village in Italy. Ancient tile mosaics dating back to the beginning of Christianity adorn patio walls and ancient baptismal tubs accentuate the gardens- irreplaceable and priceless treasures found on one of many shopping trips to Europe with Michael Taylor. The grand entry foyer leads to the library, one of Taylor's finest rooms, plastered in light terra cotta walls accentuated by antique oak parquet floors from Versailles and a hand-carved amethyst marble Louis XV fireplace mantel. The living room filled with exquisite antiques from around the globe has several seating areas to choose from depending upon the size of the crowd being hosted & features polished concrete floors, exposed rustic beams, an exquisite fireplace & two beautiful antique French chandeliers. From there you enter the stately dining room w/6 sets of French Doors opening onto two private terraces, a stone fireplace from Italy dating back to the 4th century ad, a 17th century English oak dining table and chairs for 24 of your closest friends and favorite family & an antique chandelier from France. After dinner work your way to the most extravagant pool Pavilion with an absolutely stunning Italian marble floor, a large fireplace accentuated above by a priceless antique Venetian mirror & exquisite chandelier from Paris centered in the room. Custom Moroccan shutters over three sets of 10' French doors lead out to the sparkling pool and grotto. Lush European gardens w/stone walkways lead to a bamboo Zin & Yoga garden w/a soothing fountain and serves as a backdrop to a magnificent tennis complex, nestled into the hillside just below the house. Some of Hollywood's biggest names have played tennis at Dolce Vita over the years and it hosted the annual Pulitzer tennis tournament for many years.

This stunning property encompases a Hacienda home setting on a hill overlooking mountain ranges in every direction. A breathtaking desert oasis features over 4900 square feet of livable space plus a pool house/guest house featuring 932 square feet. With 4 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms and 9.75 acres of land, this home offers elegance and refinement at every turn. Upon entering the secure iron front gate, you will follow the paved driveway up while admiring the Sonoran desert landscape as well as its wildlife. You are greeted into this spacious home by gorgeous stone work and high vaulted ceilings with sleek wooden beams and windows above to let in plenty of natural light. The main house has three levels. The top floor is a loft or office area in a creative open space that looks over the entry floor through wooden beams. The basement has a bedroom, bathroom and expansive laundry room as well as a wine closet. The main floor has a one of a kind master ensuite with a large walk-in closet. The home also features two guest bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, a state of the art kitchen with Viking appliances, and a living room space with an elevated section for continued activities and recreation! The estate also has an amazing entertaining pool area! It includes a salt water infinity pool and hot tub with a gorgeous view looking down towards the city and mountains in the distance. This area is also a fully air conditioned casita/pool house with a full kitchen, two bathrooms, and the perfect space to make memories with your loved ones! This stunning property is beautifully unique. Take a tour today and start living your best life.

Fabulous views and over 10 acres of ''elbow room'' without an HOA!! If that sounds appealing then this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a 2 car garage and over 1947 square feet of living space is for you! Enjoy residing in a rural community and bring your horses! Great access to I-19 west frontage road. Block construction means very little exterior maintenance. At the well, there is a breaker box for the power to the saddle barn. 240-volt electricity is supplied to the saddle barn and there is a welder outlet inside the barn. The steel trailer is wired for lights and power, however, there is no electrical feed to it. A power cord would need to be run from the house or saddle barn to the trailer.

If having a home where family, friends, and neighbors come together, then look no further than this beautiful hilltop Tubac hacienda. THIS IS THE PLACE when it comes to family functions, neighborhood gatherings, summer pool parties and late nights by the poolside fireplace. As you ascend the driveway, you are greeted by a freshly painted exterior, mediterranean style courtyard, and a travertine walkway that leads you to the 10' double front doors. Once inside, you will find the most beautiful open kitchen and great room, natural stone pillars, and a wall of windows to showcase your private views of the Tumacacori Mountains. This home offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a bonus room off the kitchen & great room that is ideal for a billiards room, a home office or formal dining space (in addition to your eat-in kitchen, breakfast bar and multiple outdoor dining spaces). The newly renovated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a large island, induction cooktop, sub-zero fridge/freezer, huge walk-in pantry, wet bar, and overlooks the mainindoor living area w/wood burning fireplace, rear terrace and pool. TOY LOVERS: You will love this home as it is as good on the outside as it is on the inside and you will find a garage large enough for 3 cars, a RV/boat staging area complete hookup, plus room for all your other toys in the rear side yard with double gates. For all you ENTERTAINERS out there: This backyard will surely impress and is the envy of the neighborhood! The outdoor kitchen features a gas grill, flat top grill, ice maker, mini fridge along with a gas fireplace & outdoor tv in the lounge area. The sparkling resort-like pool is surrounded by travertine pavers and artificial turf, elevated levels of gardens, a water feature, and adequate spaces to lounge or play yard activities including Bocce Ball, Corn Hole, and Darts. The 4 acre lot provides adequate entertaining space indoors and out, with room to expand should you so choose. +++ Private Gated Community +++

Nestled in the Tubac Valley Country Club and situated on nearly 1 acre filled with magnificent mature landscape, shade trees and palms, this impressive 4,366 sq/ft, 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom home embodies old world charm with new modern finishes. Constructed w/insulated concrete form (Rasta R-40) this entertainer's dream home welcomes you into its circle drive, and into a tranquil courtyard with fountain leading you to an elevated grand entrance. Upon entry your attention is immediately drawn to the high ceilings, warm and welcoming color palette and immense entertaining space. Attention to detail is unparalleled and seamlessly integrates a desire for high end living with everyday comforts and enjoyment. This magnificent home exemplifies all the things we love and cherish about Tubac and our year-round outdoor lifestyle. Once you sit on the back patio, take a dip in the pool or cook on one of the built-in BBQ grills, you may never want to leave. Walls of Anderson windows take full advantage of the impressive views and outdoor spaces, and a designer kitchen with custom wood cabinetry, mesquite counters, top of the line stainless appliances, multiple pantries (that are begging for a large dinner party) are just a few of the noteworthy characteristics. The charming guest casita has a private entrance and patio and is the perfect retreat for guests, or as a private gym, or hobby space. Apart from superb indoor and outdoor living (including multiple fireplaces), this home also boasts an oversized 3 car ventilated and climate controlled garage, with utility sink, storage out the Wazzoo, and epoxy floors. Private water well and large solar system (approx. 50 panel - owned) to offset utility costs. Must see to appreciate.

This is your opportunity to own the historic Rail X Ranch, set against a landscape that is truly breathtaking! To the West are hypnotic sunsets and to the East is the Coronado National Forest with vistas that seem to go on forever. This is a rare chance to own a piece of Arizona's history. Located at 4,500 feet above sea level temperatures are generally 10 to 15 degrees cooler year-round than in nearby Tucson. This stunning 1739 Acre Ranch Estate features a main residence with casita totaling 11,398 square feet and containing 8 bedrooms, 9 full bath rooms and 3 half baths. The main house was Constructed in 1937 and is nestled in the foothills overlooking a tree lined pond and containing numerous patios and porches to enjoy both sunsets and sunrises. The property also has 2 additional homes for employees or managers as well as 3 apartments for employees or guests. The Ranch features a 1930s barn which serves as a workshop and storage area as well as a steel building which could easily converted to a horse barn. The main compound also includes a large office suite and conference room, the property has everything you need to work from home or to handle ranch operations on site. After decades without hunting, wildlife abounds at the Rail X Ranch, including deer, dove, quail, and even javelina. The birding is exceptional, with more than 260 species documented in the nearby Patagonia Sonoita Creek Preserve. Just South of town, there are myriad opportunities for fishing and boating at Patagonia Lake State Park; and the area is filled with wonderful opportunities for horseback riding and hiking. The Ranch has the added benefit of having an artesian well on the property with Water bubbling up and feeding a transportation ditch to deliver this precious resource throughout the ranch. Combined with 8 wells situated throughout the property the Ranch has a unique and valuable asset in its water resources. To complete the picture, The Rail X is also one of the few ranches in the area which has maintained ownership of the mineral rights for the property. This asset provides land security now and into the future. The Rail X Ranch is truly an iconic and unique part of Arizona's History and Heritage and provides a rustic setting yet with all of the upscale amenities to enjoy and cherish your living environment!

The Oak Bar Ranch is a signature property, directly bordering the Coronado National Forest and steeped in the historic lore of the area. As the original headquarters of a 1930s legacy cattle ranch extending along the Patagonia Mountain range, the main house, managers house, stables, barns, corrals and additional buildings still retain the extraordinary original detail and craftsmanship along with contemporary livability. Sited at a 4,000' elevation in the foothills of the Patagonia Mountains, the Oak Bar Ranch is secluded and tranquil. Yet unlike other locations offering privacy, shopping and services are only a 15-minute drive away. The main 1932 headquarters residence of nearly 12,000 SF living space includes 8 spacious bedrooms each looking out to mountain views and opening directly to landscaped outdoor terraces and patios. The main house's exterior walls are 42 thick, steel reinforced adobe walls thus retaining the evening cool through summer days. Handcrafted plaster crown molding, window and door trims, express the talent and attention so rarely available now. Designed by renown Santa Barbara Architect Roland Coates, the main rooms and bedrooms are focused on 7 fireplaces, adjacent outdoor terraces, and scenic views. The main compound includes guest housing, stables with rooms and a wonderfully oversized California style pool. Pastures, barns and corrals make the Oak Bar an ideal horse facility. Hiking and horse trails lead into the adjacent National Forest for access to seemingly endless riding. Having the Forest on one side of the property, with open range and Patagonia Lake on the other side, enables unique animal sightings and remarkable bird viewing. Legendary film actors, world travelers and local ranching friends visited frequently adding to the history and hospitality. The elegance of the house reflects the peace and grace of the property giving the Oak Bar a unique soul.