Cottonwood Homes with Desert Back Lot Features

Cottonwood Homes with Desert Back Lot Features

Welcome to Cottonwood, Arizona, a charming city nestled in the heart of Yavapai County. Known for its stunning landscapes and warm, inviting atmosphere, Cottonwood is a hidden gem that offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and modern amenities. With a rich history rooted in the mining era, this vibrant community has transformed into a hub for art, wine, and outdoor activities, making it an ideal destination for families, retirees, and adventure seekers alike.

One of the most appealing aspects of Cottonwood is its picturesque homes, particularly those with desert back lot features. Imagine waking up to breathtaking views of the Arizona desert, with its sprawling landscapes and vibrant sunsets right in your backyard. These homes are designed to harmonize with the natural surroundings, providing ample opportunities for outdoor living and entertainment. Whether you’re enjoying a quiet evening under the stars or hosting a lively gathering with friends, the desert back lot features enhance your lifestyle, offering both tranquility and a connection to nature.

Moreover, Cottonwood is conveniently located near the stunning Red Rock State Park and the Verde River, providing endless opportunities for hiking, biking, and water activities. The local wineries and art galleries add a unique cultural flair, making every day feel like a new adventure. With its affordable housing options and friendly community, Cottonwood is not just a place to live; it’s a place to thrive. Explore the enchanting homes with desert back lot features and discover your perfect oasis in this remarkable city!

Newest Cottonwood Homes with Desert Back Lot Features

$679,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7085536 MLS ⋅ 2,210 SqFt.
Welcome to 2324 Gold Rush Lane in desirable Mesquite Hills! Built in 2017, this 2,210-square-foot home offers an open great room, granite kitchen with knotty alder cabinetry, tile & engineered wood flooring throughout, and a spacious den with its own heating and cooling. Enjoy sunrise coffee on the southeast-facing front patio, then unwind on the oversized covered back patio as the sun sets over the open space beyond your fenced yard. A backyard gate leads to a path and nearby walking trails. An extended paver patio, fire pit, and three-car tandem garage add to the appeal. Inside, tile & engineered wood flooring extends throughout the home, with large-format tile in the main living areas and plank tile in the bedrooms. The kitchen brings everyone together around a granite-topped island and features staggered knotty alder cabinetry, an extended wall of cabinets, a walk-in pantry, and stainless steel appliances, including a built-in gas range. A striking dining light fixture adds warmth to the open great room, while a sliding door makes it easy to move between indoor living and the covered patio. The owners added a generous 11'8" × 25' den/Bonus Room with its own mini-split heating and cooling system, and tons of art wall lighting--flexible space for a studio, office, media room, or hobbies. The primary suite has its own backyard slider and a transom window that welcomes natural light. Its bathroom offers dual vanities, a tiled walk-in shower, a walk-in closet, a separate water closet, and a linen closet. Outside, an extended paver patio and fire pit create more room to gather. A Palo Verde tree and banks roses soften the landscape. Practical touches include a separate laundry room, wood blinds, and a three-car tandem garage with an epoxy floor, built-in cabinets, and a side utility door. With open space behind it and trails close at hand, this home offers a lovely balance of comfort and connection to the outdoors.

2324 Gold Rush Lane, Cottonwood

$275,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7085064 MLS ⋅ 1,392 SqFt.
**LUXURY, LIGHT & VIEWS--WITH A PRIVATE PINE FOREST OUT BACK.** This gorgeous, fresh and vibrant home truly shows better than a model. Thoughtfully designed with luxury finishes, exceptional natural light, panoramic Mingus Mountain views and an outdoor setting that feels like your own private retreat, this is a home you will want to see in person. From the moment you arrive, the attention to detail is evident. An impressive 8-foot front door opens to a bright, beautifully appointed interior with 9-foot ceilings, tray ceiling details, designer lighting, gorgeous easy-care luxury vinyl flooring and fresh carpet in the bedrooms. Oversized 6.5-foot windows in the Great Room and Kitchen Pavilion, along with additional windows throughout, fill the home with natural light. The gourmet kitchen is truly a showpiece, featuring built-in Frigidaire appliances, a large Corian island with cabinetry, white subway tile backsplash, vented hood, 42-inch cabinets extending the full length of the kitchen wall, extra banks of drawers, custom designer hardware, pendant lighting and a designer gooseneck pull-down faucet. Corian countertops and seamless sinks continue the clean, sophisticated look throughout the home. **The enormous Primary Suite is a true retreat**, positioned southeast to welcome the morning sun. Imagine waking up to beautiful sunrises right from your bedroom. The spacious Primary also offers a generous walk-in closet and a beautifully appointed bath with executive-height countertops, dual Corian sinks and a tiled walk-in shower. The views are extraordinary. Enjoy unobstructed, panoramic Mingus Mountain views from the charming front porch and Kitchen, spectacular sunrises from the back and phenomenal sunsets from the front. On clear nights, the stars are incredible--you are directly beneath the Milky Way. From the front porch, you can even see the twinkling lights of Jerome. Outside, the back of the home becomes a private garden retreat. A full-length paver porch overlooks beautifully raised gardens, two separate sitting areas and a huge buffered greenbelt backed by your own private pine forest. It is exceptionally green, peaceful and private, with birdsong, abundant wildlife and the kind of quiet that is increasingly hard to find. The landscaping is every bit as special, with Lantana, lavender, sage, coneflowers, catmint and marigolds filling the raised gardens. Solar lanterns along the walkway and throughout the trees add a magical glow in the evenings. Accessibility was thoughtfully incorporated throughout the entire home, including a no-step deep carport, wide accessible paver walkway extending from the front to the back, and accessible living spaces. A rare true third bedroom includes a closet, window and French doors, offering flexibility for guests, an office or additional living space. Storage is exceptional, with abundant cabinetry throughout, a giant hall linen closet, walk-in Primary closet and a separate oversized laundry room with 46-inch cabinets. The insulated storage room is attached to the home and includes electricity, a window, shelving that conveys and the water heater--functioning almost like a private mini-garage. Add wood siding, rain gutters, 2.5-inch white blinds, keyless entry, a Great Room ceiling fan and bedroom fan pre-wiring, and you have a home that combines thoughtful function with genuine luxury. **The high-end designer furnishings currently in the home are also available for purchase through a separate bill of sale.** **Fresh. Vibrant. Immaculate. Private. And truly special.** This is more than a beautiful home--it is a lifestyle of spectacular views, star-filled nights, peaceful mornings, beautiful gardens and easy, comfortable living. LUXURY UPGRADES & FEATURES Gourmet Kitchen Gourmet built-in kitchen with Frigidaire appliances Large Corian kitchen island with cabinetry Corian countertops throughout White subway tile backsplash Vented range hood 42-inch extended cabinetry running the full length of the kitchen wall Extra banks of kitchen drawers Additional cabinetry in kitchen island Custom designer hardware throughout Designer pendant lighting Designer gooseneck pull-down kitchen faucet Seamless sinks Additional side-by-side windows in the Kitchen Pavilion Panoramic, unobstructed Mingus Mountain views from the kitchen Light, Windows & Interior Finishes 9-foot ceilings Tray ceiling with additional recessed lighting Custom lighting throughout Extra recessed can lighting Oversized 6.5-foot windows in the Great Room and Kitchen Pavilion Three side-by-side windows in the Great Room Additional windows in the Primary Bedroom Abundant natural light throughout Gorgeous, easy-care luxury vinyl flooring Fresh carpet in bedrooms 2.5-inch white blinds throughout Custom designer hardware Wood siding 8-foot front entry door Keyless entry Primary Suite & Bath Enormous Primary Bedroom Southeast-facing orientation for beautiful sunrise views Extra Primary Bedroom windows for abundant natural light Spacious walk-in Primary closet Executive-height bathroom countertops Dual Corian sinks Beautiful tiled walk-in shower Corian surfaces Custom designer hardware Custom lighting Additional recessed lighting Accessibility Entire home is handicapped accessible No-step, deep carport Accessible paver walkway extending from the front of the home to the back Accessible interior living spaces Easy, comfortable single-level living Outdoor Living & Views Unobstructed panoramic Mingus Mountain views Views from both the front porch and Kitchen Charming front Trex porch with railing enclosure Full-length back paver porch spanning the entire home Two separate back-yard sitting areas Private, shaded garden retreat Huge buffered greenbelt behind the home Private pine forest backdrop Beautifully raised front and rear gardens Lantana Lavender Sage Coneflowers Catmint Marigolds Solar lanterns along the walkway and in the trees Exceptional bird and wildlife viewing Spectacular sunrises from the back porch Phenomenal sunsets from the front porch Directly beneath the Milky Way--exceptional star gazing Twinkling Jerome lights visible from the front porch Gorgeous paver walkway connecting front and back Storage & Utility Large separate laundry room 46-inch laundry room cabinets Maytag washer and dryer included Giant hall linen closet Walk-in Primary Bedroom closet Extensive additional cabinetry throughout Attached, insulated storage room Storage room includes: Electricity Window Shelving that conveys Water heater Space that functions like a mini-garage Additional Features Rare, true 3rd bedroom with closet, window and French doors Great Room ceiling fan Bedrooms pre-wired for ceiling fans Rain gutters Tons of storage Fresh, immaculate presentation Shows better than a model Exceptionally quiet and private setting Peaceful garden atmosphere with the sounds of birds Optional high-end designer furnishings available for purchase through a separate bill of sale

1121 Nicklaus Drive, Cottonwood

$489,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7078568 MLS ⋅ 1,439 SqFt.
Rare Opportunity in Grey Fox Ridge - Priced to Sell! Welcome home to this beautiful custom-built residence tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in the desirable Grey Fox Ridge subdivision of Cottonwood. Built in 2013, this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers over 1,400 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space on a 0.13-acre lot, combining privacy, convenience, and an incredible location. Step inside to a bright and welcoming open-concept floor plan designed for comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the main living area and features stainless steel appliances, creating the perfect gathering space for family and friends. One of the home's greatest advantages is its location--within walking distance of vibrant Old Town Cottonwood, where you can enjoy charming shops, restaurants, wine tasting rooms, cafés, galleries, and the lively atmosphere of historic Main Street. Imagine leaving the car at home and strolling into town for dinner, shopping, or an evening out. Solar panels add another desirable feature, while the quiet cul-de-sac setting provides a wonderful sense of privacy. Whether you're searching for a primary residence, second home, or investment property, this home offers an exceptional combination of location, lifestyle, and value. A rare opportunity in Grey Fox Ridge, priced to sell--come experience the charm of this beautiful home and the Old Town Cottonwood lifestyle!

1520 Whitetail Run, Cottonwood

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