The sale was a combination of two listings on the same property. The main residence sits on 82 acres and sold for $11,250,000 and an additional 91 acres closed for 3,500,000, totaling 173 acres and $14,750,000. The same buyer purchased the combined listings.
Agents Ed Pennington and Jeanette Sauer of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty represented the seller, Ingrid Hills. The estate was originally built for the iconic Wrigley family and was later sold to the Hills family of Hills Bros. Coffee.
The property had been on the market since 2006 and in that time Hills received multiple offers from developers, all of which she declined. Hills wished to preserve the natural beauty of the land and Sedona.
I am so proud that we were able to procure the perfect sale where the seller, the buyer, and the community of Sedona and the surrounding areas are happy and appreciative. We feel blessed to be involved in this sale and appreciate the efforts of Roy Grimm, the local agent, who brought an incredible buyer to us. The seller did the right thing by refusing to sell to developers while waiting for the perfect buyer to come along. We, as a community, should applaud her efforts.
Ed Pennington, Real Estate Advisor
The spectacular property is a world-class getaway, just 1.5 miles away from Sedona. The perfect retreat offers stunning, forever views of Sedona’s famous red rocks with much of the land backing up to the Coconino National Forest.
The main residence is a 6,700-square-foot Southwestern-style estate that boasts soaring walls of glass that yield unmatched views of Sedona. Additionally, there is a beautifully refined 1,300-square-foot guest casita and 1,600-square-foot caretaker’s quarters. In total the property boasts 5 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms.
The expansive property also features a gym, an amphitheater, multiple terraces, a lap pool and a spa. Additionally, on the property is a private 2.5-acre park that is bordered by refined red rock. The setting sun draws a rich color from the iron-stained rocks allowing for a peaceful retreat or a sophisticated event complete with covered picnic tables, a bandstand, stone fire pit, barbecue area, and bathroom facilities.
The spectacular property also boasts state-of-the-art equestrian facilities including multiple barns, a tack room, locker rooms, 3 arenas, a veterinary clinic, stables, and a private cantina bar.
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is dedicated to bringing the highest level of service to today’s home buyers and sellers. This tradition continues with the recent addition of luxury Real Estate Advisor, Hailey Frances Gindlesperger, to the Camelback Tower Office. Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty agents strive to deliver real estate experiences beyond expectations to enhance lifestyles for their clients, expanding their reputation as the most respected name in real estate.
Arizona is a special place to live. Choosing a home in the Valley of Sun means choosing spectacular sunsets, an active, outdoor lifestyle, a great dining scene, and unique landscapes. These are just a few reasons Hailey Gindlesperger returned home to Arizona to raise her family.
Hailey spent years in some of the largest U.S. cities during her long and successful career in TV news, eventually returning to the Phoenix NBC affiliate, 12 News, as an anchor and reporter in 2011. She earned the confidence of politicians, executives, and celebrities and had the privilege of reporting at major red carpet events in Hollywood, including the Golden Globes. Now Hailey Gindlesperger wants the chance to earn your confidence.
As a journalist, Hailey has reported on every community in the Valley. She has followed the ups and downs of the real estate market since 2011; She interviewed market analysts and REALTORS®, has committed listings to memory, and toured viewers through luxurious mansions in Paradise Valley on live TV. She now refers to this as on-the-job training long before her path would lead her to become a REALTOR®. Because of this, Hailey is a REALTOR® who is uniquely prepared to be a knowledgeable friend, advocate, and relocation specialist.
Hailey Gindlesperger has an absolute thirst for knowledge and it’s evident upon meeting her. She wants to be the best she can possibly be at anything she attempts, a quality that is most important! We look forward to watching her real estate career bloom.
This month, we take you through some of Arizona’s most luxuriously appointed estates with opulent outdoor-living spaces. Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty’s lifestyle advisors expertly navigate our beautiful state landscape to find unique outdoor living solutions for each client.
With Arizona’s desirable climate being one of the top priorities for out-of-state buyers, outdoor-living spaces are in high demand. The concept of continuous, seamless indoor and outdoor living is one of the most popular estate attributes, as we realize the importance of biophilic design in the home. Continuity through flooring materials, walls and ceilings connect the interiors and exteriors of the home for a seamless transition into outdoor living.
Luxe outdoor spaces are fully designed with comfortable outdoor living rooms, elegant dining spaces and lounging areas that complement indoor spaces. Outdoor kitchens are in high demand and can be found in Arizona’s top estates.
Explore these ICONIC Estates with opulent outdoors.
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Temperatures are heating up and here comes a whole lotta fun! We turned to acclaimed chef and wine expert Mark Tarbell, founder of Tarbell’s, for his picks for the best wine bottles to drink this season for any activity from a bike ride to a clam bake.
For some of Sedona’s 3 million visitors each year, the opportunity for renewal comes in many forms—outdoor adventure, spiritual journeys and the appreciation of the natural beauty that is Sedona. With its Red Rock cliffs and mesas, and the vast trail system that surrounds this city, visitors hope to find a reprieve from their daily lives in search of a powerful connection with nature.
Photo Courtesy of Arizona Biltmore, a Waldorf Astoria Resort
Since 1929, the Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired Arizona Biltmore has dazzled celebrities, politicians and luxury travelers with the master architect’s unique style and playful sense of glamour. In 2020, the hotel closed for more than a year to undergo the largest renovation in its history.
Reimagining an icon can be challenging, but the Arizona Biltmore emerged from her facelift by PHX Architecture and others this May with a look that is sexy, bold and modern, but still pays homage to its history.
Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to announce that it is the No. 1 real estate brand represented in the 2021 REAL Trends “The Thousand” Individuals by Sales Volume list. Year after year, the brand continues to have more sales associates represented in the rankings than any other real estate company, accounting for 20% of the category in 2021. The annual report ranks America’s top 1,000 residential real estate agents and teams based on 2020 annual sales volume and transaction sides.
Sotheby’s International Realty claimed 50 of the top 250 sales associates in the REAL Trends individual sales volume category.
Sotheby’s International Realty continues to build off the momentum of a record-breaking year in 2020. Sotheby’s International Realty leads the industry in the individual sales volume category and the rankings exemplify the hard work and achievements of our sales associates and teams across the country. Their performance made significant contributions to the brand’s record US$150 billion in global sales volume last year and we are proud to count them as ambassadors of the Sotheby’s International Realty brand.
Philip White, president and chief executive officer, Sotheby’s International Realty
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Ranked in the 2021 Real Trends The Thousand
#58 Private Client Group – Large Teams by Sales Volume
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is dedicated to bringing the highest level of service to today’s home buyers and sellers. This tradition continues with the recent addition of luxury Real Estate Advisor, Cassandra Chandler, to the Camelback Tower Office.
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty agents strive to deliver real estate experiences beyond expectations to enhance lifestyles for their clients, expanding their reputation as the most respected name in real estate.
As your REALTOR®, Cassandra Chandler’s goal is not just to find you an amazing property, but to build a lasting relationship with you, built on trust, transparency and mutual understanding. She brings to the table her desire to serve, and her knowledge of the local area. As a full-time resident of the White Mountain community, Cassandra spends her time hiking and camping, caring for her family, serving at her church, and leading a local women’s group. Cassandra’s love of the outdoors lends a special appreciation for all the White Mountains has to offer. She will be working primarily in the Show Low, Pinetop/Lakeside and surrounding areas but will also be serving the Payson and Rim Country areas as well. Cassandra would love the opportunity to share her beautiful community with you.
Cassandra’s diligence and work ethic are evident upon meeting her. Someone that will not only do what she says she will do, but will do it well. We are happy she chose to partner with us!
The 8,258 contemporary home was built by Phil Smith and is positioned hillside with commanding views of the Geronimo golf course, valley vistas and evening lights. Finishes were styled by interior designer David Michael Miller and include Indian Rosewood Cabinetry, German-designed plumbing fixtures, Bees’ Wing Eucalyptus interior doors, Venetian plaster throughout and flooring of South American Mahogany, French limestone and Calcutta marble. The home is exceptionally engineered with subterranean water tanks, a natural gas generator, a steel frame wall system, 2nd level concrete sub-flooring and commercial-grade windows and doors. The home offers 3-bedrooms, 3.5-bathrooms and a 4 car garage.
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is dedicated to bringing the highest level of service to today’s home buyers and sellers. This tradition continues with the recent addition of luxury Real Estate Advisor, Leah Hinnefeld, to the Pinnacle Peak Office. Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty agents strive to deliver real estate experiences beyond expectations to enhance lifestyles for their clients, expanding their reputation as the most respected name in real estate.
As a lifelong equestrian, Leah Hinnefeld gets you. She knows that whether you are selling or buying, life with horses still goes on. Long days in the barn, equine emergencies, and unexpected weather changes are just a few of the interruptions that can add stress to your move. She is here to help you keep those stresses to a minimum and add joy to the process. As an accomplished certified sports performance and life coach for equestrians, Leah has the skills to help you really define what values and priorities are important to you when looking for a property or putting your property up for sale. Her positive and systematic method will save you time and frustration that may come from working with someone that just doesn’t get your obsession with manes and tails. As a licensed attorney, Leah Hinnefeld can assure you that she will bring a professional attitude and results-oriented approach.
Leah does not remember a time in her life when she was not a crazy horse girl. Her love, passion, and fascination with horses have always carried over to the properties and structures that stable them. She has been an avid rider for over 50 years and a horse property owner for almost 30. Let’s just say horses and horse properties run through her veins. In 2016, on their 1st anniversary, Leah and her husband visited Arizona. They instantly fell in love with the desert. Three months later, they closed on a 5-acre property in North Scottsdale and started the moving process for their herd of 2 horses, 2 mini donkeys, 2 Australian Shepherds, and her mother.
There is nothing Leah loves more than waking up to the sunrise over Four Peaks, riding off her property into the Tonto National Forest, and hiking all over Arizona. Her Aussie, Roscoe, is her perfect hiking partner.
Leah’s father built his business and life on the motto: Always with Integrity in All Ways. Whether you are selling your property or looking for your perfect equine paradise, Leah is committed to living out her dad’s legacy as you work together.
Leah Hinnefeld has recently joined our Brokerage and I must say, I have been impressed with her enthusiasm for this business! I know she will do a great job for both Buyers and Sellers.
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is dedicated to bringing the highest level of service to today’s home buyers and sellers. This tradition continues with the recent addition of luxury Real Estate Advisor, Bradley Cook, to the Sedona Office. Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty agents strive to deliver real estate experiences beyond expectations to enhance lifestyles for their clients, expanding their reputation as the most respected name in real estate.
When Bradley was a contractor he would tell his crew members “measure twice and cut once.” Bradley brings the same concept to every buyer and seller to make every transaction as seamless and smooth as possible, every time. Bradleys success comes from his referrals, he would love to make you another five-star client.
Brad has a long history of quality construction in the Verde Valley so he understands real estate. His experience will give his customers the benefit of knowledge few in the industry can surpass.
The Desert Prairie design team includes Drewett Works (architecture), Argue Custom Homes (builder), Lindsey Schultz Design (interior design), Ownby Design (interior furnishings), and Greey Pickett (landscape). Its timeless materials and a seamless indoor/outdoor floor plan and the architectural materials include undulating limestone, Madre Perla quartzite, hemlock inset ceiling details, a forged steel fireplace and copper roofing fascia. Featuring 4-bedrooms, 4.5-bathrooms, a walk-in wine room and a climate-controlled 3-car garage.
