The Sunnyside of Life: A Paradise Valley Village Retreat

Welcome to The Sunnyside of Life retreat! Our spacious 5 bedroom/3 full bath home with large heated pool (pool heating is included in the price!) is located at the base of the Phoenix Mountain Preserve in Paradise Valley Village.

Why choose our property?

Check out this article published about The Sunnyside of Life in Shoutout Arizona Magazine:https://shoutoutarizona.com/me...
Check out what some of our recent guests had to say:

"This was probably the best experience I had with an Airbnb owner."

"House was clean, cozy and fun at the same time."

"This home was simply amazing! Spacious, modern, has everything you want and need."

"The pool and the backyard is great, the grill, the atmosphere it was all amazing and the hosts are very attentive and quick to respond."

"10/10"

Retreat Setting

This peaceful spot on the “Sunnyside” of the mountain provides easy walkable, neighborhood access to some of the best hiking trails in all of the area. The backyard has a mountain view, sparkling pool with lounge seating, mature landscaping with fruit trees (pick your own for cocktails), plenty of shade, updated hardscape pavers, turf (play some corn hole, spikeball or bring your clubs for some putting) and a large, elevated red cedar pergola with sectional seating and a gas firepit. Additionally there is a shaded dining table (seats 10) and new gas grill for al fresco meals. The mountain and stargazing is inspirational.

The 5 bedroom home has a plenty of space indoors and outdoors (11,000 square feet). All five bedrooms are roomy. The primary bedroom contains a king bed, luxurious spa-like bath and separate office space with both a mountain/pool view and private outdoor access. Three other bedrooms also have king beds and the fifth bedroom has two twin beds. Each bedroom has helix mattresses which have 25,000 five star reviews! The house also has two other additional full baths (one with a tub) for guests.

Furniture and decor has been carefully curated to provide comfort, serenity and enjoyment. Upon entry to the house, you’re met with an open plan layout that has designated areas. Directly ahead and a focal point you’re met with a faux living green wall that balances the desert landscape surrounding vibes. The recreation area has a wood bar compete with wine glasses and games for all ages like: shuffleboard, giant wall connect-four and Hook 21. The living room has plenty of cozy seating (10+) with two mid-century leather couches and four lounge chairs. Turn on the 65 in 4k tv to watch the game or do a movie night easily connecting to your apps via the Amazon Fire streaming platform. The sound bar and sub woofer will ensure you feel like you’re right there in the action.

The kitchen is centrally located in the house with granite countertops, walk in pantry and cooking supplies. In addition, to providing high quality coffee, we have an espresso machine for an extra kick or a relaxing latte. Everything is labeled in the cabinets for ease of use. The walnut dining table can seat 10 with the extensions.

Ideal Location
Our home is the ideal location with dining and shopping options including access to state route 51 (i.e. the main north/south highway) minutes away and less than 20 minutes from everything else:

Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport - 14 miles
Old Town Scottsdale - 12.6 miles
Scottsdale Quarter - 8.4 miles
Downtown Phoenix - 14.3 miles
AZ State University/Tempe - 19 miles
Biltmore Fashion Park - 8.9 miles

Wellness Abounds
At The Sunnyside of Life we want to ensure you can be as active or as chill as you desire. Off the living room, with a nice view of the pool we have a dedicated space for yoga/meditation complete with mats, blocks, pillows and stretch bands to spend sometime being zen, burn some calories or build some strength.

The Phoenix Mountain Preserve, which is largely described as the best hiking around with trails for all levels, is located right in our neighborhood. Lookout Mountain summit trail has breathless views. After a morning hike, ouur pool is long enough for a few laps or for lounging to cool off.

The LifeTime Biltmore Health Club and spa is a state of art health club with fitness classes, upscale locker rooms and a rooftop pool that is 9 miles away. There are also mountain bike trails for beginners or to challenge the most experienced. Some of the beginner trails include North Mountain, Double Butte Loop in Papago Park or Brown's Ranch Trailhead in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. There are plenty of places to rent mountain bikes in Paradise Valley.

With the desert as inspiration, there are plenty of destination day spas within a short drive that utilize botanicals found in the surrounding Sonoran Desert and take inspiration from Native American traditions.

Adventure & Activities

Arizona has several lakes within a short drive (~45 miles) of metro Phoenix. Whether it's Lake Pleasant, Saguaro, Canyon or Bartlett Lake there are options for day trips. Providing actvities from water sports to renting kayaks, boats and fishing it's an opportunity to enjoy a different side of the desert.

If it's hot, you can bet there will be interest in floating the lower Salt River just east of the Phoenix metro area. Mild class 1 rapids provide for tubing or paddle boarding.

Moonlight hiking is a new way to see the Sonoran and the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation department offers ranger guided options at various parks.

Voted by the Travel Channel as one of the country’s top 10 water parks, Oasis Water Park at the Arizona Grand Resort is 7 acres of fun (21.2 miles).

The first friday of ever month is the nation's largest, self-guided art walk where you can tour more than 70 galleries and venues.

Some of Phoenix's best attractions include the Phoenix zoo, Arizona Science Center, Sea Life Aquarium and Legoland Discovery Center (all about 15-20 miles)

Mecca of Sports
Greater Phoenix is know to be a top golf destination. There are over 200+ golf courses in the area highlighted by the "The Greatest Show on Grass," with the Wastemanagement Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale (17 minute drive).

Home to the Cactus League of MLB's spring training during February and March. This baseball paradise is home to 15 major league clubs. Additionally, the Arizona Fall League plays in Autumn at six different baseball complexes and showcases top prospects from around the Majors. Finally, Phoenix is the home to the MLB franchise, Arizona Diamondbacks. The D-Backs play downtown at Chase Field, a retractable roof stadium which is 18 minutes away from our home.

The Arizona State Sun Devils are a 22 minute drive away with top NCAA division one sport action and a very cool football stadium located between two mountain peaks. Additionally, the Arizona Coyotes of the NHL are playing for the next couple years at AZ State's new arena in Tempe while their new home is being constructed.
In Glendale, State Farm stadium is home to the Fiesta Bowl and the NFL is hosting the Super Bowl February 12, 2023. Of course, Kyler Murray and the Cardinals play there starting in September.

For some professional hoops, check out Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns of the NBA, downtown at the Footrpint Center. Furthermore, the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show, the largest event of it's kind in the world, takes place mid February. Finally, the Phoenix Raceway is home to NASCAR and includes the final championship race.

Sustainable & Green
Finally, we’re committed to being mindful of the environment and are proud to reduce our carbon emissions and environmental impact by powering the house with Tesla solar panels.