Tucked away on nearly three private acres in the prestigious Upper Canyon of Silverleaf, this remarkable Ranch Hacienda estate presents an exceptional opportunity to own one of Scottsdale's most distinguished luxury properties. Surrounded by the breathtaking McDowell Mountains and sweeping panoramic views, the 11,491-square-foot residence offers a level of privacy, craftsmanship, and natural beauty that is rarely available. Priced well below recent neighborhood comparable sales and below replacement cost, this estate represents an extraordinary value within one of Arizona's most sought-after communities. Designed to accommodate both elegant entertaining and everyday living, the home showcases timeless architecture paired with exceptional attention to detail. Rich natural stone, handcrafted millwork, trestle beam ceilings, a striking brick barrel ceiling in the chef's kitchen, expansive retractable glass doors, and custom tile work create an atmosphere of warmth and sophistication throughout. Thoughtfully designed amenities include a separate prep kitchen, dedicated wine room, professionally designed media room, fireproof safe room, bonus room above the garage, and even a dog bath with direct access to a fully enclosed dog run. The well-appointed floor plan features five spacious bedrooms, including four private suite-style retreats, along with inviting gathering spaces that seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living. Multiple covered patios overlook an impressive resort-inspired backyard complete with a negative-edge pool, rockslide, swim-up bar, pool ramada, outdoor kitchen, and putting green. A private gated entrance leads to a grand motor court accented by balconies and an inviting fireplace, creating a memorable arrival experience worthy of the estate. Beyond its impressive amenities, the home's enduring architecture, superior construction, and irreplaceable setting provide a foundation that is increasingly difficult to replicate. Buyers have the rare opportunity to personalize an already extraordinary residence while benefiting from the significant value offered by its pricing below replacement cost. Located within the exclusive guard-gated community of Silverleaf, residents enjoy convenient access to world-class shopping, dining, hiking trails, luxury resorts, and the renowned Tom Weiskopf-designed golf course, private club, and spa. Immediate Clubhouse social memberships are available to the buyer, adding even more appeal to this exceptional offering. From its unmatched privacy and spectacular mountain views to its timeless craftsmanship and coveted Upper Canyon location, this extraordinary Ranch Hacienda estate embodies the very best of luxury living in Silverleaf.
Mike Sweeney
Mike Sweeney is an Associate Broker and Partner of Silverleaf Realty and has been a driving force in the luxury real estate market for over two decades. Since 2000, he has specialized in the sales and marketing of custom homes and homesites in Silverleaf, DC Ranch, North Scottsdale, Flagstaff, and Paradise Valley. A top-producing agent, Mike has consistently ranked among Arizona’s most successful real estate professionals. Nearly all of his business comes from repeat clients and referrals, a testament to the trust, integrity, and exceptional service he provides. He is known for going above and beyond to ensure his clients receive the highest level of service, leveraging his extensive network of clients, top Arizona agents and deep knowledge of luxury communities to deliver unparalleled results. A longtime Scottsdale resident, Mike moved to the Valley in 1988 and has built a reputation as a trusted leader in the industry. Beyond real estate, he is an experienced aviator and a dedicated Angel Flight West mission pilot, volunteering his time to provide air transportation for patients and families in need. Whether buying or selling, Mike’s experience, market knowledge, and commitment to excellence make him an invaluable resource for those seeking luxury properties in Arizona’s most prestigious communities.
Mike Lehman
Mike joined Silverleaf Realty in 2002 as a sales associate and has had prolific sales results during his tenure. He has personally facilitated well over $750 million in transactions in that span in both developer sales and resale properties, including highwater years of 2007, 2021 and 2022 where he procured over $60M in closed sales in each of those years. Originally hired by renowned developer DMB and Associates to focus on custom homesites and home sales in the Silverleaf community, he and the Silverleaf Realty team have expanded into one of the premier resale brokerages serving the entire Phoenix/Scottsdale market. In the past decade, Mike has averaged over $40 million in annual sales which has earned him a perennial top 20 individual ranking in Valley Realtor production, including several years where he cracked the top 10. In addition to numerous Silverleaf and DC Ranch transactions, he has recorded sales in areas including Paradise Valley, Desert Mountain, Troon, Desert Highlands, Estancia, McCormick Ranch, Grayhawk, Windgate Ranch and Kierland Optima to name a few. His recent sales have spanned from $400,000 townhomes to $10 million estate homes while averaging over $2.4 million per sale. Consistent high-level production has been his trademark, a testament to his dedication to the business and strong work ethic. The hundreds of clients he has worked with have cited his professionalism, responsiveness, business knowledge, trustworthiness, and attention to detail as his strongest attributes. His background working for some of the top real estate developers in the country has provided Mike with significant knowledge and expertise of golf communities, and a unique perspective to sell the lifestyles of these unique locales. Licensed in 1997, Mike began his development career in a marketing and membership capacity for the Lyle Anderson Companies. He quickly transitioned to real estate, hired as one of the original sales executives in 1998 at the newly opened Superstition Mountain golf community. In his six years there he sold 125 properties, totaling more than $70 million in gross sales. He was the top producer in three of those years (2000-2002). Prior to entering real estate, Mike worked in Operations and Sales at the national headquarters for Minneapolis-based glass company (Apogee/Harmon Glass) in 1992-96 and was also a Marketing and Public Relations Assistant for Minnesota Vikings Football in 1990-91. He graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1990 where he was the captain of the golf team and was named Academic All-Big Ten in 1988 and 1989. He later furthered his education in 1995 when he completed his MBA graduate degree at the University of Minnesota.
