12701 N Thornydale Road, Marana, AZ 85658 (MLS# 22622992)

Stories: Two

Construction: Frame; Masonry Stucco

Style: Santa Fe

Roof: Built-Up - Reflect; Tile

Living Areas: Great Room

Dining Areas: Breakfast Bar; Dining Area; Formal Dining Room

Kitchen Features: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Oven; Gas Cooktop; Indoor Grill; Kitchen Island; Microwave; Prep Sink; Refrigerator; Wine Cooler

Primary Bathroom Features: Double Vanity; Exhaust Fan; Jetted Tub; Separate Shower(s)

Additional Bathroom Features: Powder Room; Shower Only

Laundry: Dryer; Laundry Room; Washer

Extra Room: Loft; Office; Storage

Guest Facilities: House

Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Beamed Ceilings; Entrance Foyer; High Ceilings; Skylights; Split Bedroom Plan; Walk-In Closet(s); Water Purifier; Wet Bar

Fireplace: Fire Pit; Wood Burning; Wood Burning Stove

Fireplace Location: Great Room; Patio

Floor Covering: Carpet; Mexican Tile; Wood

Window Covering: Stay

Window Features: Double Pane Windows

Technology: High Speed Internet; Telephone

Main Cooling: Central Air; Zoned

Main Heating: Forced Air; Zoned

Water Heater: Propane

Gas: Propane

Sewer: Septic

Water: Pvt Well (Registered)

Accessibility Option: None

Security: Security Gate; Smoke Detector(s)

Pool: Heated

Spa: None

Fence: Barbed Wire; Masonry; Stucco Finish

Landscape - Front: Desert Plantings; Low Care; Natural Desert; Sprinkler/Drip; Trees

Landscape - Rear: Desert Plantings; Shrubs; Sprinkler/Drip; Trees

View: Desert; Mountain(s); Sunrise; Sunset

Road Type: Dirt

Road Maintenance: Owner Maintenance

Driveway: Circular

RV Parking: Space Available

Exterior Features: Built-in Barbecue; Courtyard; Fountain; Native Plants

Lot Features: North/South Exposure

Neighborhood Feature: Horse Facilities; Horses Allowed

Assoc Fees Includes: None

Assoc Amenities: None

Terms: Cash; Conventional; VA

Submit With Offer: Domestic Well Addendum; Loan Pre-Qual; On-site Wastewater

Property Disclosures: Insurance Claims History Report; Seller Prop Disclosure

Special Conditions: None; Owner/Agent

A meandering, gated drive winds gracefully through the property, touching every corner of the estate before arriving at the magnificent 5,000+ square-foot hacienda, tucked within its own private compound beneath towering mesquite, ironwood, palo verde, and mature palm trees. More than 40 majestic saguaros, native flowering gardens, sculptural agaves, citrus , and trees, quiet natural spaces create an ever-changing landscape alive with birds, butterflies, and unforgettable desert sunsets beneath star-filled evening skies. The home is filled with natural light and rich architectural details, including Saltillo tile floors, custom carved mesquite doors, handcrafted cabinetry, exposed viga beams, and distinctive Talavera accents, while a dramatic tiled staircase leads to a view balcony overlooking the surrounding desert. At the heart of the home, the large kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, with beautiful tilework, an expansive entertainer's island, butler sink, custom cabinetry with display centers, and views stretching toward the Tucson Mountains and the gorgeous patio beyond. The home's thoughtful floor plan includes five bedrooms (one set-up as a charming library) and dedicated office, creating abundant space for family, guests, and entertaining. Gather around the traditional wood-burning hearth stove or the striking Talavera-surround fireplace complete with its original wood box--details that celebrate the home's enduring craftsmanship and romantic hacienda character. The second-floor primary suite is a world unto itself, offering the feeling of a private retreat within the home. The spacious bedroom includes a comfortable sitting area, an oversized closet, and a beautifully appointed bath, all surrounded by 360-degree views that bring the desert landscape into the experience of everyday living. It is a space where you could easily linger all day, yet one that makes waking up here feel like a dream. Complementing the main residence is a beautifully appointed 750+ square-foot detached one-bedroom casita, offering complete independence with its own full kitchen featuring hickory cabinetry, travertine flooring, stone accent walls, and spacious living quarters. Ideal for guests, extended family, or multigenerational living, the casita is positioned within one of the property's most tranquil settings and feels like a private nature preserve. Outdoor living is equally exceptional. The estate centers around a spectacular 3,000+ square-foot pool courtyard featuring a stunning 50-foot heated pool surrounded by flagstone patios, a classic Spanish fountain, multiple firepit gathering areas, and expansive outdoor entertaining spaces. The adjacent pool house includes a bathroom, wet bar, and steam sauna, creating a resort-like setting for pool days, gatherings, and relaxing evenings under the stars. The grounds were thoughtfully designed for both entertaining and everyday enjoyment. Raised planters await herb and vegetable gardens, while pomegranate, orange, grapefruit, and other citrus trees provide seasonal harvests. Wide driveways and pathways offer effortless access throughout the estate, connecting the home, casita, pool, gardens, equestrian facilities, and outdoor spaces. For those who appreciate the equestrian lifestyle, the property offers exceptional horse facilities, including six horse stalls, a spacious tack room with room for up to eight saddles, and a dedicated riding arena. Thoughtful planning extends throughout the grounds, including intentional water drainage that feeds a pond area, creating beauty while enhancing the property's functionality. Additional amenities include a three-car garage, potting workshop area, abundant outdoor gathering spaces, and exceptional privacy--all framed by the dramatic beauty of the Sonoran Desert. Pasos del Cielo is more than a home--it is a rare compound designed for the way people truly want to live: a private retreat, an extraordinary setting for entertaining, and a welcoming multigenerational property with room for family and guests to have their own space. Add the equestrian facilities, mature desert landscape, resort-style pool setting, and spectacular mountain views, and the result is a property that is difficult to replicate and even harder to forget.