5424 N SAINT ANDREWS Drive, Lakeside, AZ 85929

Imagine a home where luxury meets the tranquility of nature, located in the prestigious gated community of Mountain Gate, this custom-built residence boasts a split floorplan with three cozy bedrooms and two full baths, ensuring privacy and comfort for all. The heart of the home, a grand great room, is crowned with soaring 15ft tongue-and-groove ceilings, creating an atmosphere of rustic elegance. Attention to detail is evident throughout, with upgrades like custom soft-close Knotty Alder cabinets and hand-scraped Acacia wood floors adding a touch of sophistication. The entryway greets you with a floor-to-ceiling stone niche, leading to a stunning stone gas fireplace with a remote, perfect for those chilly evenings. READ MORE Modern conveniences are not overlooked, with a gas tankless water heater, dual-pane windows, and a Trane gas furnace with A/C ensuring year-round comfort. The kitchen, a chef's delight, features sleek granite countertops and S/S appliances, including a dual-fuel slide-in range with a gas cooktop for culinary adventures. The primary suite is a sanctuary of its own, with an oversized walk-in closet, dual vanity with elegant stone counters, a soaker tub, and a custom tile shower. Guests will find comfort in the spacious bedrooms, and the guest bath offers a dual vanity with stone counters and a separate tub-shower area. Step outside to the large, covered deck and find yourself enveloped in the serene embrace of tall pines, where the worries of the world fade away. This home is not just a living space; it's a retreat, a place where every detail contributes to a lifestyle of comfort and elegance. The attached oversized two-car garage offers ample space for vehicles and storage. Don't miss this beautiful private property.**** NOTE the county has the home built in 2009 - however, it sat empty until 2017 when the home was then completed.  We have put that it was remodeled - but that is when all of the interior finishes were completed and when the furnace/AC/appliances were all added, etc. Imagine living in the White Mountains of Arizona where you have 4 beautiful seasons and where you can breathe in the fresh mountain air and enjoy the 40 lakes and over 600 miles of rivers and streams. In addition to the amazing fishing, this area has one of the most extensive trail systems in the southwest for hiking, biking, horseback riding, quadding and more. Sunrise Ski Resort is also just 40 minutes away with 3 beautiful mountains to ski, snow board or sled. If shopping is your interest, you will love the antique stores and the multitude of arts and craft shows that happen in the summer. The music festivals have something to fit everyone's enjoyment. Do you love to golf? There are 7 amazing golf courses, 3 that are public. The White Mountains, where this home/cabin is the best kept secret of Arizona! Come and explore and enhance your living! Pinetop-Lakeside was also voted 'Best Cabin Region in the U.S"... Embrace the MAGIC!