Luxury homes available at MacDonald Highlands

Rich McDonald, president of MacDonald Cos., said one strength of the MacDonald Highlands hillside community is its upscale homes.

"The collection of homes are truly exceptional with spectacular amenities and designs that capitalize on our panoramic views," he said.

The El Mirador plan measures 6,880 square feet and contains five bedrooms. It is designed around a swimming pool, 6-foot waterfall and pond with floating terraces. A curved staircase or elevator leads to the owner suite, with disappearing walls, "floor-to-ceiling" butted glass, stone accents, a theater and a casita additionally featured. The home is priced at $3.3 million.

Grandezza is situated on a private golf course, DragonRidge Country Club, and measures 5,514 square feet with five bedrooms. Amenities include a porte cochere entry, hand-laid tile, and stone counters, while a backyard swimming pool and spa overlook the sixth hole and its water feature. The home is priced at $1.69 million.

The bilevel Desert Embrace has four bedrooms and measures 5,140 square feet. Highlights include a sunken great room with columns, a separate owner suite on the main level, and kitchen with stainless steel appliances, pantry and granite counter tops. The lower level offers a second great room with a wet bar, theater, and three bedrooms. It is priced at $1.4 million.

The 1,200-acre community has 10 active neighborhoods. Lots within these neighborhoods range from one-quarter acre to more than 2.5 acres. Prices start at $191,000 to more than $3.5 million.

Community plans also include three parks.

A clubhouse under construction is expected to open this year with a pro shop, fitness facility, swimming pool, dining, a grill and lounge. A temporary clubhouse is open.

Residences start at $1.4 million. Custom lots are priced from $191,000 to $3.5 million.

The information center at 1700 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway, Suite 100, is open daily. To visit, take Interstate 215 to Valle Verde Drive and travel south.

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