Rio Garros Ranch: A 5-Acre Rio Verde Foothills Home Inspired by Roland Garros

Jul 7
4 min read

There is a deep red pickleball court sitting in the middle of the Sonoran Desert, and it may be the most beautiful one in the country. It is the first thing people ask about at Rio Garros Ranch, and it is only the beginning of the story.

Roland Garros inspired red pickleball court at Rio Garros Ranch in the Rio Verde Foothills at dusk with saguaros and mountain views

The story behind the name

Every spring, the best tennis players in the world compete on the deep red courts of Roland Garros in Paris, home of the French Open. The owner of this Rio Verde Foothills property wanted that same unmistakable color in his own backyard, so he matched the surface of his pickleball court to the exact red of Roland Garros clay.

That single detail is where the name Rio Garros Ranch comes from. It ties a corner of Paris to the open desert northeast of Scottsdale, and it is the kind of feature you will not find on another property anywhere near here. For a certain buyer, it is love at first sight before they ever step inside the home.

A professional-grade pickleball court, its color matched to the most famous red in tennis, set against 360 degrees of Arizona mountain views.

Nearly 5 acres in the Rio Verde Foothills

Rio Garros Ranch is a single-level home on nearly 5 acres with true 360-degree views of the McDowell Mountains, Four Peaks, and the surrounding Sonoran Desert. Owning acreage like this does more than give you room. It protects those views for good, with no rooftops crowding the property line and no HOA deciding what you can and cannot do with the land.

Acreage ~5 acres	Home 2,913 sq ft	Layout 3 bd + office
Baths 2.5	Level Single story	HOA None

360 degree McDowell and Four Peaks mountain views from the fire pit at Rio Garros Ranch in the Rio Verde Foothills at sunset

The water story most buyers ask about first

In the Rio Verde Foothills, secured water is the defining question of long-term value, and it is the first thing a serious buyer will ask. Rio Garros Ranch conveys with a 100-year Epcor water contract, which secures the water supply for the next century. It is already handled here, which puts this property in a different category from much of what comes to market in the area.

The short version for buyers and their agents: the water question is answered, and it is answered for the next 100 years.

Inside the home

Inside, authentic Southwestern character is the star of the show. Saltillo tile runs underfoot, hand-painted tile accents and copper countertops add warmth, and vaulted ceilings with skylights pull the desert light through the whole home. The views carry indoors, framed through the windows from the main living spaces.

The floor plan is split, with 3 bedrooms plus a dedicated office and 2.5 baths. The spacious kitchen has a walk-in pantry, and the home also includes a wet bar and a rooftop view deck. The primary suite is privately positioned and features a soaking tub, dual sinks, and his and her walk-in closets, while the two guest rooms share a Jack and Jill bath. A gated front courtyard with a fireplace welcomes you at the entry, and a covered back patio extends the living space outdoors.

Southwestern living room at Rio Garros Ranch with Saltillo tile floors, brick beehive fireplace, and copper accents

Room to make it yours

Nearly 5 acres of usable land leaves room for all of it. There is space to add a resort-style pool, build a guest casita, and set up for horses with a barn, arena, and RV parking, all with direct access to miles of riding and off-road trails. Bartlett Lake is just minutes away, and a circular paver drive leads to the 3-car garage.

Minutes from North Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, and Cave Creek

The location balances privacy with access. North Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, and Cave Creek are all within about a 20-minute drive for shopping and dining, so the quiet never costs you convenience. The Rio Verde Foothills continue to gain attention as development rapidly fills in North Scottsdale, with demand moving here for the area's larger lots, protected views, and open space. Land like this is increasingly hard to find this close to the city.

Rio Garros Ranch: frequently asked questions

Where is Rio Garros Ranch located?

It sits on nearly 5 acres in the Rio Verde Foothills, just northeast of North Scottsdale, Arizona. North Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, and Cave Creek are all within about a 20-minute drive.

What is the Roland Garros pickleball court?

The owner matched the court's color to the exact red of the Roland Garros courts in Paris, home of the French Open. That inspiration is where the name Rio Garros Ranch comes from.

Does the property have a secured water source?

Yes. It conveys with a 100-year Epcor water contract, which secures the water supply for the next century.

Is it a horse property?

Yes. The nearly 5-acre lot has room for horses along with a barn, arena, and RV parking, plus direct trail access and no HOA.

How big is the home?

The single-level home is 2,913 square feet with a split floor plan, 3 bedrooms plus a dedicated office, and 2.5 baths.

See Rio Garros Ranch before it hits the market

Rio Garros Ranch is being privately offered by ONE Team Scottsdale. If you would like the full gallery, video, and private link, we would love to walk you through it.

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Shay Noonan · ONE Team Scottsdale

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