1884 S Middlemarch Road , Cochise, AZ 85606(Cochise County)

Once the Headquarters of the L Lazy E Ranch, the property maintains a quintessence of Arizona ranch life. Horsemanship enthusiasts will appreciate the obstacle field set up, 7200 sq.ft. arena and 2 round pens. The 2882 sq.ft., six stall barn is equipped with a tack room, feed room and additional storage area. Adjoining the barn are 3 turnout pastures with a catchment pond in the main pasture. An additional pasture rests on the western edge of the property. Enjoy riding out on miles of trails in the Coronado Forest. A 1440 sq.ft. hay barn houses a tractor garage and a huge storage area / workshop tha Electric,water, septic and propane hookups are in place for a guest/caretakers cabin or RV setup. With all 40 acres fenced and cross fenced, this property leaves nothing wanting.

The Arizona Territorial style home showcases the owners extensive art collection including sculptures by artists from Montana, New Mexico, and Arizona. Several installations will convey with sale including works by renowned sculptors Robert Harrison and Earl Olmstead. Water conserving catchments and xeriscape gardens have been thoughtfully created. Artist designed patios, fences, rock walls and walkways surround the home with the addition of 2 lily pad ponds in front and back yards.

The custom built 2883 sq.ft., 4 bed, 3 bath home is true to the style of Southwest architecture. Covered patios, saltillo tiles, numerous niches, rustic vigas and a beautiful agave latilla ceiling, artistically blend with the landscape.

The airy open-concept floor plan combines rustic and modern styles. Expansive windows in living room look out to the eastern sunrise over the Chiricahua Mt Range. Wood burning fire places in living room and off kitchen sitting area keep it cozy in December and January.

The kitchen features black slate countertops and island, top of the line stainless steel appliances, Bosch dishwasher , Miele steam drawer and Dacor cooktop, oven and holding drawers. The walk-through pantry takes one to the patio and to private quarters on north side of home. The home office leads to a 200 sq. ft inlaw/guest suite complete with bathroom (WC).

All 4 bedrooms have separate entries/exits to covered patio. Look out to gardens and mountains from Master bedroom. Mini-split cools and heats with ample walk in closet and full bath completing the space. Two delightfully appointed bedrooms are off hallway along with full bathroom and laundry room.

The Dragoon mountains are home to a multitude of wildlife and are a bird watchers and hikers paradise. Deer, javelina, coyotes, owls, roadrunners, hawks and eagles and others too numerous to mention can be seen regularly. At approximately 5000 ft. elevation, youll enjoy a wonderful climate year-round and dark star filled skies. Within 90 minutes of Tucson, the area has been nicknamed the Sonoma of Arizona and is home to dozens of vineyards and winetasting rooms, producing world-class, award-winning vintages. The income possiblities for this property include B&B, equestrian training/ boarding ceter, full accomodation horse camp, wedding venue or perhaps a mountain retreat center.