8540 E MCDOWELL Road unit: 10 10 You don't want to miss out on this beautiful custom built home in the quiet and serene neighborhood of Thunder Mountain. One of Mesa's most highly regarded, sought after, peaceful and private, low traffic, gated communities. The large .8 acre lot provides breathtaking views and wide open space. A grand circular driveway leads you to an arched/covered entryway. As soon as you enter the home you get a sense of light, flow and calm with an open, airy floor plan. Wide hallways allow for easy, carefree movement throughout the home. Your first impression inside the home is a spacious formal living room/great room and formal dining room with 15 foot vaulted ceilings, a convenient wet bar and French doors that lead to the outside entertainment space. The large chef's custom kitchen has custom backsplash, an abundance of counter space with breakfast bar, built in custom cabinetry, walk in panty and desk area. Complete your gourmet meals on a Thor gas stove top and other new/upgraded appliances. Spacious family room with fireplace extends smoothly from the kitchen with easy access to outside entertainment space through French doors. Primary suite has a sitting room, two walk in closets, electric fireplace and an exit to the luxury backyard. Primary bath has a jetted tub, large walk in shower and double sinks. Split floor plan includes three other bedrooms and two bathrooms. Two bedrooms and one bath are Jack and Jill. One with electric fireplace. Entertaining is elegant and tranquil in the back of house courtyard with bubbling water feature. Drink and dine under the adjacent covered patio. The mountain views from here are spectacular.The backyard is a peaceful getaway with a sparkling pool, BBQ with eating bar, Fire pit, finished pavers and continued luxurious mountain views. Extended/oversized three car garage has built in cabinets and epoxy flooring.Wood plantation shutters throughout. Newer HVAC's and water heater. 24 owned solar panels reduce your electric bill. Thunder Mountain is removed from the city hustle and bustle but it has all the conveniences nearby. Usery Mountain Park is ideal for hiking, biking, and nature walks. Saguaro Lake and its restaurant, Rio Salado Shooting Range, and Tonto National Forest and endless desert recreation are just minutes away. Easy access to freeways, less than 1/2 hour from Sky Harbor Int'l Airport and Scottsdale.Thunder Mountain has pickleball courts, tennis courts, a ramada with BBQ grills and a children's play area.