10398 W Ina Rd, Tucson, AZ 85743

A true Sonoran Desert Oasis and rare opportunity to own this custom straw-bale home and additional Casita on 2.37 acres of beautifully maintained natural desert! Offering a combined 1683 sq ft, with two bedrooms and two baths. Private and peaceful, with stunning mountain views, sunrises and sunsets from every window and vantage point. This property boasts over 70 saguaros and landscaped walking paths with LED and solar lighting. Meticulously maintained and continuously updated, this is truly a turn-key property. The main straw-bale home is built with earthen plaster and stucco 2-foot-thick walls providing unparalleled thermal efficiency year-round, equipped with a lightning protection system, as well as a fire sprinkler system. 20-foot ceilings greet you at the door, with Mexican tile throughout, glass accents, flagstone floors, energy-efficient windows, and a loft (or third bedroom) overlooking the living area. There is a beautifully tiled walk-in shower in the ensuite bathroom, and a generously sized walk-in closet off the master bedroom. The kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, stone tile countertops, a single basin farm sink and custom saguaro rib cabinets. The Casita is distinctive and beautifully appointed; framed with 2x6 construction and extra insulation, wood siding over Hardie board sheathing, and energy-efficient windows. Perfect for extra guests with a spacious bedroom, a full bath and a kitchenette with refrigerator/freezer, and electrical service for an oven/range and exhaust hood. Enjoy a coffee or drink on the Casita porch with a cozy chiminea and a view all the way to Kitt Peak Observatory. Zone controlled mini-split systems in both homes make for super-low energy bills. Both homes have metal roofs for lifetime reliability. Step out the back door of the main house to a paved, furnished patio with shaded pergola, 2 propane BBQ grills, outdoor shower, chiminea, and a misting system. Enjoy the fire pit with seating area for an evening of perfect stargazing. Walk to the end of the driveway for access to State Trust Land with acres of hiking trails. Walk, bike, or drive ½ mile east on Ina Road to access miles of Saguaro National Park hiking trails. 15 minutes to Marana shopping, 1-10 and Saguaro National Park West Visitor's Center, 20 minutes to Desert Museum, 25 minutes to Old Tucson Studios, 35 minutes to downtown Tucson.