42650 N 52ND Street, Cave Creek, AZ 85331
Overview
Description
Supplements: ... (Read more) Hidden View Ranch is a truly extraordinary Arizona legacy property offering a rare combination of history, natural beauty, privacy, water resources, and equestrian amenities. Encompassing 82.66 acres in the heart of one of the most scenic and protected landscapes in the Desert Southwest, this remarkable ranch presents an opportunity that is becoming increasingly difficult to find and impossible to duplicate. Originally established as the historic Dick Van Dyke Homestead, Hidden View Ranch occupies a unique setting where Cave Creek seasonally flows through the property, creating a lush desert oasis unlike any other in the region. Mature cottonwoods, native vegetation, and abundant wildlife thrive along the creek corridor, providing a striking contrast to the surrounding Sonoran Desert landscape. The property is bordered by both the Spur Cross Conservation Area and State Trust Land, ensuring exceptional privacy while providing direct access to thousands of acres of protected open space. The result is a ranch that feels both secluded and expansive, with uninterrupted mountain views stretching in every direction. Water is among the most valuable assets in the Southwest, and Hidden View Ranch is uniquely positioned in this regard. In addition to the natural presence of Cave Creek, the property benefits from three productive water wells that provide a reliable and valuable water supply for residential, agricultural, and equestrian uses. These water resources significantly enhance the ranch's long-term value and offer flexibility for future expansion and development. The improvements on the property have been thoughtfully designed to support a wide range of uses, from luxury ranch living and equestrian pursuits to guest accommodations and multigenerational ownership. The nearly completed main residence reflects exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail, blending timeless design with modern comfort. An attached guest casita provides additional living space for visitors or extended family members. Complementing the main residence is a separate 1,600-square-foot home that can serve as guest quarters, staff housing, or a private residence for family members. Equestrian facilities are a central component of the ranch. The property includes a barn with an apartment, a separate six-stall horse barn, and ample room for arenas, paddocks, training facilities, and expanded horse operations. The surrounding landscape offers exceptional opportunities for trail riding and outdoor recreation, with immediate access to vast stretches of protected land. A dedicated kennel building further enhances the versatility of the property and supports a variety of ranch and sporting lifestyles. Beyond its existing improvements, Hidden Valley Ranch offers tremendous future potential. Whether envisioned as a world-class equestrian estate, a private family compound, a luxury retreat, a working ranch, or a conservation-minded legacy property, the ranch provides an unparalleled foundation for a wide range of possibilities. The combination of acreage, water, privacy, protected surroundings, and substantial infrastructure creates a unique opportunity for an owner to shape the property according to their vision while preserving its remarkable character and heritage. The ranch consists of two separate contiguous parcels, a 67.66 acre parcel that is completely vacant and a 14.993 acre parcel that has the homes and facilities located on it. It is more than a ranch; it is a legacy property of exceptional quality, historical significance, and lasting value--a rare opportunity to own one of Arizona's truly remarkable private estates.
Listing Details MLS# 7053214
Location, Tax & Legal
- House Number
- 42650
- Compass
- N
- Street Name
- 52ND
- St Suffix
- Street
- City/Town Code
- Cave Creek
- State/Province
- AZ
- Zip Code
- 85331
- Zip4
- 7572
- Country
- US
- County Code
- Maricopa
- Assessor Number
- 202-19-020-C
- Subdivision
- Metes and Bounds
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Assessor's Map #
- 19
- Legal Description (Abbrev)
- TH PT S2 SEC 8 DAF COM S4 COR SD SEC TH W 1319.04F TH N 764.01F TH E 850.25F TH N 08D 16M E 408.68F
- Assessor's Parcel #
- 20
- Assessor Parcel Ltr
- C
- Tax Municipality
- Cave Creek
- Taxes
- 2379
Contract Information
- Type
- Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Co-Ownership (Fractional) Agreement YN
- No
General Property Description
- Dwelling Type
- Single Family Residence
- Dwelling Styles
- Detached
- Exterior Stories
- Yes
- # of Interior Levels
- Yes
- # Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Bathrooms
- 3
- Half Bathrooms
- Yes
- Total Bathrooms
- 4
- Approx SQFT
- 4000
- Price/SqFt
- 1475
- Guest House SqFt
- 1600
- Horses
- Y
- Builder Name
- Custom
- Year Built
- 1954
- Lead Based Hazard Disclosure
- Yes
- Approx Lot SqFt
- 653082
- Approx Lot Acres
- 14.993
- Flood Zone
- Yes
- Community Pool Y/N
- No
- Private Pool Y/N
- Yes
- Fireplace YN
- Yes
- Fireplaces Total
- 2
- Marketing Name
- Hidden View Ranch
- Elementary School District
- Cave Creek Unified District
- High School District
- Cave Creek Unified District
- Elementary School
- Black Mountain Elementary School
- Jr. High School
- Black Mountain Elementary School
- High School
- Cactus Shadows High School
Remarks Misc
- Cross Street
- Cave Creek Rd and Spur Cross
- Directions
- North on Spur Cross for approximately 3.1 miles to Hidden View Ranch archway entrance. Call for further details.
Legal Info
- Township
- 6N
- Range
- 4E
- Section
- 8
Basement
- Basement Y/N
- N
More Information
Parking Spaces
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Carport Spaces
- 4
- Slab Parking Spaces
- 4
- Total Covered Spaces
- 6
Showing Notification Methods
- Showing Service
- No Showing Service Used
- Text
- Yes
- Phone Call
- Yes
Special Listing Cond
- N/A
- Yes
Construction
- Block
- Yes
- Stone
- Yes
- Wood Frame
- Yes
Const - Finish
- Wood Siding
- Yes
- Stucco
- Yes
- Stone
- Yes
Roofing
- Rolled
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
Association & Fees
- HOA Y/N
- N
- PAD Fee Y/N
- N
- Land Lease Fee Y/N
- N
- Ttl Mthly Fee Equiv
- 0
Lockbox Type
- None
- Yes
Architecture
- Ranch
- Yes
Master Bathroom
- Full Bth Master Bdrm
- Yes
- Separate Shwr & Tub
- Yes
- Double Vanity
- Yes
- Private Toilet Room
- Yes
- Other (See Remarks)
- Yes
Master Bedroom
- Not Split
- Yes
Additional Bedroom
- Separate Bedroom Exit
- Yes
Add'l Property Use
- Farm
- Yes
- Ranch
- Yes
- See Remarks
- Yes
Fireplace Features
- Fireplace Family Rm
- Yes
- Fireplace Master Bdr
- Yes
Flooring
- Concrete
- Yes
Private Pool Features
- Outdoor
- Yes
Community Features
- Horse Facility
- Yes
Dining Area
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Yes
- Dining in LR/GR
- Yes
Heating
- Electric
- Yes
View
- Creek/Stream
- Yes
- Desert
- Yes
- Panoramic
- Yes
- Red Rocks/Boulders
- Yes
- Trees/Woods
- Yes
- Mountain(s)
- Yes
Kitchen Features
- Kitchen Island
- Yes
- Walk-in Pantry
- Yes
Cooling
- Other
- Yes
Interior Features
- See Remarks
- Yes
Laundry
- Inside
- Yes
Other Rooms
- Great Room
- Yes
- Guest Qtrs-Sep Entrn
- Yes
- Separate Workshop
- Yes
Separate Den/Office
- Sep Den/Office Y/N
- Y
Road Access Type
- City Street
- Yes
- Dedicated Street
- Yes
- Easement
- Yes
Road Surface Type
- Asphalt
- Yes
- Dirt
- Yes
- Gravel
- Yes
Road Responsibility
- Private Maintained Road
- Yes
Fencing
- See Remarks
- Yes
Water Source
- Private Well
- Yes
- Onsite Well
- Yes
Exterior Features
- Separate Guest House
- Yes
- Covered Deck
- Yes
- Covered Patio(s)
- Yes
- Patio
- Yes
- Storage
- Yes
- Private Street(s)
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
Spa
- None
- Yes
Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Yes
- Septic-In & Connected
- Yes
Parking Features
- RV Access/Parking
- Yes
New Financing
- Cash
- Yes
- Conventional
- Yes
- Farm Home/ USDA
- Yes
- 1031 Exchange
- Yes
Utilities
- APS
- Yes
- Propane
- Yes
Existing 1st Loan
- Treat as Free&Clear
- Yes
Property Description
- Borders Preserve/Public Land
- Yes
Landscaping
- Dirt Back
- Yes
- Gravel/Stone Front
- Yes
- Gravel/Stone Back
- Yes
- Desert Front
- Yes
- Desert Back
- Yes
- Natural Desert Front
- Yes
- Natural Desert Back
- Yes
Services
- County Services
- Yes
Horse Features
- Corral(s)
- Yes
- Stall
- Yes
- Barn
- Yes
- Tack Room
- Yes
- Bridle Path Access
- Yes
Other Structures
- Barn(s)
- Yes
- Shed(s)
- Yes
- Workshop
- Yes
Disclosures
- Seller Discl Avail
- Yes
- Well Disclosure
- Yes
- Flood Elevation Certificate
- Yes
Possession
- Close of Escrow
- Yes
Association Fee Incl
- No Fees
- Yes
Assoc Rules/Info
- None
- Yes
Property Features
