Welcome to Ventana Canyon
A luxury golf community with panoramic mountain vistas.
Located in North Tucson, Arizona, Ventana Canyon is a private master-planned community in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains. Ventana Canyon real estate offers an array of home options. For seasonal residents, a low maintenance golf villa is desirable, while other year round residents may want a larger estate home. Throughout Ventana Canyon you can find various sub communities including Mountain Estates, Lake Estates, Ventana Country Club Estates, Deer Run at Ventana Canyon, Golf Villas, Ventana Serena, Ventana View, Ventana Canyon Estates and Whaleback Ridge Estates. Ventana Canyon is a sought-after neighborhood valued for its privacy, spacious grounds, and sweeping mountain vistas. The Sonoran Desert landscaping and the plethora of local fauna contribute significantly to the community's overall ambiance.
Located on an expansive 1,100 acres, the exclusive Ventana Canyon community is home to about 700 residences, most of which are located in gated enclaves. Properties in Ventana Canyon range from lock-and-leave golf villas to Lake Estates townhouses and the luxuriously elevated Ventana Mountain Estates, which provide some of the best valley views in Tucson.
What to Love
- Well-maintained sidewalks and streets
- Golf cart friendly
- Mountain, city, and golf course views
- Club membership options available
- Peaceful and private community
- A mixture of Ventana Canyon homes for sale
Local Lifestyle
Like the rest of the Catalina Foothills, Ventana Canyon is a luxurious modern community with a mix of casual, laid-back desert charm. Ventana Canyon combines ultra-privacy with proximity to all life's necessities and pleasant attractions. Tucson's pleasant year-round weather and Ventana's easy access to hiking trails, tennis and award-winning golf courses encourage an active outdoor lifestyle.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
All the neighborhoods in Ventana Canyon have convenient access to a wide variety of services, from top-notch dining and shopping to exciting outdoor pursuits. For your shopping needs, visit La Encantada, a high-end shopping mall located at the base of the Santa Catalina Mountains. Beautifully constructed with a Spanish hacienda style, the shopping center combines world-class fashion, jewelry, cosmetics, home design, and gourmet dining, all in an open-air setting with spectacular mountain views.
After you have shopped to your heart's delight, indulge in superb cuisine at any of the local restaurants. The Flying V Bar & Grill, located at the breathtaking Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, is all about locally grown products, farm-fresh ingredients, and inventive meals that capture the distinctive aromas of this great Southwest region.
Seeking a spacious, industrial-chic restaurant with refined comfort food, cocktails, and beers in a cozy atmosphere? Check out Commoner & Co in North Tucson or visit Piazza Gavi for a vibrant trattoria featuring a range of classic Italian cuisine. This restaurant has served the Southern Arizona region for over 25 years, offering authentic Italian cuisine in a lively atmosphere.
Things to Do
Enjoy a round of golf or a game of racquetball at the Ventana Canyon Golf Club. Located inside the Ventana Canyon gated community, the club features two renowned golf courses designed by Tom Fazio and a world-class tennis program managed by Peter Burwash International.
Looking for a fantastic hiking spot? Check out Sabino Canyon, one of the finest natural locations in Southern Arizona. You can find breathtaking landscapes with sheer rock cliffs and distinctive desert plants next to riparian corridors.
Stop by the DeGrazia Gallery at the Sun Museum to see the work of the late Arizona artist Ted DeGrazia. His vision and execution of this space have made it a renowned landmark in Tucson's cultural landscape. Six DeGrazia art collections are on display at the Foothills retreat, reflecting the living cultures of the Sonoran Desert.
When the temperature rises, head to the cool elevations of Mt. Lemmon. At an elevation of over 9,100 feet, the expansive views of the city below from the Mt. Lemmon Scenic Byway make this destination well worth the trip.
Schools
The Catalina Foothills School District (District 16) serves Ventana Canyon. Esteemed schools here include:
