Stories: Two

Construction: Concrete Block

Style: Contemporary; Modern

Roof: Built-Up - Reflect

Living Areas: Family Room; Living Room

Dining Areas: Breakfast Nook; Formal Dining Room

Kitchen Features: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Oven; Induction Cooktop

Primary Bathroom Features: Double Vanity; Separate Shower(s); Soaking Tub

Additional Bathroom Features: Jack & Jill; Powder Room; Shower Only

Laundry: Dryer; Gas Dryer Hookup; Laundry Room; Washer

Extra Room: Library; Storage

Guest Facilities: None

Interior Features: Built-in Features; High Ceilings; Primary Downstairs; Split Bedroom Plan; Storage

Fireplace: Wood Burning

Fireplace Location: Living Room

Floor Covering: Concrete; Wood

Window Covering: Stay

Window Features: Double Pane Windows

Technology: Telephone

Main Cooling: Central Air; Zoned

Main Heating: Natural Gas; Zoned

Water Heater: Natural Gas

Gas: Natural

Sewer: Septic

Water: Public

Accessibility Option: None

Security: Security Gate; None

Pool: Heated

Spa: None

Fence: View Fence

Landscape - Front: Decorative Gravel; Desert Plantings; Low Care; Natural Desert

Landscape - Rear: Desert Plantings; Low Care; Natural Desert

View: Desert; Mountains; Panoramic; Sunset

Road Type: Dirt

Road Maintenance: County

Driveway: Car(s) Pad

RV Parking: None

Exterior Features: Native Plants

Lot Features: Adjacent to Wash; North/South Exposure

Neighborhood Feature: Horses Allowed

Assoc Fees Includes: None

Assoc Amenities: None

Terms: Cash; Submit

Submit With Offer: Lead Based Paint Disclosure; Loan Pre-Qual; On-site Wastewater

Property Disclosures: Insurance Claims History Report; Seller Prop Disclosure

Special Conditions: None

residence now stands in its most resolved architectural form -- its architectural integrity preserved, its systems and finishes thoughtfully elevated for modern living. Every refinement honors Chafee's original intent: disciplined geometry, filtered light, and architecture shaped by climate rather than trend. A monumental timber ramada -- Chafee's defining gesture -- spans the residence, casting shifting patterns of light and shadow while creating a powerful thermal canopy above. Below, the home unfolds in layered planes that step naturally with the terrain. Terraces, courtyards, and transitional spaces dissolve the boundary between interior and desert, reinforcing the seamless integration of structure and landscape. Concrete masonry construction, mortar-washed surfaces, and exposed structural timber speak to Chafee's rigorous modernism, while refined updates enhance livability without compromising architectural authenticity. The residence is also equipped with state-of-the-art twin gas-powered backup generators. Public and private spaces are thoughtfully layered, creating both intimate retreat and dramatic entertaining environments beneath the filtered desert light. Concrete masonry construction, mortar-washed surfaces, and exposed structural timber speak to Chafee's rigorous modernism, while refined updates enhance livability without compromising architectural authenticity. Public and private spaces are thoughtfully layered, creating both intimate retreat and dramatic entertaining environments beneath the filtered desert light. The Ramada House has been featured in the MOMA traveling exhibit: "Judith Chafee: Framing the Desert" highlighting her contributions to regional, sustainable architecture, along with her international recognition. The Ramada House has been featured and studied on Smithsonian-affiliated architectural tours of the American Southwest. Located within the most coveted enclave of the Catalina Foothills -- the storied "Old Foothills" -- this offering represents a rare convergence of architectural significance, land preservation, and enduring desert beauty.