the towns motto of new home of cowboys and caviar, where the Old West meets the new home, really sums up the town of Carefree. With every turn, one can spot amazing properties placed in a one of kind saguaro studded background. This spectacular landscape is then combined with the down new home feeling that is felt whenever one is doing business in Carefree.
Residents in Carefree enjoy the combination of rural relaxation and urban sophistication. It is a cozy town covering just over 8 square miles with street names to match the towns attitude. Names such as Easy Street, Tranquil Trail, and Ho and Hum Roads, these roads meander through the community. For those who want to see the city lights, yet not experience the stress that accompanies city living, will find that town of Carefree is the perfect match.
Carefrees natural environment is unique. There are areas in which massive piles of granite boulders and sharp mountain tops are randomly placed in such a way that on lookers marvel at natures work. This uncommon setting makes a great backdrop for distinctive contemporary new homes and estate properties. Resort/spa style living is complimented by gorgeous golf courses in and around the surrounding area of Carefree.
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golf courses are reminders of how the town first began in the 1950s. The community was an idea developed by Tom Darlington and K.T. Palmer, who wanted to develop a planned community within the spectacular boulder formations, mountain views, and Sonoran Desert beauty.
Carefree was one of the earliest planned communities in Arizona. However, it wasnt until 1984, before the town of Carefree was incorporated. The town has worked hard to make sure that residential areas and commercial developments do not overpower the desert and showcase its untouched beauty.
Although Carefree is on the outer fringes of the Valley of the Sun, all the amenities are located in or near town. Schools, shopping, and a library can found in Carefree. The El Pedregal Festival Marketplace at the Boulders offers visitors items from all around the world, specializing in African, Mediterranean, and Southwestern objects and architecture. Many other exceptional shops, fine restaurants, and boutiques are located throughout the Carefree area, making it a terrific place to live and shop.
the Carefree Sundial is well known point of interest in town. It is a huge sundial in the middle of the business section downtown. The dial is one of the largest sundials in the western world. It has two functions. The first is oblivious to keep time and the other function is to help the heating of water used in the Darlington-Palmer Building. This structure is a special symbol of the town.
the town has several outstanding recreational outlets located close by. Bartlett Lake is in close proximity and offers boating and fishing. The Verde River gives visitors an opportunity to cool off during the summer. This Sonoran Desert town has become a haven for hikers, bikers, and tennis players.
golf courses are woven into the desert landscape. One of a kind golf courses are hidden within the rock outcroppings and the towering Black Mountain. These courses have been noted as some of the most picturesque golf course in the entire state. Outdoor fun is a part of life in Carefree.
Carefree is in Central Arizona . It is in Maricopa County Maricopa County. The Tonto National Forest borders the town to the north and east. It is a unique town with tall saguaro cactus, mountains circling the area and large piles of boulders placed formations, that will make visitors marvel at nature's work. It is 30 miles northeast of downtown Phoenix in the North Valley. Arizona/Carefree/Carefree covers 25.5 square miles. Carefree is a desert community hosting spectacular views, native plants and wildlife. It began as a mining camp and has grown to a popular place for tourists, artists and celebrities alike to visit and live. Visitors will get a taste of the Old West by roaming the rustic shops and sampling the cowboy restaurants lining the main street. Today Carefree has a population of 3,255. The town sits at an elevation of 2,500 feet. The climate is on the average eight degrees cooler than the
Valley of Phoenix. The summer high Temperature is 100 degrees and the winter low Temperature is 40 degrees. Carefree has a way of blending its old west history, along with its small town charm, in such a way that you will want to make a return visit. There are several attractions in Carefree. The Carefree Museum is a great stop to learn about Arizona 's history. There is an Indian wing and a Pioneer wing that hold many artifacts highlighting these two important influences in Arizona 's history. The Carefree Mistress Mine is a fun place to go for both the young and old alike. Here you will learn about the minerals that so many miners were in search of to strike it rich. You can even try your hand at panning for gold.
One great outdoor activity is the Carefree Recreational Area. Outdoor enthusiasts will be able to choose from hiking, camping and picnicking. It is just a short mile and a half drive from town. Events: Annual Fiesta Days April Annual Fireworks Extravaganza July Oktober West Fest October
History Gold was discovered in 1848 and the rush was on to get to California. A wagon road was established in 1865 through this section to help those traveling to the west. The road passed this way because of the natural water supply in the area. The army also used it to travel between Fort McDowell and Fort Whipple.
In 1874, William Rowe located gold on Gold Hill northeast of Carefree. The Carefree Mistress Mine came into being and the town became more popular.
then in 1877, Jeriah Wood chose Carefree to establish a cattle ranch. Wood's new home along the wagon road became known as the Carefree Station. He also opened a post office and called it Overton. Later on, the first stamp mill opened nearby at the Golden Star Mine.
By the 1880's, Andrew Jackson Hoskin took over Carefree Station. Hoskin cleared the land and began growing crops. He used the plentiful water supply to irrigate his crops. Others decided to come and try their hand at both mining and ranching. In 1886, the town needed a one-room schoolhouse. It was also during this time, that the Phoenix Mine became a big mine and included the largest 100-stamp mill in Arizona . However, this was short lived and the mine eventually closed.
James D. Houck showed up in 1900 to become a successful sheep-shearing rancher. He bought Carefree Station and built a store. There was regular stage service to Phoenix. Things began to change. In 1908, the Tonto National Forest was established and new home water regulations were set in place. These regulations made it difficult for ranchers and their livestock. Soon ranchers began to leave and eventually the school closed.
It wasn't until 1928, when the land south of Black Mountain near Carefree opened for new homesteading that the area received an influx of people. The school reopened in 1930. Then in 1935 when the construction of Bartlett Dam began, the town experienced another growth spurt and again in 1940, with the building of the Horseshoe Dam.
In 1943, Andrew Dahlstream bought Carefree Station. He used it as his winter new home. Many others also decided to live in the area. In 1952, Scottsdale Road was extended to Carefree Road and more people chose Carefree as their new home. In 1986 Carefree was incorporated. Today, visitors will see wonderful desert views; discover the town's rich history and experience the relaxed atmosphere Carefree has to offer.
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