Prescott Homes for Sale and the Granite Dells of Prescott Arizona
Prescott homes for sale located near the Prescott Arizona Granite Dells can be found on the north side of town.
Situated on the northern edge of Prescott Arizona, the Granite Dells area is comprised of huge rock formations which are composed in fascinating and are mysteriously and precariously balanced into compositions the way mother nature intended. It’s quite amazing to witness the views of the Granite Dells, as reflections of the boulders are mirrored in the water of Watson Lake.
Prescott homes for sale in the Granite Dells region of Prescott Arizona are currently on the real estate market, and at this time, the area is being developed for spectacular custom homes.
One of the wonderful aspects of the Dells is that they are completely accessible to locals and visitors alike. If you are interested in spending a day of boating, fishing or picnicking, then you need only drive a few minutes from anywhere in the Prescott city limits to explore, enjoy and encounter this magical terrain which reveals ruins and artifacts which tell of the Native Americans that lived in this place.
Prescott homes for sale rock climbing aficionados have access to some of the most breath taking views of the entire Prescott area, and can see well into the Sedona and Flagstaff areas from the vantage points that climbing and hiking the Dells offer.
There’s Gold in Them There Prescott Arizona Hills
According to historical lore, back in the 1880’s a party of gold prospectors who were returning from a successful gold expedition with their spoils of canvas bags filled with gold dust and nuggets were passing through the Granite Dells. That night, they were attacked by the local Indian tribe and did their best to hide the gold. All of the prospectors were killed with the exception of one.
While he returned many times with a search party to attempt to find the hidden loot, it was not found. Although it’s believed that the Indians found the gold and moved it to another location in the Dells, many folks believe that the gold is still in those hills just waiting to be discovered.
Now maybe you might not find the hidden gold in the Granite Dells, however the Prescott homes for sale located there are surely a treasure and a hidden find all of their own.
Happy Home Hunting!