Ask almost anyone shopping for a resort-style home in the East Valley about Encanterra, and the conversation usually starts with the golf course. It rarely ends there. Between two clubhouses, four restaurants, and a calendar packed with classes, concerts, and clubs, Encanterra has built a reputation as one of Queen Creek’s most complete lifestyle communities.
Encanterra sits on Combs and Gantzel roads in Queen Creek, within Pinal County, with views stretching toward the San Tan and Superstition Mountains. The community includes both an all-ages Country Club section built around the golf course and a Trilogy by Shea Homes neighborhood restricted to residents 55 and older, all sharing access to a shared set of resort-caliber amenities.
The Golf Course and Country Club
At the center of Encanterra is a par-72 championship golf course designed by PGA Tour veteran Tom Lehman, known for dramatic elevation changes, well-placed bunkers, and water features that wind through the Sonoran Desert landscape. Five sets of tees make the course accessible to golfers of varying skill levels, and the community also offers a full practice facility, professional instruction, and a pro shop.
Golf access and full country club privileges are not automatically included with a home purchase. HOA dues cover general community upkeep and shared common areas, while playing the course and accessing the country club’s dining and social programming requires a separate country club membership, with its own initiation fee and monthly dues. Buyers who plan to golf regularly should budget for membership as a cost distinct from their HOA payment.
Ask directly about current initiation fees and monthly dues for country club membership before you fall in love with a specific home, since these costs sit on top of the purchase price and HOA dues and can meaningfully affect your total monthly budget.
Amenities Beyond the Golf Course
Encanterra’s amenities extend well past the fairways. La Casa, the community’s roughly 60,000 square foot Mediterranean-style clubhouse, serves as a social hub with swimming pools, tennis and fitness facilities, a spa, and multiple dining options. The Algarve, an additional 8,000 square foot clubhouse, adds a resort pool with poolside dining, a demonstration kitchen, an artisan studio, and eight pickleball courts. Between the two clubhouses, residents have access to four pools, including an adults-only pool, along with bocce ball, tennis, and a full calendar of concerts, classes, and social clubs.
- Two clubhouses, La Casa and The Algarve, with a combined footprint of roughly 70,000 square feet
- Four community pools, including an adults-only pool at The Algarve
- Four restaurants, including the signature La Palma and poolside grills
- Pickleball, tennis, and bocce ball courts across both clubhouses
- Fitness center and spa with a full class and wellness schedule
- Regular concerts, classes, and social clubs for residents of all interests
What distinguishes Encanterra from many golf communities is the range of daily life it supports without ever leaving the gates. Residents describe mornings on the course, afternoons at the pool, and evenings at a clubhouse restaurant or a concert, all within walking or golf cart distance of home.
Homes and Pricing
Recent listings in Encanterra have ranged from roughly $415,000 for smaller floor plans up to $900,000 or more for larger homes on premium golf course or lake-view lots, with many homes trading in the $500,000 to $700,000 range. Floor plans in the 55 and older Trilogy section generally run smaller, from about 1,342 to 2,728 square feet, while homes in the all-ages Country Club section vary more widely in size and price depending on lot and location.
| Detail | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Recent home pricing | ~$415,000 to $900,000+ |
| Trilogy (55+) home size | ~1,342 to 2,728 square feet |
| HOA dues | ~$1,478 to $1,918 per quarter (~$490 to $640/month) |
| Golf and club access | Separate country club membership required |
HOA dues generally cover items such as street maintenance and common area landscaping, and in some sections sewer service, though the exact coverage and amount vary by section within the community. Encanterra is served by the J.O. Combs Unified School District, with Ellsworth Elementary School, J.O. Combs Middle School, and Combs High School as the assigned schools for the all-ages portion of the community.
Golfers who want course access without leaving their neighborhood
Buyers who want a packed social calendar and resort-style amenities
Both active adults seeking a 55+ section and families wanting an all-ages golf community
Part-time or seasonal residents who want a lock-and-leave lifestyle with amenities included
Current country club initiation fees and monthly dues, separate from the HOA
Whether a specific home sits in the 55+ Trilogy section or the all-ages Country Club section
Which clubhouse and amenities are closest to a specific home
The exact HOA fee and coverage for the section you are considering
Encanterra offers a level of daily amenity access that few East Valley communities can match, and for the right buyer, that lifestyle is exactly the draw. If you are curious what is currently available, or want help understanding the difference between the community’s sections and membership options, I would be glad to walk you through it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Encanterra Country Club located?
Encanterra sits in Queen Creek, Arizona, in Pinal County near Combs and Gantzel roads, in the 85140 and 85142 zip codes. The gated community offers views of the San Tan and Superstition Mountains and is close to Queen Creek’s shopping, dining, and Banner Ironwood Medical Center.
Is Encanterra a 55 and older community or open to all ages?
Encanterra includes both. The Country Club side of the community, centered on the golf course, welcomes residents of all ages, while a Trilogy by Shea Homes neighborhood within the same master plan is age-restricted to residents 55 and older. Both sections share access to the community’s resort-style amenities, though the specific clubhouse and program mix can differ by section.
Do I have to join the golf club to live in Encanterra?
No. HOA dues cover the community’s general upkeep and shared common areas, but access to the golf course and full country club privileges requires a separate country club membership with its own initiation fee and monthly dues. Buyers who want to play the course regularly should budget for club membership as a cost distinct from the HOA.
How much do homes cost in Encanterra?
Recent listings have ranged from roughly 415,000 dollars for smaller floor plans up to 900,000 dollars or more for larger homes on premium golf course or lake lots, with many homes trading in the 500,000 to 700,000 dollar range. Pricing depends heavily on home size, lot location, and whether the home backs the golf course or a water feature.
What are the HOA dues at Encanterra?
Recent listings show HOA dues generally in the range of about 1,478 to 1,918 dollars per quarter, which works out to roughly 490 to 640 dollars a month, varying by section and home type. Dues typically cover items such as street maintenance, common area landscaping, and in some sections sewer service, and are separate from any golf or country club membership fees.
What school district serves Encanterra?
Encanterra is served by the J.O. Combs Unified School District, with Ellsworth Elementary School, J.O. Combs Middle School, and Combs High School as the assigned schools for the all-ages section of the community. Families should confirm the assigned school for a specific address, since boundaries can vary within larger master-planned areas.
Curious what life at Encanterra is really like, or what is currently available in the community? I would love to help you explore your options.