Desert Area Dining

Posted on July 13, 2011 by Palm Desert Vacation Rentals

Desert Cities Dining Guide

Cathedral City
	Cello’s Bistro 35943 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City 92234

	Picanha Churrascaria 65-510 Highway 111, Cathedral City 92234

	Trilussa Ristorante 68-718 Highway 111, Cathedral City 92234

Desert Hot Springs
	Casino Restaurant 67425 Two Bunch Palms Trail, Desert Hot Springs 92240

	San Jacinto Restaurant 8484 Clubhouse Blvd, Desert Hot Springs 92240

	The Casino Restaurant at Two Bunch Palms 67425 Two Bunch Palms Trail, Desert Hot Springs 92240

Indian Wells
	CAVA Restaurant 444000 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells 92201

	Grove Artisan Kitchen 45-000 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells 92210

	IW Club Restaurant & Bar 44-500 Indian Wells Ln, Indian Wells 92210

	Lantana 44-600 Indian Wells Ln, Indian Wells 92210

	SIROCCO 44-400 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells 92210

	The Nest Restaurant & Piano Bar 75-188 HWY 111, Indian Wells 92210

	Vicky’s of Santa Fe Highway 111 & Club Drive, Indian Wells 92210

Indio
	Jackalope Ranch 80-400 Highway 111, Indio 92201

La Quinta
	Arnold Palmer’s Restaurant 78-164 Avenue 52, La Quinta 92253

	Cliffhouse Grill & Bar 78-250 Highway 111, La Quinta 92253

	Crab Pot – La Quinta 78-121 Avenida LaFonda, La Quinta 92253

	Ernie’s Bar & Grill PGA WEST Tournament Clubhouse 56150 PGA Boulevard, La Quinta 92253

	Hog’s Breath Inn 78-065 Main Street, La Quinta 92253

	Lavender Bistro 78-073 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta 92253

	Legacy Thai 46520 Washington Street, Suite #3, La Quinta 92253

	LG’s Prime Steakhouse La Quinta 78-525 Highway 111, La Quinta 92253

	Okura Robata Grill & Sushi Bar – La Quinta 78-370 Hwy 111 Suite 150, La Quinta 92253

Palm Desert
	Augusta Restaurant 73-951 El Paseo, Palm Desert 92260

	Bellatrix Restaurant 75-200 Classic Blvd, Palm Desert 92211

	Blue Orchid Thai Bistro 73-030 El Paseo, Suite 102, Palm Desert 92260

	Cafe des Beaux-Arts 73-640 El Paseo, Palm Desert 92260

	Chop House Palm Desert 74-040 Highway 111, Palm Desert 92260

	Cuistot Restaurant 72595 El Paseo, Palm Desert 92260

	Le Donne Cucina Italiana 72624 El Paseo, Palm Desert 92260

	Mikado Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar 74855 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert 92260

	Morton’s The Steakhouse 74-880 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert 92260

	Pacifica Seafood Restaurant 73-505 El Paseo, Palm Desert 92260

	Pizzeria Villagio 37-029 Cook Street, Palm Desert 92211

	Rockwood Grill 74-855 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert 92260

	Ruth’s Chris Steak House 74740 Highway 111, Palm Desert 92260

	Sullivan’s Steakhouse 73-505 El Paseo, Palm Desert 92260

	THE VENUE SUSHI BAR & SAKE LOUNGE 73111 EL PASEO STE:103, PALM DESERT 92260

	Tommy Bahamas Restaurant & Bar 73-595 El Paseo, Suite 2200, Palm Desert 92260

Palm Springs
	Café – HooDoo Patio Restaurant & Lounge 285 N Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92262

	Chop House Palm Springs 262 South Palm Canyon, Palm Springs 92262

	Circa 59 1600 North Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92262

	CITRON 415 S Belardo Road, Palm Springs 92262

	Copley’s on Palm Canyon 621 North Palm Canyon, Palm Springs 92262

	Encore Supper Club 340 N Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92262

	Escena Lounge & Grill 1100 Clubhouse View, Palm Springs 92262

	Europa Restaurant 1620 S Indian Trail, Palm Springs 92264

	Giuseppes Pizza & Pasta 1775 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92264

	IC North Course Restaurant 1100 E. Murray Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92264

	Jake’s 664 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92262

	Johannes Restaurant 196 South Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92262

	Johnny Costa’s Ristorante 440 South Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92262

	Kaiser Grille 205 South Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92262

	King’s Highway 701 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92264

	Las Casuelas Terraza 222 South Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92262

	LG’s Prime Steakhouse Palm Springs 255 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92262

	LuLu California Bistro 200 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92264

	Matchbox Vintage Pizza Bistro 155 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92262

	Melvyn’s Restaurant 200 W. Ramon Road, Palm Springs 92264

	Miro’s Restaurant 1555 South Palm Canyon, Palm Springs 92264

	Norma’s at Night 4200 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92264

	Peaks The Restaurant One Tramway, Palm Springs 92262

	RICCIO’S Steak & Seafood 495 N. PALM CANYON DR., PALM SPRINGS 92262

	Rio Azul Mexican Bar & Grill 350 S. Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92262

	Rock Garden Bar & Grill 777 South Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92264

	Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92262

	Spencer’s Restaurant 701 W Baristo Road, Palm Springs 92262

	Star View 125 E. Tahquitz Canyon, Palm Springs 92262

	The Falls Prime Steakhouse & Martini Bar 155 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92262

	The Tropicale Restaurant & Lounge 330 E. Amado Rd., Palm Springs 92262

	TINTO 1800 E Palm Canyon, Palm Springs 92264

	Trio Restaurant & Bar 707 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92262

	Twin Palms Bistro & Lounge 1201 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92264

	Zin American Bistro 198 South Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92262

	Zini Cafe Mediterrano 140 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 92262

Rancho Mirage
	Acqua Pazza 71-800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage 92270

	Babe’s Bar-B-Que & Brewhouse 71-800 HWY 111 At The River, Rancho Mirage 92270

	Bella Vista Restaurant 71333 Dinah Shore Drive, Rancho Mirage 92270

	bluEmber 41-000 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage 92270

	Catalan Restaurant 70026 HWY 111, Rancho Mirage 92270

	Crab Pot – Rancho Mirage 70-030 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage 92270

	Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse 71-800 Highway 111 Suite C101, Rancho Mirage 92270

	Las Casuelas Nuevas 70050 Hwy 111, Rancho Mirage 92270

	Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion 71959 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage 92270

	Shame on the Moon 69950 Frank Sinatra Drive, Rancho Mirage 92270

Coachella Valley Spas

Posted on June 9, 2011 by Palm Desert Vacation Rentals

The Spa Experience

Courtesy of Desert Best:

Edited by Palm Desert Vacation Rentals

Spa La Quinta: Located at the legendary La Quinta Resort, Spa La Quinta has one of most beautiful outdoor garden areas for relaxation after an amazing treatment. Fantastic signature treatments include the Orange Blossom Special Body Facial and The Desert Match Tennis Massage.

La Quinta Resort and Spa
49-499 Eisenhower Drive
La Quinta, CA 92253
Phone: 800-598-3828

The Spa at Big Horn Golf Club: This legendary destination features some of the finest homes and golf – not only in the desert, but in the world. Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus and Annika Sorenstam have all played here. Big Horn is the home of the Skins Game, and the LPGA Samsung World Championship. And now you have the chance to experience its spa. Get ready for the “Dream Journey”, a signature three hour treatment which includes Australian Aboriginal massage techniques. And of course, there’s the “Golfer’s Massage” which uses a unique combination of traditional, deep tissue and sports massage to target those hard to reach, golf-specific muscles. A world class experience all around.

Big Horn Golf Club
255 Palowet Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Phone: 760-341-4653

The Well at Miramonte Resort and Spa: This charming spa is located within this exclusive, smaller resort in Indian Wells. Two signature treatments found nowhere else in the valley and are not to be missed are the Mediterranean Massage using essential oils of basil, orange and lemon, and the Lemon Vitale body scrub.

Miramonte Resort and Spa
45-000 Indian Wells Lane
Indian Wells, CA 92210
Phone: 760-341-2200

Spa Esmeralda: Located in the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort in Indian Wells, Spa Esmeralda has many wonderful treatments, but we like them most for their pregnancy treatments including the Mellow Mama massage and the Yummy Tummy treatment, offered in second and third trimester. We also like that they have a massage for insomniacs called the ZBliss Massage.

Renaissance Esmeralda Resort and Spa
44-400 Indian Wells Lane
Indian Wells, CA 92210
Phone: 760-773-4444

Agua Serena Spa: Located in the Hyatt Grand Champions Resort, we like Agua Serena for its use of indigenous ingredients from the Coachella Valley in its Desert Sage and Date Sugar Scrub. We’re curious about the Mint Julep Scrub and the Athlete’s Massage.

Hyatt Grand Champions Resort, Villas and Spa
44-600 Indian Wells Lane
Indian Wells, CA 92210
Phone: 760-341-1000

Spa Desert Springs at Marriott: Enjoy the signature Desert Journey Scrub treatment “inspired by fragrant scents of the desert in bloom” or one of their Ayurvedic treatments which are based on the ancient Hindu art of medicine and prolonging life.

Desert Springs, A JW Marriott Resort and Spa
74855 Country Club Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Phone: 760-341-2211

Spa at Spa Resort Casino: Located in heart of Palm Springs, the Spa at Spa Resort Casino offers its signature “Taking of the Waters” experience, which includes a soak in the area’s famous mineral waters. But we’re also interested in the “Cookie Dough Indulgence” body scrub and massage or the “You Gotta Try This”, which is a “full body Swedish-based massage with the added benefit of self heating marine mud.”

Spa Resort Casino
401 East Amado Road
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: 888-999-1999

Sunstone: The Spa at Agua Caliente: Just opened in April 2008, along with the new Agua Caliente Resort, Sunstone is a gorgeous spa offering top massage, body and facial treatments. The “Deep Blue Desert” massage piques our interest for its combination of arnica, violet and white ginger, to relax and relieve soreness and tiredness. And the jade facial which uses imperial jade rollers on the skin to bring out the utmost in the healing ingredients used, sounds heavenly. The men’s menu is very impressive. And the private label custom scents are to die for!

Agua Caliente Casino, Resort & Spa
32-250 Bob Hope Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Phone: 888-999-1995

The Spa at Two Bunch Palms: This is a world renowned spa located at the Two Bunch Palms Resort in Desert Hot Springs. It’s known for its many diverse treatments. The mineral water from underground springs is superb. The mud baths are not to be missed. But we think the most unique treatment is the “Wassertanzen” or water dancing, a form of aquatic bodywork where your body is stretched and massaged while floating in an outdoor Watsu pool.

Two Bunch Palms Resort and Spa
67425 Two Bunch Palms Trail
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
Phone: 760-329-8791

The Day Spa at the Spring: Located at The Spring Resort and Spa in Desert Hot Springs, its mineral waters speak for themselves. But we like it for “Cranial Dreamwork”, a massage which opens the spine, and facilitates relaxation in the muscles and bones of the face, neck and shoulders. All good for those with migraines, eyestrain from those darn computer terminals, and TMJ. (Note that it isn’t offered everyday.) And we like The Spring Buff, which is a skin buff using specially imported mitts, followed by a massage, and a luxurious hairwash. And you get to keep the mitts!!!!

The Spring Resort and Spa
12699 Reposo Way
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
Phone: 760-251-6701

The Palm Springs Yacht Club: Located at the famous Parker in Palm Springs, you’ll find a deep tissue rubdown called “The Wringer”, or the gentler Thai inspired stretches called “Voodoo We Do”. The “Sugar Daddy” scrubs you down with sugar and exfoliating oil. Seal the deal with “Poseidan’s Confidant”, a facial where collagen is mixed with orange blossom and licorice. Let your skin drink it in.

The Parker Palm Springs
4200 East Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA 92264
Phone: 760-770-5000

Estrella Spa: Located at the Viceroy Hotel in Palm Springs, Estrella Spa features exclusive treatments like the “Lava Shell Massage” which features smooth shells from the Oceans of the Pacific, or the “Bamboo Ritual Treatment” which releases the vital flow of energy in the body, based on the principles of caring for the body, developed and perfected in Japan.

Viceroy Palm Springs
415 South Belardo Road
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: 760-320-4117

El Morocco Spa: Located at the exclusive, boutique El Morocco Resort and Spa in Desert Hot Springs, we hear nothing but serious kudos for everything at the spa. “Sultans’ Silk and Satin Massage” has people talking because it’s oil free. You are actually massaged through layers of silk and satin. Where do we sign up? But apparently, “The Moroccan Mystic Ritual” is the be all-end all, simply described as a total body facial and massage.

El Morocco Inn and Spa
66810 Fourth Street
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
Phone: 760-288-2527

SpaTerre: This spa is located at Palm Springs’ Riviera Resort and Spa. Enjoy their Balinese massage, based on the traditions of Bali using a combination of acupressure, rolling rhythms and rhythmic strokes or enjoy their Private Steam-Zen Room by yourself, with your partner, or with friends. Sweeten the deal by adding chocolate covered strawberries, champagne, or any other cocktail you’d like. SpaTerre also has specially designed spa services for children of all ages.

SpaTerre at The Riviera Resort and Spa
1600 N. Indian Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA
760-327-8311

Celebrity Homes

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Palm Desert Vacation Rentals

The Road to Fame and Fortune

Stars and “starchitects” made Palm Springs the grandest of A-list party pads. Follow us for an eye-popping tour of some iconic celebrity houses

BY GREG ARCHER

Fascination with celebrity never dies. The desire to connect to Hollywood — the excitement, the razzle-dazzle — remains as strong today as it was in the ’50s. And Palm Springs will always be part of that Tinseltown allure. Locals and visitors still marvel at many celebrities’ houses, some for their architectural prowess, others for their curious history. That’s why we hit the road to learn more about them. Think of this as a do-it-yourself celebrity home tour. The houses we visited are easily accessible and beyond architectural mystique. The road trip steers you into some of the most divine neighborhoods in the Coachella Valley, each revealing a fabulous slice of history and many offering some of the most unforgettable views to boot. Buckle up!

The Kaufmann House

470 Vista Chino, Palm Springs

The Lowdown: A star in its own right, this architectural darling is one of the most famous houses in the desert, if not one of the most lauded in the United States. Built in 1946 and designed by master architect Richard Neutra, its handsome, abstract modern design drew attention when Pittsburgh department store titan Edgar J. Kaufmann used it as a vacation hot spot. But it was Grammy winner Barry Manilow who kept the house’s celebrity soaring when he purchased it as his first Palm Springs residence in the early ’70s. Resting on more than 2.5 acres, the house certainly has character: five bedrooms, six bathrooms, a pool, pool house (actually a “viewing pavilion” for the main structure), tennis court, and plenty of architectural eye candy. Architecture lovers Brent and Beth Harris restored the house in the mid-’90s, returning some of its original luster, including a sheet-metal portico. The house’s dollar value in millions when Christie’s auctioned it as a work of art in 2007.

Frank Sinatra

70588 Frank Sinatra Drive, Rancho Mirage

The Lowdown: Big, bold, and lavish. With eight buildings on the property, which sits at the base of Tamarisk Country Club, we expected nothing less. The main house, where Sinatra lived between 1954 and 1995, is said to be nearly 8,000 square feet. Guest quarters chime in at 4,500 square feet. Trains big and small — a fascination of Sinatra’s — appear in and outside of the main house. An orange railway car at the side of the main house — a rectangular Mecca inside — includes a waiting room, barber salon, and sauna. The number of celebrity portraits commissioned by Sinatra that still hang on the walls. Among them: Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Ronald Reagan, Eva Gabor, Jayne Mansfield, Bob and Dolores Hope, and two of Marilyn Monroe.

Marilyn Monroe

1326 Rose Ave., Palm Springs

The Lowdown: This ’50s bungalow-style house is classic old Hollywood and kept the way Marilyn would have had it when she resided there in 1960 and 1961 — abundantly adorned with wildflowers, evergreens, and palms. From its sharp, black-and-white canopies on the patio to the creative layout of the front stairways, wonderfully accented with Spanish tiles, this is the most beautiful house on the block and one of the most famous in the Las Palmas area.

Liberace

226 Alejo Road/501 Belardo Road, Palm Springs

The Lowdown: Dubbed The Cloisters when it was a boutique hotel in the ’60s, this Spanish-Mexican-colonial-style masterpiece deceives the eye. From the front, it appears smaller than it is. It has also lost some of the dazzle that the famed pianist gave it while living here beginning in 1967. (Purchase price: $200,000, plus $130,000 in renovations.) Its five bedrooms had already been converted to guest suites when Liberace arrived, but the flamboyant Grammy winner turned them into theme rooms. The Valentino Room featured a sleigh bed, and there was a Persian tent room off to the side of the pool. Other marvels: a master bedroom so large one tour guide noted that you could fit a small house within it. Beyond that, the house has many crystal chandeliers, numerous antiques, and a small chapel (Liberace was said to have prayed daily in a shrine dedicated to St. Anthony) to fan away any residual boredom. Liberace reportedly died here in February 1987. The eccentric singer was said to have taken to living in the garage at one point.

Ann Miller

457 Hermosa Place, Palm Springs

The Lowdown: When you think of a “Hollywood” home, this is what you envision — bold, much like Miller’s personality. The extravagant stomping grounds of the acclaimed actress (Kiss Me Kate, Easter Parade, Broadway’s Sugar Babies) sit on one of the biggest lots in the Las Palmas neighborhood. Hard to miss, the salmon-toned, two-story gem with Spanish ceramic roof was built in 1928. Perks include a swimming pool and plenty of green lawn. At the moment, patriotism also factors in — an American flag flies proudly above the house every day. KTLA personality Toni Holt owns the historic estate with her husband, Robert Kramer. This is rumored to be the place where, during a festive cocktail party, Frank Sinatra slugged a bartender for not correctly making him an extra dry martini.

Dean Martin

1123 Via Monte Vista, Palm Springs

The Lowdown: Martin was said to be one of the last to have purchased a midcentury modern jewel from the father-and-son architecture pioneers George and Robert Alexander, who died with other family members in a plane crash in 1965. Martin purchased the house for $56,000 and luxuriated there with his second wife, Jeanne, in the ’60s and ’70s. (She is still sighted here on occasion.) The tan-and-white motif, coupled with several lush palms and boulders, add to the stellar and memorable modern design. Number of Martin’s grandchildren who were often seen at their lemonade stand, offering refreshments to onlookers fascinated with the home’s celebrity history.

Loretta Young

1075 Manzanita Ave., Palm Springs

The Lowdown: The star of classic films The Bishop’s Wife, Call of the Wild, The Farmer’s Daughter, Come to the Stable, and TV’s The Loretta Young Show, Young moved into this pristine dwelling in 1993. Standouts here included a stunning, circular, white living room; 14-foot ceilings; and a suspended fireplace. Young died in 2000, and the property sold in 2001 for more than $630,000, easily double what she had paid for it. Note the beautifully trimmed hedges, which Young is said to have attended to personally with a pair of scissors. At Christmastime, Young purportedly filled the house with angel figurines and heavily decorated the exterior of the property with them as well.

Barbara Steisand and James Brolin

555 Patencio Road, Palm Springs

The Lowdown: Oscar- and Tony-winner Streisand and Brolin must enjoy plenty of marital conversation in this striking mid-century modern standout, perched on its own mini-mountain. The famous couple also enjoys breathtaking valley vistas from the main house, situated behind a much larger-appearing guest mansion. A long, gated driveway is every bit of 20 degrees and decorated with tall palms on each side. The guest mansion’s patio sports a classic Hollywood canopy. Meanwhile, the main quarters have plenty of windows for the views.

This article appears in the September 2010 issue of Palm Springs Life

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Cary Grant’s Former Home in Palm Springs

by hookedonhouses on May 12, 2011

Okay, so I have what could be called a small obsession with Cary Grant. He’s one of my all-time favorite movie stars, and when I’m having a bad day, there’s nothing like watching one of his comedies to cheer me up. So when I saw that his former home in Palm Springs, California, was on the market, I had to check it out!

It’s a 1927 Spanish house that sits on 1.54 acres and was Grant’s Hollywood hideaway for 20 years.

The Great Room features a 40-ft vaulted ceiling:

The Guest Wing was designed by Wallace Neff, who was also responsible for Reese Witherspoon’s country house in Ojai and Amanda’s house in The Holiday, among many others.

The house doesn’t look very big, but there are 6 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, and 5 fireplaces.

Another great feature of the house are these gorgeous blue shutters:

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Bing Crosby’s Estate Thunderbird Estates Palm

Springs

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed)
Dec 7th 2010 at 1:01PM

The home is on more than an acre of land in the Thunderbird Heights community. The five-bedroom home combines an Asian theme with a dose of with Hollywood memorabilia. Legend has it that President John Kennedy met with Marilyn Monroe here back in 1962 and one two-bedroom suite in the house is named the Kennedy Suite and decorated with images of the young president and Marilyn Monroe. The Kennedy suite has a full-sized living area and a private entrance. The master suite has a fireplace and a spa. Much of the home opens to an outdoor swimming pool and spa with fireplaces and a custom-designed putting green.

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BOB HOPE HOUSE

2466 Southridge Drive, Palm Springs Ca.

The largest house in Palm Springs, at 17,531 square feet, 6 bedrooms, on over 3 acres of the most incredible piece of real estate in the entire desert, This is also the most recognizable–and most gawked at–building in Palm Springs. The only way to get a really good look is to either get a ride up with a Realtor under the pretense of seeing a house for sale in Southridge, or to hike around the home using the trail that starts at the corner of East Palm Canyon Drive and Southridge. This is a private home in a gated community so interior shots are hard to find.

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The Lucy House Palm Springs

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The William Holden Estate

2433 Southridge Dr, Palm Springs, CA

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The King of Cool

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Frank Sinatra

Twin Palms Estate Palm Springs

Sinatrahouse.com

Sinatra House was originally designed by E. Stewart Williams in 1947 for Frank Sinatra and his first wife, Nancy Barbato. The Twin Palms Estate is a spectacular example of mid-century architecture in the heart of Palm Springs. The estate boasts mid-century style luxury and historical significance with modern amenities. This Palm Springs architectural gem features period furnishings and the famous piano-shaped swimming pool.

The legendary residence was host to some of the valley’s most glamorous parties with Hollywood’s brightest stars of the day. The estate was named after the twin palm trees, located poolside; at the time they were the tallest trees in the valley.

Your To-Do List

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Palm Desert Vacation Rentals

The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies

The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies features the music and dance of the ’40s, ’50s, ’60s, and ’70s with a cast old enough to have lived it! Celebrated guest stars and international variety acts join the Follies’ world-renowned line of Long-Legged Lovelies and Follies Gentlemen, who range in age from 55 to 81.

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

Come aboard the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, World’s Largest Rotating Tramcar, you will experience a breathtaking journey up the sheer cliffs of Chino Canyon. Begin the 10 minute ride at the Valley Station – elevation 2,643 ft. and end at the Mountain Station – elevation 8,516 ft. No matter what the season, whether you are enjoying spectacular views or hiking in a pristine wilderness, a one-of-a-kind experience can be had by all.

Villagefest Palm Springs

Villagefest is consistently voted the best event in the area, attracting thousands of visitors each week. Each block offers great street entertainment in the heart of beautiful downtown Palm Springs. Browse more than 200 booths offering beautiful art, handcrafted items and unique food.

Palm Springs Museum

Established in 1938, the Palm Springs Art Museum has become the center of the desert’s art community. What began as a museum about the desert has evolved into an oasis for the arts, focusing on international Modern and Contemporary painting and sculpture.

Palm Springs Air Museum

The Palm Springs Air Museum houses one of the nation’s largest collection of World War II flying aircraft displayed in modern, well lighted, air-conditioned and clean hangars. Our Buddy Rodgers Theater shows daily documentaries about aviation in the military with an emphasis on World War II. In addition to planes and historic artifacts, the museum is host to a library of 8500 volumes primarily related to aviation and American military history.

Moorten Botanical Garden

Long established in beautiful Palm Springs, California, since 1938, this private arboretum was created to share with everyone the beauty and extraordinary varieties of desert plants from around the world. Featuring desert trees and cacti from miniatures to giants.

Palm Springs Celebrity Tours

Palm Springs’ most popular Celebrity Tour. Taking you to the homes of the Stars for more than 47 years. They continue to set the standard for entertainment, enlightenment, enjoyment, education, and enthusiasm. This 2 1/2 hour ride will take you through the “Old Movie Colony”, Las Palmas, Racquet Club Estates, as well as other secret locations they have discovered over time.

Smoke Tree Stables

Experience a few quiet hours of “getting away from it all” on over 150 miles of convenient riding trails that provide both solitude and breathtaking beauty. Located in Palm Springs near the Indian Canyons, Smoke Tree Stables offers guided rides by the hour or for the entire day!

Living Desert Zoo

The Living Desert, located in the town of Palm Desert, California, provides a one-stop opportunity to explore all the great American deserts and learn about their plants and animals, in a setting that is fun and educational for the whole family.

El Paseo Shopping District

The world famous El Paseo Shopping District of Palm Desert features over 300 world-class shops, clothing boutiques, art galleries, jewelers, restaurants and much, more…all lined along a beautifully maintained picture-postcard floral and statue-filled mile! Know as the Rodeo Drive of the Desert, Palm Desert’s El Paseo boasts a wide spectrum of stores from Sak’s 5th Avenue to individually owned boutiques.

Nott’s Soak City

The outdoor water park is ultra-spacious with great views and sunny skies, palm trees and mountains, with a capacity up to 3,000 guests. Even on busy days, this park offers plenty of space, rides and room for everyone!

College of the Desert Street Fair

The Street Fair is located on the beautiful College of the Desert campus, surrounded by date palms and mountain vistas.College of the Desert’s Street Fair is a great place to find holiday presents, birthday and anniversary gifts, and one-of-a-kind party favors.

Joshua Tree National Park

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Palm Desert Vacation Rentals

Two deserts, two large ecosystems whose characteristics are determined primarily by elevation, come together at Joshua Tree National Park. Below 3,000 feet, the Colorado Desert encompasses the eastern part of the park and features natural gardens of creosote bush, ocotillo, and cholla cactus. The higher, moister, and slightly cooler Mojave Desert is the special habitat of the Joshua tree. In addition to Joshua tree forests, the western part of the park also includes some of the most interesting geologic displays found in California’s deserts. Five fan palm oases also dot the park, indicating those few areas where water occurs naturally and wildlife abounds.

Fees & Reservations

Entrance Fees

7-Day Vehicle Permit

$15
Admits the passengers of a single, non-commercial vehicle.
Valid for the day of purchase and the next six days.

7-Day Single Entry Permit

$5
Admits one person, 16 years of age or older, when entering on foot, bicycle, motorcycle, or horse.
Also the per person entrance fee for individuals traveling together in a vehicle as a non-commercial, organized group.
Valid for the day of purchase and the next six days.

Joshua Tree National Park Pass

$30 annual pass
Available at park entrance stations and visitor centers.
Admits the pass signee and accompanying passengers entering in a single, non-commercial vehicle.
Valid for 12 months from the month of purchase.
Non-transferable

National Parks and Public Lands Pass Series

Annual Pass, including the new Free Annual Pass for Military
Senior Pass
Access Pass
Volunteer Pass

Each pass covers entrance fees at national parks and national wildlife refuges as well as standard amenity fees at national forests and grasslands, and at lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Reclamation.

Activity Fees
Camping fees vary by campground.
Keys Ranch Tour information and fee schedule here.

Hiking The Canyons

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Palm Desert Vacation Rentals

Indian Canyons
Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians
38500 South Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA 92264
Phone: 760.323.6018
Location Map

Centuries ago, ancestors of the Agua Caliente Cahuilla (pronounced Kaw-we-ah) Indians settled in the Palm Springs area and developed extensive and complex communities in Palm, Murray, Andreas, Tahquitz and Chino Canyons. Abundant water and hundreds of plants and animals found throughout the area ensured stable living conditions. Crops of melons, squash, beans and corn were grown, animals were hunted, and plants and seeds were gathered for food, medicines, basketweaving etc. Many traces of these communities exist in the canyons today, including rock art, house pits and foundations, irrigation ditches, dams, reservoirs, trails, and food processing areas.

The Agua Caliente Indians were industrious and creative with a reputation for independence, integrity and peace.

Palm Canyon
Fifteen miles long, Palm Canyon is one of the great beauty spots in Western North America. Its indigenous flora and fauna, which the Cahuilla peoples so expertly used, and its abundant Washingtonia filifera (California Fan palm trees), are breathtaking contrasts to the stark, rocky gorges and barren desert lands beyond. A moderately graded, paved foot path winds down into the canyon for picnicking near the stream, meditating, exploring, hiking or horseback riding. While in Palm Canyon, visit the Trading Post for hiking maps, refreshments, Indian art and artifacts, books, jewelry, pottery, baskets, weavings and conversational cultural lore.

Tahquitz Canyon
Tahquitz Canyon is home to a spectacular 60 foot waterfall (seasonal), rock art, ancient irrigation systems and artifacts, along with cultural and educational exhibits. Self-guided hikes or Ranger-led hikes are available. Located at the entrance to the canyon, the Tahquitz Canyon Visitor Center, at 500 W. Mesquite, just west of Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs, offers exhibits, an observation deck, and a theatre room for viewing a video that narrates the legend of Tahquitz Canyon. For more information or to reserve a ranger-led interpretive hike, call the Visitors’ Center at: (760) 416-7044. Admission to Tahquitz Canyon is: Adults $12.50, Children $6.00 (12 and under).

Indian Canyon

Murray Canyon
Murray Canyon is an easy hike south from Andreas Canyon. Foot and equestrian trails lead to beautiful recreational spots among the many palm trees. Peninsular Big Horn Sheep (an endangered species), mule deer and other wild animals still roam the high ground above the canyon and can be seen by the lucky visitor. Being less visited, Murray Canyon has its own secluded beauty; and at least one known endangered species of bird, the Least Bells Vireo, is known to nest here.

Andreas Canyon
The contrasting greens of magnificent fan palms and more than 150 species of plants within a half-mile radius beckon the desert-weary traveler to this lush oasis. A favorite scenic foot trail leads through the canyon, passing groves of stately skirted palms, unusual rock formations and the perennial Andreas Creek, where one can still see the bedrock mortars and metates used centuries ago for preparing food. This tranquil setting is excellent for photography, bird-watching or a picnic at one of the tables along the trail.

The Spa
The Agua Caliente people enjoyed a rich and varied ceremonial life, with the sacred and medically beneficial hot springs often serving as a focal point for these activities. The site of the present day Palm Springs Spa Hotel and Mineral Springs ls located on a Cahuilla Indian hot spring. There was first a rough-planked structure in this location, followed years later by a building containing private bathing cubicles. Today’s spa and hotel is noted throughout the world.

The canyons and associated resources noted above are especially sacred to the Indians today and are historically important to scientists and lovers of nature. Please enjoy the free gift of serene beauty that you may take with you. Appreciate and respect.

Photos: Cover “View of Andreas Canyon”– Rand Larson; Hawk & Murray Canyon — George Service; Palm & Andreas Canyons – F/MC

Indian Canyon

ADMISSION TO INDIAN CANYONSAdults………………………………… $8.00
Seniors (62+)……………………….. $6.00
Children (6-12)……………………… $4.00
Students & Military…………………. $6.00
Equestrian……………………………$10.00Tour Schedule
Ranger led hikes are available for an additional charge of $3 for Adults and $2 for Children. Register at Palm Canyon. Tours are Approximately 1.5 hours and are 1 mile in length.Daily 10:00 AM Palm Canyon 1:00 PM Andreas Canyon
Info: 760.323.6018

Season Passes & Group Rates available in all categoriesHOURS

October thru June
Open Daily: 8am-5pmJuly thru September
Fri, Sat & Sunday: 8am-5pm


Palm Canyon	Main Hiking Map	Andreas Canyon

Gaming/Casinos

Posted on May 3, 2011 by Palm Desert Vacation Rentals

Morongo Casino, Resort & Spa

49500 Seminole Dr.

Cabazon, CA 92230

800.252.4499

The Spa Resort Casino

401 East Amado Road

Palm Springs, CA 92262

888.999.1995

Agua Calilente Casino Hotel

32-250 Bob Hope Dr.

Rancho Mirage CA.92277

888.999.1995

Fantasy Springs Casino

84-245 Indio Springs Parkway

Indio, CA 92203-3499

800.827.2946

Spotlight 29 Casino

46-200 Harrison Place
Coachella, CA 92236
866.377.6829

Augustine Casino

84-001 Avenue 54

Coachella, CA 92236

760. 391.9500

Annual Events

Posted on May 3, 2011 by Palm Desert Vacation Rentals

MAY

5/10/12 – 5/13/12
Arthur Lyons Film Noir Festival
www.arthurlyonsfilmnoir.ning.com

5/19/12
Palm Springs Smooth Jazz Festival
www.palmspringsjazz.com

JUNE

6/1/12 – 6/10/12
Palm Springs Desert Resorts Restaurant Week
www.palmspringsrestaurantweek.com

6/19/12 – 6/25/12
Palm Springs International ShortFest
www.psfilmfest.org

JULY

7/4/12
Celebrate the 4th of July
Fireworks displays and festivities throughout the Valley

7/21/12 – 7/22/12
Lemon Lily Festival
Idyllwild
www.lemonlilyfestival.com

AUGUST

8/24/12 – 8/26/12
Jazz in the Pines
Idyllwild
www.idyllwildjazz.com

SEPTEMBER

9/20/12 – 9/23/12
Cinema Diverse – The 2012 Gay and Lesbian Film Festival
www.cinemadiverse.ning.com

OCTOBER

10/13/12
Dinner in the Canyons
www.accmuseum.org

10/19/12 – 10/21/12
American Heat – Palm Springs Motorcycle Weekend
www.road-shows.com

10/27/12
Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge – 6K
www.kleinclarksports.com

10/28/12
Annual Golf Cart Parade
www.golfcartparade.com

TBD
Howl -O- Ween Harvest Happening
www.livingdesert.org

NOVEMBER

11/1/12
The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies – Season kick-off
www.psfollies.com

11/3/12
Jacqueline Cochran Air Show
www.jacquelinecochranairshow.org

11/3/12 – 11/4/12
Palm Springs Pride Festival
www.pspride.org

11/4/12
Desert AIDS Walk
www.desertaidsproject.org

11/11/12
Palm Springs Veterans Day Parade
www.ci.palm-springs.ca.us

11/10/12 – 11/11/12
Rancho Mirage Art Affaire
www.ranchomirageartaffaire.com

11/16/12 – 11/18/12
McCormick’s Palm Springs Collector Car Auctions
www.classic-carauction.com

TBD
Desert Cities Woman’s Show
www.desertwomansshow.com

11/17/12
La Quinta Blues & Brews
www.lqaf.com

TBD
Wildlights Holiday Festival
www.livingdesert.org

11/22/12 – 11/25/12
Indio Powwow
www.fantasyspringsresort.com

DECEMBER

TBD
Wildlights Holiday Festival
www.livingdesert.org

12/1/12
Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade
www.paradesofpalmsprings.com

12/1/12 – 12/2/12
Indio International Tamale Festival
www.tamalefestival.net

12/2/12
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Top of the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
www.pstramway.com

12/2/12
Annual Dennis James Golf Classic Dinner & Tournament – Desert Lexus
www.ucpie.org

12/6/12
Walk of the Inns
www.palm-springs.org

TBD
Winter Gathering and Powwow
www.spotlight29.com

JANUARY

1/3/13 – 1/14/13
Palm Springs International Film Festival
www.psfilmfest.org

TBD
Palm Springs Kennel Club Dog Show
www.infodog.com

TBD
Humana Challenge [formerly the Bob Hope Classic]
www.humanachallenge.com

TBD
HITS Desert Circuit Horse Show (off-week 2/13/12 – 2/19/12)
www.hitsshows.com

TBD
Southwest Arts Festival (Empire Polo Club)
www.southwestartsfest.com

FEBRUARY

TBD
Desert Hot Springs Spa Tour
www.visitdeserthotsprings.com

TBD
Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards Gala
www.desertaidsproject.org

TBD
Tour de Palm Springs Bike Event
www.tourdepalmsprings.com

TBD
Modernism Week
www.modernismweek.com

2/15/13 – 2/24/13
Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival
www.datefest.org

TBD
McCormick’s Palm Springs Collector Car Auctions
www.classic-carauction.com

TBD
Desert Classic Concours d’Elegance
The Westin Mission Hills Resort & Spa
www.desertconcours.com

TBD
Festival of Native Film and Culture
www.accmuseum.org

MARCH

TBD
Festival of Native Film and Culture
www.accmuseum.org

TBD
Frank Sinatra Starkey Hearing Foundation Celebrity Invitational
www.franksinatragolf.org

TBD
Mata Ortiz Exhibition at Cabot’s Pueblo Museum
www.cabotsmuseum.org

TBD
Hike 4 Hope
Women’s Cancer Research at City of Hope
www.hike4hope.com

3/4/13 – 3/17/13
BNP Paribas Open
www.bnpparibasopen.com

TBD
Desert Smash
www.k-swissdesertsmash.com

3/7/13 – 3/10/13
La Quinta Arts Festival
www.lqaf.com

TBD
El Paseo Fashion Week in Palm Desert
www.fashionweekelpaseo.com

TBD
Food & Wine Festival Palm Desert
www.palmdesertfoodandwine.com

TBD
Club Skirts presents The Dinah Shore Weekend
www.thedinah.com

3/29/13 – 4/1/13
White Party
www.jeffreysanker.com

APRIL

4/1/13 – 4/7/13
Kraft Nabisco Championship
www.kncgolf.com

TBD
Indian Wells Arts Festival
www.indianwellsartsfestival.com

4/12-14/13
Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival (Week #1)
www.coachella.com

4/19-21/13
Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival (Week #2)
www.coachella.com

TBD
Desert EcoFest
www.desertecoevents.org

TBD
Stagecoach Country Music Festival
www.stagecoachfestival.com

Guest Recommendations

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Palm Desert Vacation Rentals

Spencer’s

Nestled at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains, Spencer’s offers a popular Palm Springs tradition of culinary excellence featuring a fresh approach to classic American, European and Pacific Rim cuisine. Locally voted Best Sunday Brunch, Best Outdoor Dining, Best Power Lunch, Best Wine List and Most Romantic in 2010, Spencer’s is Palm Springs’ “it” place for any occasion… Spencer’s Ambience is the perfect blend of stylish elegance and comfortable informality.

701 West Baristo Road
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 327-3446

Cliff House

Perched on historic Point Happy, the Cliffhouse captures the area’s heritage with the ambiance of a historic ranch house offering magnificent mountain and desert views, a flowing waterfall and a massive fireplace.Offering American Classics with an emphasis on unique preparations. The focus is premium quality seafood and steaks at great prices.

78250 California 111

La Quinta, CA 92253-2074

(760) 360-5991

Pacifica Sea Food Restaurant

Pacifica Seafood Restaurant is known for its warm hospitality and fabulous views of the surrounding mountains from our climate-controlled rooftop patio. Comfortable indoor banquet and table seating is plentiful in the dining room and at the bar. Pacifica’s International Vodka Bar is the only of its kind in the Coachella Valley and proudly serves more than 130 of the world’s finest vodkas.

73505 El Paseo
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 674-8666

Jackalope Ranch

This finely-crafted lodge on a beautifully landscaped 6.5 acre property offers authentic California Ranch cuisine and classic BBQ dining daily, as well as an indoor saloon, outdoor palapa bar and evening entertainment.

80-400 Highway 111
Indio, CA 92201
(760) 342-1999

Arnold Palmer Restaurant

It’s not often one gets a royal invitation to dine, but that’s exactly what fans of The King get every day at Arnold Palmer’s restaurant in La Quinta, California. Appropriately named “Arnold Palmer’s,” the notable dining destination serves up great food for lunch and dinner with a fantastic view of the Santa Rosa Mountains. Known for its elegant presentations of straightforward American fare (much of it selected by Mr. Palmer himself) alongside family-style comfort food and some cutting-edge cuisine.

78164 52nd Ave
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 771-4653

Grill a Burger

In the mood for a great burger? Grill – A – Burger serves up the best burgers in town! This locally owned diner-style burger joint offers 24 signature burgers and a must have homemade fries. They even offer a vegetarian selection. Make sure you bring your appetite!

73091 Country Club Dr
Palm Desert, CA 92260

760-346-8170

Discover Palm Desert

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Palm Desert Vacation Rentals

It is the sublime setting that first attracts. Towering mountains, blue skies, and a near perfect climate set the stage. Come stay with us and discover why Palm Desert is paradise.

Palm Desert Golfing Guide

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Palm Desert Vacation Rentals

Cathedral Canyon Country Club
34-567 Cathedral Canyon Drive
Cathedral City, California
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
Click Here For Course Rates and Tee Times
27 Regulation Holes
Lake/Mountain: Men- 72/117; Ladies- 72/127
Mountain/Resort: Men- 72/111; Ladies- 72/124
Resort/Lake: Men- 70/110; Ladies- 70/124
A beautiful property orginally purchased by Big Band leader Lawrence Welk, our tree-lined fairways and strategically placed bunkers and lakes, set against the backdrop of the majestic San Jacinto Mountains, creates one of the most spectacular courses in the valley. Designed by David Rainville, the Cathedral Canyon Country Club offers three nine hole courses that are played in three eighteen hole combinations. The greens are slightly sloped and considered by locals as among the best in the area. The fairways vary in width, and you can see most of the greens from off the tee boxes. Flat to moderately rolling, medium-wide nonparallel fairways. Strategically positioned bunkers and over 20 lakes.…….MORE

Cimarron Golf Resort
67-603 30th Avenue
Cathedral City, CA 92234
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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Architect: John Fought
Since the Cimarron Golf Resort opened in 2000, one honor after another has come our way. We’ve been picked as one of Golf Digest�s Best Places to Play and we�ve won acclaim in the ESPN Zagat Survey and Palm Springs Life. And we were also chosen as one of the Top 100 Women-Friendly Places to Play by Golf for Women magazine. That�s because Cimarr�n is everyone�s favorite club, not just because of its golf but also because of its rugged San Jacinto Mountain backdrops .…….MORE

Classic Club
75-200 Northstar Resort Parkway
Palm Desert, California 92211
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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18 Regulation, Men- 72/124, Ladies- 72/122
Architect: Arnold Palmer
Welcome to the Classic Club, home to the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic for 2006 and 2007! The Classic Club is a Semi-Private, high end, daily fee golf facility. Designed by Arnold Palmer Company with the input from the PGA Tour.Classic Club features over 5,000 Pine, California Pepper & Olive Trees with 11,000 cubic yards of mulch and pine straw, and 30 acres of lake and water features, including 14 stone bridges.…….MORE

Desert Dunes Golf Club
19-300 Palm Drive
Desert Hot Springs, California
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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18 Regulation, Men- 72/124, Ladies- 72/122
Architect: Robert Trent Jones Jr.
First desert course designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr. and voted one of the best public courses in Southern California. Laid out among large dunes and mature desert trees. This Desert Hot Springs course Has a unique Scottish links flavor. The par-3 fifth hole requires a long tee shot over a desert setting with a mesquite backdrop.…….MORE

Desert Falls Country Club
1111 Desert Falls Parkway
Palm Desert, California
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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Men- 72/121; Ladies- 72/124
Architect: Ronald Fream
A links-type course that is surprisingly hilly for the desert. Heavily trapped. Very large, multilevel greens. Water a major factor on seven holes. Five sets of tees. A fair and demanding course. This course has served as a Stage I PGA Tour qualifying site. In November1992, it hosted Don Drysdale’s PGA Senior Tour charity event. Bent greens.…….MORE

Desert Princess Country Club
28-555 Landau Blvd.
Cathedral City, California 92234
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
Click Here For Course Rates and Tee Times
27 Regulation
Men- 72/121; Ladies- 72/126
Architect: David Rainville
The Desert Princess Country Club, designed by David Rainville, is a 27 hole championship course with rolling fairways, large bent grass greens, 85 sandtraps, 21 lakes and four sets of tees. Each nine offers a slightly different style of golf challenge. All three nines boast impeccable bent grass greens and majestic views of the surrounding mountain ranges. On Lagos nine water comes into play on six of the nine holes. The Vista nine offers the variety of a links style golf course with rolling fairways. The Cielo nine offers members and guests a challenging and scenic nine holes, with water on eight of the nine holes .…….MORE

Desert Willow Golf Resort
Located on Desert Willow Drive off of Country Club
(between Cook Street and Portola Ave)
Palm Desert, California 92260
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
Click Here For Course Rates and Tee Times
Firecliff Course : Men- 72/132; Ladies- 72/128
Mountain View Course : Men- 72/126; Ladies- 72/128
Architect: Michael Hurzdan & Dana Frye with PGA Pro John Cook
Designed by Michael Hurdzan, Dana Frye and John Cook with large lakes, desert wasteland and bunkers throughout. The water and rock features, and large desert landscaping highlight both courses. These courses will test your skills, keep you honest and keep you coming back for more.…….MORE

Eagle Falls Golf Course
84-245 Indio Springs Parkway
Indio, CA 92203-34991
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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Architect: Clive Clark
Renowned architect Clive Clark has taken a parcel of our local desert and carved a golfer’s masterpiece with elevations and water features not usually seen on a golf course that is open for public play. The 18-hole, 6,715 yard par 72 challenge Eagle Falls Golf Course will test the low handicapper, but yet provide an enjoyable and fair test of golf for the average player .…….MORE

Escena Golf Club
1000 North Gene Autry Trail
Palm Springs, California 92264
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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Architect: Nicklaus Design
Formerly the Palm Springs Classic, the Escena Golf Club epitomizes the revitalization and repositioning of Palm Springs as a cosmopolitan desert retreat. Taking its cue from all that is the new Palm Springs, Escena Golf Club provides a complimentary “sense of place” through its own defining architecture that will be sophisticated, unique, urbane and eclectic……..MORE

Golf Club at Terra Lago – North & South
(Formerly the Landmark Golf Club)
84-000 Terra Lago Parkway
Indio, California 92203
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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36 Regulation
North Course: Men- 68.5/121, Ladies- 69.7/124
South Course: Men- 68.9/123, Ladies- 70.9/128
Architect: Lee Schimdt / Brian Curley
The Golf Club at Terra Lago (formerly the Landmark Golf Club) is a spectacular 36-hole, desert oasis of two challenging and picturesque, championship golf courses set amid hundreds of acres of natural terrain. Created for professional golf events by the vision of PGA TOUR professionals to promote the spirit and competition of the game of golf, The Golf Club at Terra Largo is situated in the foothills of the lndio Hills…….MORE

Heritage Palms Golf Club
44-291 Heritage Palms Drive South
Indio, California 92201
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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18 Regulation , Men- 72/119; Ladies- 72/107
Architect: Arthur Hills

Very golfer friendly, yet extremely challenging for all levels of golfers. Wide rolling fairways, making for good tee shots. There are four large lakes, and plenty of greenside bunkers …….MORE

Indian Canyons Golf Resort
1097 Murray Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA 92264
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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Designed by Casey O’ Callaghan
The Indian Canyon Golf Resort offers two very distinctively different golf courses and each is a reflection of its time. The South Course is an 18-hole championship course that was Redesigned by Casey O’Callaghan in 2004 along with consultant, Amy Alcott, LPGA Hall of Famer. This par 72, 6,582 yard championship course has four large lakes that come into play on six of the holes, but the most extraordinary feature are the 5 five par holes. The course also features rolling mounds and fairways and more than 850 palm trees, including some 500 Washingtonia filifera palm trees native to the .…….MORE

Indian Palms Country Club
(formerly The President’s Club)
48-630 Monroe Street
Indio, California 92201
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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27 Regulation, Men – 72/131; Ladies- 72/120
Architect: Jackie Cochran/Helen Dettweiler
Older part of the course has wide fairways and large trees. Newer part has narrower fairways and the rough quickly becomes desert. Water on 15 of the 27 holes. Elevated greens. Terrain varies from quite rolling to flat. This challenging layout is where President Dwight D. Eisenower wrote his memoirs, celebrating his birthday annually at the resort. Bermuda greens.…….MORE

Indian Springs Country Club
79-940 Westward Ho Drive
Indio, CA 92201
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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18 Championship, Men- 72 / 127; Ladies � 72 / 120
Neil Finch, PGA GM/Director of Golf
Rated the “BEST COURSE under $100” by The Desert Sun and “TOP 5 COURSES OPEN to the PUBLIC” by Desert Golf Magazine within the first year open. Indian Springs Country Club is considered the desert’s Best Value. The “Immaculate” Indian Springs Golf & Country Club is a 6,771 yard championship course with 8 lakes, streams and 3 dramatic waterfall and 360° panoramic views of the Santa Rosa and Shadow Mountain ranges …….MORE

Indian Wells Golf Resort – Celebrity
44-500 Indian Wells Lane
Indian Wells, California
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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18 Regulation, Men- 72.5/132, Ladies- 75.6/137
Architect: Clive Clark
Clive Clark’s much anticipated new Celebrity Course opened November 1, 2006 to rave reviews. In addition to spectacular mountain views, the new Par-72 Celebrity Course features undualting fairways, and flowing water in the form of streams, brooks, and split-level lakes connected by striking waterfalls, with vibrant floral detail …….MORE

Indian Wells Golf Resort – Players
44-500 Indian Wells Lane
Indian Wells, California
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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Architect: John Fought
The home of the 2008 Skins Game, the Players Course at the Indian Wells Golf Resort (opened to the public November 27, 2007) features wide playing corridors, traditional rectangular tee boxes and sculpted bunkers. Most of the holes are oriented to take full advantage of jaw-dropping views of the surrounding mountain ranges and majestic Eisenhower Mountain to the south. As a �core golf� layout, no roads or homes intrude into the golf courses, and each hole is designed to be …….MORE

La Quinta Resort – Dunes Course
50-200 Avenue Vista Bonita
La Quinta, California
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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18 Regulation, Men- 72/114; Ladies- 72/124
Architect: Pete Dye
The Dunes course has held both the California State Open and PGA Tour Qualifying School. Designed by Pete Dye, it provides a relaxing round of golf with spectacular views of the surrounding mountain and desert landscapes. Well bunkered with railroad ties and lots of water. The PGA of America rated 414 yard par-4 17th one of the country’s toughest holes. Golf Magazine rates La Quinta’s courses a silver medalist.…….MORE

La Quinta Resort – Mountain Course
50-200 Avenue Vista Bonita
La Quinta, California
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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18 Regulation, Men- 72/113; Ladies- 72/120
Architect: Pete Dye
This La Quinta Resort Mountian course combines everything the desert has to offer. Many famous tournaments have been played on this legendary and exclusive ” VIP players only ” golfer’s paradise. Noted for pot bunkers, rock formations, sand and water. Watch for the par-3 16th hole which has a green that is surrounded by desert mountain rocks …….MORE

Marriott Desert Springs
74-855 Country Club Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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36 Regulation,
Palm Course Men- 72/123; Ladies- 72/116
Valley Course Men – 72/122: Ladies- 72/110
Architect: Ted Robinson
The Marriott�s Desert Springs Valley and Palm golf courses also offer fantastic views of their surroundings in the Coachella Valley of southern California. The par-72, 6,627-yard Valley Course rewards players with striking scenes of the Santa Rosa Mountains, while the par-72, 6,761-yard Palm Golf Course offers views of the desert as well as the resort itself.…….MORE

Mesquite Country Club
2700 Mesquite Avenue
Palm Springs, California
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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18 Regulation, Men- 72/111; Ladies- 72/118
Architect: Bert Stamps
Moderately rolling with mature trees and spectacular views of the mountains. It is well bunkered, with eight small lakes and many palm trees. The course plays over and along a streambed, so it is much tougher when the water flows. Mesquite has hosted several local PGA and Golden State Tour events. Bermuda greens.…….MORE

Mission Hills – Gary Player Signature
70-705 Ramon Road
Rancho Mirage, California
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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18 Regulation, Men- 72/111; Ladies- 72/118
Architect: Gary Player
First Gary Player course in the desert. Rolling with many bunkers and lakes. Millions were spent landscaping this impressive layout. Golf Magazine voted it one of the top ten new resort courses……MORE

Mission Hills – Pete Dye Course
71-501 Dinah Shore Drive
Rancho Mirage, California
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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18 Regulation, Men- 72/117; Ladies- 72/107
Architect: Pete Dye
Pete Dye Opened in 1987, the Resort course has hosted the California State Open, Senior PGA, LPGA, and Nike Tour Qualifying Schools. Pete Dye’s trademark railroad ties and pot bunkers are evident from the first tee to the 18th green…….MORE

Mountain Vista Golf Club
38180 Del Webb Blvd
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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36 Regulation
Santa Rosa Men- 72/119; Ladies- 72/116
San Gorgonio Men- 72/123; Ladies- 72/108
Architect: Greg Nash & Billy Casper
The Mountain Vista Golf Course is a Par 72, championship golf course comprised of two 18-hole courses. Landscape features include more than 20 lakes, waterfalls, hundreds of palm trees and views of threesurrounding mountain ranges. The course was designed by architect Greg Nash and PGA Hall of Fame member Billy Casper…….MORE

Palm Desert Country Club
77-200 California Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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18 Regulation
Designed by Billy Bell Jr., Palm Desert Country Club opened in 1962. It’s one of the oldest in the valley. Newly renovation the course includes a redesign of the club’s 18-hole and nine-hole courses. The 13,000 square foot clubhouse is completely new and the golf shop will include some of today’s latest fashions. Along with the great food from it’s Executive Chef and best Martinis from the bar. The dining room now features 6 new Plasma Televisions with the latest HD technology. The newly decorated patio seats up to 40 people …….MORE

Palm Desert Resort Country Club
77-333 Country Club Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Tee Time Reservations: 1.800.727.8331
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Set against spectacular panoramic views of the Santa Rose and San Jacinto Mountains, the Palm Desert Resort Country Club is delight for any golfer. The par 72, championship golf course enjoys the splendor of mature trees and lush landscaping. The unique design features spacious fairways and newly replaced, enlarged greens.…….MORE

PGA West – Greg Norman
56-150 PGA Boulevard
La Quinta, California
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18 Regulation, Men- 72/124; Ladies- 72/116
Architect: Greg Norman
The stunning PGA West Greg Norman Course lies in a seabed 40-feet below sea level surrounded by an immense crescent of terra-cotta mountains. The course teems with purple, white and yellow wildflowers, while the mix of tall and short native grasses produce different shades of green running almost to silver. The demands of this course are a challenge for players of all levels.…….MORE

PGA West – Jack Nicklaus
56-150 PGA Boulevard
La Quinta, California
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18 Regulation, Men- 72/124; Ladies- 72/116
Architect: Jack Nicklaus
Has hosted the Grand Slam of Golf Wendy’s Tree Tour Challenge and is home to the PGA ‘s Tour Qualifying School. It features contoured fairways, undulating greens and deep sand bunkers. A tamer version of the Stadium Course. Elevated ties, forced carries over water and huge, multi-tiered greens are the Jack Nicklaus trademark. Bent greens.…….MORE

PGA West – TPC Stadium Course
56-150 PGA Blvd.
La Quinta, California
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18 Regulation, Men- 72/132; Ladies- 72/124
Architect: Pete Dye
The original home of the Skins Game, this Pete Dye designed, world famous course has been viewed by millions on TV. The ultimate challenge awaits you at this “see it to believe it ” golf course. Packed with pot bunkers, sand, water and sidehill lies. One of the course highlights is a 19-foot-deep, greenside bunker that flanks the par-5 16th hole. The TPC is considered one of the 100 greatest courses in the world. bent greens.…….MORE

Rancho Las Palmas Country Club
42-000 Bob Hope Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA 92260
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Architect: Ted Robinson
Located in the breathtaking Palm Springs desert valley setting of Rancho Mirage, Rancho Las Palmas is a semi private championship layout with tee times available to the general public. The Rancho Las Palmas Country Club is home to a Ted Robinson designed 27-hole golf course, with fairways that meander over gently rolling terrain and around six lakes at the base of snow-capped Mount San Jacinto …….MORE

Rancho Mirage Country Club
38-500 Bob Hope Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
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18 Regulation, Men- 67.7/111; Ladies- 70.6/119
Architect: Harold Heers
One of the best kept secrets in the desert, the Rancho Mirage Country Club features a rolling course, narrow fairways and small greens. There are wonderful views of the San Jacinto and Santa Rosa mountains. Water comes into play on nine holes. Higher handicappers will enjoy the forgiving fairways, while better players are challenged from the blue tees. Bermuda greens.…….MORE

Shadow Hills Golf Club
80-875 Avenue 40
Indio, CA 92203
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Architect: Lee E. Schmidt, ASGCA/Brian Curley, ASGCA
The 18-hole, championship golf course at Shadow Hills Golf Club is a thing of beauty. Designed to comfortably nest in the Coachella Valley area of Palm Desert, Shadow Hills spreads itself across the desert floor as seamlessly and elegantly as if it had flowed into the valley from the mountains that surround. With Tiff Eagle Greens and Tiff Sport Bermuda fairways and roughs, Shadow Hills will stand in harmonious contrast to the reds and yellows of the vast desert creating an explosion of color to take your breath away …….MORE

Shadow Ridge Golf Course
9002 Shadow Ridge Road
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Architect: Nick Faldo (his first design on the West Coast)
Set against the stunning backdrop of the snow-capped Santa Rosa Mountains, Nick Faldo’s vast international experience and passion for strategic design and detail are clearly in evidence at the Shadow Ridge Golf Course. Faldo, winner of six Major championships and the all time leading Ryder Cup point scorer has focused his passion on his first design in the United States. According to Faldo, Shadow Ridge draws inspiration from the great sand-belt courses of …….MORE

SilverRock Resort
79179 Ahmanson Lane
La Quinta, CA 92253
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18 Regulation, Men- 72.0/130; Ladies- 71.06/125
Architect: Arnold Palmer.
SilverRock is an Arnold Palmer Classic Course and is one of the Home Courses of the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic. Measuring at 7578 yards from the tips, it is the longest layout in Palm Springs and is one of the longest courses on the PGA tour. Opened in early 2005, this layout is situated right at the base of Santa Rosa and Coral Mountains � and is closer to these mountains than any other …….MORE

Tahquitz Creek Golf Course – Legend
1885 Golf Club Drive
Palm Springs, California 92264
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36 Regulation, Men- 69.5/116; Ladies- 72.6/120
Architect: Billy Bell, Sr.
Originally designed by Billy Bell, this course has been renovated to Arnold Palmer standards, including the addition of over 40 bunkers. The picturesque mountain views will enhance any round as you play this mature course which makes it’s way through many tree lined fairways. With over 60 bunkers and deceptively undulated greens, this legend of a course will often sneak up and grab you …….MORE

Tahquitz Creek Golf Course – Resort
1885 Golf Club Drive
Palm Springs, California 92264
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36 Regulation, Men- 71.4/128; Ladies- 69.6/119
Architect: Ted Robinson
The course is a links style desert layout and is a challenge to players of all abilities. Its unique design brings together a natural desert beauty as well as a odern architectural design. The mountain views along with the rolling terrain, well placed bunkers, and wonderful water scapes, leave a lasting impression on all who visit this fabulous course.…….MORE

Trilogy Golf Club at La Quinta
60-151 Trilogy Parkway
La Quinta, California
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18 Regulation, Men- 72.7/127; Ladies- 71.6/120
Architect: Gary Panks
Awarded “Best Places to Play 2006 – 4 out of 4 Stars” by Golf Digest and “America’s Top Courses 2007-08, Rating of EXCELLENT” by Zagat, Trilogy Golf Club at La Quinta is located at the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains in La Quinta, California. This wonderful 18-hole championship golf course was designed by Gary Pranks and accentuates the beautiful terrain and vista views overlooking the Coachella Valley. At just under 6,900 yards from the championship tees, the course offers challenge and enjoyment for all skill levels.…….MORE

Woodhaven Country Club
41-555 Woodhaven Drive East
Palm Desert, CA 92211
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18 Regulation, Men- 72/111 Ladies- 72/116
Architect: Harold Heers, Jr.
Woodhaven is a private country club that is considered one of the best hidden gems of the desert. The golf course was designed with gentle rolling slopes, narrow fairways, with spectacular mountain views throughout the 18 holes. Small greens and some water. The course usually rewards the mid to high handicapper.…….MORE

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The Road to Fame and Fortune

Stars and “starchitects” made Palm Springs the grandest of A-list party pads. Follow us for an eye-popping tour of some iconic celebrity houses

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Cary Grant’s Former Home in Palm Springs

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Bing Crosby’s Estate Thunderbird Estates Palm

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BOB HOPE HOUSE

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The Lucy House Palm Springs

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The William Holden Estate

2433 Southridge Dr, Palm Springs, CA

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Steve Mcqueen

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Frank Sinatra

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49500 Seminole Dr.

Cabazon, CA 92230

800.252.4499

401 East Amado Road

Palm Springs, CA 92262

888.999.1995

32-250 Bob Hope Dr.

Rancho Mirage CA.92277

888.999.1995

84-245 Indio Springs Parkway

Indio, CA 92203-3499

800.827.2946

46-200 Harrison Place Coachella, CA 92236 866.377.6829

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Coachella, CA 92236

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701 West Baristo Road Palm Springs, CA 92262 (760) 327-3446

78250 California 111

La Quinta, CA 92253-2074

(760) 360-5991

73505 El Paseo Palm Desert, CA 92260 (760) 674-8666

80-400 Highway 111 Indio, CA 92201 (760) 342-1999

78164 52nd Ave La Quinta, CA 92253 (760) 771-4653

73091 Country Club Dr Palm Desert, CA 92260

760-346-8170

46-200 Harrison Place
Coachella, CA 92236
866.377.6829

701 West Baristo Road
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 327-3446

73505 El Paseo
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 674-8666

80-400 Highway 111
Indio, CA 92201
(760) 342-1999

78164 52nd Ave
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 771-4653

73091 Country Club Dr
Palm Desert, CA 92260