People from across globe come to Coachella Valley in search of equestrian homes, Palm Springs homes for sale, La Quinta real estate and other properties in the surrounding area. Some are looking for second homes, while others plan to enjoy the gorgeous climate all year long.
It’s easy to understand why vacationers come for a visit and fall in love with the relaxed, active lifestyle here. The next thing they know, they’re looking at La Quinta real estate in search of the perfect vacation home or permanent residence. The excellent weather, coupled with the many options for maintaining health and fitness, significantly add to the appeal of Coachella Valley. In addition to the myriad gyms, health clubs and spas, there are plenty of other options for recreation, exercise and sports.
Golf. Whether you like to play, be a spectator to do both, you’ve got so many opportunities to choose from! World famous tournaments like the Humana Challenge aka the Bob Hope Classic, the Palm Springs Amateur, the Frank Sinatra/Starkey Hearing Foundation Celebrity Invitational and Kraft Nabisco Championship are just a few of the area events you can be a part of. If you like to play, there is an abundance of courses in the area, including the Cathedral Canyon Country Club, Cimarron Golf Resort, Desert Princess Country Club, Indian Canyons Golf Resort, Indian Wells Golf Resort, La Quinta Resort, the Mesquite Country Club and many more!
Swimming. Many private properties are equipped with swimming pools, and there are local options that offer Olympic-sized swimming pools that are open year-round, such as The Palm Springs Swim Center and The Palm Springs City Pool.
Cycling. Cycling aficionados are in heaven in Palm Springs. In addition to special events like the Tour de Palm Springs in February, there are tons of local trails.
Walking. When viewing Palm Springs homes for sale, you’ll notice that the neighborhoods are filled with walkers. It’s a very popular activity and great for heart health; it’s quite common to see people out for regular morning, twilight and evening walks.
Hiking. Options include everything from easy trails to rough terrain, including the famous Indian Canyon Trails, the Painted Canyons, The Clara Burgess and the Palm Springs Museum Trail, among many others. Plus, the gorgeous Joshua Tree National State Park is in close proximity.
Tennis. Top-flight tennis facilities abound in Coachella Valley, the home of the world-renowned BNP Paribas Open. There are many private, semi-private and public courts and clubs to choose from, including the Palm Springs Country Club, Coachella Tennis Center, Desert Oasis, Indian Wells Tennis Garden, Mesquite Golf & Country Club, Palm Desert Country Club, Rancho Mirage Country Club and the Sun Lakes Country Club.
Horseback riding. If you’re not quite in the market for an equestrian home, but love horseback riding, there are several ranches and stables, including the Crazy Horse Ranch, Los Compadres Stables, the Empire Polo Club and Coyote Ridge Stable, among others.
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