If you’re in the market for Palm Springs homes for sale, the Indian Canyons is an absolute must-see. When it comes to rich history, exclusivity and championship golf, the Indian Canyons Golf resort is unrivalled. Since its original opening in 1961 as the Canyon Country Club, it has been considered a jewel of the Coachella Valley.
What started as an elite winter getaway for the likes of Hollywood celebrities and former United States presidents, from Bob Hope, Frank Sinatra, and Jackie Gleason to Ronald Reagan, Dwight D. Eisenhower and Lyndon B. Johnson, is now a popular place to live year round or have a vacation home.
Many buyers seek Palm Springs homes for sale for the incredible golf opportunities that the area affords its residents. Located at the base of the picturesque San Jacinto Mountains in South Palm Springs, the Indian Canyons boasts two spectacular golf courses where you can count on wind-free golf. This is due to the “Canyon” district’s location, which is surrounded on three sides by the San Jacinto Mountains.
Designed by William F. Bell, son of renowned golf course architect William P. Bell, the North Course is the longer of the two. Set on 550 acres of Native American tribal property, the par-72 course spans 6,943 yards and provides gorgeous views of the mountains and unique, mid-century modern homes, several of which were originally owned by Walt Disney. The course features six water hazards, the most notable of which is a lake located between the 9th and 18th holes. At the 18th hole is the famous Disney fountain, which shoots water over 100 feet into the air.
The South Course provides a distinctively different experience. Re-designed in 2004 by renowned architect Casey O’Callahan and player consultant, LPGA legend Amy Alcott, the 6,582-yard course is a favorite among female golfers. The course is absolutely stunning, with four ponds, 850 palm trees and 500 Washingtonia Filifera throughout the course to enhance the desert landscape.
Indian Canyons’ ideal location right in the heart of Palm Springs makes it even more appealing to residents and visitors. It’s in close proximity to the other desert cities, a bevy of recreational options and only 10 minutes from downtown Palm Springs.
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