Did you know the interesting history behind The Quarry at La Quinta, the world renowned golf community tucked into the foothills of the Coral and Santa Rosa Mountains? It sits on what was once an abandoned sand and pit gravel mine . . . and who knows, maybe once upon a time, gold was mined there ?This premier member-owned golf club is a highly sought after address on the east end of the Palm Springs Valley . . . and there are many reasons why. It is peaceful, it is picturesque and the lifestyle it affords is the Ultimate in Desert Luxury Living.
The Quarry was started by two avid golfers seeking to find an alternative to crowded golf courses and unavailable tee times. They purchased the 105 acre property, acquired an adjacent 255 acres and along with 13 founding associates, they developed The Quarry. There is a championship 18-hole course and a 10-hole short course, both designed by Tom Fazio – that are set in a pristine desert landscape with distinct areas of elevation. The courses are graced with waterfalls, streams and tens of thousands of native plants and trees. The Quarry’s championship course is ranked in the top 50 among Golf Digest’s 100 top courses. Some say golfing at The Quarry is the finest golfing experience in the desert . . . or anywhere, for that matter.
Many PGA legends have played at The Quarry, as well as its 300 members and guests . . . such as Tiger Woods, Arnold Palmer, Phil Mickelson and others. The club’s fabulous 21,000sf Mediterranean style clubhouse is casual, yet elegant, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner on occasion. It also boasts a spacious veranda, golf shop and a nearby fitness center with pool & spa and tennis court. Members enjoy many social amenities including hiking groups, book clubs, card games and more.
The Quarry does not require real estate ownership to join – unlike many other local upscale golf clubs’ memberships, . Those who don’t own there and guests of members who want to stay onsite can rent one of 3 guest cottages.
The ultimate build-out of of homes at The Quarry is approximately 100, with 57 luxury homes now completed. 65 homes will ultimately surround the perimeter of the golf courses. The homes start at around $1 million. High security is provided, as there are 2 guards on duty day and night – one at the entrance gate and one patrolling the property.
For a private tour of The Hideaway Golf Club or any of its available properties, please don’t hesitate to contact Kimberley Joy Kelly, realtor with HK Lane Real Estate. She is very familiar with the La Quinta area and its many upscale Golf Communities – and will work to help you find just the right property for YOU !
