Nestled between Indian Wells and Indio, La Quinta is an oasis of outdoor activities, gorgeous mountain views, relaxation and rejuvenation. In the 1920s, when San Francisco businessman Walter H. Morgan and famed architect Gordon Kaufman planned this beautiful respite, they aimed to create a sanctuary of hacienda-style living. When present day buyers come to look at properties for sale in La Quinta, this is exactly what they find. Here are some reasons why La Quinta real estate is so popular:
1. It’s a paradise for golf aficionados. Nicknamed the “Golf Capital of the World,” La Quinta is the home of more than 20 golf courses, including championship courses such as the world renowned Arnold Palmer Classic Course at SilverRock Resort, the historic La Quinta Resort & Club, the Palm Royale Country Club, and the renowned PGA WEST Golf Club & Resort, among others.
2. The gorgeous views of the majestic Santa Rosa Mountains. The region is so picturesque that it’s featured in Disney California Adventure Park’s extremely popular attraction, Soarin’ Over California. In fact, the world-famous PGA West golf complex in La Quinta is actually where the “Palm Springs” segment was shot.
3. The vast recreational opportunities. La Quinta offers world-class tennis, fine dining and top rated spa experiences. In addition, La Quinta has increased its number of retail centers with the goal of becoming a shopping destination of the likes of Palm Springs and Palm Desert.
4. The gorgeous weather. The beautiful and majestic high mountain ranges surrounding La Quinta create a uniquely warm climate year round. The average number of sunny days per year is 348!
5. The culture. La Quinta hosts numerous special events from the world-famous Bob Hope Chrysler Classic, PGA West, Slam of Golf and The Legends of Golf to the Art Under the Umbrellas series and the award-winning La Quinta Arts Festival.
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