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Newly Listed Hideaway Golf Club Golf Lot

Newly Listed Hideaway Golf Club Golf Lot

Find Your Place In The Sun At Hideaway Golf Club

If you’ve been considering building a custom home at The Hideaway Golf Club in La Quinta, you’ll want to consider this newly listed west facing double fairway view lot.

This elevated lot features sweeping views over the 14th fairway of Hideaway’s Pete Dye golf course and of the nearby Santa Rosa Mountains. Walking this lot recently, I was impressed by the location, the cul-de-sac street, and by the surrounding already completed luxury homes.

Very Active Hideaway Home Construction

Construction of new luxury homes at Hideaway Golf Club in La Quinta has been very active during the past 12 months. In fact, several of our Hideaway buyer clients have new custom homes under development while others are in the planning stages.

The uptick in Hideaway custom home construction has resulted in a lower inventory of available Hideaway custom lots this year and prices of Hideaway lots having been firming up.

Please don’t hesitate to contact Sheri Dettman & Associates to see this custom lot, arrange a private tour of the Hideaway, or view any Hideaway property.

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From Sheri Dettman
In Featured Properties, Golf Communities, Sheri's Palm Springs Area Blog
56365 Village Drive La Quinta CA 92253

56365 Village Drive La Quinta CA 92253

Palms Golf Club, La Quinta Luxury Custom Home

If you’re looking to invest in a La Quinta area luxury golf home, several things make this Palms Golf Club custom home located at 56365 Village Drive in La Quinta worth considering:

  1. The Palms Is A Unique La Quinta Golf Community
  2. The Palms Is Limited To Just 101 Homes
  3. This Home Is Custom Built
  4. Most Requested South Facing Yard With Sweeping Views

1. The Palms Is A Unique La Quinta Golf Community

The Palms Golf Clubs unique ‘core golf layout' features the golf course as the center of the Palms home community. In comparison to most Palm Springs area golf and country club communities, no homes are located up and down each golf hole.

2. The Palms Is Limited To 101 Homes

While most Palm Springs area golf and country clubs communities have hundreds, and sometimes thousands of homes, the Palms was designed for just 101 fortunate La Quinta homeowners.

3. This Is A Custom Home

While the majority of the homes built at The Palms Golf Club were developer homes based upon several floor plans. This home was custom designed and built.

4. Most Requested South Facing Yard With Sweeping Views

In La Quinta real estate, as in much of the Palm Springs area, South facing rear yards are the most requested properties. The sweeping views from this La Quinta home are simply hard to beat!

> View This La Quinta Home For Sale Here

More About This Palms Golf Club Luxury Home

This custom built luxury home at The Palms Golf Club in La Quinta overlooks the #15 Par-3 hole. Here you’ll discover sweeping southern (the most requested view orientation) over the Palms private golf course and to the Santa Rosa Mountains in the background.

Here at the Palms your family and friends can enjoy the resort lifestyle whether enjoying an evening libation out back on the large patio or taking advantage of the custom pool, spa or outdoor dining options. Of course kicking back in a shady spot with a good book is another good option.

This home includes two generous master suites, a separate Casita suite with access from the private courtyard, plus a fourth guest room that’s just the right size.

Enjoy Indoor / Outdoor Living

Inside, the gracious living room features generous views of thousands of date palm trees. The adjacent chef’s kitchen offers both inside and outside dining options and features a center island, breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, and extensive use of granite and tile. Don’t miss the handy butler's pantry with wine cooler connecting the kitchen to the living area.

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In Featured Properties, Sheri's Palm Springs Area Blog

Recently Sold At The Hideaway Golf Club, La Quinta

  • 53444 Via Dona, La Quinta At The Hideaway Golf Club
  • 4 Bedrooms & 5 Baths
  • Private Upstairs Guest Rooms With Balconys
  • 4,214 Square Feet
  • Priced at $1,999,000

Sheri Dettman & Associates recently represented the buyers of this new construction luxury home at The Hideaway Golf Club in La Quinta. Perched on an elevated fairway lot above the Hideaway Golf course, this location offers a more private rear yard area..

As one of the newer and younger golf and country club communities in the Palm Springs area, Hideaway offers homebuyers an active resort lifestyle plus two championship golf courses. And as a newer La Quinta country club community, Hideaway Homebuyers have a choice of resale or new construction homes.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me to arrange a private tour of Hideaway or to view any Hideaway property offered for sale. View other recent Sheri Dettman & Associates sales.

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In Recent Sales, Sheri's Palm Springs Area Blog

Palm Springs Real Estate Market Update

Sorry About Our Warm Palm Springs Weather This Week!

Our Palm Springs weather this week is one major reason so many people choose to spend part of or all winter here and to invest in Palm Springs Real Estate. My husband Bill took the photo above just yesterday at Rancho La Quinta Country Club.

Daily sunshine this week, with high temperatures averaging about 82º F (27.7 º F) are certainly being enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. Seeing people enjoying our Palm Springs area golf courses, tennis courts, bike paths and of course thousands of pools testament to our sunny days.

As you can imagine, we have clients that have primary homes and businesses located throughout the United States and Canada. And over the last few weeks I’ve been getting tons of weather updates from many wet, cold and snowy parts of North America. Several of these clients have recently purchased Palm Springs area homes and are looking forward to returning to the desert later this month.

To Warm For Canadians?

Just yesterday, Carol, one of my Canadian homebuyers at Hideaway Golf Club in La Quinta was telling me that she’d prefer cooler weather. She'd prefer our February temps to be in the 70’s rather than the low to mid 80’s. I’m curious. Do other Canadian’s feel the same way or are you good to go with the 80’s?

How’s The Palm Springs Real Estate Market?

Personally, our Sheri Dettman & Associates team of specialists is busy. Our 2014 sales were up about sixteen percent over the previous year, and we are forecasting double-digit growth again this year. As we examine our local golf and country club community sales trends each month, we again see that Palm Springs real estate is local. And when I say local, I’m talking about right down to the neighborhood level.

Keep in mind that the national and even local news outlets usually report Palm Springs real estate sales on a city-by-city comparison level. They also reference the median priced home. But if you’re buying or selling in a gated luxury golf or country club community that information often has little or no bearing.

Before Buying Or Selling, Information Is Knowledge

Information is knowledge. And our goal is to help our buyer and seller clients be some of the best-informed buyers and sellers in the Palm Springs real estate market. A little extra knowledge can often result in a smoother and more profitable real estate transaction.

For our homebuyer clients, we develop community-by-community proprietary sales data down to a micro level before you make an offer. For our home seller clients, our community data can help price your home correctly while your home’s competition could be priced over or worse, under the market price.

Why Not Contact Sheri Dettman Today!

If you're considering buying or selling a Palm Springs area home or luxury condo, then contacting Sheri Dettman is a good thing. Why not do so today?

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In Buying - Info For Buyers, Buying – Info For Canadian Buyers, Real Estate Market Updates, Selling - Info For Sellers, Sheri's Palm Springs Area Blog
Find Your Place In The Palm Springs Sun & Leave The Snow Behind

Find Your Place In The Palm Springs Sun & Leave The Snow Behind

“This is why we need a California home!" - Todd & Noel

Todd & Noel live in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. We are working together to find them a Palm Springs area vacation home. Just yesterday, Noel emailed this photo from their drive with the caption "This is why we need a California home!"

I looked at Todd & Noel’s local weather forecast for today, and it looks like 28ºF with snow. By comparison here in La Quinta today we’ve got 79ºF and sunny, and our Palm Springs area streets look a bit more inviting.

Got Snow?

If you happen to take an interesting winter photo from your home state or province, please drop us an email, and I’ll try to share it here or on our Sheri Dettman & Associates Facebook page.

Hopefully, Todd & Noel will be back enjoying our desert sun soon! Can I recommend any of our Featured Palm Springs Area Listings?

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In Buying - Info For Buyers, Lifestyles & Things To Do, Sheri's Palm Springs Area Blog
Dining Around The Desert: Cactus Jack’s

Dining Around The Desert: Cactus Jack’s

Step Back In Time To Cactus Jack's

My husband Bill and I decided to visit Cactus Jack’s at their original location in Indio for dinner (Bill's photos here are of the newer Palm Desert location), as we hadn’t been there in a few years. No matter, it’s like stepping back in time, and nothing much has changed!

Cactus Jack’s specializes in Prime Rib and large cocktails and on a Tuesday evening the joint was jumping. We found an eclectic crowd of mainly regulars, many who seem to know each other.

A Gathering Place For Friends Old & New

Cactus Jack's Palm Desert Dining Room

We had dinner at the bar, and the gentleman next to me was a luxury RV (Prevost) salesman that Bill and I had met in Bend, Oregon a few years back. At the other end of the bar was a past client of mine whom we were delighted to see. He’s a 747 pilot, and Cactus Jack’s just happens to be his 93-year-old mother’s favorite restaurant. It’s just that kind of place.

Bill enjoyed the BBQ Baby Back Pork Ribs with BBQ Beans and Cole Slaw. He said they were the best ribs he’d had here in the desert. Very meaty and juicy! I ordered the Cobb Salad, which was very fresh. The only thing I’d change would be to order the dressing on the side next time, as the salad was a bit overdressed to my taste.

A Good Variety Of Menu Selections

Cactus Jack’s offers all types of Steaks, a good selection of Pasta and Seafood along with a large selection of appetizers and Entrée sized Salads. They also offer a nice Bar Menu as well

Here, you’ll find a nice selection of wines, both by the glass and the bottle. We enjoyed a Washington State favorite of ours from 14 Hands Winery.

Cactus Jack’s is open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in Palm Desert and the original Indio location.

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In Dining Around The Desert, Sheri's Palm Springs Area Blog

Stonefield Estates Next Phase Of New Homes Announced

Excitement is building, and so is the next phase of new luxury homes at Stonefield Estates in Southwest Indio.

Two new south facing plan-5M homes, a plan-3 and plan-1 home are now being built. Additional homes will also be available on several other lots located on this newly developed private cul-de-sac street.

Completion Scheduled First Quarter 2015

Scheduled for completion in the first quarter of 2015, pricing and details for these homes will be shared first with those registered on our Stonefield Estates VIP interest list before being released to the public the following week.

One south-facing plan-5M home will become Stonefield Estates new model home, and the developer will be offering an attractive builder lease back exclusively on that home.

Newly Updated Plan-5M Home

Based on buyer feedback, the developer is making several improvements to Stonefield Estates plan-5 homes. These plan-5M (modified) homes offer even more living space being expanded from 4,290 to over 4,800 square feet. You'll want to see these new open floor plans.

Impressive Amenities Included

Each Stonefield Estates luxury home features a distinctive one of a kind elevation and includes an impressive list of standard luxury features. Amenities include front and rear landscape, custom pool/spa and built-in grill, crown molding, wood beam in most great rooms as well as a sensational chef's kitchen featuring Wolf and Sub-Zero professional appliances.

Are You Connected?

Keep in mind that our VIP priority interest list gets information and details first, so please don’t hesitate to contact us. Email Sheri Dettman

Please Note: In a continuing effort to meet consumer expectations, the developer of Stonefield Estates at Santa Rosa (seller) reserves the right to modify maps, plans, specifications, materials, features, prices and colors without notice or obligation. Prices are subject to change. All square footages are approximate.

From Sheri Dettman
In Non-Golf Communities, Real Estate Market Updates, Sheri's Palm Springs Area Blog
Dining Around The Desert: Pueblo Viejo Indio

Dining Around The Desert: Pueblo Viejo Indio

Authentic Mexican Food In A Friendly Setting

Living in Southern California and especially the Palm Springs area, you expect to have access to great Mexican food. With Pueblo Viejo Grill, that’s what you get.

Even though they have been open since ‘05, we just recently discovered them on HWY 111, just West of Monroe in Indio. They have good reviews on Yelp, so we decided to give them a try.

Small, Colorful Local Hangout

Pueblo Viejo Grill is a small, colorful space that's usually very busy. However, the tables turn fairly quickly there and the longest we’ve waited was about 20 minutes (reservations for parties of six or more only).

I’ve enjoyed both the Tostada Salad with Shredded Chicken and the Fajita Salad with Grilled Chicken. The Chile Verde Burrito was also excellent. Next will be the Viva Chile Relleno.

#4: Famous Tamales

The No. 4 Pueblo Viejo Famous Tamale with pork is my husband Bill's favorite. This entree includes refried beans and Mexican-style rice. The rice and beans are likely some of the best we’ve had. They are flavorful and stand on their own, not just as a side dish.

While waiting for our entrees, we made the mistake of munching on their fresh housemade chips and salsa. Once you go down this path it’s hard to stop.

Margaritaville in Indio

As you’d expect, they have just about any kind of tequila you might fancy and any flavor Margarita. I enjoy the Skinny Margarita made with Agave and Fresh Lime. They also have a full bar.

New Palm Desert Location Opening Soon

Soon, you’ll be able to enjoy the experience at their new location in Palm Desert in the old TGI Friday’s space. They should be open by the end of December, and we look forward to visiting them there as well.

Pueblo Viejo Grill features Fajita specials on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Seafood on Wednesdays and Happy Hour daily along with lunch specials from 11-3.

They make every dish from scratch using only the freshest premium ingredients. The menu also features all the usual items from Quesadillas to Fish Tacos to Steak Ranchero.

Pueblo Viejo Grill is located at 81931 Highway 111 in Indio (just west of Monroe). (760) 342-5900.

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In Dining Around The Desert, Sheri's Palm Springs Area Blog

New Griffin Ranch 3-Minute HD Video Tour

Just last week I was invited to Griffin Ranch in La Quinta for the grand opening of the new Griffin Club. Impressive is the word to describe this wonderful amenity for Griffin Ranch homeowners and their guests.

Our Sheri Dettman & Associates video team was invited back to Griffin Ranch the next day. They created this exclusive 3-minute HD video tour of the Griffin Ranch community, the impressive Griffin Club amenities and a tour of a few of the new model homes.

Helping People Find Their Place At Griffin Ranch

Our Sheri Dettman & Associates team has already helped several new home buyers at Griffin Ranch and the first will be moving in this month.

At this time, new Griffin Ranch homes are not listed on the MLS, so please contact me for further information or to arrange your private tour of Griffin Ranch.

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In Non-Golf Communities, Sheri's Palm Springs Area Blog
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