80872 Calle Azul

Welcome to Desert Sunset, an exclusive VARE property! Experience the best of resort-style living while savoring the comforts and seclusion of Desert Sunset within the gated community of Puerta Azul. Offering 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, our retreat is embraced by scenic mountains, numerous golf courses, shopping, dining, and enjoys constant sunshine throughout the year. It's an ideal retreat for visitors seeking a perfect blend of outdoor and artistic pursuits. BEDROOMS/SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS: Master Suite: King Bed, 55" TV Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed, 50" TV Living Room: Queen Sofa Bed (sleeps 2) LIVING ROOM: 55" Smart TV Comfortable Sofas Natural Light KITCHEN & DINING: Coffee Maker Modern Appliances Dining Table (seats 6) Breakfast Bar Seating BACKYARD: Outdoor Dining Table w/Umbrella (seats 6) BBQ Grill OTHER AMENITIES: Free high-speed Wi-Fi Full-sized washer/dryer PARKING: 1 Car Garage COMMUNITY SPACE: Gym Heated Pools Jacuzzi Tennis Court Sun Loungers BBQ Grill Guests have access to Puerta Azul's amenities including the Olympic size swimming pools, tennis courts, BBQ area, and clubhouse (pool table, ping pong, gym, and more). There are two large swimming pools (shared) with jacuzzies in the community. Both are within walking distance (a few minutes) from the property. There is a small, 1-car garage that guests are welcome to use (larger vehicles may not fit) as well as unassigned spaces along the street. We are minutes from PGA West with five public courses to choose from, as well as SilverRock Resort, an Arnold Palmer Classic Course, another terrific local option. In January, you can walk to the Stadium course to watch the pros play in The American Express Golf Tournament. Tennis fans - in March, you'll be minutes away from the 5th largest tennis tournament in the world, the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, which draws the top-rated men and women tennis players in the world. Tennis and pickleball players - the Fritz Burns park is 10 minutes away with 6 tennis courts and 8 pickleball courts lit and open from Dawn until 10 pm. Close by is the famous El Paseo and Old Town La Quinta areas with excellent dining and shopping options. Ralph's is the closest supermarket, about 10 minutes away, and Trader Joe's is also nearby. Highway 111 is the home to Costco, Target, Coffee Bean, and Starbucks, among many local favorite restaurants and shopping. Less than 15 minutes from the I-10, you can quickly head to Palm Springs, nearby casinos, Joshua Tree National Park, and other Coachella Valley destinations. ESTIMATED DISTANCES FROM PUERTA AZUL - Jack Nicholas & Stadium PGA West golf courses: 5 min - Ernie's Bar & Grill (PGA West 19th hole): 5 min - Old Town La Quinta: 5-7 mins - PGA West Greg Norman Course: 10 mins - SilverRock Resort Golf Course: 10 mins - Empire Polo Fields (home to Coachella & Stagecoach music festivals): 10 mins - BNP Paribas Open / Indian Wells Tennis Garden: 10-15 mins - PGA West Dunes Course: 15 mins - PGA West Pete Dye Mountain Course: 15 mins - Palm Desert/El Paseo: 15-20 mins - Acrisure Arena: 30 mins - Downtown Palm Springs/Airport: 30 mins - Joshua Tree National Park: 45 mins - LA/OC/SD: Roughly 2 hours without traffic WHAT ARE THE POOL HOURS? ARE THEY HEATED? Puerta Azul community: The two community pools are heated year-round and are open 7 am 11 pm. Homes with a private pool & jacuzzi can be heated for an additional fee. Check individual listing for info. DO YOU ALLOW PETS? Certain non-shedding hypoallergenic dogs will be considered at an additional fee. Service animals are permitted, and the fee is waived for such situations (however the animal is never permitted to be in the unit alone if it is a service animal). Please note we do not allow any pets other than dogs. Puerta Azul Community Rules: 1) The City of La Quinta & Puerta Azul has a quiet hour ordinance (10 pm 8 am). 2) No more than 2 vehicles per home unit may be parked on the street at any time during the hours of 12 am 7 am. 3) No trailer, camper, mobile home, commercial vehicle, truck (other than a standard-size pick-up truck), boat, or inoperable vehicle will be allowed in the community. We've installed a security camera outside, facing the front entrance (placed on the door), to ensure safety during your stay. Additionally, there's a noise monitoring device in the living room to ensure compliance with local noise ordinances during quiet hours.