Palm Desert 2BR Condo at Shadow Mountain! Pools, Golf, Walk to El Paseo

Welcome to your perfect desert retreat in Palm Desert, located in the historic Shadow Mountain Resort. Recently repainted and refurbished, our south-facing, ground floor, corner 2 BR 2 BA condo offers a sought-after location on a prime greenbelt, ideal for those seeking a comfortable stay in the desert.

Whether coming to Shadow Mountain for a weekend getaway, an extended stay, as part of a family or work group, to visit family or friends who live in the Coachella Valley, a "reading retreat" with friends, or just for time away from everyday life, our Shadow Mountain Condo in Palm Desert is the Perfect Place to Call “Home”!

• Spacious, Light-Filled Living Area: The main living area is bathed in natural light throughout the day, thanks to three large sliding glass doors that create a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. Enjoy your morning coffee on your private patio with serene views of the greenbelt and mountains in the distance.

• Desirable Greenbelt Location: Step right from your patio onto the expansive greenbelt, offering a peaceful setting for daily walks, relaxation, reading, and seasonal outdoor activities. This tranquil setting is perfect both for those seeking a quiet, vacation stay and families with children and teenagers.

• Resort-Style Amenities: Enjoy access to 3 guest pools and 4 hot tubs, perfect for both starting your day and unwinding after a day of exploring, playing or working. Take a tennis or pickleball lesson. Enjoy watching tennis matches at Centre Court, all within the secure, gated community.

• Outdoor Activities: Golf enthusiasts will love being steps away from the Shadow Mountain Golf Course (not affiliated with resort - open to public) as well as having easy access to numerous nearby world-class golf courses and driving ranges. Resort offers tennis and pickleball lessons, plus a large greenbelt for soccer, volleyball and ping pong. The condo’s location makes it easy to maintain an active lifestyle.

• Proximity to Essential Amenities: Conveniently located near all that Palm Desert has to offer, including top-rated restaurants, museums, art galleries, and the famous El Paseo shopping district, known as the "Rodeo Drive of the Coachella Valley." Whether you're staying for work or leisure, everything you need is within easy (and often walkable) reach.

• Comfortable & Modern Living: The living room features a comfortable sectional and swivel chairs, perfect for relaxing while watching your favorite shows on the 55” smart TV. Stream your music through the iHome Bluetooth speaker for added comfort and enjoyment. The well-appointed kitchen is fully stocked with anything you might need for eating, cooking, or baking (sans the food itself!) and with its granite countertop is a delight in which to work. Custom outdoor table and chairs on the patio - perfect for outdoor dining. Weekly or semi-monthly housekeeping services can be arranged for extended stays.

• Peaceful & Tastefully Decorated: This condo’s tasteful decor and peaceful ambiance make it an inviting retreat for those looking to escape to the desert for a week, an extended vacation, or a winter getaway - with no bitter cold or snow to shovel! Singles, couples, families - our condo offers everything you need and is ready to welcome you as your temporary home away from home. Whatever your reason for seeking a seasonal getaway to the Coachella Valley, our condo in Palm Desert is the perfect place to settle in and enjoy both the comforts of home and all the desert has to offer.

Book your stay today and experience the relaxation of Palm Desert living!

Important Notes:
- Monthly rentals are tax free (saving you 12%!) if you book for 28 or more nights. We will make any needed adjustment, if any, when finalizing the price. For reservations of 28+ nights, we will also include a mid-term cleaning/"refresh" at no charge to you if you like.

- We require a 5 night minimum for high season (January - March); 2, 3 or 4 night minimum other times of the year.

________________________________________
Key Features:
• Shadow Mountain Resort
• Gated Community
• South-Facing, Ground Floor Unit. No stairs.
• 3 Guest Pools & 4 Hot Tubs are available for your Use.* The guest pool in the Villas 500s section was resurfaced summer 2025.
• Tennis and Pickleball lessons can be arranged*
• Nearby Golf; Surf at Palm Springs Surf Club
• Proximity to El Paseo Galleries, Shopping + Dining
* Free WiFi (updated to fast fiberoptic cable July 2025)
• Smart TV with DirectTV included & iHome Bluetooth Speaker
• Private Patio with Greenbelt Views
• Family-Owned & Managed

* NOTE: The Main Pool and Tennis/Pickleball Courts (except for lessons and clinics) are for use by yearly paid Club members, only. We have a map in the condo showing the locations of the 3 guest pools.
________________________________________
Availability & Booking: Our online calendar is updated in real time and nightly rates are accurate. Fees are payable in two installments if dates booked are beyond 30 days from date of booking.

Need additional space? Check out our Creekside Studio condo that works great for "overflow". It has a king bed, is about a 1 or 2 minute walk away - and can sleep 2 adults. It is property #4631437 on VRBO.
________________________________________
Things to Know:
* WiFi, Direct TV and all utilities included.
* Shared coin laundry area steps from front door.
* Free covered parking. One designated parking space is steps from your front door. Other non-designated covered parking spaces are close by.

Other Good Things to Know:
* Grocery stores, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Target, Costco, a Westfield Shopping Mall with Macy's and other major chain stores are in easy driving distances.
* El Paseo is in walking distance - great for high-street shopping, browsing art galleries and boutiques, and people-watching in general - and enjoying a wide range of dining options at its many wonderful restaurants.
* Palm Springs, La Quinta, Rancho Mirage, Cathedral City and other desert communities are only a short drive away.
* Fast EV charging is convenient and close by - the closest fast (350) charging stations are located in the Target parking lot off Hwy 111 to the west and the next closest (also up to 350) is next to the In-n-Out/CVS/Starbucks at Hwy 111 and Bob Hope Dr.
* And in the "good to know" category, Amazon deliveries are best scheduled for pickup at Whole Foods - a very short drive away, off Hwy 111 - which also happens to be across the parking lot from the iconic Handels famous ice cream store!
* And yes, there is surfing in the desert! Our son reports that the Palm Springs Surf Club is great.
* We have a notebook in the condo with restaurant and other local information.

* Fly into Palm Springs airport for easy access - or into other Southern CA international airports, LAX, Orange County, San Diego, Ontario.
* Check out the Palm Springs and/or Palm Desert Visitor's Centers for info on things to do in the area and "what's on" - www.visitgreaterpalmsprings.com and https://discoverpalmdesert.com. Palm Desert and its surrounding areas have many things to do and many excellent restaurants - all too numerous to list.
________________________________________
General Information:

Palm Desert Short Term Rental Permit #STR2024-039

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Maximum overnight guests: 4 per Palm Desert STR laws.

Children welcome. Only those guests identified by name in advance of your stay are allowed to stay overnight in Condo.

Minimum age to rent: 25
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Minimum # of nights to rent: 5 nights during the high season (January - March); 3 or 4 nights the rest of the year.

No pets allowed
No events allowed
No smoking allowed

Interim housekeeping services for extended stays can be arranged.