Top Pickleball Spots in Palm Springs 🎾✨

Posted on 01/17/2025 in Uncategorized.

Pickleball fever has officially taken over Palm Springs! Whether you're a seasoned player or a beginner looking for some fun in the sun, the desert is home to some of the best pickleball courts around. Here's a quick guide to help you find your perfect match:

1. Demuth Park

📍 Address: 4200 E Mesquite Ave, Palm Springs, CA
🌟 Why You'll Love It: Demuth Park is a favorite among locals for its well-maintained pickleball courts and friendly community. It's perfect for both casual games and competitive play.

2. Ruth Hardy Park

📍 Address: 700 Tamarisk Rd, Palm Springs, CA
🌟 Why You'll Love It: Nestled in a beautiful neighborhood, Ruth Hardy Park offers great courts with a stunning mountain backdrop. Bring your paddle and enjoy the desert vibes!

3. Palm Desert Community Center

📍 Address: 43900 San Pablo Ave, Palm Desert, CA
🌟 Why You'll Love It: Just a short drive from Palm Springs, this facility boasts multiple courts and a welcoming atmosphere. It's a great spot for players of all skill levels.

4. Sunrise Park

📍 Address: 401 S Pavilion Way, Palm Springs, CA
🌟 Why You'll Love It: Sunrise Park features open courts that are perfect for a quick game or meeting fellow pickleball enthusiasts.

5. La Quinta Resort & Club

📍 Address: 49499 Eisenhower Dr, La Quinta, CA
🌟 Why You'll Love It: For a more luxurious experience, head to La Quinta Resort. Their top-notch pickleball facilities make it a must-visit for avid players.

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Pickleball isn’t just a sport—it’s a way to connect, stay active, and enjoy the beauty of Palm Springs. So grab your paddle and hit the courts. Game on! 🎾🌴

Looking for the perfect place to stay after your match? Check out our stylish vacation rentals and book your desert escape today!

Picture via_ @oliviamcmillan.pb

Poppy Gazette: HERE'S WHAT WE'RE DIGGING: VOLUME 130

Posted on 03/09/2023 in Uncategorized.

Hi! What are you up to this week? We made homemade pizzas and drank martinis while shopping obsessively online for new jeans and shoes. The pizza and martinis were a raging success – jeans and shoes…still TBD. Anyway, here’s a few things we’ve been digging lately… 

1. Palm Springs IS the bachelor/ette party capital of the world (ok, maybe not verified, but still). If you happen to be planning a special fete for your bette – we are loving this super-packable balloon set to spruce up your Poppy pad in paradise and show the besties what you’re made of.

2. If you’re like us and always think of things too late, consider this a sign. Maisonette has the most adorable Bailey Bunny newborn set  just in time for Easter. What’s cuter than a newborn? A newborn in a bunny suit of course.

3. If dry January taught us anything, it’s to scour the internet for delicious non-alcoholic cocktails in a can. Enter Parch: A non-alcoholic agave cocktail with 2 flavors – Prickly Paloma and Spiced Pinarita. Both draw inspiration from the lush biodiversity of Mexico, The Sonoran Desert and southwestern US. Yum.

4. “In the cobalt and cream-striped onesie, we have Shrader – an 8-lb Dachsund wearing an XS Picasso Sweatshirt from our fave four-legged purveyor Little Beast.” Now go fetch.

5. Everyone kept telling us that we were insane because we hadn’t yet tried @crumblcookies and then we did and our lives were forever changed. Lucky for you, when you book your stay with us, you’ll be able to run over to the new location in Palm Desert and stuff your face to your hearts content. They. Are. That. Good.

6. This month’s newest Poppy property is a good one – Knott’s Landing. Originally built by the Knott Family (Knott’s Berry Farm) in 1968-1970 as their Palm Springs hideaway, Knott’s Landing is situated in one of Palm Springs most desirable neighborhoods. Step back in time and bask in the wonderful Mid-Century Modern Architecture.

7. Sunscreen envy means 100% Mineral, Broad Spectrum SPF 30 with 20% Non-Nano Zinc, Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide sun protection wrapped up in a chic and sunny package. Nécessaire The Sunscreen packs a heavy punch to protect your skin, reduce fine lines and wrinkles and help support the skin’s protective barrier.

8. This year we bought everyone travel journals for the holidays. It’s the perfect way to remind someone to take a moment to themselves, book that long-awaited, much deserved trip and just bask in….well, nothing. Take along this thoughtful travel journal on your next stay with us and find your balance once again.

9. If you’re looking to add some MCM flair to your interior decor, we love this Shaken Not Stirred print by Peter Ruck. Place it over a bar in any room where you socialize for an easy way to bring a little Palm Springs into your everyday life.

10. Did you know that Palm Springs shares many geographical similarities to Morocco? Kind if makes sense why all those Moroccan rugs look so damn good in our mid-century mod homes. If you want a little inspiration and your #shelfiesneed a pick-me-up, try this little number from eclectic fashion-crowd fave book publisher, Assouline.  

That’s all for now…

HERE'S WHAT WE'RE DIGGING: VOLUME 129

Posted on 02/06/2023 in Uncategorized.

ONLY THE BEST FOR YOUR BESTIES

Posted on 01/31/2023 in Uncategorized.

There’s no one more tried and true than your best gal pals and we want you to show them some love! We’ve got your ultimate GALENTINES getaway planned and ready – grab your girls and let’s go!

HERE'S WHAT WE'RE DIGGING: VOLUME 128

Posted on 01/19/2023 in Uncategorized.

Hi! How’s your week going? Don’t know about you, but we have our new year positivity antennas vehemently circling for anything happy, prosperous & peaceful…Do you feel the same? Anyway, here’s a few things we’ve been digging lately… 

1. Machete is always on point with their heirloom-quality jewelry and accessories that also function as go-to, everyday staples. We are so digging everything catty lately and these Suzy Sunnies in Tortoise Checker keep us right in line. There’s nothing better than throwing on shades and immediately glowing up sans makeup or care. 

2. For many of you, it’s the depths of real, cold, blustery winter – which means dry, parched skin and deep thoughts about what day it was when you last saw the sun. Our trick? Combat the winters blues with a little bronzer and some freckle paint from Saltyface – our favorite sustainable summer in a bottle brand. We promise you will feel just a little extra pep in your most-fabulous step.

3. Tooting our own horn a little bit here, but we are SO excited about all of the amazing new homes we have added to our portfolio here at Poppy. Check out one of our newest members of the family: Pink Mirage. It’s the ultimate in grammable, sophisticated luxury and may just be the ultimate cure to seasonal affective disorder. Doctors orders – book stat. (jk about the doctors orders…)

4. Looking for a new(ish) place to wine and dine the clan in town? Next stop Porta Via Bar & Bistro in Palm Desert. A neighborhood restaurant with a world class feel, chic decor and El Paseo central for pre and post lunch, brunch or dinner shopping.

5. #Locallove Del Rey at The Villa Royale is the off-the-beaten-path, dark, small & moody tapas bar & restaurant that you’ve been looking for. Perfect for after dinner nightcap and the local restaurant crews tend to come here after their shifts so you know it’s good…

6. Dry January might mean you’re thinking about your first drink in February. If that’s the case – get prepared and keep it classy with this classic Martini Shaker from Godinger. A $25 investment to raise the stakes in your home cocktail bar game.

7. Winter, spring, summer fall – every single day we are loving Supergoop!
Superscreen Daily Moisturizer Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++. We love it because it’s reasonably-priced and packed with everything we need to stop worrying about protecting our skin. A win win.

8. Just a Slim Aarons photograph to inspire your next Palm Springs poolside party. Dress the part and invite your best friends over for some hot fun in the summertime. It’s how we do it in Palm Springs. Get inspired with this book.

9. We’re obsessed with these Alma clogs and vow to never take them off. 10 colors, not too high, thank you Free People.

10. Coachella 2023 is fast approaching (April 14-16 and April 21-23) and with Frank Ocean as the headliner it’s should be pretty epic. Get on the waitlist for passes here and find the perfect place to stay here. You’ll thank us later for reminding you early. 

That’s all for now…

Fall in the Greater Palm Springs Area

Posted on 10/26/2020 in Uncategorized.

As temps hover in the 80’s, there’s no better time to enjoy all that Fall has to offer in the desert than now. We’ve curated a list of our favorite places to go this Fall. While we continue to take health measures in the county to stay safe, there is still a ton of outdoor activities to keep you and your loved ones busy.

? OUTDOOR DINING IN THE GREATER PALM SPRINGS AREA ?

Your Go To Weekend Breakfast Spot
Kings Highway | Palm Springs, CA

Undeniable Mexican Favorite
Las Casuelas | Palm Springs, CA

Fall Poolside Views
Chi Chi | Palm Springs, CA

You Have to Go for the Outdoor Patio
Eight4Nine | Palm Springs, CA

?? WHERE TO TAKE THE KIDS

Living Desert Zoo & Gardens
Palm Desert, CA

Air Museum
Palm Springs, CA

Aerial Tramway
Palm Springs, CA

Cabazon Dinosaur Museum
Palm Springs, CA

?FALL-TIVITIES IN THE DESERT?

18 Holes at La Quinta resort & Club OR PGA West
La Quinta, CA

Air Museum Drive-In Theater
Palm Springs, CA

Palm Canyon Hike
Palm Springs, CA

Westfield Mall
Palm Desert, CA

Don't Feel Stuck at Home in the Desert

Posted on 05/08/2020 in Uncategorized.

Top 5 Things to do in Palm Springs with your Family

Now that school is out indefinitely, finding things to do is always a top priority. This is even more challenging in this unprecedented time with all major attractions and parks closed.  If you are looking to escape the city and hunker down at home in a private vacation rental, Palm Springs might be the best destination yet.  You can get plenty of sunshine and outdoor fun while still maintaining social distancing rules.  Even better, all our vacation homes have private backyards and pools and enough space for the whole family.  You know what that means? Vacation doesn’t have to stop when the kids go to bed (i.e. No more hiding under the covers watching Netflix at 8 p.m. with headphones)!

Come on down to Palm Springs and make some memories.  Here are our top 5 things you can do while staying in Palm Springs this spring.

Go for a walk in the neighborhood.

Palm Springs is known for having some of the best architecture in the world. If you haven’t heard of modernism week, it is a full week of sight seeing that happens in Palm Springs where people come from all over to admire the amazing houses in the neighborhood.  Plan your very own Modernism Week tour with the family and take a tour of all our amazing neighborhoods. Did you know we have 44 neighborhoods and districts in our city? 

Head on over to our full walking guide to explore all the different neighborhoods and attributes by clicking here:

Bike Ride the CV Link 

The newly opened CV link V Link is an award-winning pathway that allows pedestrians, bicyclists, and low-speed electric vehicles (including golf carts) on a dual pathway. Starting off of Vista Chino in Palm Springs, you and your family can cruise our bicycle friendly city and hop on the CV link to enjoy incredible views of the valley. 

Take a hike

Greater Palm Springs has some of the best hiking in the world. From backcountry trails to easily accessible routes, all of them have something uniquely beautiful to offer. We found four of the best family- friendly hikes in our Oasis of natural beauty, all of which are easy treks and four miles or less.

Check out our full list of favorite hikes here.

Enjoy the stars and our dark sky ordinance

Grab a blanket and spread out in your private backyard to gaze at the stars.  With minimal light pollution and our dark sky ordinance in Palm Springs, it’s easy to pick out the constellations. 

Order In and Dine Al Fresco

Who says dining at home needs to boring.  Order take out or to-go and dine outside in the cool evening air. Check out the list of local restaurants that are still open and providing curbside pick-up or delivery. 

COVID-19 Resources for Owners

Posted on 04/20/2020 in Uncategorized.

This is for informational purposes provide by McLean Company for long and short term owners.

New Information Added Today

• From the NARPM Action Center! CALL TO ACTION: Make Your Voice Heard on Phase 4 COVID Relief – Thank you for all that you are doing to advocate for property management issues. Your work is bearing results. But, there is more work to be done! Please take a moment today to contact your Senator and Representative by clicking on the link.
• Save Small Business Fund – The Save Small Business Fund is a grantmaking initiative offering short-term relief for small employers in the United States and its territories from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. See if you qualify today.
• Resources Available to Businesses in Need of Funding – one hour video presented by National Small Business Town Hall from Inc. & U.S. Chamber of Commerce, April 17, 2020National Small Business Town Hall – registration link to webinar presented by Inc. & U.S. Chamber of Commerce, April 24, 2020 at 12:00pm Eastern Time
• House prepares to vote on coronavirus aid package as soon as Wednesday – article from The Hill, April 19, 2020

   Small Business Information

• PPP Loan – 6 Steps to make sure your COVID-19 Payroll Protection Loan is Forgiven – four minute video from Matthew Whitaker from gkhouses, What do you do once you have it? How do you make sure that 100% of it is forgiven? April 13, 2020
• Experts Discuss How 1099 Contractors Can Access Coronavirus Loans — one hour webinar presented by National Small Business Town Hall from Inc. & U.S. Chamber of Commerce, April 10, 2020
• IRS provides guidance under the CARES Act to taxpayers with net operating losses – press release with links to PDF guidance documents, April 9, 2020
• IRS extends more tax deadlines to cover individuals, trusts, estates corporations and others – press release from IRS, April 9, 2020
• Navigating the COVID-19 Pandemic in Single-Family Property Management – fifty minute video moderated by John Bradford of Pet Screening. This SFR Property Management Tele-Town Hall briefing brought together national-level resources to help the SFR property management industry navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. April 8, 2020
• Tax Provisions in the CARES Act – Video from NARPM – fifteen minute video, The NARPM Governmental Affairs team discusses some of the tax provisions in the CARES Act that may be of interest to property managers. April 7, 2020
• You Can Now Apply for the $350 Billion Paycheck Protection Program. Here’s What You Need to Know! – fifty-seven minute webinar from the Small Business Town Hall presented by Inc. and the U. S. Chamber of Commerce, April 3, 2020
• SBA Loan Conversation with Rick Sanborn from Seacoast Commerce Bank PART II – thirty minute video from GKHouses and the Property Management Mastermind Show, April 3, 2020
• Resources for Small Business in the Stimulus Package – Video from NARPM – fifteen minute video, Join Monica Gilroy, Atty at Law, of The Gilroy Firm, and NARPM Governmental Affairs Director, Tyler Craddock for a concise overview of resources available in the stimulus package to small businesses.
• CARES Act: What Small Businesses Need to Know – article from U. S. Chamber of Commerce, updated March 31, 2020
• Committee Releases Answers to Frequently Asked Questions About the CARES Act – press release from U. S. House Committee on Financial Services, April 1, 2020
• Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Questions and Answers effective April 1, 2020 – Answers to 59 Questions from the U.S. Department of Labor
• Employment Issues & Risks Presentation – Not sure what to do with employees? Here is a twenty minute session from the law firm NARPM uses, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, which was developed to help their clients.
• Fannie Mae Loan Lookup – Know Your Options by Checking Here FirstI’ll
• FreddieMac Loan Lookup Tool
• Guide to CoronaVirus Mortgage Relief Options – blog post from Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, March 31, 2020
• How the Treasury Department is Taking Action – from U.S. Department of the Treasury; includes PDF applications for SBA Loans for borrowers
• How to Get an SBA Coronavirus Emergency Payroll Protection Loan – article from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
• SBA Loan Conversation with Rick Sanborn from Seacoast Commerce Bank – thirty-eight minute video from GKHouses and the Property Management Mastermind Show, March 27, 2020
• Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources – from the U.S. Small Business Administration
• Small Business Loan Information – from the U.S. Small Business Administration

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Ongoing Updates – Tools, Tips, Interviews, & Surveys Updated Regularly

• Court Closures & Evictions – webpage updated daily by Florida attorney, Harry Heist of Heist, Weisse & Wolk, P.C.
• Heist, Weisse & Wolk, P.A.’s Videos – EvictTV videos updated daily by Florida attorney, Harry Heist of Heist, Weisse & Wolk, P.C.
• COVID-19 Mastermind Series updated daily – updates from Brad Larsen of RentWerx and the Property Management Mastermind Show
• National Small Business Town Hall – registration link, updated every Friday.  Information and guidance from the government is in constant flux. Tune in each Friday at noon as Inc. and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce provide answers to the newly emerging questions around the Stimulus Bill, to give you the essentials for business survival in the age of COVID-19.
• Master Investors Tribe Monday Morning Positive Tribe Call – Facebook group videos from Darren Hoefgen and Kevin Dairaghi
• Survey – How Property Managers are Responding to COVID-19 – AppFolio Survey in action; Results posting weekly – see Part I Survey Results on their blog

Shared Education – PDFs, Blog Posts, Articles & Handbooks shared by NARPM Members

• Property Management in the Time of Coronavirus: Weekly Headlines & Insights – 4/11/20 – blog post from Buildium, April 11, 2020
• COVID-19 State Assistance Guide – from the National Landlord Association, April 1, 2020
• Property management in the time of coronavirus: Weekly headlines & insights – blog post from Buildium, April 4, 2020
• CORONAVIRUS EMERGENCY LOANS Small Business Guide and Checklist – pdf download from the U. S. Chamber of Commerce, April 1, 2020
• Special Report on Coronavirus and Small Business – a statistical study from MetLife & U. S. Chamber of Commerce, April 3, 2020
• Inman’s State-By-State Guide to Evictions, Rent and Foreclosures – nineteen page PDF, April 1, 2020
• Headlines & Insights for Property Managers – blog post from Buildium, March 28, 2020No problem. I think I found them all.
• Top Financial Resources to Support Your Residents – blog post from AppFolio, LinkedIn post shared by Michael Stone, March 26, 2020
• Family First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) – Paid Leave Synopsis – pdf from NeoSystems, March 25, 2020
• Employment Issues & Risks Presentation – Not sure what to do with employees? Here is a twenty minute session from the law firm NARPM uses, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, which was developed to help their clients.
• Up-to-date legal and business analysis in the midst of an evolving global event from NARPM law firm, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP 
• Property Management Handbook for Successful Remote Teams – downloadable handbook in exchange for your contact information from RentBridge
• How Property Managers are Handling Maintenance in the Age of COVID – blog post from PropertyMeld
• Coronavirus: The Landlord Guide to Outbreak Control Efforts – blog post from Rentec Direct, March 11, 2020
• Optimize Your Document Workflow When Working Remotely – google doc from BlueInk
• Overview of Self-Showings from NARPM Affiliate of the Year – video and owner kit from Tenant Turner (owner kit download in exchange for contact information)

Sunny with a Chance of F-U-N

Posted on 12/01/2019 in Uncategorized.

Leave your jackets at home and head to Palm Springs! From a golf tournament to a film festival and so many more outdoor events, winter in the desert is like no other place on earth. Take a tour of modern homes or hop on your bike and ride in the Tour de Palm Springs. There’s something truly special about visiting Palm Springs during January and February. Check out these upcoming events you don’t want to miss.

31st Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival

January 2 – 13
Palm Springs Convention Center

Sunday Polo at Eldorado Polo Club

January 5 – March 22
El Dorado Polo Club

The American Express

January 15 – 19
PGA WEST and La Quinta Country Club

22nd Annual Tour de Palm Springs

February 7 & 8
Downtown Palm Springs

Modernism Week

February 13-23

Girlfriends Guide to Palm Springs

Posted on 10/08/2019 in Uncategorized.

With its rich history, unique nightlife, boutique shops and hotels, and a culinary scene that rivals any major city, it’s no wonder that Palm Springs has continued to skyrocket as one of the top weekend getaway spots in the country. Throw in the fact that Palm Springs sees over 300 days of sun per year and it’s official – the hottest spot for a Girl’s Getaway Weekend is Palm Springs, California!

Any good girl’s weekend includes at least the following 3 activities: a morning of brunch and shopping, an afternoon at the spa, and a night out. Here are our top places to visit and a few insider tips to help you craft a Palm Springs weekend that you and your girls will never forget.

A Morning of Brunch & Shopping

Insider tip – the stores hours change with the season so make sure you call ahead before you visit.

The Gardens on El Paseo
Looking for something upscale? The Gardens on El Paseo are just 15 minutes South of Palm Springs and boast a Saks 5th Avenue, Tiffany & Co, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Kate Spade and more. Get lost wandering in the serene gardens and shop until you drop with the hefty list of designer brands that occupy this shopping center.

An Afternoon at the Spa

Palm Springs Spa Massage
A family owned establishment since 1999, Palm Springs Spa Massage offers specialty treatments and group pricing. Indulge in a Desert Rain Drop Massage or a package deal that’s full of relaxing moments.

Insider tip – The bride or birthday girl receives a complimentary massage with a group booking. Treat the lady of the day to a free massage!

Insider tip – Grounded Bodyworks accepts walk-ins but reservations are highly recommended.

A Night Out

Palm Springs Art Museum and Persimmon Bistro
Are you wanting to add a bit of culture to your trip? Spend an afternoon at the Palm Springs Art Museum, perusing modern and contemporary art, architecture and more. Be sure to stop by the Persimmon Bistro before you hit the town. Persimmon Bistro serves rustic, Mediterranean influenced cuisine with a twist in a unique café on the lower level of the museum. It’s the perfect spot to refuel before a night out with the girls.

Azucar at La Serna Villas
Azucar, located in La Serena Villas, is dedicated to excellence. They serve modern contemporary cuisine with an emphasis and focus on flavor utilizing high quality and local ingredients. Azucar also features the perfect slice of Palm Springs heaven in the form of a rooftop bar call Sugar High. Enjoy cocktails and appetizers at sunset with the majestic San Jacinto mountains as the
backdrop.

Retro Room
If you want to escape the crowds on Palm Canyon Drive, RetroRoom Lounge is just the place. They offer karaoke 7 nights a week with different hosts, often featuring Palm Spring’s hottest Drag Queens. With happy hour pricing every day until 7:00 PM, this is the perfect spot for a bachelorette party or girl’s getaway.

Girls Weekend Vacation Rentals
For the ultimate bonding experience, rent a beautiful vacation home in Palm Springs and enjoy the luxury of a private pool and high end amenities. For the perfect vacation rental, check our listings or call 844.325.5944 for help selecting the perfect palm springs weekend home for your girlfriend getaway. (844) 325-5944