BACK-UP OFFERS ACCEPTED. La Cantera is a jewel in La Quinta, designed by award winning architect Frank Stoltz, this exclusive gated community of 59 homes was influenced by the Spanish-Colonial estates of Santa Barbara. The property epitomizes the effortless integration of indoor and outdoor living characteristic of the California lifestyle. The private leisure space is an entertainer's dream showcasing covered patio, dining areas, pebble-tech saltwater pool, raised spa and estate walls. The lush landscaping, fruit trees, side yard with new artificial grass provide room for dogs and kids to play! This highly upgraded home features travertine flooring throughout French doors, custom draperies and shutters, quartz countertops, hand hewn Doug Fir beams and fireplace mantel, Walker Zanger kitchen backsplash, custom Tabarka tile fireplaces, paver decking, solid core doors, epoxy garage floors and recently painted exterior. The Chef's kitchen with Thermador stainless steel appliances, casual dining and separate coffee bar opens to a large family room with a cozy gas fireplace. A sizeable primary suite with a large ensuite bath has access to the backyard. A 4th bedroom/office/den, guest room, separate detached casita with full bath and French doors leads to the courtyard. Just minutes to restaurants, shopping, top tour and municipal golf courses, BNP Paribas Open, pickleball, Old Town La Quinta, the Festivals, etc. La Cantera offers low HOA fees - this is desert resort living at its finest.