Welcome home to Griffin Ranch, a coveted, guard-gated community in La Quinta. This West-facing home, showcasing breathtaking mountain views, is a haven of elegance featuring a detached casita. As you enter, a spacious open great room unfolds, with natural wood beams & built-ins. It seamlessly connects to the remodeled gourmet kitchen. Revel in top-of-the-line Wolf appliances & luxurious quartz countertops. The residence offers both a formal dining room & a dining area adjacent to the kitchen, opening to the private backyard through French doors. Your oasis awaits outside, with a salt-water pool complete with a tanning bed, water features, & a soothing spa - an idyllic retreat for you, your friends, and your family. The entertainer's patio, pre-plumbed for an outdoor kitchen, boasts pavers, an elevated sitting area, a fireplace, & misters, providing the perfect setting to unwind while enjoying the mesmerizing views. You will surely appreciate the upgrades inside, from baseboards & window coverings to new carpet & a pre-wired speaker system. Recent enhancements include a new pool pump, water heater, & garage AC. The remodeled primary bath is a masterpiece, featuring a vast walk-through shower. Griffin Ranch offers a beautiful clubhouse, tennis courts, pickleball courts, bocce, a gym, a Pilates room, a billiards room, a spacious pool, BBQ areas, a putting green, & even a dog park. Near hiking & biking trails, world-class golf courses, dining, & all the desert has to offer.