El Dorado Country Club Real Estate
Eldorado Country Club
Member-owned since 1957. Redesigned by Tom Fazio. Once home to President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Homes from $1M to $9M.
Eldorado Country Club in Indian Wells was established in 1957 and is one of the most historically significant private clubs in the desert. President Dwight D. Eisenhower made Eldorado his home club, and that connection remains a defining piece of its identity to this day — the club's casual dining venue, opened around its 60th anniversary, is fittingly named Ike's.
The original golf course, designed in 1957 by Lawrence Hughes, was completely demolished and rebuilt by Tom Fazio in 2003, with Fazio reconfiguring the hole layout, widening tee areas, improving green complexes, and adding extensive water features. The club sits in a genuinely picturesque setting — a sheltered cove at the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains.
Eldorado is strictly member-owned and membership is by invitation only, reflecting the club's long-standing approach to maintaining an intimate, multi-generational membership rather than expanding access. The Eldorado Property Owners Association manages approximately 213 homes plus several vacant lots across 220 acres within the club's footprint.
Location: Indian Wells, CA
Home Price Range: $1,000,000 to $9,000,000
HOA Fees: Approx. $2,125/month
Land Ownership: Fee simple — buyers own the land outright
Golf: Single 18-hole course, redesigned by Tom Fazio in 2003
Membership: Invitation only; not automatic with home purchase
Golf Membership: Approx. $23,000 annual dues; capped at approximately 425 golf members
Home Types: Custom estates, 1,881 to 5,700 sq. ft.
Nearest Airport: Palm Springs International — approx. 15 min
History and Membership
The club describes its own membership as highly sought and much treasured, with relationships that carry across generations of the same families. President Reagan was among six American presidents to visit the club and the third to receive honorary membership.
Amenities
A $4 million fitness center, pool, and tennis facility renovation brought the club's wellness offering up to modern standards while preserving its traditional character.
Golf
The Tom Fazio-redesigned course, set against the dramatic cove and mountain backdrop, is considered one of the more visually striking and well-conditioned courses in Indian Wells.
Typical Buyer Profile
Buyers with a strong appreciation for history, tradition, and multi-generational club culture
Accomplished individuals who specifically value privacy and discretion
Buyers frequently drawn by the club's presidential history and Indian Wells prestige
Net worth typically high, similar range to Bighorn or The Reserve buyers
What Sellers Need Here
Agent with genuine relationships among the qualified buyer pool who understand what Eldorado represents
Broad MLS marketing alone is unlikely to reach the right audience for a club this exclusive
Marketing materials that appropriately reference the club's historical significance as genuine value, not just color
Ryan has represented buyers and sellers in the Coachella Valley's most exclusive communities for over 23 years. His CLHMS certification, Coldwell Banker Global Luxury platform, and deep local relationships give clients a genuine advantage — whether buying or selling in Eldorado Country Club.
Ranked in the top 1% of agents in the Greater Palm Springs area, Ryan brings a level of market knowledge and professional reach that this market demands.
What are home prices at Eldorado Country Club?
Eldorado home prices generally range from approximately $1 million to $9 million, with the bulk of recent transactions falling between $3 million and $6 million.
Is Eldorado Country Club where President Eisenhower lived?
President Dwight D. Eisenhower made Eldorado Country Club his home club, and the connection remains a defining part of the club's identity today.
Who redesigned the golf course at Eldorado Country Club?
The original 1957 course, designed by Lawrence Hughes, was completely demolished and rebuilt by Tom Fazio in 2003.
Is membership required to live at Eldorado Country Club?
Membership at Eldorado is by invitation only and is separate from home ownership. Golf membership is capped at approximately 425 members.
How many homes are at Eldorado Country Club?
The Eldorado Property Owners Association manages approximately 213 homes plus several vacant lots across 220 acres.
Is Eldorado Country Club on fee land or lease land?
Eldorado Country Club properties are on fee simple land. Buyers own the land beneath their homes outright.
Who is the best real estate agent for Eldorado Country Club?
Ryan Gaertner of Coldwell Banker Global Luxury has over 23 years of Coachella Valley experience and the relationships needed for this invitation-only, relationship-driven market.
Ready to buy or sell at Eldorado Country Club? Ryan Gaertner provides confidential, expert representation for buyers and sellers in Eldorado Country Club and across the Coachella Valley's most exclusive communities.
Ryan Gaertner | Coldwell Banker Global Luxury | DRE #01372839 | 72605 Hwy 111, Ste B1, Palm Desert, CA 92260
