Toscana Country Club

There is a reason Toscana is often the first name that surfaces when discerning buyers begin exploring Indian Wells. It is, quite simply, a community that was built with an unwavering commitment to getting every detail right, from the architecture to the golf to the way the light falls across the mountains at the end of the day.

Developed by Sunrise Company and anchored by two Jack Nicklaus Signature golf courses, Toscana Country Club is a private equity club and luxury residential community of approximately 631 homes set across roughly 620 to 640 acres in one of the most desirable zip codes in the Coachella Valley. The homes draw their design language from the Tuscan countryside, adapted for the California desert, with warm stucco finishes, courtyard entries, and an emphasis on the kind of indoor and outdoor flow that makes life here feel effortless. Behind 24 hour guarded gates and with a 90,000 square foot Club Villa
perched on the hilltop at its center, Toscana offers a lifestyle that is equal parts elegance and ease.

The Community at a Glance

The Arc of a Vision Realized

Toscana’s development arc reflects a long term vision from a developer with deep roots in the Coachella Valley. The timeline below captures the defining moments in the community’s evolution.

The Golf Experience

Golf is the foundation of Toscana, and it is a foundation built by Jack Nicklaus. The two 18 hole Signature courses are strikingly different by design. The South Course benefits from dramatic elevation changes, rolling greens, water features on multiple holes, and more than 100 bunkers that frame bold strategic angles. The North Course offers a distinctly different landscape, leaning into the natural desert terrain with arroyos, indigenous vegetation, and large waste bunkers that demand a more thoughtful approach.

Both courses are consistently recognized by Golf Digest. For the 2025 to 2026 ranking period, the North Course was ranked 42nd and the South Course was ranked 50th among all courses in California. That kind of dual recognition is rare and speaks to the caliber of what Nicklaus delivered here.

One detail that sets Toscana apart from most private clubs in the valley is its walk on access policy. There are no tee times required. Members simply arrive and play. For golfers accustomed to the frustration of reservation heavy systems, that distinction alone can be a deciding factor.

Course Specifications

Practice facilities are equally considered. The club features a double ended driving range, a large putting green, and a short game practice area with a dedicated chipping green.

The Bill Harmon Performance Center

For those looking to elevate their game, the Bill Harmon Performance Center offers world class instruction from one of the most respected names in golf. Bill Harmon is currently ranked 20th on Golf Digest’s 50 Best Teachers in America for 2026 to 2027, and his family legacy in the game is virtually unmatched. He is the son of 1948 Masters Champion Claude Harmon and brother to Butch, Craig, and Dick Harmon. The family was awarded Golf Family of the Year and the Richardson Award for lifetime contributions to the game.

Bill has coached PGA Tour players including Jay Haas, Bill Haas, Craig Stadler, and John Merrick, and he has served as Director of Instruction at Toscana since the club opened for play. The center uses advanced coaching systems including V1 Pro Video swing analysis, SAM PuttLab, and the BodiTrak Golf System. Individual lessons are available throughout the season.

Both courses close for overseeding in early October through early November each year, a standard practice for desert clubs that ensures exceptional conditioning throughout the peak season. Buyers who prioritize shoulder season golf should factor this into their planning.

The Club Villa and Amenities

Perched on a hilltop at the center of the community, the 90,000 square foot Club Villa is the social heart of Toscana. Its Tuscan architecture, with stone facades, cloistered passageways, and richly appointed interiors, sets the tone for everything that happens here. This is where neighbors become friends and where the rhythm of daily life takes on a quality that feels both intentional and unhurried.

Amenities Overview

The Charlie Pasarell Tennis and Pickleball Center is dedicated to Tennis Hall of Famer Charlie Pasarell, whose influence helped establish Indian Wells and the Coachella Valley as a global tennis destination. Programming includes clinics at every level, USTA league play, member guest tournaments, pro exhibitions, and a game arranging service that pairs members with players of similar ability. The current Director of Court Sports, Ches Gibson, brings 20 years of racquet sports management experience, including tenure at IMG Academy and Mission Hills Country Club.

Beyond the facilities, the social calendar at Toscana is genuinely vibrant. Wine events, cooking classes, martini parties, dance lessons, wellness speaker series, holiday family camps, golf and tennis tournaments, bocce ball leagues, book clubs, trunk shows, barbecues, and themed dinners fill the calendar throughout the season. True to the Italian hill town atmosphere, neighbors are meant to cross paths. The sense of connection here is not accidental. It is by design.

Some dining venues and amenities operate on a seasonal schedule, with closures during the summer months and reopening for peak season. This is standard for desert private clubs.

Membership

Toscana operates as a private equity club, and membership is a significant component of the ownership experience. Two primary tiers are available to residents, each structured as a family membership.

Published Membership Fees (2025 to 2026 Season)

The Golf membership provides access to both Nicklaus courses, all practice facilities, the Bill Harmon Performance Center, and every club amenity including dining, spa, fitness, tennis, pickleball, and the social calendar. The Sports Club and Spa membership includes everything except the golf courses and practice facilities.

Toscana does not charge a food and beverage minimum, a club storage fee, or an annual private golf cart trail fee. In a market where many private clubs layer these expenses on top of dues, that is a meaningful cost structure advantage. Guest fees are published and transparent: accompanied golf is $160 for 18 holes, unaccompanied golf is $300, and tennis or pickleball guest access is $10 per day.

The initiation fee is payable with a deposit upon application ($36,000 for Golf, $20,000 for Sports), with the balance due within ten days of membership approval. Members may resign and stop dues after a six month notice period.

Membership fees reflect published club materials as of the 2025 to 2026 season and are subject to change. Neither the club’s public materials nor its brochure contain explicit language regarding membership transferability upon home sale or any resale mechanism for the initiation fee. Buyers should request the current membership agreement directly from the club as part of their diligence.

The Residences

Homes at Toscana are designed with a Tuscan and Mediterranean architectural vocabulary, adapted for the California desert with an emphasis on seamless indoor and outdoor transitions. Courtyard entries, expansive patios, outdoor kitchens, and pool areas are hallmarks of the design, and the orientation of most homes takes full advantage of fairway, mountain, and lake views.

Residence Types

The community offers multiple floor plans with Tuscan inspired design elements. Interior features commonly include upgraded gourmet kitchens, wide plank flooring, custom stone and tile work, and guest casitas with private en suite bedrooms. Larger estates may feature dedicated media rooms, wine cellars, motor courts, and garages that accommodate four or more vehicles plus golf carts.

With 629 of the 631 planned homes now sold, the market at Toscana is almost entirely resale driven. The club reported 55 transactions in 2025 alone, totaling over $193 million in sales volume.

Real Estate Snapshot

Pricing, market data, and HOA figures are approximate and subject to change. Current figures should be verified through escrow documents, HOA disclosures, and the most recent MLS data as part of any buyer’s due diligence.

Location and Access

Toscana sits in the heart of Indian Wells, just minutes from El Paseo, widely regarded as the Rodeo Drive of the desert, with its boutiques, galleries, and dining. The community is also in close proximity to the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, world class medical facilities, and the broader Coachella Valley attractions.

Airport Access

The proximity to Palm Springs International Airport is a genuine quality of life benefit for frequent travelers. Direct flights connect to major hubs year round, and the airport accommodates private aircraft. For those arriving from Los Angeles or Orange County, the I-10 corridor can be unpredictable, and building a buffer into drive time is always advisable.

Who Lives at Toscana

The picture of community that emerges is widely characterized as resort-style community attracting individuals whose priority is health, wellness, and the pursuit of a lifestyle worth settling into.

At Toscana specifically, the resident mix is best understood as a blend of affluent retirees and seasonal or second home owners. Many residents are high net worth individuals whose reported incomes may understate their actual wealth, a common dynamic in resort market communities where assets, not income, tell the real story. The club has also been recognized for attracting a relatively younger membership compared to some legacy valley clubs, drawn in by the active social programming and modern amenity mix.

The Italian hill town design is intentional. Neighbors are meant to cross paths, and the result is a social fabric that many residents describe as one of the most rewarding aspects of living here.

Rental Rules and Short Term Rental Considerations

Indian Wells requires a city short term rental permit and imposes a 29 night minimum stay for most of the year. A shorter 7 night minimum is permitted during a defined window around the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament. 

The Toscana HOA may have additional rules that are stricter than the city baseline. At the time of this writing, the HOA’s specific opt out status under the city’s rental ordinance has not been publicly confirmed. Buyers considering rental income should verify the current rental rules through both the city permit office and the HOA’s CC&Rs as part of their purchase diligence.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do homes cost at Toscana Country Club?

Recent resale activity at Toscana has ranged from approximately $2.2 million to over $6 million, depending on the model, square footage, lot position, golf course frontage, view corridors, and the level of interior customization. As of early 2026, the median sale price is approximately $3.5 million and the average sale price is approximately $3.7 million. Pricing can shift with market conditions, and reviewing the most current comparable sales data before making any decisions is always recommended.

Is club membership required to buy a home at Toscana?

Toscana is a private equity club, and membership is integral to the lifestyle here. The club’s published materials describe a membership approval process and two primary tiers: Resident Equity Golf at $180,000 initiation with $3,720 per month in dues, and Resident Equity Sports Club and Spa at $120,000 initiation with $1,590 per month in dues. Both initiations are non-refundable. Requesting the current membership agreement from the club is advised in order to understand the full terms, including any obligations that apply upon home purchase or resale.

What golf courses are at Toscana Country Club?

Toscana features two 18 hole Jack Nicklaus Signature golf courses. The South Course plays at 7,005 yards from the championship tees with a rating of 74.0 and slope of 138, known for dramatic elevation changes and bold bunkering. The North Course plays at 7,045 yards with a rating of 74.4 and slope of 140, distinguished by its desert style design with arroyos and native vegetation. Both are ranked among the top 50 courses in California by Golf Digest. Walk on access with no tee time reservations is a defining feature of the golf experience.

What amenities does Toscana offer beyond golf?

The 90,000 square foot Club Villa includes Il Forno Trattoria (fine dining), La Cucina (casual dining), Il Caffe (coffee bar), Spa Bella Vita (five treatment suites, two couples suites, salon, and relaxation rooms), a comprehensive Sports Club with personal training and group fitness, the Charlie Pasarell Tennis and Pickleball Center (stadium court, four tennis courts, and ten pickleball courts), a heated Junior Olympic pool, bocce courts, and an events lawn. The club maintains a year round social calendar with wine events, cooking classes, mixers, tournaments, wellness seminars, and family programming.

How far is Toscana from Palm Springs Airport?

Toscana Country Club in Indian Wells is approximately 28 minutes and 14 to 15 miles from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), the primary commercial airport serving the Coachella Valley. The airport offers direct flights to major hubs and accommodates private aircraft. Drive times from Ontario, John Wayne, LAX, and San Diego range from roughly 1.5 to 2.5 hours depending on traffic.

What are the HOA dues at Toscana Country Club?

HOA dues are estimated from approximately $600 to $750 per month. Because HOA structures can include different services and assessments by neighborhood, confirming the exact dues for any specific property through Kimberly Oleson and the HOA is recommended.

Can you rent out a home at Toscana as a short term vacation rental?

The City of Indian Wells requires a short term rental permit and generally imposes a 29 night minimum stay, with a shorter 7 night minimum allowed during the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament window. A 12.25% Transient Occupancy Tax also applies. The Toscana HOA may have additional restrictions beyond the city baseline, so verifying both the city permit requirements and the HOA’s specific rental rules before purchasing with rental income in mind is essential.

Who developed Toscana Country Club?

Toscana was developed by Sunrise Company, one of the most respected residential and resort community developers in the Western United States. With more than 60 years of experience and a portfolio that includes over 22 golf course communities and more than 15,000 homes, Sunrise is known for an integrated model where the developer builds the homes and also designs and operates the club amenities. Construction at Toscana began in September 2003, and the community is now in its final stage of buildout with 629 of 631 homes sold.

What is the Bill Harmon Performance Center?

The Bill Harmon Performance Center is a state of the art golf instruction facility located at Toscana’s driving range. It is led by Bill Harmon, ranked 20th on Golf Digest’s 50 Best Teachers in America for 2026 to 2027 and the son of 1948 Masters Champion Claude Harmon. The Harmon family, including brothers Butch, Craig, and Dick, received the Golf Family of the Year award and the Richardson Award for lifetime contributions to the game. The center uses advanced technology including V1 Pro Video swing analysis, SAM PuttLab, and the BodiTrak Golf System. Individual lessons with Bill are available throughout the season.

What is the total cost of ownership at Toscana beyond the home purchase price?

The total carrying cost at Toscana extends well beyond the purchase price and includes several recurring components. Monthly HOA dues vary by tract but generally fall in the $600 to $750 range. Club membership adds either $3,720 per month (Golf) or $1,590 per month (Sports Club and Spa) on top of a one-time non-refundable initiation fee. Property taxes, homeowner’s insurance, and utilities are additional. Toscana does not charge a food and beverage minimum, club storage fee, or annual private golf cart trail fee, which helps offset some of the carrying cost. Buyers should build a complete monthly budget that accounts for all of these layers before making an offer.

A Thoughtful Next Step

Toscana Country Club is a community that rewards careful consideration. The investment is significant, the lifestyle is richly layered, and the details, from membership terms to HOA structures to the nuances of different lot positions, matter enormously in ensuring the right fit.

Kimberly Oleson brings the kind of precision and local fluency that a purchase of this magnitude deserves. With a background as a California real estate and business attorney, recognition as a top 1% agent globally through Coldwell Banker International President’s Circle Elite (2025), and over three decades of roots in the Coachella Valley, she is uniquely positioned to guide buyers through every layer of the Toscana experience.

Whether the search is just beginning or the decision is already made, the next step is a conversation.

Explore available homes at Toscana Country Club or contact Kimberly Oleson directly for a private consultation.

Kimberly Oleson | Luxury Real Estate Advisor | Coldwell Banker Global Luxury

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