The Orchard

Site Plan Community Information About the Developer Standard Features Floor Plans & Elevations Recent Sales Activity indio real estate alisa indio real estate rutherford indio real estate Community Highlights Prime South Indio location Surrounded by spectacular mountain panoramas Conveniently close to shopping, schools, golf courses and employment centers Private, gated community with neighborhood park and arbors Estate-sized homesites (minimum 13,000 sq. ft.) with block walls Imperial Irrigation District power No Mello-Roos Tax Assessments Low HOA dues Name:: Email:: Telephone:: Subject:: Questions or Comments:: Enter Code::   About the Orchard Like the farmhouses of the sun-drenched Tuscan hillsides, like in The Orchard is carefree, warm, and inviting. It all started in the 1700's in Barbados, when the friuts known as the Shaddock and sweet orange were either intentionally or accidentally cross-pollinated to produce what became known as "the forbidden fruit." Because it grew in large grape-like clusters, the name was eventaully changed to "grapefruit" (Citrus Paradisi). It was eventually exported around the world, to the warmer climates of Europe - Italy and Spain, and to North America - Florida and eventually California. For years, the land of this Indio Community was nurtured as the grapefruit orchard, and when the executives of Family Development first saw this place, they were reminded of the picturesque Southern European countrysides where grapefruit orchards can be seen. Because of this vibrant memory, The Orchard offers four model homes unlike anything ever seen before in the Southern California area; with each resident architecturally inspired by an Italian or Spanish farmhouse found within the orchards of Tuscany and Southern Spain. Close your eyes, listen for that old Italian gentleman playing his happy accordion tunes of long ago, an inhale the sweet fragrance of the Citrus Paradisi. Life is carefree, warm, inviting. Life is The Orchard.

Energy Efficient & Safety Features

• Convenient recirculating hot water system
• Insulated hot water piping throughout
• All homes are developed to meet or exceed the current Title 24 energy efficiency codes
• Dual-glazed windows (Low-E) and sliding glass doors
• Cooling central air conditioning with two separate systems
• Natural gas forced air heating with digital night set-back thermostats
• Pilot-less gas cook-top
• Radiant-barrier roof sheeting
• All air ducts tested for optimal pressure retention
• Weather stripping on all exterior doors and windows
• Insulated water heater
• Water-saver toilets
• Gas outlet for clothes dryer
• Deadbolt lock on front, garage entry and service doors
• Garage service door with concrete stoop
• Smoke detectors throughout

• Thoughtfully designed floor plans with customizing room selections
• Dramatic 10" high ceilings in all single-story homes
• Distinguished coffered ceilings
• Raised panel, 8" colonist interior doors
• Nickel-finish levered door hardware
• Custom bull-nosed interior corners
• Tile flooring in entry, kitchen, laundry room and baths
• Designer carpet offered in a variety of colors
• Central air-conditioning with two separate systems
• Maintenance-free, gas-burning fireplace including:

  • Electric starter switch
  • Glass doors
  • Log set
• Distinguished recessed can lighting
• Elegant maple cabinetry throughout
• Quality plumbing fixtures
• Full-width vanity mirrors in bathrooms
• Convenient Category 5 wiring
• Pre-wired for telephone and cable TV in all bedrooms
• Pre-wired for ceiling fans in all bedrooms and family room
• Mirrored wardrobe doors (on all sliding closet doors)
• Large storage and linen cabinets
• Convenient interior laundry room including

  • Soaking sink
  • Ample maple storage cabinetry
• Pre-wired for security system
• Direct access 3- and 4-car garage including
  • Fully finished and painted interior walls
  • Sectional roll-up doors
  • Automatic door opener with 2 remotes

• Extensive recessed can lighting
• Elegant maple cabinetry including:

  • Crown molding
  • Finished interiors
  • Adjustable upper shelves
  • Under cabinet lighting
  • Custom-quality pewter pull-knobs
• Impressive tile flooring
• Gourmet island food preparation center
• Granite countertops
• Large walk-in pantry for bulk storage
• Bright morning rooms
• GE Profile Series white appliances including:

  • Built-in, self-cleaning oven
  • Built-in microwave oven
  • Separate cook-top
  • Multi-cycle dishwasher
• Porcelain over cast-iron double sink with pull-out spray faucet and garbage disposal
• Generous refrigerator area pre-plumbed with recessed box for ice maker.

• Extra large bedroom with retreat area
• Spacious walk-in closets
• Luxurious oval tub with tile surrounds
• Separate tiled shower with clear glass enclosure
• Hand-set ceramic tile countertops
• Dual sinks with impressive widespread plumbing fixtures
• Full width vanity mirrors

Impressive Exteriors

• Wonderful neighborhood street design with underground utilities
• Custom designed elevations with distinct styling and appointments including:
  • Authentic Italian & Spanish architecture
  • Hand picked designer colors and accents
  • Gracious weather-resistant fiberglass entry door
  • Hand-finished, painted stucco exteriors
  • Long lasting concrete tiled roofs
• Concrete driveways and walkways
• Lush front yard landscaping including:
  • Sod grass
  • Automatic sprinkler system
  • Golden crushed rock in planters
• Expansive rear covered patio including:
  • Extensive concrete decking
  • Recessed can lighting
  • Pre-wired for ceiling fan
  • BBQ gas stub
• Fully enclosed, estate-sized backyards including:
  • Concrete block walls
  • Metal side yard access gate
  • Ample room for all recreational activities
• Convenient exterior electrical outlets
• Hose bibbs front and rear