The Ranch is beautiful but rustic. You’ll encounter gravel paths, desert sand and grassy areas. Pro Tip: Leave the stilettos at home and opt for block heels or wedges to keep from sinking into the sand/grass
April weather in Palm Springs is typically beautiful, with sunny highs in the mid-80s (although there's a chance it could be hot) and clear, crisp nights in the upper 50s.
All wedding events will be outdoors. We recommend a light jacket or pashmina for the evening—once the sun goes down, the desert chill sets in quickly!
Children are welcome to join us for all weekend activities except for the wedding ceremony and reception on Saturday, which will be an adults-only event Below are recommendations from the venue for childcare if needed: - Above and Beyond Babysitting service - 760-219-4400 - www.nannyontheweb.com - Desert Super Sitters - 760-401-6248 - www.desertsupersitters.com - Destination Sitters - 888 – 748-5439 - www.destinationsitters.com
As active as you want to be! We’ll have everything from casual lawn games to more active activities/sports. If you’re not feeling competitive, there will be an area for some arts & crafts and relaxing as well as the pool for some R&R
Basketball courts, bike rentals, croquet, 3-hole pitch-n-putt golf course, hiking trails, horseshoes, kids' playground, lawn bowling, pickleball, sand volleyball, horse stables, swimming pool, tennis courts (hard and clay) and fitness center. If you have any rackets (tennis/pickle) please bring them!
- Cell service can be spotty (depending on carrier) but there is WiFi in each of the cottages - There is no store/market on property. Just outside of the property is a Ralph's grocery store. We suggest making a stop there to stock things like water, snacks, etc. for your cottage - The cottages have small mini fridges - The entrance/exit to the property is open 24 hours - Any DoorDashes, deliveries, etc get stopped at the guard shack and you have to go pick it up there - Smoke Tree Ranch is a no tipping property - The Kiva bar (near the pool) is cash only or charge to your room/cottage (no credit cards accepted) - The restaurant on property (the Ranch House) is open daily for breakfast from 8:00am-9:30am, lunch from 12-1:30pm and dinner from 6:30-8:30pm. Meals are a set per person cost and again there is no tipping - There are horse stables on-property if you are interested in horseback riding. Let us know if you're interested and we can get you the info