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We’ve Uncovered 6 Desert Destinations Perfect for Former President Obama

President Barack Obama left office today, and he’s headed off toward the desert sun to stay at a luxury home in Rancho Mirage, CA. It’s no surprise—he visited the Palm Springs metro area six times during his tenure as commander in chief. There’s golf aplenty and the sun is almost always out, so it’s served as a welcome getaway for our links-loving ex-president.

Rumors have swirled over the past couple of years about whether Obama might be looking to purchase a post-White House residence somewhere in the Coachella Valley for a desert retreat of his very own.

The rumors haven’t panned out thus far, but there’s no reason to believe his desire to live in the desert is out of the question. If he did decide to retire to the area, where would he store his golf bag?

We’ve found six luxury homes that would be ideal fits for the 44th president of the United States.

610 N Via Monte Vis, Palm Springs, CA

Price: $2.9 million
Leadership qualities: Sheltered behind ivy-covered walls, this remodeled 1937 Spanish-style home is a perfect spot for Obama to unwind. Aside from the master suite, there are two additional junior suites in the 3,612-square-foot house for when his daughters are in town. And if the former POTUS needs an income stream in his golden years, this home is a proven rental, bringing in $135,000 last year.

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2203 Southridge Dr, Palm Springs, CA

Price: $2.5 million
Leadership qualities: “The King of Cool,” Steve McQueen, owned this villa back in the day. And while opinions on Obama’s policies may differ, there is no doubt he is the coolest president to ever grace the Oval Office. It’d be fitting for him to take up this 4,500-square-foot classic designed by architect Hugh Kaptur in 1964.

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74605 Wren Dr, Indian Wells, CA

Price: $8.9 million
Leadership qualities: Obama loves to golf, so this mansion would be heaven-sent. The multimillion-dollar paradise not only nestles up right next to the green, it’s also within driving distance of a half-dozen other country clubs. Built in 2010, the 7,079-square-foot house is stuffed with amenities including a Jerusalem stone entry path, infinity pool, movie theater, and master suite with separate baths.

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2399 Southridge Dr, Palm Springs, CA

Price: $6.96 million
Leadership qualities: This modern masterpiece of stone is a veritable 7,500-square-foot fortress in the desert. It’s perched high on a hill and offers “the most commanding views of any estate” in the area. And if security is a concern (it is), this place sits within a gated area with 24/7 guard duty. For the former first lady, the rooftop offers a yoga studio; for the former POTUS, there’s a putting green.

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3 Mozart Ln, Rancho Mirage, CA

Price: $6.2 million
Leadership qualities: This compound resembles a tropical resort. It boasts three freestanding structures: a main house, lake house, and pool house. One of those will work perfectly for the Secret Service detail. The main house has nine bathrooms, seven bedrooms, and a 5,000-bottle wine cellar. On the 2.46-acre property are a two-hole golf course, two koi ponds, and a sunken tennis court. It’s being sold turnkey, so Obama and his family won’t have to bring anything but the essentials.

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81266 Peary Pl Lot 70A, La Quinta, CA

Price: $9.75 million
Leadership qualities: It’s the priciest place on this list, but we’re sure Obama can pay off the mortgage with a few paid speeches. (Former President George W. Bush has cleared $30 million in speeches since he left office.) This brand-new behemoth is an impressive 8,890 square feet and offers a massive entertaining area with a see-through fireplace, bar, and retractable glass wall.

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