10. The Desert Inn

San Marcos guests had many choices when it came to recreation.  In addition to the golf course there was a swimming pool and polo grounds.  The Desert Inn, shown in the above picture, was a destination for guests on horseback or in cars.  Located in what is now Ahwatukee, the Desert Inn was in open desert to the west of Chandler.  It offered the opportunity for wealthy guests to “rough it” in the desert by experiencing cowboy cooking, camping, and singing.