Twin Palms Ocotillo Lodge - Mid-Century Modern w\/Views of Mt. San Jacinto
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About this apartment rental
This completely remodeled 1BD/1BA condo is located at the famous and storied Ocotillo Lodge, one time exclusive hangout of the glamorous stars of the 50's and 60's. Everything in the unit is new, the modern aesthetic works perfectly with the mid-century modern architecture and surrounding complex, which still retains its mid-century charm and Rat Pack Swagger. Mid-Century purists and design aficionados will love this option, as it provides the best of both worlds, with all the modern conveniences. The living room features a comfortable mid-century modern style sofa , HD SmartTV, and a giant wall of glass facing the large private patio for you to enjoy unobstructed views of Mt. San Jacinto. This particular unit has arguable the best, direct view of the mountain, and becuase the positioning of the Fred Astaire Suite, you have more privacy than all other bungalows in the back of the complex where the patios are smaller & squished together, compromising privacy, noise from neighbors and views. The open kitchen offers stainless steel appliances and all the gadgets you'll need for a weekend or extended vacation. The bedroom also has glass slider access to the patio and a clerestory window with views of the tops of palm trees and beyond. The bathroom has modern dual vanities and sinks with a walk-in shower. Situated near the NE corner of the complex along William Krisel Way and East Palm Canyon Drive, this 1 bedroom ground floor condo enjoys a private patio larger than most all other units, and is just steps away from parking, making entry and exit much more convenient. If privacy, discretion and VIEWS are important to you, then this is the unit for you! The Fred Astaire Suite @ the OL is also located just steps from Steve Hermann's iconic L'Horizon Resort and Spa, making lunch, dinner or cocktails among modern day celebrities, Hollywood A-Listers and even former Presidents - a total reality! Other dining options include the uber trendy ACE Hotel’s Kings Highway cafe, Elmer's, Koffi, The Saguaro, El Mirasol and our favorite - Indian Canyons Golf Resort and Club - South Restaurant, open for breakfast and lunch, all within walking or bicycling distance!. The grounds of the Ocotillo Lodge feature a champagne cork-shaped, heated swimming pool said to be the largest in the entire Coachella Valley. There are also two large, heated spas with outdoor BBQ lounge area, the famous Tiki-style Sunshine Bar where Don Ho would sing his tunes, community laundry and much more. The clubhouse is currently under renovation but the fitness center is open. Enjoy your own private slice of Palm Springs Glamour right here at the Ocotillo Lodge. This particular suite was once home to dancing legend Fred Astaire, designed by architects Dan Palmer and William Krisel and constructed by the Alexander Construction Company in 1956. Ocotillo Lodge combined short and long-term residential living with the conveniences of resort-style amenities, with over 100 apartment-style units featuring private patios. The iconic Ocotillo Lodge was a favorite spot for many celebrities, including Marilyn Monroe, Elizabeth Taylor, Betty Grable, Lucille Ball, Frank Sinatra, Katharine Hepburn, John F. Kennedy Jr., Jack Benny, Jean Harlow, Doris Day, Fred Astaire, Harpo, Gummo and Groucho Marx, Errol Flynn, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Clint Eastwood, Gene Autry, Perry Como, Spencer Tracy and many others. *Ask about monthly discounts. Palm Springs Regulations * Must be 25 or older to book * The city requires a rental agreement and photo ID prior to check-in. You can either upload ID(s) to VRBO, text a picture of front and back to Owner or Property Manager, or present them at check-in. The booking will not be complete unless the rental agreement is signed and IDs submitted prior to check-in. * Max 2 adults overnight * Max 6 daytime occupants * Smoking prohibited * Mail is not able to be received at the condo * 11.5% Transient Occupancy Tax and 1% Tourism Business Assessment (stays under 28 days). This fee will be charged by VRBO upon check in. Palm Springs City ID #4715 If there are any questions about these taxes please visit: https://www.palmspringsca.gov/government/departments/special-program-compliance/vacation-rentals/vacation-rental-tot-information
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Gym / Fitness Center
Garden
Map of Palm Springs, CA
Apartment in Palm Springs, CA
Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen / Kitchenette and more
$$$$
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(76 Reviews)
10.0
Our stay was fantastic and the unit was perfect! Our host was extremely helpful, even allowing us an early check in. The unit was fully stocked with everything anyone could possibly need. The decor was outstanding and very clean. I would highly recommend staying at this unit when you visit Palm Springs.
10.0
What a wonderful stay we had in this fabulous property! Such a beautiful condo with everything and anything you could possibly want! Robert was such a great communicator and made us feel so at home. Brian was so quick to welcome us and assured us of anything we might need - he was there! We didn't want for anything! Also, the heated pool was divine! We were so sad to leave beautiful Palm Springs and our home away from home! Don't think twice about renting this unit! Its a gem that we plan to return to! Thank you Robert for sharing your beautiful home and thanks again Brian for everything!
10.0
What a lovely condo at the historic Ocotillo Lodge. It was stylish, spotlessly clean, well appointed and comfortable. My husband and i were in Palm Springs to enjoy some Modernism Week activities and the warm weather, and the Fred Astaire Suite was the perfect home away from home during our stay. Communication with the owner/manager was great, parking was easy and the pool and hot tubs were welcome. As a bonus, we took the Modernism Week tour of the Ocotillo while we were there, and loved seeing more of the property and learning its history. Can't wait for our next visit!
10.0
it was charming and historic. It brought you back to
the midcentury modern feel of Palm Springs with the features of today
10.0
Great communication from the owner and property manager! Easy check-in process. Clean. Non-cluttered. Everything was comfortable! Loved the outdoor space. Perfect location for doing just about anything in the area. We loved the privacy. We loved that we could stay in a place with personality instead of a boring hotel room that looks just like all the rest. We loved that we didn't hear any neighbors and felt like we had the entire complex to ourselves. Easy parking. Plenty of towels, pillows, etc. Well stocked for cooking. Yes, there is a little bit of road noise during the day, but we were gone most of the day anyway, so it truly didn't matter. At night we didn't hear any road traffic. You can definitely tell that the owner loves the place and really put a lot of thought into the atmosphere.
Honestly, if you're like us and laying around a pool all day is not your cup of tea, and want to stay in a place where you don't hear music or others having their fun because quiet and respite is what you need for your soul, stay here. It will definitely be our couples' retreat next time we are in the area!
10.0
Stayed for 3 nights in this this nice little mcm condo. The complex is in a great spot close to bars and restaurants with tons of miscellaneous yurt charm and nice pool area. Patio is lovely though it is loud with road noise. Bed is comfortable and kitchen is well stocked. The owner is super and accommodating.
10.0
We had a great experience at the historic Ocatillo Lodge. It was clean, well-furnished and our contacts very responsive. Hopefully, we’ll have the opportunity to stay there again.
5.0
Very nice and comfortable place to stay. Excellent pool, nice and warm.
4.0
Nice place, though right on the street so loud at night. Host's were amazing...oh, and preheat shower 5 minutes before entering, water takes a bit to heat up...
5.0
We really loved being here - the style of the apartment itself, the lodge, just everthing was great.
5.0
A perfect stay in Palm Springs. Very clean & updated lodging. The pool was perfect, beautiful setting & very relaxing. History of the lodging is very fun.
Very nice host, will definitely stay again.
5.0
We spent 4 nights and we were very impressed with the property. It has everything you could possibly need and many extras in case you forgot anything! Excellent location, super clean and both the owner Robert and the property manager Brian were beyond excellent to deal with and were very accommodating. We will absolutely be back and have recommended to many of our friends and family already. I highly recommend booking this condo.
5.0
Robert was an amazing host and worked with me on flexible check-in and check-out and was very quick in his responses whenever I had questions. He was very understanding and patient and generous with me and he made the experience professional but warm.
The apartment itself looks just like the photos and is very comfortable and clean. I would recommend this place to anyone!
5.0
We are super impressed with the care the owner Robert demonstrated. We know he had our backs and cared about us.
The place was spotless, perfectily lo ated and had everything we needed. We will be back. 10 stars!
5.0
Such a wonderful place! Spectacular decor and attention to detail. Meticulously clean and well-maintained. The private patio is perfect for morning coffee and mountain views. Updated kitchen had everything we needed. Plenty of towels for poolside. And the pool! Beautiful setting, salt-water pool with 50's era background music. We will certainly be back, hopefully for many years to come.
5.0
Immaculately clean and updated modern bungalow at famous Ocotillo Lodge. Completely private large outdoor space with dining table and chaise lounges, lush private garden. Clear views of Mount San Jacinto from both the patio...and the couch in the living room. Well located just between the Deepwell and Twin Palms neighborhoods with their iconic mid century homes - great for quiet walks. Pool and surrounding communal space are huge and never more than a few people during my stay. Sweeping views poolside of entire southern range. Owner and manager are wonderful and accessible. A great find!
5.0
The condo was delightful. Floor to ceiling windows, nicely decorated and with a beautiful fenced patio. Robert was amazing!
5.0
The Fred Astaire Suite was the perfect escape to Palm Springs. It’s beautifully appointed, in a great location and Robert is a wonderful host. I highly recommend it!
5.0
Beautiful unit with all the amenities of home. Well appointed kitchen with everything needed to cook a gourmet meal. On site laundry facilities. Lodge backs up to the Twin Palms neighborhood which is ideal for an early morning run or late night walk. Very close to downtown Palm Springs; less than a 5 minute drive. We would definitely stay here again.
5.0
Great location, didn’t even rent a car, great decor, well thought out amenities, fabulous pool. Seemless lcheck-in and check out. Communication with owner prompt. Most happy with our stay and anxious to return.
5.0
Relaxing and easy stay in beautiful Palm Springs.
5.0
Apartment was immaculate and well appointed. Everything you could possibly need from housewares to bathrobes. Robert was more than attentive and even delivered an umbrella to us. Would stay here again in a minute. Only slight drawback for us is distance from downtown. A long walk or a quick drive depending on your preference. Veey convenient 10 min drive to the airport.
5.0
The weather in Palm Springs wasn’t great, but the unit was great. Super convenient to everything, clean as a whistle and totally mid-century charming. Robert was a doll and we’ll be back
for sure.
5.0
Condo is beautifully renovated. Comfortable and well equipped. Great location. Excellent communication before during and after with owner. Will come again
5.0
Tastefully furnished/decorated, generously supplied with towels, kitchen amenities, fresh and new feeling. Part of a charming, well maintained development.
5.0
Such a lovely stay. The condo was updated, clean and had everything we needed. And Robert is a great host!
5.0
My girlfriend and I visited Palm Springs for Modernism Week. There were many things we liked about our accommodations at the Occotillo. The mid century décor paid homage to the era of the lodge. We spent mornings on the private patio drinking coffee wearing the luxury bathrobes. In the afternoon, we lounged by the pool and enjoyed listening to ModFM 107.3, a local radio station dedicated to music of the 60's. The location of the Lodge in the Twin Palms neighborhood gave us easy access to downtown Palm Springs. The only thing I would share to help create a proper expectation is the room is on the Palm Canyon side of the Lodge and the road noise is apparent. However, it did not detract from our lodging experience. I highly recommend!
4.0
Trying process was fast and simple.
Property manager communicated well
My firstVRBO rental
5.0
We absolutely fell in love with the condo and the complex! The unit is even better than the photos…decorated beautifully with mid-century modern furnishings. Super clean and stocked with everything we needed for our stay. We needed some batteries for the TV remote in the bedroom and the property manager came over right away and took care of it. Loved the beautiful patio and the daily visits from the hummingbirds. There is no washer/dryer in the unit, but we dropped some laundry off at Tsunami laundromat nearby and picked it up a few hours later…great service. The complex is so rich in history…. If the walls could talk! Thank you so much, Robert, for an incredible stay (and property manager Brian). We loved every minute of our time in the Fred Astaire suite…we will be back!!
5.0
Robert made our stay so comfortable and welcoming! The Fred Astaire condo is so beautiful, clean and stocked with all one’s needs. The pool area is lovely and also immaculate. Our stay was so easy all the way from making the reservation to our departure, which saddens us! 😊. We could stay so much longer! Thank you, Robert, for helping making this a lovely getaway.
5.0
If you are considering palm springs and found this listing, click and rent now... the hosts have an outstanding place to rent that is both decorated amazingly, outdoor space shows a lot of attention to detail and the place comes with everything you will need for time away.
We found all the necessary cooking gear to do light meals at the unit. Location is very central to anything in palm springs. everything worked as it should and the place is SUPER CLEAN.
if I had to come up with any negatives, the guide the owners have painstakingly put together doesn't accurately reflect the streaming channels currently in use and we struggled to find local news and as mentioned in a few other reviews, the patio does face the main street. some will find this objectionable but it was a NON ISSUE for us. street is pretty quiet into the evening. views are amazing from it and the patio feels very cozy and private with the landscaping.
OVERALL a FANTASTIC place to stay and would rent here again in a second. first vrbo I have stayed at in many years and this left a VERY positive lasting impression from the owners that appear to take great pride in their rental.....
thank you for the awesome stay!!
5.0
We had such a great time in PS, and that was due in large part to our stay, clean unit, just as described in the posting, and our hosts were so easy to communicate with.
Already planning our next stay.
Book it, you won’t be disappointed.
5.0
Fantastic rental
We had such a great time in PS, and that was due in large part to our stay, clean unit, just as described in the posting, and our hosts were so easy to communicate with.
Already planning our next stay.
Book it, you won’t be disappointed.
5.0
wonderful relaxing stay!
We had a great stay at this property in Palm Springs. It was well furnished and the only thing that we thought should be there was brought to our unit in short order. The unit was very clean and the facilities (Pool) was great. The location is excellent and close to all the things we had planned in the area. Excellent restaurants are within a couple miles and there is a good breakfast place right across the road. When we head back to Palm Springs, we will be certainly hoping to rent this same unit! The owner was in communication via texts and access was easy and he responded quickly and pleasantly to all messages.
5.0
From the communications prior to my arrival to the day I left, this is a pristine condo and property. I booked for 5 wonderful weeks and this property did not disappoint. The property manager and the owner always answered texts within minutes. The condo was spotless, well stocked, and all the fine amenities you would expect. Updated with solid surface countertops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic tile floors throughout and just the right amount of mid-century furnishings to give it that hip Palm Springs vibe. The swimming pool is the prize though. Cleaned daily, it was grand! Always warm, plenty of chairs and chaise lounges are available even on weekends. The grounds were also groomed daily and a pleasure to saunter through both day and evening. The windows in the condo do face Palm Canyon Drive so during the day you will have some road noise. It's very quiet after dark. The view of the San Jacinto mountains from the living room and patio is majestic! It is a vintage building, (built in 1957) so the outside may not look like some of the areas newer construction. But once you are inside the gates of the Ocotillo Lodge with it's much storied history of elite Hollywood clientele, you may be walking in the same steps as Marilyn Monroe, Lucille Ball, Betty Grable, Gene Autry, Dean Martin, Frank & Sammy..................and even Fred Astaire!
5.0
A well deserved 5 Star Rating
From the communications prior to my arrival to the day I left, this is a pristine condo and property. I booked for 5 wonderful weeks and this property did not disappoint. The property manager and the owner always answered texts within minutes. The condo was spotless, well stocked, and all the fine amenities you would expect. Updated with solid surface countertops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic tile floors throughout and just the right amount of mid-century furnishings to give it that hip Palm Springs vibe. The swimming pool is the prize though. Cleaned daily, it was grand! Always warm, plenty of chairs and chaise lounges are available even on weekends. The grounds were also groomed daily and a pleasure to saunter through both day and evening. The windows in the condo do face Palm Canyon Drive so during the day you will have some road noise. It's very quiet after dark. The view of the San Jacinto mountains from the living room and patio is majestic! It is a vintage building, (built in 1957) so the outside may not look like some of the areas newer construction. But once you are inside the gates of the Ocotillo Lodge with it's much storied history of elite Hollywood clientele, you may be walking in the same steps as Marilyn Monroe, Lucille Ball, Betty Grable, Gene Autry, Dean Martin, Frank & Sammy..................and even Fred Astaire!
5.0
Hollywood Nostalgia in Palm Springs
I picked the Fred Astaire suite in Ocotillo Lodge for the high number of positive reviews. They were well earned. Suite 109 is near the north east corner. While it faces East Palm Canyon Drive, the ivy covered patio wall muffles the road sound. The unit has fabulous authentic mid century décor. The owner, Robert has thought of everything. It is fully equipped, even a retro bar cart with tools! He is the best landlord and was more than accommodating. The patio is like a grotto with water feature and coloured lighting. The only disappointment was in January the sun is not quite high enough to hit it. However there is lots of sun at the pool. It is huge, heated and was never too busy while I was there. Local shopping is a half mile away with the marvellous Ace Hardware, Ralph’s groceries & an excellent nail spa. Also the fantastic Smokin’ Burgers. There is no in-suite washer and the communal laundry uses an app, which I did not try. The units are very private and it was nice to walk around and picture the stars who used to hang out here. Good for the solo traveller, On the bus line and close to downtown this is the best spot for a stay in Palm Springs.
5.0
Lovely spot.
It's conveniently located, very clean, very comfortable.
5.0
Took a solo trip to Palm Springs and this condo was great. Good location near lots of restaurants, near the downtown area without being overly close. Property manager was very accessible. Condo had a great pool and loved the view of the mountains from the outdoor patio.
5.0
Cute place
Took a solo trip to Palm Springs and this condo was great. Good location near lots of restaurants, near the downtown area without being overly close. Property manager was very accessible. Condo had a great pool and loved the view of the mountains from the outdoor patio.
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Palm Springs?
The average price for a rental in Palm Springs is $288 per night. This rental is $80 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Twin Palms Ocotillo Lodge - Mid-Century Modern w\/Views of Mt. San Jacinto. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Twin Palms Ocotillo Lodge - Mid-Century Modern w\/Views of Mt. San Jacinto. Enjoy the water!
Is Twin Palms Ocotillo Lodge - Mid-Century Modern w\/Views of Mt. San Jacinto pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Twin Palms Ocotillo Lodge - Mid-Century Modern w\/Views of Mt. San Jacinto?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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