Ocotillo Lodge Palmer & Krisel-Designed Retreat For Sale – Palm Springs, CA

Built by the Alexander Construction Company in 1957 is this one bedroom, one bathroom Palmer & Krisel-designed condominium back on the market in the Ocotillo Lodge in Palm Springs, CA. Measuring in at only 525 square feet, this efficient second-floor unit has been fully refurbished and carries an asking price of $180,000 with monthly HOA dues of $361, and includes furnishings.

Front patio and entry

Designed as a vacation retreat to lure prospective home buyers to the Coachella Valley, the Ocotillo lodge offers attainable midcentury modern for those looking for a second home or a vacation rental. Located on the second floor, this unit is located along the north side of the complex, offering glimpse views of the mountain from the front patio and high interior windows.

Entry, kitchen and dining nook

Kitchen and dining nook

Kitchen 

Kitchen 

Inside, the open beamed ceilings are still in place, but just about everything else in this unit is brand new. The kitchen has been refurbished, at the sacrifice of original cabinetry and appliances, with new, white-high-gloss cabinets, GE Artistry Series appliances, composite counters and a composite of warm grey tile accents. Additional storage has been built into the dining nook, and vintage lighting hangs over the dining room table.

Kitchen and living room 

Living room 

Living room 

The living room, open to the kitchen and dining nook, features a large sliding glass door accessing the front patio and high windows set beneath the wide Ocotillo Lodge overhangs. Flor tiles set above crisp white floors offer a spot of color, and helps define the living area.

Bedroom 

Bedroom 

Bedroom 

Bathroom 

The bedroom is relatively diminutive in size, but features the same high windows as the living room offering glimpse mountain and palm tree views, while a patterned wallpaper accent wall gives the room a fun, hip vibe. The bathroom has undergone a complete renovation as well, with new high-gloss vanity, fixtures, and backsplash tilework. The mosaic tile wall in the shower surround was the only surviving original feature of this unit, and still appears relevant in this restoration.

This unit offers a ready-to-go lifestyle, being sold fully-furnished. It’s a perfect vacation retreat, rental or second home for those looking for a low maintenance, lock & leave midcentury sanctuary.

Check out the full listing on Redfin.com here: 1111 East Palm Canyon Drive #223

Or Zillow.com here: 1111 East Palms Canyon Drive #223

Ocotillo Lodge Midcentury Modern Condominium For Sale – Palm Springs, CA

Conceived by the Alexander Construction Company as a luxurious getaway to lure prospective vacationers and home buyers to the Coachella Valley, the Ocotillo Lodge offers efficient and affordable modernism for those looking for an escape from the 9-5. Designed by Palmer & Krisel and built in 1957, this one bedroom one bathroom 525 square-foot unit sits on the ground floor of the Lodge with north-facing views. Last sold in 2013 for $145,000, the current asking price of this condominium is $185,000 with monthly HOA dues of $352.

Living room

Living room and patio

The living room features signature Krisel walls of glass overlooking the patio. Charcoal grey carpeting adds warmth and midcentury charm to the room, while white porcelain tiles line the kitchen and dining area.  

Living room and kitchen

The original kitchen was removed and updated in 2012, with white gloss Ikea cabinetry and euro-style appliances. Cabinetry extending to the full height of the ceiling and a space-saving undermount fridge maximizes limited space.

Bedroom

Bedroom and bath

The singular bedroom and bath are both accessed off of the living room, with the bedroom overlooking the patio with a floor-to-ceiling glass slider. Mirrored closet doors augment the space, allowing for additional daylight to be reflected within the interior space.

Bathroom

Like the kitchen, the bathroom was also updated in 2012, featuring a double-sink Ikea Godmorgon vanity, an extremely popular and common vanity seen time and time again in midcentury renovations. The shower and surround are tiled in high-gloss white porcelain tiles, and a sleek glass partition wall keeps the enclosure bright and open.

Patio

Patio

The outdoor patio allows for additional living space, with enough room for lounge chairs and a dining table. A small white-rocked planter adds a nice minimialist touch to the space, and views of palms and Mount San Jacinto add romance to the space.

The Ocotillo Lodge is a perfect second home lock-and-leave community, and the association covers all electricity, water, gas and cable, making this the perfect midcentury modern retreat.

Check out the full listing on Redfin.com here: 1111 East Palm Canyon Drive #121

Or Zillow.com here: 1111 East Palm Canyon Drive #121

Renovated Ocotillo Lodge Condominium For Sale – Palm Springs, CA

It’s been a while since we’ve seen a condominium unit at the Palmer & Krisel-designed Ocotillo Lodge hit the market. This 525 square foot unit incorporates one bedroom, one bathroom and an tranquil private ground-floor patio with an asking price of $184,500 and monthly HOA dues of $361.

This unit incorporates the best of both worlds – classic mid-century architecture and modern renovations performed with respect to the traits that made mid-century great – clean lines, minimal ornamentation and lack of excessiveness.

Living Room

Living, dining and kitchen

As this is a two-room unit like most others at the Ocotillo Lodge, minimalism is important. The living room features those signature Krisel-walls of glass, sliders which access the private patio. Unfortunately the open beamed ceilings appear to have been replaced with can lights and drywall, presumably adding an additional layer of sound buffering between the ceiling and upstairs unit, however there is always the potential to restore if desired.

Dining and kitchen

Kitchen

Dining, kitchen and hall to bedroom

The kitchen has been updated with clean-lined modern cabinetry, white composite counters and efficiency-sized stainless steel appliances. A clean, multi-tonal grey tile backsplash has been added to the walls, giving the kitchen a sleek, modern appearance. The kitchen area also incorporates a small eat-in dining area that lies between the open kitchen and living area.

Bedroom with signature walls of glass

Bedroom features updated closet doors

Updated bathroom with popular Ikea vanities

The single bedroom also incorporates those signature walls of glass overlooking the small patio area. The closets have been updated with opaque sliding doors, while more can lights fill the ceiling. The bathroom has been tastefully updated as well, with multi-tonal warm grey mosaic tiles on the walls surrounding the shower. The ever-popular Ikea Godmorgon bathroom vanity makes an appearance here, which has to be one of the single-most popular cabinet choices for mid-century renovations within 250 miles of an Ikea.

North-facing patio is private & provides mountain views

Inviting patio becomes an extension of living area

The north-facing private patio has been fully tiled with the same floor covering found throughout the unit, which allows for the seamless blending of the indoors and out. It also creates additional seasonal living space with mountain views, making the unit feel larger than it is. 

This is a great example of a well-done vacation home, and a perfect mid-century escape at an affordable price.

Check out the full listing on Redfin.com here: 1111 East Palm Canyon Drive #109

Or Zillow.com here: 1111 East Palm Canyon Drive #109

Two Krisel Condos in the Ocotillo Lodge – Palm Springs, CA

For those of you looking for that perfect vacation home there’s no better place than the 1957 Palmer & Krisel-designed Ocotillo Lodge in Palm Springs, California. Here’s a pair of 525 square-foot one bedroom, one bathroom condos waiting for their new owner.

The first condo available is a second-story unit, featuring one bedroom and one bathroom, with an asking price of $130,000. The monthly HOA fees are $360/month. This small unit features an original kitchenette, signature Krisel open-beamed ceilings and original bathroom.

These units aren’t huge, and there’s some color choices in this one that seem to enhance the diminutiveness of this condominium rather than enlarge it. The beige tile also make this unit feel somewhat smaller than it is. This home is begging for a white terrazzo or quartz floor to brighten it up. We definitely dig that vintage oven and the mosaics in the bath.  This is a fun unit with loads of potential to be that oasis getaway we all want. Here’s a chance to make it your own!

Check out the Redfin photos here: 1111 East Palm Canyon Drive #223

Or Zillow here: 1111 East Palm Canyon Drive #223

The next unit available is another second-story unit that’s been completely remodeled. The remodel on this one is very traditional, which unfortunately does not quite fir the mid-mod origins of the building. The original open-beamed ceilings have been drywalled over, and crown molding has been added. The kitchen has been interestingly opened up, making the space feel a bit larger.

The unit is in good condition and shows well. There’s just something about the heavy use of beiges and browns that make this unit feel older and more generic than a mid-mod gem. It’ll definitely appeal to someone’s tastes, and may eventually make a good restoration candidate. If you’re looking for a long-term investment, this may be a good opportunity, as all furnishings are being sold with the unit.

Check out the Redfin photos here: 1111 East Palm Canyon Drive #215

Or Zillow here: 1111 East Palm Canyon Drive #215