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Nestled at the base of Mount San Jacinto lies The Willows Historic Palm Springs Inn and the famous O’Donnell House. The house, designed by architect William Charles Tanner in 1925, rests quietly on the bluff above the Palm Springs Art Museum and served as the winter home of Thomas O’Donnell and his wife, Dr. Winnifred Willis Jenny. Then known as Ojo del Desierto, or Eye of the Desert, the beautiful 4,100 square foot Medieval home evokes the grandeur and opulence of the roaring 20s.
A stunning mountain backdrop creates the perfect setting for your ideal ceremony and celebration. The lush desert gardens will envelop your guests in a fairytale-like setting, allowing your wedding vision to come to life. Settled on four acres of land, the patio at the O’Donnell House presents a picturesque venue for a fun and lively reception celebration, along with gorgeous views of the mountains and valley below. In 2011, The O’Donnell House was added to the National Register of Historic Places and will create wedding memories to last a lifetime.
The O'Donnell House
EST. 2001
- Photographer: Wes Sumner
- Photographer: Wes Sumner
- Photographer: Wes Sumner
- Photographer: Wes Sumner
- Photographer: Wes Sumner
- Photographer: Wes Sumner
- Photographer: Wes Sumner
- Photographer: Wes Sumner
- Photographer: Wes Sumner
- Photographer: Wes Sumner
- Photographer: Wes Sumner
- Photographer: Wes Sumner
- Photographer: Wes Sumner
- Photographer: Wes Sumner
- Photographer: Wes Sumner
- Photographer: Wes Sumner
- Photographer: Wes Sumner
- Photographer: Wes Sumner
- Photographer: Wes Sumner
- Photographer: Lauren Scotti
- Photographer: Lauren Scotti
- Photographer: Lauren Scotti
- Photographer: Lauren Scotti
- Photographer: Lauren Scotti
- Photographer: Lauren Scotti
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- Photographer: Courtesy of The O'Donnell House
- Photographer: Courtesy of The O'Donnell House
- Photographer: Courtesy of The O'Donnell House
- Photographer: Courtesy of The O'Donnell House
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Retreat to the "Ojo del Desierto," or Eye of the Desert, that has been restored to its former 1930s glory.
Completed in 1925, this two-story desert getaway was the highest home in Palm Springs until the 1960s, and is now the home to rare tile floors, redwood ceilings, breathtaking mountain views and antique furnishings.
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Desert Oasis
Mediterranean
Romantic
Spanish
Venue Setting
Capacity
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
- Price range
- Does this include catering fees?
No
- Estimated price per head
from $80 to $175
- Insurance
Additional Insurance May Be Required Depending On The Event
(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)
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Weddings
In stark contrast to the grey desert surrounding it, Palm Springs always shines with its lively and colorful flowers, cool mid-century architecture, and destination getaway vibe. It’s no surprise that the vibrant, celebratory nature of this desert oasis has become a primo destination for weddings in the past few years, and we can’t get enough of that undeniable Palm Springs style.
From private estates in the mountains to charming boutique hotels, from pool party central to peaceful Mediterranean digs, this little town has more wedding venue options than there are pool floatie styles. If a gorgeous California wedding is what you crave, take the tour of all the best wedding venues in Palm Springs with us. We have but one warning: don’t touch the cacti.
Reporter: Alyssa Brown
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Paper Goods: Invitation and Save the Date Design by friend, Danny Jones | Illustrated Map of Palm Springs by friend, Kenesha Sneed | Printing Letterpress: Mama’s Sauce | Envelope Calligraphy: Little Cat Creative
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Event Planning & Floral Design: Hello Gem | Rentals: Modi Event Supply
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Event Planning & Floral Design: Hello Gem | Tabletop Rentals: Borrowed Blu & Classic Party Rentals
Event Planning & Floral Design: Hello Gem | Tabletop Rentals: Borrowed Blu & Classic Party Rentals
Event Planning & Floral Design: Hello Gem | Tabletop Rentals: Borrowed Blu & Classic Party Rentals
Event Planning & Floral Design: Hello Gem | Cocktails: The Spare Room Off-Site
Event Planning & Floral Design: Hello Gem | Cake & Cupcakes: Alana Jones Mann
Event Planning & Floral Design: Hello Gem | Cake & Cupcakes: Alana Jones Mann
Event Planning & Floral Design: Hello Gem
Floral Design: Bloomwell Co
Floral Design: Bloomwell Co
Floral Design: Bloomwell Co
Floral Design: Bloomwell Co
Floral Design: Bloomwell Co | Caterer: Canyon Catering
Nestled at the base of Mount San Jacinto lies The Willows Historic Palm Springs Inn and the famous O’Donnell House.
Then known as Ojo del Desierto, or Eye of the Desert, the beautiful 4,100 square foot Medieval home evokes the grandeur and opulence of the roaring 20s.
In 2011, The O’Donnell House was added to the National Register of Historic Places and will create wedding memories to last a lifetime.
The lush desert gardens will envelop your guests in a fairytale-like setting, allowing your wedding vision to come to life.
A stunning mountain backdrop creates the perfect setting for your ideal ceremony and celebration.
The house, designed by architect William Charles Tanner in 1925, rests quietly on the bluff above the Palm Springs Art Museum and served as the winter home of Thomas O’Donnell and his wife, Dr. Winnifred Willis Jenny.
