55+ living · Coachella Valley

Getaway Floor Plan – Desert Retreat (Indio, CA)

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Approx. 1,444 Sq Ft | 2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Covered Patio | 2-Car Garage

The Getaway is exactly what the name suggests — clean, simple, and efficient. This is one of those layouts that just makes sense the moment you walk through it.

If you value smart space planning over unnecessary square footage, this floor plan delivers.

Why Buyers Like the Getaway

Smart Bedroom Separation

The primary suite is positioned on one side of the home, while the secondary bedroom sits on the opposite wing.

That separation creates:

  • Real privacy for guests

  • A comfortable home office option

  • A layout that doesn’t feel cramped or shared

For a 1,444 sq ft home, this split design makes it live larger than expected.

Wide Open Main Living Area

The living room, kitchen, and dining space flow together in one continuous open layout.

There are no awkward pinch points.
No wasted hallway square footage.

Instead, you get:

  • A full-width living room

  • A natural dining area

  • A centrally located kitchen that connects everything

This is an easy home to entertain in and an easy home to maintain.

 Efficient Kitchen Placement

The kitchen sits in the center of the home, functioning as the heart of the layout.

It connects directly to:

  • The dining area

  • The living room

  • The hallway to the secondary bedroom

It keeps everything accessible without feeling closed off.

Primary Suite Simplicity

The primary bedroom is generously sized for this square footage category and includes:

  • A comfortable sleeping area

  • Walk-in closet

  • Private bath layout

It’s straightforward, functional, and easy to furnish.

Who the Getaway Is Perfect For

  • Buyers downsizing but not ready to compromise on comfort

  • Seasonal residents wanting lock-and-leave simplicity

  • Couples who want privacy between primary and guest spaces

  • Buyers who prefer lower base price + upgrade flexibility

If you don’t need a flex room or den, and you want clean efficiency, this plan hits the mark.

Things to Consider

Because the layout is streamlined:

  • There is no dedicated office space (unless you convert the secondary bedroom)

  • Entertaining works beautifully, but larger gatherings will rely on the open great room design

  • Storage is practical, but not oversized compared to larger plans in the community

For many buyers, that’s the point — minimal excess, maximum usability.

Desert Retreat construction update: View all 11 September 25, 2026 photos of the Oasis Clubhouse and new homes.

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