Members are in limbo as Lupin Lodge is on the market after nearly 90 years – with next buyer likely to require clothesAfter nearly 90 years as a historic nudist resort, California’s Lupin Lodge is up for sale – and its next owners are likely to require guests to wear clothes.The 112-acre Silicon Valley property became a retreat for members of the “naturist” movement in 1935. Today, its hundreds of members enjoy the resort’s clothing-optional hiking trails, pickleball court and its nude-only community pool. (Yes: the members really do hike naked.) Continue reading...
This article discusses the sale of Lupin Lodge, a historic 112-acre nudist resort in Silicon Valley. The main concept is the potential loss of the resort's nudist identity with the sale. While the property has been a haven for naturists for nearly 90 years, the new owner is likely to require clothing, bringing an end to its unique and longstanding tradition. The article highlights the dismay of current members at the prospect of this change.
Essentially, the article explores the tension between maintaining a specific subculture's unique practices and the potential economic pressures that may lead to their abandonment.
This article discusses the sale of Lupin Lodge, a historic 112-acre nudist resort in Silicon Valley. The main concept is the potential loss of the resort's nudist identity with the sale. While the property has been a haven for naturists for nearly 90 years, the new owner is likely to require clothing, bringing an end to its unique and longstanding tradition. The article highlights the dismay of current members at the prospect of this change. Essentially, the article explores the tension between maintaining a specific subculture's unique practices and the potential economic pressures that may lead to their abandonment.
