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Vacation Rental Cabin Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Dunlap, California Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 152043

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Location: Dunlap, Sequoia, Kings Canyon, Gold Country & High Sierra, California, USA (45 minutes to Fresno Yosemite Airport) View Map

Accommodations:  Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)

ROCKY RIDGE RANCH
NO RATE INCREASE SINCE WE OPENED OUR DOORS IN 2005!

When visiting Sequoia National Park or King’s Canyon National Park, enjoy your lodging in a unique two bedroom cabin located in Squaw Valley near Dunlap. The cabin is located just 18 miles from the north entrance of Sequoia/Kings Canyon National Parks and 38 miles east of Fresno Yosemite International Airport. Set in the foothills of California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains on a 160-acre private ranch in a secluded location, the fully-furnished, comfortable cabin is perfect for a honeymoon, a relaxing family retreat or an equestrian vacation. The cabin is in close proximity to all the activities offered by the diverse landscape of the Sierra Nevada Mountains including sightseeing, cross-country skiing, hiking, horseback riding, paragliding, hang gliding, rock climbing, biking, fishing and white water rafting. The ranch borders the Holy Monastery of the Theotokos at St. Nicholas Ranch. The cabin is located one mile from the Fresno Field Archers and only a few miles to the Dunlap Flight Park for paragliding and hang gliding. There is fishing and boating at nearby Pine Flat Lake where houseboat rentals are available. In late spring and early summer, enjoy exhilarating river rafting on the King’s river. Close by is the Endangered Cat Haven exhibiting a variety of rare wild cats. Three Indian gambling casinos (Chukchansi, Table Mountain and Tachi Palace) are within a 1-1/2 hour drive and Yosemite National Park is a 2-1/2 hour drive. Nearby are the towns of Fresno, Visalia, Reedley and Sanger.

King's Canyon/Sequoia National Park, and the adjoining National Forest, has 4,000,000 acres of some of the most spectacular sights and scenes anywhere in the world. Both parks have soaring mountain peaks, countless lakes, waterfalls, cascading creeks and flowering meadows. The deepest gorge in North America (even deeper than the Grand Canyon) and giant Sequoia trees are both in these very diverse parks. They are truly a masterpiece of nature. Activities in the parks and national forest include sightseeing, world-class rock climbing at Needles and Dome Rock, off-road biking, fishing, horseback riding, cross-country skiing and white water rafting.

Although there are three local restaurants, the nearest grocery store is 25 miles so it is advisable to bring your groceries. March and April are wildflower months at the ranch. Depending on the seasons you may see wild turkey, deer, bobcat, wild pig, birds of all species and other wildlife. Our small herd of longhorn cattle wander the ranch, however, the cabin is completely fenced from the cattle.

The cabin is fully furnished with dishes, pots & pans and linens; you need only bring your groceries. Escape the hectic pace of the city and relax in a rustic mountain getaway located at 2000 ft. elevation - above the valley fog and below the winter snow.

Although we occasionally have record high and record low temperatures outside the normal range, the average low and high temperatures are January, low 38, high 54; February, low 41, high 61; March, low 45, high 66; April, low 48, high 74; May, low 55, high 83; June, low 61, high 91; July, low 66, high 97; August, low 65, high 95; September, low 60, high 89; October, low 52, high 78; November, low 42, high 63; December, low 37, high 53. Summers in the last few years have been warmer than average.

(Copyright 2009 Boswell)

Vacation Rental Features

  • Amenities
    • Air Conditioning: Plus ceiling fans in every room.
    • Washer
    • Dryer
    • Linens Provided
    • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: A separate fenced area is provided for your RV, boat or horse trailer.
  • Beds
    • Queen Bed
    • Double Bed
    • Child Bed: Toddler bed
  • Entertainment
    • Cable/Satellite TV: Direct TV.
    • DVD
    • Video Library: We have a diverse, but limited, DVD collection so please feel free to bring your favorites!
  • Kitchen
    • Full Kitchen: All appliances.
    • Cooking Utensils Provided: Complete with all the dishes and glassware you will need including a coffee maker and toaster.
    • Refrigerator
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Ice Maker
  • Outdoor Features
    • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
    • Deck/Patio
  • View/Location
    • Mountain View: 160 acres of trails for hiking and horseback riding.
  • Communications
    • Telephone
  • Other Amenities
    • If you are interested in riding your own horse on the ranch (liability waiver required) or trailering to the many wonderful trails in the national forest, you may board your horse(s) (feed not included) in two 12 x 12 stalls (visible from the cabin) for $10/per horse per night.
  • Suitability
    • No Pets Allowed: No house pets.
    • Smoking Not Allowed
  • Activities (on site and nearby)
    • Zoo/Wildlife Park
    • Shopping
    • Sightseeing
    • Restaurants
    • Rafting
    • Kayaking
    • Boating
    • Waterskiing
    • Jet Skiing
    • Swimming
    • Biking
    • Mountain Biking
    • Cross Country Skiing
    • Sledding/Tubing
    • Wildlife Viewing
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Rock Climbing
    • Spelunking
    • Antiquing
    • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
    • Horseback Riding
  • Other Activities
    • Once you have confirmed your reservation at Rocky Ridge, let me help you with the latest information/reservations for your recreational entertainment (hiking, rock climbing, horseback riding, rafting on the King’s River, caving, boating, etc.). Activities such as shopping, the zoo, fine dining, cinema, Imax, etc. are in Fresno, 45 minutes away.

 

Rate Details (In US Dollars)

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$149/nt (2 nts) .. $139/nt (3 to 6 nts) .. $875/wk for 1 to 4 guests.
($169 FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY) $10 for each additional person per night.
Deposit: 50% of total rent is required to hold your reservation.
Refunds: Cancellation with at least 30 days notice - no fee charged.
Cancellation less than 30 days, 50% of your deposit is forfeited.
Cash, checks and money orders accepted.
Check In 3 PM - Check Out 11 AM

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

Dates available: Year Round (IF NO RESPONSE TO YOUR EMAIL IN 24 HRS, PLEASE CALL FOR RESERVATIONS!)
Before contacting us, please check our calendar for your desired dates.

Note: Each property is individually owned or managed.

Map & Owner's Profile

 
 

Year Purchased: 2005

Why the Owner Chose Dunlap

We love our home in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and hope that by sharing our wide-open spaces with you, you will get a glimpse of why Rocky Ridge Ranch is so special to us. On our 160 acres many animals make their home. We have birds of all kinds as well as wild turkeys. The other animals include badger, weasel, fox, wild pig, bobcat, deer, mountain lion and bear. Our very warm summers leave the foothills dry and gold but still having a unique beauty. Early rains will sometimes bring the start of green grass in late October or early November as the acorns are falling from the oak trees. While the valley below can experience dense fog, our 2000-foot elevation has mostly bright sunny days. Occasionally, the winter months may bring a few inches of snow, however, only a short drive on Highway 180 to the higher elevations in the parks typically finds lots more snow for your enjoyment.

The Unique Benefits at this Cabin

Staying at Rocky Ridge Ranch is the best of both worlds - visiting the parks by day and having a terrific home base at night. What could be better at the end of a vacation day than a tastefully decorated, comfortable and cozy cabin? After a money saving meal you prepared in a thoroughly equipped kitchen you can linger around the dining table to plan the next day's activities from the guide books prepared by your host. Lounge in the family room to browse through the DVD library, books, puzzles and games. Before you call it a day, just think how much money you saved by not booking an expensive but uninviting room at a tourist lodge. Then take your pick of a very comfortable bed in either the “COWBOY bedroom” or the “INDIAN bedroom” - sweet dreams.

 

Owner's Map of Dunlap

Your hosts, Sandy and Herb, hiking to the top of "LITTLE BALDY" in Sequoia National Park, on Sandy's 66th birthday!

 

Property Photos

Guest Comments (15)

  • 08/20/09
    Positive Rating
    Susan Worden ,
    • We stayed at Rocky Ridge for a week in July 2009. The cottage is quite lovely, wonderfully quiet and restful, with all of the comforts of home. We really loved our stay and enthusiastically recommend it. Thank you, Sandy and Herb!
  • 08/06/09
    Positive Rating
    • We stayed in the cabin near the end of July. The cabin is great with a lot of western decorations. It is very clean and well kept up. Herb and Sandy are very responsive to any needs one might have. The parks are close. There are some nice places to eat. I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Tom, Cindy, and Jessica
  • 07/12/09
    Positive Rating
    Gloria & Jared , FL/NE
    • My son and I had a wonderful 2 night stay at the ranch. We both loved it!! Perfect location and the amenities felt like home, only better. Would love to come back again. Sandy was very accommodating and friendly. Thanks for letting us enjoy your cabin.
  • 07/04/09
    Positive Rating
    • My friends and I really enjoy staying in Rocky Ridge ranch. We spent a great amount of time searching for a place with a reasonable rate, and we were glad we found this place. Unlike any other places, this cabin has no hidden fee! The owners, Herb and Sandy, are really nice people. They took a great care in responding emails and telephone calls. The cabin itself is really nice. It's new and well equipped. We didn't have any problem with gas, electricity, or hot water. I would definitely go back to this place if I have a chance to visit Sequoia again.
  • 09/02/08
    Positive Rating
    Drew and Jill Williams ,
    • We absolutely loved our stay in the cabin. It was clean and well taken care of and Sandy and Herb were helpful and informative during our stay. It was obvious they took great pride in their ranch. It was the perfect location from the parks and you cannot miss out on the Bear Mountain Pizza experience after a day on the trails. Thanks once again, for your hospitality and making our honeymoon memorable.
  • 07/11/08
    Positive Rating
    Lynn and Anabelle , Deland, Florida
    • My family and I were so happy to stay at Rocky Ridge Ranch! Our girls loved waking up in the morning seeing the cattle and playing with the horses. The ranch was immaculate and beautifully decorated - we loved coming back from our long hikes to such a wonderful, comfortable place. I would highly recommend Rocky Ridge Ranch if you are staying in California. The atmosphere and Sandy's warm hospitality just can't be beat. Thanks Sandy and Herb! Lynn, John, Anabelle, and Aliyah Deland, Florida
  • 06/25/08
    Positive Rating
    Laura , Los Angeles, CA
    • Wonderfully serene cabin in a beautiful part of California. My parents and I stayed for a few days and were thoroughly impressed by the attention to detail Sandy and Herb have invested in the property. The cabin is clean, fully furnished and tastefully decorated. Views are of the Sierra foothills and valley, not to mention coyotes and cattle. It is a scenic, 20 minute to the Big Stump entrance of Sequoia NP -- conveniently located near the sights of both Sequoia and Kings Canyon. The owners are friendly and available to guests, but the property allows for complete privacy if that's what you're looking for. Highly recommended all around!
  • 06/01/08
    Positive Rating
    Nasser , Mountain View, CA
    • We stayed at Rocky Ridge this May, and absolutely loved it. The cabin is in a beautiful area with nice mountain views. Inside the cabin is meticulously clean, brand new, and well decorated. Everything you need is there (dishes, glasses, extra towels, salt and pepper, tea bags, you name it), and above all, the owners Sandy and Herb are such lovely and nice people. The bedrooms are nice and comfortable with closet space, the shower is great and you won't have any problems with hot water. The living room is cozy and nice for sitting and talking, and so is the front porch. We really loved this place. It's a 20 minute drive (beautiful road) to the Kings Canyon entrance of the park (North part). The longhorns are amazing - You definitely want to see them. And the Pizza place down the road has great Pizza. So - if you're looking for a place to stay at in the area I would definitely recommend Rocky Ridge. The price is right and there's no hidden fees, cleaning fees, etc. Go for it! Next time we want to take a vacation in this area we will certainly call Sandy Back.
  • 05/14/08
    Positive Rating
    Lorene , Corona del Mar, CA
    • Susan....We enjoyed a great weekend at your wonderful cabin last month. I keep telling our friends how great it is to stay at your beautiful and quiet ranch. It was especially fun for us to get up early in the morning and hike around the property and discover the wild turkeys roaming around. Thanks again for the accommodations and we hope to see you again next year.
  • 04/08/08
    Positive Rating
    Narelle and Craig , Melbourne, Australia
    • Wow! What a fantastic cabin. My boyfriend, Craig and I stayed for 4 nights in March 2008 and we loved every minute we spent at Rocky Ridge Ranch. The cabin is in excellent condition and had absolutely everything we needed. We loved the serenity and the privacy but it was great to know the lovely owners, Sandy and Herb weren't too far away in case you needed them. We couldn't believe how quick it was to get to the National Park and spent lots of time up there, admiring the beauty and sledding! Both of us have everything positive to say about Rocky Ridge Ranch and would encourage anyone to stay there! Sandy and Herb, this is a fabulous property and thanks so much for having us. Hopefully we'll make it back one day. From this Aussie, it's definitely "two thumbs up!" Cheers!

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Dates available: Year Round (IF NO RESPONSE TO YOUR EMAIL IN 24 HRS, PLEASE CALL FOR RESERVATIONS!)
Before contacting us, please check our calendar for your desired dates.

Note: Each property is individually owned or managed.

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