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Stargazers’ Paradise - Charming Cottage Near Kings Canyon National Park

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Yokuts Valley, CA
  • Place, Cathaven
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Bear Mountain Library
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Giant Sequoia National Monument
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Visalia, CA (VIS-Visalia Municipal)
    ‪78 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stargazers’ Paradise - Charming Cottage Near Kings Canyon National Park

Welcome to our mountain getaway cottage! Barberry Cottage is located in the beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills. It is located only 35 mins/22 miles from Kings Canyon National Park where you can enjoy walking among the majestic giant sequoias of General Grant Grove, relaxing at Hume Lake, or adventuring in Boyden Cavern. The cottage is also a perfect location for a peaceful getaway where you can spend time simply relaxing amidst classic California scenery: oaks, pines, and the ever-changing skies.
Staying at Barberry, you will also be close to Sequoia National Park with all that it has to offer- Moro Rock, the General Sherman Tree, the Giant Forest, Tunnel Log and Crystal Cave. Cat Haven, which provides a home for over 50 big cats from around the world, is close by.
The cottage, entirely renovated with hosting in mind, is beautifully decorated and a wonderful place to relax. There are very few light sources nearby and, combined with the altitude, it makes for outstanding stargazing.
Outside you can BBQ, sit by the firepit, and enjoy the view down the valley. Birdlife is abundant and red-tailed hawks will fly close by.
Inside you have a kitchen/dining/living area, bedroom with queen bed, bathroom (tub-shower and toilet) and laundry. Upstairs is a large loft, with view of the valley, containing one queen and 2 twin beds.
Gas, a limited supply of fresh food and basic groceries, and GREAT COFFEE are 10 minutes away. A bigger selection of groceries, and pizza, are 20 minutes away. There is a restaurant 15 mins away and another 25 minutes from the cottage.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We do expect you to keep it clean and tidy, take out the trash, and look after our home as if it were your own.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Yokuts Valley

Located in Yokuts Valley, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Giant Sequoia National Monument and General Grant Tree are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cedar View Winery and Ridge Creek Dinuba Golf Club. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Yokuts Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Cathaven - 12 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Bear Mountain Library - 18 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Giant Sequoia National Monument - 23 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks - 37 min drive - 30.2 km
  • Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance - 37 min drive - 30.5 km

Getting around

  • Visalia, CA (VIS-Visalia Municipal) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bear Mountain Pizza - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Clingans Junction-Cabins + Coffee - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Gena's Sierra Inn - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Planet/ Video World - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Clingans Coffee And Deli - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stargazers’ Paradise - Charming Cottage Near Kings Canyon National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stargazers’ Paradise - Charming Cottage Near Kings Canyon National Park?

As of 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stargazers’ Paradise - Charming Cottage Near Kings Canyon National Park on 29 Jun 2026 start from £205, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Stargazers’ Paradise - Charming Cottage Near Kings Canyon National Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stargazers’ Paradise - Charming Cottage Near Kings Canyon National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stargazers’ Paradise - Charming Cottage Near Kings Canyon National Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stargazers’ Paradise - Charming Cottage Near Kings Canyon National Park located?

This family-friendly Yokuts Valley cottage is located in a rural location, 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from Cathaven, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and Giant Sequoia National Monument. Sequoia National Forest and Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay to visit the sequoias!

Great stay lovely hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great holiday stay

Home was super cute and owners were very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

The home was beautiful and quiet. Everything was well stocked and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

This house is well equipped with all that you could need. The A/C was out the first night but the property manager was quick to try to get it worked on.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A peaceful home with a country side feeling.

The home had everything we needed to enjoy cooking, relaxing and simply being in the present moment! Really enjoyed the fire pit!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property

We had an excellent stay at this property. Everything was clean, organized, and comfortable. The owner provided necessities as well as games and a really nice fire pit. The place is so cute! Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Turkey Heaven

it was perfect. there will be baby turkeys soon. Many different different birds. very homey
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful night

Was comfortable, well appointed and clean for our one night stay. Quiet, private setting.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooks W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Memories

Thanks for a fantastic home base while we explored the mountains! 5 stars!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage

Barberry Cottage was the perfect choice for our visit to Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Park. The home was private, clean, and nicely decorated. The attention to detail and all the little extras was appreciated!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay after when visiting the national parks.

Our family of four had a fun time staying here during our visit to the three national parks. The home was comfortable and clean. The kitchen was well stocked and there were enough windows to enjoy the surrounding areas. The property is well maintained, so my kids had fun playing outside in the front. I will definitely return
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Panagiotis P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage in a peaceful location

We are so glad we booked. The cottage is beautiful! Someone very thoughtful decorated and equipped it with everything you need. The surroundings are very peaceful and it was easy to find. We loved eating outside among the wildflowers or just sitting there stargazing. The hosts were very responsive. We would stay here again if we were in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arlene J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Little Cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our short stay at your lovely cottage. The place was so tastefully decorated and clean. The owner was very thoughtful and had everything you needed for your stay. There was a slight issue with the water but was addressed immediately by the owner. We would definitely recommend staying here on your visit to Sequoia National Park. Big stump park entrance was less than 30 min away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage with great extras

We loved staying here! It’s a great, private location and the house was clean and well organized. You can tell that the owners put a lot of care into it and seem to have thought of everything. There’s even a baby gate and corn hole boards. The kids enjoyed all the books and board games upstairs. The highlight of the trip was watching a summer lightning storm roll through from the expanse of the upstairs window. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Crissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and quite getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and were very comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed, including a meat thermometer! There were outside games in the shed, a fire pit, bbq, and lots of birds! Inside, they had lots of children's books and toys, a bluetooth speaker, and comfy seating. The home was exceptionally clean, beds were very comfortable. There is one bedroom downstairs and the upstairs is an open floor plan with two twin beds and a queen. My only suggestion is to bring drinking water. The tap water might be just fine, but I was glad we had picked some up at the store.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Syam P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very cozy cottage with very friendly owners

We stayed in the cottage for 3 nights just before the thanksgiving weekend. It was a great stay and we really loved the place. It had everything except the TV, but we really didn’t miss the TV that much. The owners were really helpful with all instructions on the stay as well as our trip planning 😋 We could cover a lot of the sequoia and kings canyon national parks just by following their clues. Thanks! Highly recommend if you are looking for a real break from all the city lights and be with the nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just like home cottage near Kings Canyon

This property was amazing. It was 30 minutes away from Kings Canyon and a great home base. Very secure and extremely clean. Loved the outside chairs, firepit and dining table. Anything you could need was found inside. The beds were comfortable and coffee provided was appreciated. Washer and dryer was a bonus. Decor and design of everything, made it hust like home. Thank you so much for letting us stay. :-) coffee was a bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Marcel Herle

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We love travelling and we love hosting!

Why they chose this property

This is a peaceful rural neighborhood with a world-renowned national park nearby.

What makes this property unique

Our place is quiet and secluded, with a beautiful view down the valley to the mountains beyond. It is extremely well equipped.

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English, Dutch
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