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Family Retreat - Voted Best Vacation Rental 2016

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A pool with a view
Property grounds
We invite you to be our guest at John's Place!
Living room
View of dining area and living room
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Map
Three Rivers, CA
  • Popular LocationSequoia Foothills Chamber of Commerce3 min drive
  • Popular LocationOur Place Playground4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance7 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Back

2 Single Beds

Front

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs

1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs

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

Upstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Family Retreat - Voted Best Vacation Rental 2016

3 mi to Sequoia Park - 3bd, 2 bath, 3 decks with pool "BEST VACATION HOME 2016"

Mesmerizing views, wood throughout, 2800 sq ft comfy & clean, family-friendly

You will be rushing to get "home" from the park so that you can take a deep breath, relax and just embrace the ambiance of this spacious, well-maintained retreat of a home perched on a knoll close to the heart of Three Rivers. It was built with one thing in mind and that was to capitalize on the beauty of the High Sierra mountain range. Window after window is filled to capacity with both the native foliage of the surrounding foothills and the majesty of the high country peaks. The pool is just steps from the house and offers a view of the mountains that is unsurpassed.

You will feel right at home the moment you enter this comfortable, family-friendly home. Enter into a lounge that looks out expansive windows with views of Sequoia National Park. You choose.. kick back, read a book, surf the internet, play some games, or just gaze at the view. Just inside, you will find a cozy living room that includes a stone fireplace with firewood provided seasonally, a flat-screen TV with Firestick streaming services and tons of DVDs, and comfy furniture to melt into. The dining area is nearby with seating for 8 people. Pass through that into the sunny, window-encased kitchen overlooking the pool area. It is idyllically situated to entertain, cook and supervise the little ones playing in the pool. The kitchen is fully-equipped with a full-size oven, a dishwasher, a massive French-door refrigerator, a coffee maker, cookware, serving ware, dinnerware and flatware. All you have to bring is your food! Not the coffee, though, because we provide fresh coffee beans and Keurig pods for you along with commonly used spices.

Ground level you will find a bedroom for the kids complete with two new twin sized beds. On the opposite side of the living area is a bedroom with a new queen pillow-top mattress. This bedroom faces the mountains. Also on this floor is a bathroom with bathtub & shower.

Upstairs you will find the Grand Primary bedroom & bath. This is a huge room with a vaulted knotty pine ceiling, a California King bed and a Queen bed. The bedroom is surrounded by two huge decks, one facing Case Mountain and the other spouting unobstructed mountain views. There is a separate thermostat so that the upstairs guests can adjust the temperature to their liking. All bedrooms have window coverings.

John’s Place is perfect for groups of 4 to 8 people. You are only about 3 miles from Sequoia Nat'l Park and a couple of minutes from the quaint town of Three Rivers. If you need to stay connected electronically, fast, dependable WiFi is available at the house for you to use during your stay. For your convenience, we provide an EV charger to our guests. This home is truly a family-oriented recreational destination in itself!

Outside you will find a large unheated pool, perfect for cooling off on hot summer days. Lounge chairs offer an opportunity to relax and enjoy the views and abundant wildlife. There is a propane grill and a plethora of outdoor seating whether you would like to dine outside or just chill by the pool on a lounge chair. Our naturalistic gardens are a work-in-progress, focused on California native and Mediterranean-climate plants to attract birds and other wildlife.

We have just recently begun offering this incredible home as a rental after being off the market for several years. It was supremely popular, with over 100 great reviews that, unfortunately, could not be carried over to the new homeowner. It is still being managed by Robin who proudly manages several unique vacation homes including four that earned the title, "Best Vacation Home Rental". We would be honored if you choose John's Place for your visit to our neck of the woods.

**As of January 2024, we have a Ring camera at the main entrance to the home. It is strictly to protect the property during non-occupancy. Once you arrive, it will be disarmed until you depart.**

Property manager

Robin Castro
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Cleaning fee of $180 is based on 6 guests. There is an add'l $10 fee per guest over 6.
Guests must complete rental agreement following confirmation of reservation. Quiet time begins at 10pm (9pm in the winter).
Total number of guests must be disclosed at booking. Over-occupancy may result in reservation being terminated with no refund given.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
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

About the area

Three Rivers

Located in Three Rivers, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. General Sherman Tree is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance. Our Place Playground and Bravo Lake Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Three Rivers, CA

What's nearby

  • Kaweah River - 8 min walk
  • Sequoia Foothills Chamber of Commerce - 3 min drive
  • Our Place Playground - 4 min drive
  • Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance - 7 min drive
  • Foothills Visitor Center - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Visalia, CA (VIS-Visalia Municipal) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • River View Restaurant & Lounge - 3 min drive
  • The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge - 6 min drive
  • Three Rivers Brewing - 5 min drive
  • Pizza Factory - 6 min drive
  • Sequoia Coffee Co. - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family Retreat - Voted Best Vacation Rental 2016 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Family Retreat - Voted Best Vacation Rental 2016 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family Retreat - Voted Best Vacation Rental 2016?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Retreat - Voted Best Vacation Rental 2016?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Retreat - Voted Best Vacation Rental 2016 located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Kaweah River and within 3 miles (5 km) of Sequoia Foothills Chamber of Commerce and Our Place Playground. Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alessa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain sunrise view
We had an amazing time. The house was wonderful. Fantastic view of the mountains, especiallt nice for watching the sunrise with a cup of coffee. The furnitureif all nice and comfortable, kitchen ready for making family meals and cooking out at the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful place with everything we needed. Beautiful scenery. Felt relaxing and homey.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

William L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Work Stay
Great place very relaxing just as described
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, quiet
We really enjoyed our stay. Very nice home. Clean and comfortable home with peaceful and beautiful surroundings. Thank you, Robin!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lila S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 rivers
Excellent representation of what to expect and a warm welcome from host.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Robin Castro

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Languages:

English

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