Private Cottage to nurture the soul

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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2600 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Barbecue grill
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Air conditioning

Explore the area

MIRAMONTE, CA

Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance
‪19 min drive‬
Grant Grove Visitor Center
‪24 min drive‬
General Grant Tree
‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway near the entrance to Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Park. Located on a 15 acre property, with access to a 100 acre private cattle ranch nearby. Plenty of trails for those wonderful and peaceful walks. Our apartment boasts privacy, along with amenities only found in fancier hotels. Refrigerator has bottled water for our guests, as well as a complimentarily breakfast.

Property manager

John Welsh

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Breakfast included

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check in - If full payment has not been made within 48 hours of check-in, guests will be required to pay balance in CASH prior to receiving keys.

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Miramonte

Located in Miramonte, this holiday home is in the mountains. Giant Sequoia National Monument and General Grant Tree are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Giant Forest and Lemon Hill Marina. Cathaven and Our Place Playground are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

MIRAMONTE, CA

What's nearby

Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance - 19 min drive - 18.0 km
Grant Grove Visitor Center - 24 min drive - 23.1 km
General Grant Tree - 28 min drive - 24.4 km
Hume Lake - 42 min drive - 40.0 km
General Sherman Tree - 65 min drive - 63.9 km

Restaurants

‪Twin Valleys - ‬15 min drive
‪Pinehurst Lodge - ‬7 min drive
‪Grant Grove Restaurant - ‬24 min drive
‪Sister's Mountain House - ‬13 min drive
‪General Grant Tree - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Cottage to nurture the soul pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Private Cottage to nurture the soul?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Cottage to nurture the soul?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Cottage to nurture the soul located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 3.6 mi (5.9 km) from Giant Sequoia National Monument and within 12 miles (20 km) of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance. Big Stump Trail is 11.8 mi (19 km) away.

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

David P.

14 May, 2025

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

Quiet and cozy

John and Tracie were amazing! Highly recommended!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

DONALD l.

11 Apr, 2025

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

Cozy in the countryside

Great

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherry F.

14 Feb, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

12 Sept, 2024

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

Perfect Name

This truly is a cozy cottage. Enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan e.

10 Aug, 2024

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

Sequoia destination

We had a great time and enjoyed Traci and John so much. They have thought of whatever you might need and provide a great breakfast and other amenities. The place is clean and the bed is comfortable. Loved it!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel J.

5 Aug, 2024

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

Amazing Stay

My husband and I stayed here for 3 nights. From the minuted we checked in the hosts were amazing. Not only were they super accommodating but nice and funny. They really go above and beyond to make your stay very comfortable and special. Around the area there isn't much since the location its close to the parks. They have plenty of food (hot &cold) you can purchase from them at a very low cost. This was super convenient and we really took advantage of this perk. With your stay breakfast its provided which consisted of scramble eggs and waffles. Breakfast was delicious and perfect to start the day. highly recommended if you are visiting the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

31 Jul, 2024

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

Peaceful retreat

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Astrid

14 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

We had a great stay at the cozy cottage. Traci and John are very kind hosts and made sure everything was alright for us. They even prepared a delicious breakfast in the morning. The cottage was beautifully decorated and clean. A highlight were the wild turkeys that greeted us upon arrival outside in the frontyard. Thank you for having us, John and Traci.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sondra T.

26 Jun, 2024

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

Cozy cottage

Excellent hosts, spacious adorable space, a little far from amenities but the hosts provide food and drink for very nominal prices. Hosts were a wealth of information!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle V.

16 Mar, 2024

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

Cozy cottage is sooo cozy

We stayed four nights, as the location was close to Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Park. The hosts were so hospitable and the cottage was super cute and comfortable.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget M.

22 Jan, 2024

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

Adorable and Safe space

My friend and I stayed here all the way from the east coast. John and Tracy love hosting. The space they created is very private and we enjoyed the stories they shared, they had a fridge filled with groceries, brought us breakfast every morning, and gave us umbrellas when it was raining. The space was so clean and cozy. Loved the experience!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G., Rancho Mission Viejo, California

14 Nov, 2023

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

A great hidden mountain hideway with great hosts

Like a hidden gym this cottage is a great stay for visiting King Canyon or Sequoia or just enjoying the calm nature in the mountains. John is a great breakfest cook and we loved the talks and hints Traci and John provided to us for our daytrips to the National Parks. The big tube is a great plus for relaxing at evenings and the cottage is just perfect for two and really clean and in perfect shape. Also if you missed the grocery they will take care of you with a packed fridge ;-).

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark s., santa fe new mexico

13 Oct, 2023

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

enjoyable

hosts go the extra mile, and we benefited

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W.

19 Sept, 2023

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

Kings Canyon hiking

Enjoyed the huge soak tub after a day of hiking

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul S., ANDOVER

8 Sept, 2023

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

Comfort on the ranch!

John & Traci are great hosts. They greeted us upon arrival and brought tasty breakfast the next morning. Thank you both for your hospitality!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 Jul, 2023

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

Wonderful hospitality

From the moment we came on the property to the time we left, our hosts were so responsive and friendly. John made homemade waffles and scrambled eggs for breakfast and even had them made in advance since we were leaving so early hour last night. There was meals, snacks, and beverages for sale in our unit. If you are going to Sequoia or Kings Canyon and want to stay outside the parks, this is a perfect place. It takes about 25 minutes from the park entrance at Kings Canyon. It is a very quiet area in the country. Every detail from the towels to, the snacks and more were absolutely perfect. I would stay here again for sure. Thank you for the wonderful stay while touring the National Parks!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendra B.

30 Jun, 2023

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

An awesome home base for my exploration of Sequoia and Kings Canyon!

The whole cottage was comfortable and cozy, and that bathtub after a long day of hiking was amazing. The hosts made sure I had a hot breakfast every morning, and I was visited by wild turkeys and a friendly rooster. I would absolutely stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ted B., Carencro LA

13 Jun, 2023

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

Great Property

My husband and I loved our stay. The cottage was perfectly described. The owners were fantastic. The breakfast that was delivered to us in the morning was a special treat. We would definitely stay again. Location was close to Kings Canyon. Sequoia was closed due to road damage. Great location.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

April S.

20 Apr, 2023

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

Cozy cottage experience

If you're wondering if the reviews are accurate about this place...they are!! The experience that the hosts give you begin when you arrive! So welcoming & inviting. My boyfriend and I felt like it was "our place." Love that they make us breakfast in the morning. Very lovely here and would come again!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicky C.

13 Mar, 2023

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

Lovely stay

We had a great time staying at John and Tracy’s! The place was perfect and exactly as described. Very clean with extra bedding and towels. John and Tracy were super sweet and brought us eggs and pancakes in the morning which was a great treat for us. They also let us know it was ok to walk around their property and do some exploring. The surrounding area is super beautiful and peaceful and quiet. Very cool to see wild turkeys just walking around chillen 😂. Being in such a rural area both John and Tracy made sure we were ok and knew where to go for food and which roads were the best to take. I really appreciated their care. They win 5 stars in my book and I totally recommend this place to anyone and everyone.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wanda G., Chanute, Kansas

18 Nov, 2022

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

Kings Canyon Stay

This was the cutest little bungalow with the nicest people! The area was a short distance from Kings Canyon visitor center. There’s not much around this stay as far as restaurants but the hosts have microwaveable meals in case your not prepared and left us homemade bread, jelly, wine etc. They were very gracious and welcoming!

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by John Welsh

We have lived near the entrance to Kings Canyon National Park for 20 years. Our life's experiences, as well as our work experience, have helped us to understand, and flourish in the Hospitality business. Our aim is to provide our guests with a wonderful experience, and provide a home that each and every guest will love, and call their own.

Why they chose this property

Our property is conveniently located on a paved county road. It is a single story, with very easy access. Other properties in the area are very old, dirt roads, and are in conditions not worthy of a stay (in our opinion). Our property boasts old growth oaks, pines, manzanita, and plenty of room to enjoy nature. In addition to our 15 acre property where we live and host, we also have a 100 acre cattle ranch which our guests have access to. There you will find a seasonal creek, along with miles of trails, views, and above all else, serenity with no other humans present (other than a caretaker).

What makes this property unique

Aside from our easy access, our cottage is decorated to be pleasing to the eye, and comfort for the soul. Our guests find the comfort so amazing that they almost always make themselves at home. Our Cottage is a single floor plan, where there are no stairs required, no animal barns with farm-like aromas, and personal attentiveness is provided by both of us, unlike other locations where the owners are not present to meet the needs of each and every guest. In addition to the above, we pride ourselves on cleanliness. Each and every linen, including comforters is washed prior to each guests arrival. Extra linens are provided as well. Lastly, our large yard, as well as a 1 acre pasture for your personal enjoyment is available to each and every guest.