Entire home

Family Retreat - Voted Best Vacation Rental 2016

Photo gallery for Family Retreat - Voted Best Vacation Rental 2016

View from property
Pool | Outdoor pool
Exterior
3 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of towels on request

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Family Retreat
Family Retreat - Voted Best Vacation Rental 2016 Three Rivers

About the neighborhood

Three Rivers

Located in Three Rivers, this vacation 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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

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

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Kaweah River and within 3 mi (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 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alessa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Work Stay
Great place very relaxing just as described
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
3 rivers
Excellent representation of what to expect and a warm welcome from host.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beauty and Comfort
This property is comfortable and homey. Views of the mountains from every room. The pool was refreshing and was a perfect distance to the Sequioa National Park and to access to stores in town. The property manager was wonderful with communicating. Thank you so much! We would love to come back. LB
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Farid N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
We really enjoyed our stay at John’s Place! We had everything we needed. We were able to cook and rest comfortably.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
Nice place..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family weekend
Perfect house for a family gathering! Pool was a fun hang out for our Grand and all the adults after hiking in the Giant Sequoias. Huge decks with lots of chairs were great for outdoor meals & star gazing. Large master bedroom upstairs worked for siblings to share with both king & queen beds. Easy access to Sequoia National Park & yummy River View Grill restaurant in Three Rivers.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corinna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain View next to Sequoia National Park
The home was beautiful with a great kitchen for meals, plenty of space to spread out, with a view that did not disappoint. With a pool to cool down in, and the Sequoia National Park just down the road, we were able to visit the park and spend some downtime at this home. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Family Vacation!!
Robin the manager was super nice and made the check in process so smooth. The house was a paradise, had everything we needed from the bathrooms to the kitchen to the bedrooms. My boys fell in love with the pool. The only safety suggestion is please invest in labelling how deep the pools is, it has not signs indicating how deep it is.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zach M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sequoia Trip
Location and property were terrific. Highly recommend to anyone wishing to spend some time in Sequoia!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place on the gateway to Sequoia and Kings Canyon NP
We loved our stay in this place! It is 4 miles from the Sequoia NP entrance. Wonderful views and a nice pool to cool off in after a hot day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not just a house
This place is not just a house, feels like home. It’s spacious, comfortable, and perfect for us. The beds were all comfortable. The pool was lovely with a beautiful view of the mountains. The location is perfect, just 6 miles south of the entrance to Sequoia national park. Robbyn was easy to communicate with and very accommodating. I would love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenny L., Snellville, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Sequoia NP vacation
We stayed at the house to visit Sequoia NP. We stayed for 5 nights visiting the park and family in viscelia. We loved the house, it was an older house but there were multiple updates to the house that make it feel nice. The decks were great for morning coffee. We saw a bear one morning. The pool was a big hit, 110 temp outside and pool water was 65/70 degrees, so refreshing. Kids spent a lot of time in the pool. Large tv I family room and the wifi was good. We cooked on grill one night and enjoyed the pool patio. Definitely would stay there again and easy access up to the the national park. Three rivers had multiple places to eat after day at the park. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall, a great stay
Had a great time. Location is perfect- private and very close to National Park entrance. Interior- very clean, well-stocked kitchen, hosts obviously are kind and add nice little touches (liked the vintage post card collection!). House is NOT luxury but in good condition for a rental. Exterior- nice pool/grill. Yard a little messy in spots but again, great for a one week rental. We enjoyed it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

C S., Poulsbo, WA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to just relax!
John's Place had everything we needed to cook, sleep and share time together with family. Pool was perfect, with towels provided as well. Only issue we had was that the road to the Sequoia bid trees was closed so we had a long drive around to the main entrance. Once the road is opened, it will be a lot easier. Great VRBO!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Johns place
The house was so nice! The views and location were amazing and Robin was very accommodating. Overall, it was a great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allyson H., Orland Park IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views
John’s place is clean, has absolutely stunning views and is fully equipped with everything you could need!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim and Lisa P., Houston, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Stay
Our choice of houses was influenced by the convenient location to the National parks. Unfortunately, with the closures, that convenience was lost. However, the house fit our family's needs well with the large kitchen which was well stocked, and living areas. The bedrooms were nice, and the beds comfortable. The tub upstairs was not working, but there was a tub to use downstairs. We enjoyed the wildlife around the house - the deer, turkeys, quail, and many types of birds. Our granddaughters were happy to pick some lemons from the lemon tree in the yard to make fresh lemonade! Although the pool water was quite cool, it was warm enough to swim and our granddaughters enjoyed a swim before we left. As was mentioned in other reviews, it is an older home that looked to be in the process of having some refreshing started. Robin was very easy to work with and kept us updated with any information that we needed. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home + views!
We loved this place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and quite
This home is and location was exactly what expected. Quite neighborhood
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Vincent A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Foot Hills of California
Not a new place but clean,very peaceful,shower controls a bit odd up stairs but thats the only issue.Took a dip in the pool just because,,and it was almost as cold as the nearby snow,,hehhehe,,just as I suspected..needed to wake me up..Plenty of space,nice fireplace,super kitchen tools,,all in all a good spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bo C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Our family and friends had a great time in this cozy house. Clean, comfy and well equipped. So many little details make us feel welcomed. We definitely will come back again! Thanks John and Robin!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Location
Three Rivers
Structure Type
Private vacation home