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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3105 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

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Kernville, CA
  • The Kern Valley Museum
    16 min walk
  • Kern River Valley Historical Society
    17 min walk
  • Cannell Trail
    18 min walk

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About the area

Kernville

A family-friendly stay in Kernville awaits you at this holiday home. Within steps you'll find Sequoia National Forest and Kern River. Highlights at this holiday home include free WiFi, a fireplace and a balcony. .Home features a sofa bed, a fenced private garden and a Smart TV. In-room dining is easy with amenities like a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a fitness centre, a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Kernville holiday home include Kern River Valley Historical Society and The Kern Valley Museum.

What's nearby

  • The Kern Valley Museum - 16 min walk
  • Kern River Valley Historical Society - 17 min walk
  • Dry Meadow Creek - 20 min walk
  • Sierra South Mountain Sports - 3 min drive
  • Kernville Chamber of Commerce - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Inyokern, CA (IYK) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kern River Brewing Co - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Barn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Big Blue Bear - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cheryl's Diner - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sportsman's Inn - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The Kern River House: River's Edge Cottage Private Waterfront Fireplace Dog OK

Welcome to the River's Edge Cottage - Your Private Waterfront Retreat

In a beautiful riverfront setting, your 3-person Suite has a gated driveway, private entrance, kitchenette/dining area, and fireplace. Meet the river as soon as you arrive! It's the entire riverside floor of a large 2-story house. The upper portion of the house is not rented and will be unoccupied during your stay. The house, ample property grounds and riverfront are yours alone to enjoy. Relax with the Kern River in your backyard.

HOME LAYOUT:
The Main Room has a Queen bed and an attached Living Room with a deep sofa that's size of twin bed. Off the Main Room is a Kitchenette with Fridge/Freezer, Countertop Oven and Electric Cooktop, and Microwave. Inside Dining Area for 4. Outside has a large dining table for 6 with a Weber propane BBQ (propane is provided).

PLEASE NOTE: there’s no full-size oven nor traditional stovetop, no dishwasher. The Kitchen is all set up for casual meal preparation.

Off the Kitchenette is a Full Bathroom with a large walk-in Shower.
The Fireplace Lounge is separated by short hallway from Main Room. The Lounge a rugged stone wood-burning fireplace. We provide firewood bundles for sale.
The Fireplace Lounge has classic entertainment such as a record player, board games and puzzles. Also includes a cozy Queen sofa bed and its own outdoor access through a sliding glass door.

PLEASE NOTE: To walk from the Fireplace Lounge to the Kitchenette and Bathroom, you'd have to enter the Main Room. This bedroom layout is best for small families or couples.

HOME FEATURES:
Unobstructed and commanding views of the riverscape and rugged mountains beyond from every room. We use local wood on the walls and local river stone on the fireplace. Our home was designed to bring elements of the landscape into the space for a peaceful, natural experience. Your private escape provides comfortable, thoughtfully designed spaces and modern conveniences - curated in a rustic modern style with vintage artwork, favorite books/games, record player and cozy furniture with plenty of room for family and friends.

PROPERTY and RIVER ACCESS:
Gated driveway with room for 2 cars and ample street parking. Electric Vehicle Charging Level 2 from driveway always available.
The entire property is fenced from front to backyard with lockable gates. Past the backyard fence is a quaint, historical river water canal that is crossed by a short footbridge with security handrails. After the bridge crossing is the river's edge concrete patio with lounge chairs & a picnic table.
This patio area has a metal handrail only, no fence. There's a natural boulder path with a handrail down to the river water. You must be sure-footed to access the water.
There’s a very nice swimming area at the house depending on the season & weather - please ask us about what to expect during your stay :)
Outside you'll find native plant-filled terraces, sitting areas, hammock and mature shade trees. Large patio and riverfront setting invites you to enjoy a BBQ or picnic lunch, or simply lounge on the deck. Enjoy the river going by.

WHAT WE PROVIDE:

Inside Amenities
Bedding (linens, blankets, pillows), Bath Towels, Hand Soap/Shower Gel/Shampoo/Conditioner, Hairdryer, Iron/Board, Pack 'n Play with Sheet, Folding Highchair, Crib with Mattress & Sheet (only with prior request), Robes, Travel Blackout Curtains, Portable Speaker, Board Games/Puzzles, Curated Reading Library, Record Player with record selection, Firewood for sale (seasonal)

Kitchen Amenities
Local Roasted Ground Coffee and Coffee Pods, Drip Coffee Machine with filter, Keurig Machine and French Press, Bagged Teas/Creamer Pods/Sweeteners, Paper Towels/Napkins, Cleaning Supplies, Dishes/Silverware/Drinkware/Kitchen Knives, Kids' Dinnerware/Silverware/Drinkware, Pots/Pans/Kitchen Accessories, Glassware, Toaster Oven/Blender/Coffee Grinder/Kettle, Olive Oil/Salt and Pepper/Basic Spices, Foil/Wraps Filtered Water

Outside Amenities
Electric Vehicle Charger Level 2 in Driveway (for fee), Propane Weber BBQ Grill and Tools (propane provided), Beach: Towels, 2 Chairs, Umbrella, Sand Toys, 2 Float Tubes, 1 Stand Up Paddleboard (seasonal), Small Selection of Life Jackets, Binoculars, Backpack, Maps, 2 Snow Sleds (seasonal)

THINGS TO DO:
1 mile to Downtown Kernville, walk there in 15 minutes. You can get your morning coffee and have a look around.
Go for a run or nature walk to Bull Run Creek at nearby Whiskey Flat Trail 1 mile from house. Visit the Giant Redwoods at Trail of 100 Giants (closed in winter). A 45 minute picturesque drive upriver.
Stroll in the Kern Audubon Preserve.
Mountain bike Cannell Trail or Whiskey Flat Trail. Fly fish the North Fork of the Kern for famous wild trout. Or trout fish right in your backyard!
Try a kayak lesson, a white water rafting trip, take an intro climbing lesson.
Kids can have some fun at Riverside Park in downtown Kernville where there's a nice playground & children's river beach.
Visit the free Kern Valley Museum or the Nuui Cunni Native American Cultural Center.
The beautiful view from Johnsondale Bridge is a short drive upriver.
Go out to the award-winning Kern River Brewery for a special brew.
Catch the stunning view & good meals at Ewing's Restaurant.
Pop into the Saloon or Sportsman's Bar for a nightcap & a chat with the locals.
When you're ready for bed, you'll fall asleep to the soothing sounds of the rushing river!

IF YOU’D LIKE MORE SPACE:
We also rent this entire house which includes the upstairs floor as the listing: The Big View House. Whichever way rent this house, you'll be the only guests in the house & on the property. Please contact us for this upgrade :)

POLICIES:
1. Guest max for nightly rate is 3. Extra guest is $50 per night per guest up to 1 extra guest max.
2. Guest MUST review and accept the Rental Agreement and Contact Form that'll be emailed after booking.
3. No fireworks/outdoor fires are allowed (propane BBQ and indoor fireplace are OK)
4. No events, parties, photoshoots without prior Owner approval. We have a Nest camera pointed at the street entry to ensure only registered Guests are on the property.
5. Two well-behaved and house trained dogs will be considered for pre-approval. Please tell us about your pet. $60 pet fee per stay will apply.

*PLEASE ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS when booking:
1. What brings you to the area?
2. What is the # of adults and # of children of any age in your group?
3. Are you bringing a pet (Yes or No)? If yes - please let us know breed, age, weight for pre-approval.
:) Thanks!

Property manager

Rod & Carol Cervera

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking or vaping in or near the house.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 1,125 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Pets Considered — We allow up to 2 well-behaved, h

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: A Graco Pack n Play with fitted sheet, 2 travel bl

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Kern River House: River's Edge Cottage Private Waterfront Fireplace Dog OK have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is The Kern River House: River's Edge Cottage Private Waterfront Fireplace Dog OK family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ, highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that The Kern River House: River's Edge Cottage Private Waterfront Fireplace Dog OK is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Kern River House: River's Edge Cottage Private Waterfront Fireplace Dog OK?

No, The Kern River House: River's Edge Cottage Private Waterfront Fireplace Dog OK does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Kern River House: River's Edge Cottage Private Waterfront Fireplace Dog OK?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Kern River House: River's Edge Cottage Private Waterfront Fireplace Dog OK Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
relaxing by the Kern river
Private riverside retreat. Lots of outdoor spaces to enjoy. During our stay the river flow was very fast and there were quite a lot of rafts and kayakers going by. So very cool to watch and cheer them on. The house had all the amenities you could think of- meaning you could cook and not have to brimg anything from home - like OMG I forgot the can opener...Ive done that before. Landscaping like a beautiful park. The sounds of the river were refreshing and lulled you into a good sleep. Oh to dream of owning a house by the river!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Went here for our anniversary and it exceeded my expectations.
This beautiful home sits right on the river and the outdoor landscape is beautifully done. Loved lounging by the river watching rafters go by while my husband fly fished down below. We stayed on the bottom part of the house called River’s Edge. Perfect for a couple’s retreat away. Rod and Carol were so accommodating and you can tell they put a lot of pride into their home. Excited to rent the whole house and do a couples trip with our friends soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arthur T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic views
Super clean and updated. Landscaping is awesome! Whitewater views as well as tranquil water views. Fully equipped kitchenette. Plenty of different vantage point seating outside. Very quiet neighborhood and close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Dara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is amazing! Everything you need all in one place.
A real oven with stove top would be a good feature.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G., Mount Shasta, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect river retreat
Carol and Rod are the perfect hosts, they are easy to get ahold of, the house is clean, organized and labeled. The property’s access to the river is unbeatable with plenty of nice tranquil sitting areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lorene E., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
River Paradise
Far better than the VRBO description. Everything about this well appointed cottage is first class. The location on the river exceeded our expectations. Communication with Rod and Carol was easy and efficient. They are gracious and professional.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Kern Riverfront Home
The Kern River House is perfectly setup, with amazing river views. The added special touches Rod and Carol put into the home (coffee, tea, beach towels, and outside blankets) made our stay extra comfy. The gardens are beautiful, and a perfect place to watch butterflies. This home is a "must" for our next trip to Kernville. Thank you Rod and Carol for being great hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katya N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from Home
We had a great stay at this rental property. The owners thought of every detail in the house to make the stay pleasant, comfortable and beautiful. We’ve stayed with a toddler and a dog and the house offered everything we needed without running to the store to get it. The noise of the river adds an extra charm to the stay and the house is in close proximity to all the restaurants. We would def come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karrick K., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place on Kern River
The property is in a great location on the river with a nice patio. The place is very clean and the owners are excellent to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Penny R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful! Loved everything about the property. Had a great time.
The property was perfect for me. The river location was beautiful. It was like chicken soup for the soul.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness
paradise
im in heaven
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute couples retreat with a river view.
The property is great place for a romantic weekend, very cute and accommodating. The outdoor area is beautiful with tons of shade and a great view to the Kern River. Although river access is not advised right off the property, there are many spots near by to enjoy water activities such as swimming and rafting. The owners are quick to respond with any questions and made sure we had everything we would need to enjoy ourselves while we where there. We would definitely try to stay there again if we are in the area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019