Pictures just don’t do it justice and words can’t quite describe the majestic beauty of Starview Ranch. Get away from it all when you gaze at the stars, experience breathtaking views and wake up to a beautiful sunrise over the Sierra mountains. Enjoy a nearly 360 degree panoramic view of Squaw valley, Sequoia national forest and tree covered mountains. Take a hike along one of the trails on the property amidst Manzanitas, Buckeye and Yellow Oak trees. Relax in the jacuzzi, a wood burning Finnish sauna or swim some laps in the 75 foot pool. Just a 35 minute drive to Kings Canyon: the perfect location for families, small events or a retreat.

The Main House is at the top of the property and has 3 bedrooms, laundry room, full kitchen and full bath. There is a front patio and the back patio has a large dining table with stunning views of the Sierras. Just a short walk from the back is a fire pit with Adirondack chairs and benches. Sleeps 6-8.

The wellness area includes a 75 ft lap pool, 8 person jacuzzi, wood burning sauna imported from Finland, a large gas grill and a 400 sq ft gym.

Starview Ranch is a working ranch and is home to 3 cows plus an apiary with active beehives situated well away from the dwellings.

There are several trails and interesting things to see around Starview Ranch. Feel free to explore around the property but keep a safe distance from the bee hives at the apiary. Also, the fence surrounding the apiary is electrified.

The main driveway along the property is an access road to a neighboring property. No one is currently living there but rarely a vehicle may drive through.

The "sunset spot" near the garden is the perfect place to enjoy views of gorgeous sunsets over Squaw valley (even better with a glass of wine).

The fireplaces, sauna and fire pit should not be used during summer months when the fire risk is high. The gas BBQ grills at the wellness area and at the cottage can be used year-round.

I would like to remind guests that this property is out in the beautiful wilderness. Along with that comes both large and small animals that live here, whether we like them or not. You are in the great outdoors and may encounter wildlife. If doors or windows (without screens) are left open these critters and many bugs tend to find their way in. I recommend only opening up the screened windows and ensuring doors are not left open. Also, no matter how rigorously the house is cleaned (and I take cleaning very seriously) there may be some dead bugs or a small cobweb that was created in the short time from cleaning to your check in... again this is just a fact of life on a 50 acre ranch in the middle of nowhere.

Starview Ranch is located in a remote area in the Sierra Nevada foothills. The drive to the property from either Kings Canyon Drive or from the 245 involve curvy mountain roads with switchbacks and sharp turns which can also be narrow in some places. Also, the drive to Kings Canyon National Park is a windy mountain road.

One more thing to note:
The 3 cows on the property will keep their distance but are generally friendly. They will be even more friendly if you offer them apples ;)

Also, the cow pies are just part of the charm of life at Starview Ranch.

One last piece of advice:
Pack and wear clothes that you don't mind getting a little dusty/ dirty. Again, part of the charm.

Air-conditioned accommodations at this vacation home offer private pools and fireplaces. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations are furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Televisions come with DVD players. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.