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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Outdoor dining
Bathtub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6800 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

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Pinehurst, CA
  • Popular LocationKings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance12 min drive
  • Popular LocationGrant Grove Visitor Center17 min drive
  • Popular LocationGeneral Grant Tree21 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We had such a great time! The wood stove, fabulous art and trinkets, and easy communication with the host added up to ma...
Mary T.
Nov 26, 2023

About this property

Entire place

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

Merrynook Cabin See Giant Sequoias! See Kings Canyon Natl Park! 20 minutes away

Two bedrooms, one bath. And a tiny bedroom for fun. Full kitchen, cozy living room. Laundry. BBQ. Garden patio. Only 20 minutes to Sequoia Kings Canyon National Park. Or stick close to the cabin all day and have a real vacation. Find your here, Here.

Built in the 1930s as a restaurant (serving chicken!) when logging was a way of life in the southern Sierra Nevada foothills, today Merrynook is an art-filled garden cabin just a short drive from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and Sequoia National Forest.​

Bachrun and Mahalia LoMele own and manage Merrynook, and its sister cabin next door, Fivespot. They have been vacation hosts in Pinehurst since 2008.

Property manager

Mahalia LoMele

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 800 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

See Giant Sequoias See Kings Canyon Natl Park House Pinehurst
See Giant Sequoias See Kings Canyon Natl Park Pinehurst
See Giant Sequoias! See Kings Canyon Natl Park! Miramonte
See Giant Sequoias! See Kings Canyon Natl Park! Cottage
See Giant Sequoias! See Kings Canyon Natl Park!

About the neighborhood

Pinehurst

Located in Miramonte, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance. Traveling with kids? Consider Cathaven and Our Place Playground. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance - 12 min drive
  • Big Stump Trail - 13 min drive
  • Grant Grove Visitor Center - 17 min drive
  • General Grant Tree - 21 min drive
  • Hume Lake - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pinehurst Lodge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grant Grove Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Sister's Mountain House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪General Grant Tree - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Sierra Glen Bar and Grill - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Merrynook Cabin See Giant Sequoias! See Kings Canyon Natl Park! 20 minutes away pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Merrynook Cabin See Giant Sequoias! See Kings Canyon Natl Park! 20 minutes away?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Merrynook Cabin See Giant Sequoias! See Kings Canyon Natl Park! 20 minutes away?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Merrynook Cabin See Giant Sequoias! See Kings Canyon Natl Park! 20 minutes away located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance, and Big Stump Trail. General Grant Tree and Grant Grove Visitor Center are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 54 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and cozy cabin
We stayed here while visiting Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. The cabin was in a perfect location for our visit and provided a comfortable and quiet retreat during our evenings. It's an older cabin but was very clean and cozy! We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cabin in which to create fantastic family memories
We had such a great time! The wood stove, fabulous art and trinkets, and easy communication with the host added up to make our Thanksgiving trip to Sequoia and Kings Canyon NP the best possible. Thank you Mahalia and Bachrun LoMele!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay
Such a cute and artsy place. Has everything you need. No issues at all and great hosts!!! Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Booklovers dream
We had such fun perusing through all the books and interesting things throughout the cottage. Bring in food for eating places are not close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage near King's Canyon
We had a great time at this cute cottage. The kitchen is well stocked and there is a full size gas grill outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W., durham nc

Liked: Cleanliness
Fell in love with the area and the house
We loved our stay here. It was perfect - the location, house, people. I now hope to spend a month here after I retire to recharge and explore!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
So beautiful. So easy to be there . Great couple that owns it. They were very accommodating and friendly. Its quiet. Its got everything you need.GREAT STAY
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great access to parks
Great location to access the parks. The home had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience
The cottage was cozy and nice and we enjoyed our daily visits from Puffnip the cat when we were on the porch having coffee. Mahalia was wonderful and a big help with planning our visits to the parks.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is perfect there, cabin is beautiful weather was good,my family loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was totally awesome!!!
Mahalia’s home in the woods was great!! We all loved the house and all the homey touches ( art, books, wood burning stove, bathtub!). We had all we needed and truly enjoyed our time. We would love to come back in the future. The proximity to the SEKI parks was superb. A great time was had by my family. Thanks again Mahalia!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joellen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sequoia fires
We came to this property just as the fires closed Sequoia Nat. park. Smoke from the fire was heavy in the area and affected everything we did. Mahalia came to our rescue and brought air purifiers to the house and extra N95 masks. She also offered to cancel our reservation with a full refund. We decided to stay and were still able to visit Kings Canyon before it closed. It was a very charming house and a very gracious host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thuy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely getaway
The cabin is just as described. We had a great time there and would definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

beth t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Incredibly cute adorable charming home and outside yard perfect for our family. Couldn’t have been happier with our experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to Kings Canyon
Cute little 2 and a half bedroom 1 bath property about 25 minutes outside of Kings Canyon National Park. Quite peaceful with only a little traffic noise from the highway. No TV which was a nice reprieve. Fully stocked kitchen and outdoor bbq and sitting area. Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric K., U.S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Last minute get away
Our host, Mahalia, was super helpful with great communications and coordination of our stay. The accommodations was accurate as it described on Vrbo. The location is ideal for our preferences: 1. We want a quiet but yet safe cabin away from the crowds. The cabin is strategically located only 20 minutes drive from the King Canyon entrance 2. We want to explore both Parks within the 3 days we have in the park. We were able to accomplish most of the points of interest and one good hiking trial in the parks for our stay. It will be an great location if you do not mind to drive a little bit and stay outside of the park and the crowds. It does get a little hot during summer. The cabin has no AC but has 3 fans and a water cooling fan to down the house at night. It also has a whole house fan to keep the circulation going. The “house guide” provides very useful and detailed instructions on the best way to cool down the house. They recommend to open all the windows at night. It works nicely along with the fans provided. One observation I have is that a few of the window screens have holes so the tiny bugs may get into the house. I have young kids so it presents a slight challenge for them. However, not a big deal since we are living in the nature. Overall, we enjoyed our stay at the cabin and would recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

eve l., pittsburgh

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location close to both Sequoia and Kings Canyon
Cute eclectic cabin with everything you need for a great visit to both parks! Mahalia greeted us on arrival and was close by if we had any questions! Would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Place to Stay near National Parks!
My friends and I had an awesome stay at Mahalia’s cabin. The place had a great patio for evening meals after exploring the parks. The interior was very homey and well stocked with everything you could need including some guides/recommendation for the parks. Communication with the hosts was super easy. The location is great for accessing both Kings Canyon and Sequoia parks. This is the ideal place to stay and I’d highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Katie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
30th Birthday Stay
Very charming cabin. Loved all the interesting art. Thanks for the great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angelique T., Tucson AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Had a wonderful time! So close to the entrance of the park. Quiet and serene (even with 2 toddlers!)....exactly what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Exactly as pictured and described, with lots of whimsy and comfort. The two cats on the property got lots of attention from us. It was an easy, short drive up to Kings Canyon NP entrance. Would highly recommend shopping at grocery store before heading up the mountain.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

ShuwenYu Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, local gem
I was thinking not to rate 5 on "accuracy of online listing" as the actual property is much better than online description/impression. Our kids (4 & 9) love this place even though there is no TV. This place is very cozy and CLEAN! It is not big and at first glance on the outside the place is a little bit old, but inside you can feel how thoughtful the owner put together to decorate the house. Like other comments, you may want to prepare food before getting into there as there is no close by supermarket. overall, we love this place and will definitely come back again!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint and artsy with an awesome wood-burning stove for snowy winter nights. Lots of hidden treasures and books throughout the cabin that the kids enjoyed exploring.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if you are visiting King's canyon. It's about 15 minutes drive from the entrance to the park. The place itself is a beautiful cottage, with books and boards games. There's limited internet access as well but we preferred to disconnect from the world.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris N., Solana Beach, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cozy cabin
We loved the great feel of this cabin, very clean and well decorated. We loved the books, and our daughter loved spending time looking through all the interesting things around the house. We all loved the piano on the porch!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020