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

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Outdoor dining
Fireplace, books, music library, stereo
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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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.ā€‹

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
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • 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

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching 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

  • 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Please leave the trash in the laundry area.
Please turn off the bathroom heater and the furnace, and the evaporative coolers (summer months).
Please wash the dishes, but you may leave them to dry in the rack (no need to put them away).

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

Map
Pinehurst, CA

What's nearby

  • Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance - 11 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Big Stump Trail - 12 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Grant Grove Visitor Center - 16 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • General Grant Tree - 22 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Hume Lake - 36 min drive - 21.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖPinehurst Lodge - ā€¬3 min walk
  • ā€ŖGrant Grove Restaurant - ā€¬17 min drive
  • ā€ŖSister's Mountain House - ā€¬12 min drive
  • ā€ŖGeneral Grant Tree - ā€¬21 min drive
  • ā€ŖSierra Glen Bar and Grill - ā€¬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?

This family-friendly Miramonte cottage is located in a rural location, steps from Giant Sequoia National Monument, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance. Big Stump Trail and Grant Grove Visitor Center are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

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

10/10 Excellent

Allison R.

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

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

Kimberly C.

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

Fall getaway

Loved the cabin. Clean, had everything you can think of. Would highly recommend for couples and families. Close to kingā€™s canyon and sequoia national parks. Great communication with the hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bas v.

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

Very cosy place, great hosts and great location.

This place is very nice. Itā€™s small but cosy. The hosts were great and friendly and helped us sort out some issues with our rental car. The locations is very nice with easy access to the national parks. Kitchen is well equiped.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W., durham nc

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

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

Sarah P.

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

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

Philippe B., Saint-Nom la BretĆØche

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

Nice housse close to the city and not too far from Yosemite

Very good communication with the owner, nice house and the whole family enjoyed the Jacuzzi!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eugene R.

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

Visit to Sequoia

Cute cabin very near Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Perfect spot for getting to park destinations. Requires a little pre-planning to get groceries on way in. Hosts were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip M.

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

Wonderful location

This cabin was amazing. We enjoyed the eclectic furnishings, it's proximity to Kings Canyon NP and a bar selling great pubgrub. The owners gave us plenty of information, and though they lied behind the property, we never felt there was any intrusion. A great experience and we hope to return soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gary L.

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

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

Mary W.

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

Fantastic Stay

Our family of 5 stayed as we toured the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks for 3 nights. The cabin is adorable! We loved it and the space it provided for all of us! It was super close to the park entrance, and that was a huge plus! Mahalia was a great host letting us know of any issues- such as a road closing and the wild fire that happened to happen the same time we were there. Great communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

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

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

Brad B.

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

Immediately felt at home

The cabin was perfect for our family and bigger than I expected. It has a great location near the parks. But the thing I most appreciated was how much at home we felt. Unlike the sterile, minimalist design trends of today, it was like stepping into a cozy friend or relative's house. We were surrounded by a lifetime's worth of collectibles, art, and an ecclectic assortment of books. We also had an opportunity to meet the owner, which it usually not an option in the impersonal world of rentals these days. Five stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwyndolen M.

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

Cozy Relaxing Cabin

We had a wonderful stay at this cozy cabin. The location for visiting Sequoia National Park and Kings Canyon is great. The owners were very relaxed and accommodating. My daughter enjoyed playing the piano on the front porch which was surprisingly well tuned for being outdoors. Well stocked house with board games and kitchen supplies. Enough space for our family of five. If you are uncomfortable on mountain roads, 245 is challenging. I would arrive via Dunlap or Dry Creek Road instead.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

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

Charming place very close to Kings Canyon / Sequoia National Parks

Quaint place a short (windy) drive to the Kings Canyon entrance. Lots of room. No dishwasher, but otherwise the kitchen had just about anything you would need including spices, condiments, etc. The host was quick to respond when we had any questions or issues. Be aware there are is a small step between the living area and the bedroom area along with a couple steps down to enter the bathroom. The host has small lights on the steps which was much appreciated when making our way around at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Laura S.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Frank C.

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

This was totally awesome!!!

Mahaliaā€™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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Incredibly cute adorable charming home and outside yard perfect for our family. Couldnā€™t have been happier with our experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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 ā€œhouse guideā€ 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