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Chic Historic Cottage in the Heart of 3 Rivers - voted Best Vacation Rental 2015

Family-friendly vacation home in Three Rivers

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Outdoor dining
Nestled in the quaint township of Three Rivers, Maile's Cottage offers a charming retreat with modern amenities and conveniences. Enjoy a glass of wine under the old olive tree in the front courtyard or relax on your private patio. Take advantage of local restaurants and stores within walking distance, including coffee shops, eateries, and breweries.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

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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.

Chic Historic Cottage in the Heart of 3 Rivers - voted Best Vacation Rental 2015

Maile's Cottage is an historic landmark in the quaint township of Three Rivers. Maile's Cottage affords you incredible accessibility to the main entrance to Sequoia National Park, just a 10 minute drive. Plus, you have the convenience of being able to walk to local restaurants and stores including a coffee shop, frozen yogurt shop, Sierra Subs, Three Rivers Brewery, and a local market all just a stone's throw away. And - you are welcome to bring your family dog with you on your vacation.

The owners have lovingly restored and upgraded this charming cottage to provide modern amenities and conveniences while maintaining the original architectural integrity. You will be delighted with the stylish uncluttered interiors and carefully selected vintage furniture and chic decor, all created by a professional Interior Designer whose specialty is boutique hotels.

The spacious living room has an original iron stove and wood burning fireplace, comfortable leather sofas, large flat screen with Blu Ray player and internet for downloading movies and accessing Netflix (not connected to cable or satellite). You will need to bring your password. There is also a large selection of DVD's. The kitchen overlooking the private rear garden features granite counter tops, farm sink, and quality appliances. Adjoining the kitchen is a dining room with vintage wood dining table and seating for up to 6 people. There is also a bright and sunny breakfast area with large sliding glass doors opening onto the rear garden.

The outdoor living environment is equally enchanting. Relax or dine in the large private rear garden which features a gas BBQ and plenty of outdoor seating to enjoy al fresco dining. Sip a glass of wine under the old olive tree in the front courtyard while watching the sun set beyond the peaks of the Sierra foothills.

Accommodations on the ground floor comprise a master suite with a king size bed, large closet, and glass sliding doors opening onto a private patio. The modern master bathroom has twin vanities, a toilet, and a walk-in shower with river pebble floor.

The other ground level bedroom features a brand new King bed and closet.

A family bathroom downstairs features a pedestal vanity, toilet and shower bath combination.

Upstairs is a huge loft-style bedroom with a queen size bed, a full size bed, and a twin bed. Because it can get pretty warm up there, we have installed (Aug 2025) a ductless mini split which affords quiet and efficient cooling. This is in addition to the whole house
central air conditioning and heating.

The experience of staying in a super chic historic cottage while enjoying one of America's great national parks will make for a vacation you will never forget.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • 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
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Spelunking 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
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,650 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Check-In at 4pm and check-out at 10am unless other arrangements are made with manager.
Upon confirmation, a rental agreement will be sent and must be completed and returned. If guests are added later, $22/person/night will apply. &
Cleaning fee of $150 is based on 4 guests. There is a $10 per person fee over four. Pet fee is $50 per dog; max of 2 dogs; No cats.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: $50 per dog; max of 2 dogs

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children count toward maximum occupancy

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Three Rivers, this vacation home is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance. Traveling with kids? Consider Our Place Playground and Bravo Lake Botanical Garden. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Three Rivers, CA

What's nearby

  • Kaweah River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Our Place Playground - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sequoia Foothills Chamber of Commerce - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Three Rivers Historical Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance - 13 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

  • Visalia, CA (VIS-Visalia Municipal) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Factory - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪River View Restaurant & Lounge - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tony’s Taverna On Wheels - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Reimers Candies & Gifts - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Kaweah Coffee Roasters - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chic Historic Cottage in the Heart of 3 Rivers - voted Best Vacation Rental 2015 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Chic Historic Cottage in the Heart of 3 Rivers - voted Best Vacation Rental 2015?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chic Historic Cottage in the Heart of 3 Rivers - voted Best Vacation Rental 2015?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Chic Historic Cottage in the Heart of 3 Rivers - voted Best Vacation Rental 2015 located?

This family-friendly Three Rivers vacation home is located in a rural location, within a 10-minute walk of Kaweah River and Our Place Playground. Three Rivers Historical Museum and Sequoia Foothills Chamber of Commerce are also within 15 minutes.

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Chic Historic Cottage in the Heart of 3 Rivers - voted Best Vacation Rental 2015 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 192 out of 209 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 209 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 209 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 209 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 209 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angel J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect. It was very clean and the owner went above a beyond in stocking all of the little extras we may have needed or forgotten to bring. The outdoor seating and dining area was so nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria N.

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

Beautiful cottage Great location

We spent our vacation days in order to visit the National Parks. We will stay at this Cottage again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here with my wife and adult daughter and son. We loved it. Very cozy, vintage, spacious, clean, and everything provided for. A great place to RELAX. Several great restaurants, bars, and shops very close by, some you can walk a block to. Perfect for Sequoia. We also did King's Canyon and Yosemite from here. The windy country drive to King's Canyon was something else. Loved all the parks.Superb communication from the host. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

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

Cozy and Great Location

Maile’s Cottage was cute and cozy and had all the amenities we needed. You can’t beat the location 6 minutes from Sequoia National Park. The house was super clean and we loved sitting out on the patio in the evenings.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary O.

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

National Parks

Great trip and perfect location to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia W.

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

Lovely Cottage

Our family had a wonderful visit to Three Rivers. This cottage is a good place to stay if visiting the Sequoia NP. It is well equipped, and Robin is an awesome hostess. There are nice local restaurants very close, and the park is easily accessible. Our family highly recommends if staying in Three Rivers.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee A.

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

Excellent property

Accommodation very clean, cozy and easy access to park and village restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

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

Nice country cottage

Celebrating my mom's 80th birthday with a trip to Sequoia National Park. Four generations including my 11 year old granddaughter. She really enjoyed the large selection of games, DVDs, and stuffed animals/dolls. Beds were very comfortable, and kitchen well equipped to save money and cook. Great location with several restaurants a very short drive and decently close to part entrance.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

cynthia r.

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

Malie's cottage

This cottage was absolutely perfect for our visit. The bedrooms were spacious and comfortable. The layout is very accommodating. Absolutely delightful cottage and very close to Sequoia National Park. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian N.

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

Trees

Nice location and great communication.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay B.

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

Three Rivers/Sequoia National Park Getaway

The house was super cute, comfortable and well appointed. It is centrally located in Three Rivers steps away from the shops, restaurants and local brewery and minutes away from Sequoia National Park. It's also pet friendly and has a large, fenced yard. We had a blast and will be recommending to friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick G.

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

Cute cabin

Loved the charm of the old style
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip L.

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

hawaiiear

It is a nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

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

Perfect Gateway to Sequoia

The place was just what we needed for our hiking in Sequoia. The place had everything and beds were all very comfortable. Robin was extremely responsive the whole stay was perfect. Thanks!.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khristian R.

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

Cozy Cottage

Excellent location to Sequoia National Park. Cozy home and great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Great Family Friendly Rental

Had a great 3 night stay for our family of 5. Upstairs sleeping area was great for the kids, loved the movie selection for a family movie night after a day in the National parks and my kids loved playing in and around the house. Highly recommend for any family looking for housing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amit K.

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

A charming home close to Sequoia NP in Beautiful Three Rivers

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Miele's cottage during our visit to Sequoia National Park. The cottage is very well appointed, and Robin's attention to detail is unmistakable. This is a vintage home with cosy comfort not too far from Sequoia National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

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

Cottage stay

Charming cottage with easy access. Sleeping areas very accommodating and kitchen very well supplied with dishes, glassware, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie w., Carlsbad

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

cozy cute and clean

My husband and I really enjoyed the cottage, very centrally located in the heart of Three Rivers. Cottage is cozy and very clean. We would definitely stay again and recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

Cozy cottage close to Sequoia National Park

This cottage was the perfect place for our family to stay during our visit of the Sequoia and Kings Canyons parks. The yard is fully enclosed and was perfect to let our dog run around. Sequoia entrance is just 10 min drive away. Three rivers is a small town and we could walk to the coffee shop, restaurant and convenience store. We really enjoyed the food at every place we visited. The cottage is clean and comfortable. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hillary M.

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

Excellent location

Very easy access to Sequoia National park, clean and a great value! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul K., San Diego USA

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

Fun in Three Rivers

We really enjoyed our stay in Three Rivers. The house is very close to the Sequoia National Park entrance. The house was very clean and the backyard was perfect for our mini daschund.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edwin E.

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

Redbud Trail

The property could not have been any better. It was very ample, but we limited our stay to certain rooms as there were only 3 of us. The surroundings were nice and very peaceful. We were out for most of the day visiting the neighboring national parks but while at the property, it could not have been any better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean cozy cottage close to sequoia national park. Gave us a great place to rest, refresh and recreate. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cristina H.

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

Perfect location, cozy house

This place was the perfect place for us while we explored sequoia national park, kings canyon and the surrounding areas. Cozy, comfortable house with space for my family of four to hang out together or have Our own space. It is also conveniently within walking distance to many restaurants and stores. We will definitely consider this place the next time we are in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024