Beautiful ranch cottage close to Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is Beautiful ranch cottage close to Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Q: Where is Beautiful ranch cottage close to Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is 5 mi (8 km) from Giant Sequoia National Monument and within 16 mi (25 km) of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance. Cathaven and Big Stump Trail are also within 16 mi (25 km).

10/10 Excellent

Vimarsh B.

Jan 3, 2022

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Quiet and serene

It was a good week for the family to get away and relax

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

Dec 26, 2021

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Perfect family Christmas get together

From the moment we walked in we felt at home because of all the little touches that the owner did for our arrival. The home, set in the deep set green valley of the Sequoia national forest, was a perfect getaway from the busyness life often is. The atmosphere was a home away from home, one my family couldn’t imagine spending Christmas anywhere else.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Barbara A.

Feb 23, 2024

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Serene getaway

A wonderful rejuvenating getaway for my daughter who was stressed out with her law studies. Everything we needed and more was provided in terms of amenities. Enjoyed the garden, lights, sounds of the fountains, chimes, frogs and lots of different birds. Our dog was happy walking and checking out all the local farm animals and new smells. Loved the old fashioned bath and stove. Would happily visit again.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Mary S.

Jun 8, 2022

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Charming cottage but had issues.

You definitely get away from the crowds if you stay at this cottage. The kitchen is well stocked with all the equipment you'll need for preparing meals. Beds are comfortable for a good nights sleep. The cottage did NOT have any TV options the first 2 days we were their but the owner rectified that. The gray water drain pipe is routed into the pasture and plugged when we used the washing machine causing the kitchen sink to overflow & the laundry room to flood. The owner called the property manager who got the pipe unplugged but did NOT even come to the door to see if we needed help cleaning up all of the water that was on the floors inside the cottage. We spent 90 minutes cleaning up the mess ourselves. The shortest option to Kings Canyon is on a very narrow extremely windy road with numerous blind hair pen corners.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Jun 27, 2025

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Serene cottage

This property is very conducive to relaxation! We love the fountains in the garden that attract different wild birds. You can watch the wildlife from the dining area or a screened in dining area off to the side of that, which is lovely in the cool morning hours. There are tons of windows in the main areas of the cottage, so you always have a great view of the flora & fauna outside. And there's plenty of areas outside to lounge or enjoy a little repast. Inside, there are a couple of window ac units, & ceiling fans in every room to tame the afternoon heat. There is a drip coffee maker & supplied filters, & also a French press (which we had no idea how to use). The cottage is dog friendly (hooray!), but please note that the property is fenced on three sides only. It didn't impact us, but it may matter to others. If your fido isn't crazy about steps, he'll be in luck here as there are only one or two to deal with. The road to the Big Stump entrance of the Sequoia/Kings Cyn Nat'l Park is about as twisted as they come, but it's a pretty drive & gets you to the park in about 20-30 mins. (Beware of the adorable quail families crossing the road.) All in all, a charming dog-friendly cottage in a beautiful setting, and a nice alternative to staying in the Nat'l Park.

Screened-in dining area off of the kitchen. (Faces prime birdwatching area of garden.)

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kris s.

Jun 27, 2025

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Kings Canyon

House was exactly as described. It was a great place to come back to and relax after a long day in the park.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Jul 23, 2024

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Lots of space

The cottage was perfect for our family of 4 (2 adults, 2 teens). We were all able to spread out and enjoy the property. The outdoor space is great for relaxing after long days of hiking in the parks. The road to Kings Canyon and Sequoia is long and winding, but after we drove it once we felt comfortable. Just take it slow.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise p.

May 24, 2024

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Perfect Getaway

This place was everything we look for and more. We absolutely loved everything about it!! Can’t wait to visit again. Thank you Dean!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Oct 11, 2023

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The best place to stay

This is the most comfortable and relaxing place to stay, and I cannot recommend it more highly. The yard is beautiful, there are several outdoor spaces to sit and relax. Very close to Kings Canyon National Park. Dean was a fantastic host and very responsive. You won’t regret your stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

Jul 7, 2023

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Cozy cabin hideaway

Stayed for two nights while visiting Sequoia. Cabin was perfect for us. Great location, clean, well stocked with amenities, everything as advertised. Dean was very helpful and responsive as well. Would whole heartedly recommend if you're planning to visit the park.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie H.

Jul 5, 2023

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Amazing!!

The place is absolutely beautiful and immaculate... Communications with the property contact were excellent... And weren't even really necessary... Had one question and he responded immediately. We didn't want to leave...

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

APRIL P., Bennington VT

Aug 4, 2022

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Friendly, Helpful Host & Wonderful Home

The property is pretty much exactly what I want to build for myself on a large piece of land. It was close to Kings Canyon -Sequoia, but with the super-windy roads leading to the home, I was not inclined to visit the park more than two times. The trek was just too much trouble for this Houstonian who’s used to straight, flat roads. Another bummer is that it was really hot out, 97 degrees on several days in a row, but the window unit is in the living room, and never quite is that the fancy espresso machine ignited the phenomenon of craving in me for delicious espresso, but then it failed to work. That was disappointing. I know that espresso is a luxury, and I would never expect to be provided espresso at a VRBO—it’s just that the beautiful machine was sitting there shining on the countertop, tempting me, but then refused to work.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tonya H., Geneva, United States

Aug 2, 2022

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Perfect Ranch

Our family loved this cool cottage on the SR ranch. Dean was on-site to welcome us and provide a few items that weren’t in the cottage. We used the grill, ate out on the screened-in porch and thoroughly enjoyed the twinkling lights outside on the property. The multiple water fountains attract the local woodpeckers, hummingbirds and other birds. Watching nature right outside our door was refreshing and a lot of fun. We used this property as base camp for all of our King’s Canyon hikes, which was perfect for our needs as well. Highly recommended!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

In Chul (Eric) H., Saratoga, CA

Jul 20, 2022

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Great basecamp when you visit Sequoia and King Canyon National Park.

This is a great place to spend time with your family and friends. It takes about an hour and 20 minutes to get to Sequoia and 1 hour and 40 minutes to Kings Canyon. This place is clean and well maintained. The owner sent a clear check-in and check-out instructions. He had no problem with early check-in. We've had a great time!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Jun 30, 2022

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You're not going to want to leave

It's so hard to find rentals that will accept dogs--especially those over 25lbs--that we could hardly believe our luck in finding this gem near the Kings Canyon/Sequoia National Park. This cottage has beautiful garden areas & screened-in areas for hanging out, several fountains & birdbaths to attract wildlife, and lots of windows throughout so even when inside you feel a connection to the outdoors. It's also a very quiet locale, which was appreciated. The place was clean and had everything we needed. Dean was an excellent host & responded quickly to inquiries. One thing to note is that the listing said fenced yard, but we found that it wasn't completely enclosed, as one side was open or recently downed. In fairness, we hadn't asked Dean about the fencing ahead of time as it didn't really matter that much to our situation, but if you're a dog parent for whom it does matter, it's something to double-check about with Dean. As others have noted, the most direct drive to the Big Stump entrance to the Kings Canyon/Sequoia Nat'l Park is rather twisty, scenic, & takes about half an hour. All in all, we & our dog had an extremely relaxing stay at this beautiful cottage and enjoyed the daily visits of orioles and other birds.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelli M.

Jun 21, 2022

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Amazing stay

Staying at Starview ranch was quite the relaxing treat. It is the perfect balance of rustic and comfort and a great launching point to King’s Canyon and Sequoia National parks. The property itself is located away from any main city and offers an ample front porch to watch birds and a beautiful French garden to relax and enjoy the scenery after a day in the parks. The house itself is spacious and cozy at the same time. Both bedrooms are a nice size and have comfortable beds with nice touches like night lights and reading lamps to make you feel at home. The kitchen is well stocked with cookware and tools needed for cooking. The dining room and screened in porch offer beautiful views of the garden and multiple windows that allow the mountain breeze to flow through the house. All aspects of the house are up to date and clean. The bathroom was very clean and absolutely loved soaking in the tub after hiking all day. The only thing I wish I could have changed was staying here longer! If you are going to Kings Canyon/ Sequoia plan on it taking about 60 min to get the visitors center but the drive is beautiful and other than camping directly in the park not too many other options exist. We did Mist Falls one day and it took 2hrs to get to the trail head but most of that was spent driving through the park’s gorgeous (but very windy) roads. Can’t wait to stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cameron C.

May 11, 2022

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Beautiful! Perfect getaway to King’s Canyon/sequoia

Dean’s cottage provided a great weekend retreat for my family. The interior is beautiful and very accommodating. It was also very clean. The outdoor space was perfect for grilling and relaxing. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terri H., Less Summit Mo USA

Apr 23, 2022

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Peaceful

Came for a few days to hike in the Sequoia National Park with my son. The cabin was very comfortable with everything you need —yet rustic enough to feel your on vacation. Lots of space to relax both inside the cabin and outside with screened in porches and lovely courtyard all surrounded by nature. The host sent a message after we arrived to ensure we had everything we needed. We stopped in a cute little town call Orange Cove on the way in and bought groceries which for us was breakfast and snacks. The drive to the Park is stunningly beautiful and the roads paved but narrow and curvy. Luckily lots of turnout points to stop and enjoy the scenery.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julius M.

Apr 11, 2022

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We just wanted to stay forever

This place is a gem. Very clean and tidy. The surroundings are gorgeous. One hour from the big trees 🌳 we hope to come back.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

marisa

Feb 22, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

I stayed at this property for a weekend getaway with a friend and it exceeded our expectations! We can't wait to go back. The property is gorgeous and the fine details that went into the home were so wonderful. It's fully equipped with plenty of bedding, kitchenware, and a fireplace! The backyard is such a beautiful space too! It's an 1 hour and 20 minutes from Sequoia, but the drive is so beautiful the time flies by quickly. Dean, the host, was also very communicative and responded quickly to any questions we had about the property. 10/10! Can not recommend enough!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Nov 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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