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Lazy Squirrel - Cozy Family House. Game Room. Mountains. 10 min River

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Nestled in a peaceful Kernville neighborhood, this home offers scenic and mountain views to start your day. Unwind with family in the gameroom or enjoy the propane fireplace on chilly evenings. Take advantage of free parking, fast Wi-Fi, and a fully stocked kitchen for convenient living.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6178 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen

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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.

Lazy Squirrel - Cozy Family House. Game Room. Mountains. 10 min River

This comfortable home is located in a very quiet family neighborhood. With plenty of scenic and mountain views, sit back on the deck and enjoy your coffee while looking for the deer that frequent the area.

Relax with the whole family in this peaceful place to stay. Nestled in the very quiet Neighborhood of Kernville California, this home is minutes away from Kernville town center, minutes from the river, and a short drive to the lake. The propane fireplace will keep you toasty, while the mountain views will take your breath away.

- Free parking, 3 spaces
- Fast Wi-Fi
- Fully stocked kitchen
- Fully wheelchair accessible entry and master shower
- Fireplace
- Outside grill
- Gameroom

Other things to note
- The Pacific Crest Trail is right down the road.
- The Kern River Brewery is in town and has some amazing beer - try the Sequoia Red!
- A short hike to a small falls over smooth rock that you can slide down.
- The Trail of 100 Giants is 30 minutes up the road.
- Alta Sierra, the local ski resort, is less than thirty minutes away and is very fun in the winter.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and 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.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

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)

General

  • Unit size: 1,920 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Rules

Quiet hours 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

About the neighborhood

Located in Kernville, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Audubon Kern River Preserve and Sequoia National Forest, while The Kern Valley Museum and Kern River Valley Historical Society are cultural highlights.
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Kernville, CA

What's nearby

  • Kern River Valley Historical Society - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • The Kern Valley Museum - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Brush Creek - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Kernville Chamber of Commerce - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Sierra South Mountain Sports - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Inyokern, CA (IYK) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Barn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kern River Brewing Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Airport Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Primo's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kernville Saloon - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lazy Squirrel - Cozy Family House. Game Room. Mountains. 10 min River pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Lazy Squirrel - Cozy Family House. Game Room. Mountains. 10 min River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lazy Squirrel - Cozy Family House. Game Room. Mountains. 10 min River?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lazy Squirrel - Cozy Family House. Game Room. Mountains. 10 min River located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sequoia National Forest, Kern River, and The Kern Valley Museum. Kern River Valley Historical Society and Cannell Trail are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Lazy Squirrel - Cozy Family House. Game Room. Mountains. 10 min River Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 28 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

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

Kernville Stay

Property was very clean and the description of the features and accommodations was accurate. Would gladly book another stay at this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Just got back from our weekend in Kernville and we super happy with the house we rented it is very peaceful and nice neighborhood with hiking trails all around us. The house was very clean and fully stocked with everything we needed. Large home with lots of space! Great for families with kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis C.

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

Great place

I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kent P.

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

Kernville fun!

We had a great time in Kernville. Excellent house we stayed in, couldn't have been nicer! Clen, updated, fully furnished, very refreshing....and great location and view of the mountains. Terrific meals at Ewings, KRBC, El Rio and Cheryl's! Tried fishing, no luck, but still fun. We'll be back and hopefully the property will be available for us!Kent
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Great stay

The house was cute and cozy with everything we needed. The process to check in and out was easy and we had a great time. Would recommend this spot to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Great stay

Christine and Tori were wonderful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Had a great experience. Was nice and quiet with great scenery.

the whole family had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Very nice

Enjoyed our stay 100% We’ll recommend it definitely
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

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

Incredible place to stay in Kernville

The Lazy Squirrel is the perfect place to stay in Kernville. The location is 5 mins from every restaurant and the river. The game room and wrap around porch are so cool. Nature and wildlife are all around you. We woke up to deer, quail, squirrels, and bluebirds with our coffee every morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy Y.

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

Summer Getaway

The house was very clean, it also had everything we needed and more, the wrap around balcony with BBQ was great & the teens really enjoyed the game room. Close to Kern River and Lake Isabella. I would definitely stay here again. Great communication as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chanel R.

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

Fabulous Kern Getaway

We had a great time staying here. It slept five adults very comfortably with so much room inside for us to hang out. The pictures really do not do this place justice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Great Place with a nice view and convenient location

Very clean and well maintained home. Loved the deck and the view. Nice family room for relaxing after some hikes and solid kitchen and dining area to enjoy a meal with the family. Comfortable beds and linens. Thanks for a nice stay in Kernville, i onky wish it had been longer
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana C.

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

Relaxing

Very nice setting. Quiet neighborhood. Very well stocked place. We were very comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith T.

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

Looking to purchase property

We were there on the 4th of July looking to purchase property in the area. The house was very comfortable and we enjoyed sitting outside in the evenings. It is close to town and shopping. Very well maintained and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Simple rental

Process was easy, house was clean, should have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose E.

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

Quiet and peaceful stay

Great hostess, easy to reach and prompt to respond. The house is very comfortable and the A/C was a lifesaver! The only complaint is that although the listing description and check in/out instructions mentioned a laundry room when in fact none exists.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Alex R.

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

Wonderful Stay

We planned to do river rafting but they would not do it for 3 people and no other guest around this time of year. There were plenty of other activities also, like trail hikes, fishing, and just going around this really small community with their limited dining and entertainment facilities. If you plan to come here, outdoors/nature should be most of what you are hoping to do. Bring your high quality video/photo drone. I had so many excellent footages of lake isabella and kern river. Be prepare for possible power outages. It cost us about a day lost of our stay, which of course wasn’t expected and at no fault of the rental place/people. But Christine, was more than kind enough to drive about 30 minutes, although wasn’t feeling well, to come to our aide and compensated us a little bit. Hope this comment gives a little info for those considering this place. Overall experience is a positive one!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Russell Brian T.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Great place horrible host

We were very excited for our stay and adventure on the rapids of the kern. We booked the location as it was near the main town. Place was nice overall except that the AC unit was not working. We had young children and it was over 80 degrees in the house. Repeatedly requested service from the host and they pretended it was working in the messages. They then had the audacity to say we were lying about the ac not working while I have video and pictures and the message log. They also indicated that they would not make any accommodations for the very uncomfortable stay. I would not recommend staying here solely on the host. We stay at many properties all over the country and I have never experienced a host trying to say that we are lying when all the evidence is clear. Book at your own risk.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

Kernville family trip

We had a really nice stay so relaxing after the hustle and bustle of the week. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

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

Perfect getaway

The property was a perfect getaway. Rooms were spacious. House was clean. Great house in a cozy location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert s.

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

Beautiful cozy mountain retreat

Beautiful, beautiful, home. Clean, neat, minimal peaceful sanctuary. The home is equipped with everything you would need. The kitchen was fully equipped with ALL of the essentials for any cook. Bedrooms were spacious, clean, cozy beds and bedding. Bathrooms were super clean and spacious. The Main bedroom and bath were both wheelchair accessible. The entire home had ramps for this purpose. What lovely and needed accomodations. There is a lively and fun game room that afforded our family many hours of fun games and we'll spent family time. Overall, I would 100% recommend this home to anyone and everyone. For all age groups and family sizes. Lovely and unforgettable stay. Thank you for the memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick E.

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

Absolutely wonderful

We stayed here for our wedding weekend and had an amazing time! The house was beautiful and very clean. The property manager was very sweet and diligent. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Jayme C.

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

Great place to stay in Kernville

We loved it but the water for the tub was extremely hot for some reason and we couldn't change it to get any cooler so we each took turns taking a shower in the master bathroom. Otherwise the A/C worked great and the kitchen was fully equipped with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelley D.

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

Great time!

We had a great time in Kernville. Went mountain bike riding and was so grateful to have a nice place to come back to. Fully stocked kitchen and great amenities. And loved the game room. We will definitely be booking again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022