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.
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 manager
Christine
Languages
English
Add dates for prices
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
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)
Smoke-free property
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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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 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
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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
Kernville, CA
What's nearby
The Kern Valley Museum - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
Kern River Valley Historical Society - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
Brush Creek - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
Sierra South Mountain Sports - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Kernville Chamber of Commerce - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Inyokern, CA (IYK) - 74 min drive
Restaurants
Kern River Brewing Co - 5 min drive
Pizza Barn - 5 min drive
Big Blue Bear - 4 min drive
Cheryl's Diner - 4 min drive
Sportsman's Inn - 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 3:00 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
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 26 reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Claudia
10 March 2025
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.
Had a great experience. Was nice and quiet with great scenery.
the whole family had a great time.
David A.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
30 April 2024
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
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.
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.
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!
Alex R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
2/10 Terrible
Russell Brian T.
15 July 2023
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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!
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.
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!
Christine made the process seamless !
She did a great job . The house was clean and comfortable. Location to town and river was great !
We would definitely stay there again !!
The house is nestled about a mile from the town. The wrap around balcony/porch was wonderful for morning coffee and evening relaxing. Lots of space in all the rooms and bathrooms. We had my dog with us and it was a perfect setup (minus the driveway gate not closing) but it’s still manageable. Our only gripe, that isn’t really a gripe is the difficulty to open the outdoor trash can lol … but after experiencing a bear on our last night there it was totally understandable why the trash can is smarter than I was lol. Overall, highly recommend for any group and all ages.
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.