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The Farmhouse at Mt. Dennison, a mountain farm experience near the Balch Park entrance

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Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Farmhouse at Mt. Dennison, a mountain farm experience near the Balch Park entrance

Incredible mountain farmhouse with a rich history and gorgeous renovations, just minutes from Balch Park in the Sequoia National Forest. Enjoy uninterrupted views from the back deck, stargaze, and soak in the crisp mountain air. Whether you're looking for peaceful relaxation or daring adventures, Mt. Dennison has it all. Nearby Balch Park is famous for fishing, hiking, and rock climbing. This farmhouse is the perfect home base for families traveling to Balch Park, wedding guests at any of the nearby venues including The White Barn in Springville, or anyone in need of a relaxing and exciting vacation in the Sequoia National Forest.

Guest Access

Guests have access to the entire mountain home, wifi, washer and dryer, yard games, one driveway parking space plus street parking, and plenty of grassy area to play, tent camp in the yard (must be approved), or hang out under the stars.  The driveway is shared and there is another vacation rental on the property.

Other details to note

This is a mountain residence, so there may be some undesirable creatures such as rattle snakes, skunks, raccoons, spiders, and other insects.  We do our best to keep these away, but they do make an appearance from time to time. Our farm dogs do a great job at keeping the bears and mountain lions away from the property.

This beautiful home does not have a TV, we invite you to unplug, enjoy the outdoors and quality time with your loved ones!

There is another vacation rental on the property. You'll share a driveway and a breezeway to the backyard. There are no shared walls. You are welcome to rent both properties, please let us know if you're interested in this!

Neighborhood Description

Up at the top of Balch Park road, you'll find this beautiful mountain farmhouse.  There's an apartment on the property that is also a vacation rental, and the property owners live on the ranch, so while you're up in the Sequoias, there is a feeling of safety and security, with other people nearby. Enjoy minimal light pollution allowing for optimum stargazing! Bring your telescope and set up camp under the stars! Views of the mountains and forest from every window, you're likely to see many birds, and even deer and other wildlife along the beautiful drive up. The nearest "town" with restaurants, gas stations, and convenience stores is Springville, and the nearest large town with grocery stores and entertainment is Porterville. Located just a few miles above downtown Springville, the gorgeous surroundings make for amazing wedding backdrops, and there are many wedding venues around, most notably The White Barn at Springville Ranch.

About your Hosts

Guest Equity is a family-owned company passionate about adventure! We love hosting guests from all over the world. We have a 100% response rate and look forward to answering all your questions!
Our office hours are from 8am-9pm. You can reach us by messaging through the app or calling/texting the Customer Service phone number provided in your check-in instructions.
You'll love our team! We look forward to hosting you!

House Rules

1. Communication is key!  Check in after 4pm.  Check out by 11am.  Our office hours are between 8am-9pm, so please communicate between those hours and let us know if you plan to arrive after 9pm.

2.  Honesty is the best policy! Let us know about ALL guests who will be coming to the house. Maximum Occupancy is 14. There are farm dogs on the property that roam freely, as well as potentially dangerous animals, so use extreme care if bringing dogs. 2 dogs max., must never be left alone. Be advised there are some areas in the National Park that don't allow dogs.

3. No parties! We know this home holds a lot of people, but we still request that you respect it as if it's your own. If you'd like to host an event here, it must be approved. No smoking of any kind. Removal of smoke detectors is illegal. Loud music, excessive rowdiness, excessive drinking, smoking, etc. will result in a $1,000 party fine. Quiet hours are from 10pm to 7am.  If you'd like to bring a tent and camp in the yard, please let us know ahead of time.

4. Be respectful! When using outdoor areas (patio, bbq, etc.), and provided amenities, please clean up after yourself so the next guests can enjoy them as well. One car max in the driveway, all other cars must park along the street.  Please don't "block in" another car and never park on the grass.

5. Have fun! Our goal is to host a vacation to remember. If you don't agree with our above rules, please do not book the home! If you're interested in booking both this home and the apartment on the property, let us know!

6. Please don't leave trash outside where wild animals will make a big mess of it.  There is a provided dumpster for your convenience at the end of the driveway.

Property manager

Guest Equity

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2099 sq ft (195 sq m)

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Check-in

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

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: 2 dogs, never to be left alone. Farm dogs on site.

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 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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Springville, CA

What's nearby

  • Eagle Mountain Casino - 57 min drive - 54.4 km
  • Horse Creek Recreation Area - 62 min drive - 61.0 km
  • Lake Kaweah - 63 min drive - 61.6 km
  • Our Place Playground - 73 min drive - 71.1 km
  • Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance - 81 min drive - 80.0 km

Frequently asked questions

Is The Farmhouse at Mt. Dennison, a mountain farm experience near the Balch Park entrance pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Farmhouse at Mt. Dennison, a mountain farm experience near the Balch Park entrance?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Farmhouse at Mt. Dennison, a mountain farm experience near the Balch Park entrance?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Farmhouse at Mt. Dennison, a mountain farm experience near the Balch Park entrance located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Sequoia National Forest and within 20 mi (32 km) of River Island Golf Course and Lake Success. Porterville City Pool and Porterville Municipal Golf Course are also within 32 mi (52 km).

The Farmhouse at Mt. Dennison, a mountain farm experience near the Balch Park entrance Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

raheft t.

Liked: Cleanliness
The rental
Beautiful house nice view good service and maintenance
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Renter
Was unable to make the Wednesday checkin, we were there on Thursday afternoon,On Friday morning in the rain, I was 3 hours out of getting married, and the storage tank for the water ran out and had NO water to get ready for my wedding. It was remedied rather quickly but still had to head down to the venue to get ready…….pre- planning on a water storage tank when you are renting out a property should have been filled prior to our arrival. Also the Wi-Fi does not work. Not sure I would ever do a rental from this area again. People were friendly, guest equity was friendly, but the issues this caused on my wedding day were experiential to the stresses of a wedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024