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

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape.
A mountain lodge with a wooden deck and a fire hydrant in the foreground.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a bench.
A modern building with a sloped roof, a covered patio, and a view of mountains.
A spacious living area with a dining table set for four, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking a deck.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Kern River
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Kernville, CA
  • Place, The Kern Valley Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cannell Trail
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Sierra South Mountain Sports
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

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.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet hours 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM
Please take the trash to the containers located on the street across from the garage entrance.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2710993vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Kernville

Located in Kernville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Kern River and Audubon Kern River Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sierra South Mountain Sports and Nuui Cunni Native American Intertribal Cultural Center and Museum.
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Kernville, CA

What's nearby

  • The Kern Valley Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Cannell Trail - 3 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
  • Lake Isabella - 6 min drive - 5.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Barn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Primo's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kern River Brewing Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Big Blue Bear - ‬4 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) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Lazy Squirrel - Cozy Family House. Game Room. Mountains. 10 min River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kern River and The Kern Valley Museum. Cannell Trail and Sierra South Mountain Sports are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

david m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Lazy Squirrel turned out to be a perfect getaway for a few nights. The property was clean, the rooms were spacious and the living room was very comfortable for a family to sit and watch Netflix. The game room was a bonus, as it has a pool table. I would recommend this property to a family of 4 or 5.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Johnny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great, house was perfect. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ALEJANDRA F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an amazing stay. Everything was clean and it was a really short distance to the river and village. Definitely coming back for more trips. Oh yeah the wild life really makes it a great get away from the city
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful house. It was clean and cool inside when we got in. You could tell they put a lot of effort into making your stay very comfortable. There's plenty of room inside. The wrap around deck is great on all 3 sides of the house. The neighborhood was quiet and serene. The host kept in communication with us when we needed it. We were offered an additional night's stay at a discounted rate since it wasn't booked by anyone else, so we did stay an additional night. The gas fireplace was shut down for the summer, but it was still listed as useable in the amenities and also in a text message, so I was a little bummed that we couldn't use it and felt they should post that they close it down in the summertime.The house is stocked well with dishes, pots and pans, silverware and most things you would need to cook or bake with, however, bring your own seasonings, foil, saran wrap, paper plates etc. if you want to use those.I can't express enough what a great time we had there, celebrating our 24th Anniversary. We would definitely love to stay there again in the near future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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

About the host

Hosted by Christine

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Experienced Vacation Rental Manager

Why they chose this property

This beautiful space has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, fully stocked kitchen, and lower level game room that offers plenty of room to move around. Fully wheel chair accessible entry and master shower, this home is perfect for everyone.

What makes this property unique

Our beautiful family home is located in a very quiet neighborhood with plenty of parking in the driveway or in front of the house for your convenience. You will enjoy our keyless entry on both the front and game room doors.

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