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Piedras Hermosas Retro Retreat near Kern River
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8297.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Kernville, CA
- Place, Cannell Trail15 min walk
- Place, Kernville Chamber of Commerce4 min drive
- Place, Sierra South Mountain Sports4 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
*Nursery located in the master bedroom.
1 Crib
Bear Room
1 Queen Bed
Moose Room
1 King Bed
Owl's Loft over the Great Room
2 Single Beds
Wolf Room
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Guest bathroom next to the first floor bedrooms
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Main Floor Bathroom
Soap · Toilet
Master bath
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
About this property
Piedras Hermosas Retro Retreat near Kern River
Highlights at a glance:
Spacious Great Room with pool table, darts, smart TV & wet bar
Outdoor grill, smoker, EV charger & solar backup
Solarium leading to unheated pool (open May–Sept)
Wildlife sightings: deer, bears, mountain lions & birds (bring bear spray)
Steps from Sequoia National Forest trails & 1 mile to downtown Kernville. Bring Bear Spray.
The Space
Welcome to Piedras Hermosas, a vintage 1970s split-level home that blends retro charm with modern convenience. The Great Room is designed for fun and relaxation with a large leather sectional, pool table, dart board, smart TV, wet bar, plus books and board games.
Gather in the dining area or relax by the wood-burning fireplace on winter nights. Off the dining room, a sun-filled solarium opens to the refreshing pool (unheated, May–Sept). The kitchen is stocked with essentials to make meals easy.
Outdoor Adventures:
The Kern River is perfect for fishing, kayaking, and tubing—but safety first: the current is very strong. Life jackets are required. You’ll also find hiking trails nearby and Lake Isabella, a short drive away, popular for kite surfing. Kernville’s shops, restaurants, and bars are just a mile down the road.
Safety:
This is a split-level home with stairs, balconies, and a pool, all of which carry inherent risks. By booking, you accept full responsibility for the safety of your party. CHILDREN MUST BE SUPERVISED AT ALL THE TIMES IN THE POOL and IN THE POOL AREA. Owner assumes no responsibility for any accident or injury in connection with such use. Persons using the pool agree with the Owners for and in consideration of the use of the pool, to make no claim against the owners for or on account of any loss of life, personal injury, or damage to or loss of personal property.*
Spacious Great Room with pool table, darts, smart TV & wet bar
Outdoor grill, smoker, EV charger & solar backup
Solarium leading to unheated pool (open May–Sept)
Wildlife sightings: deer, bears, mountain lions & birds (bring bear spray)
Steps from Sequoia National Forest trails & 1 mile to downtown Kernville. Bring Bear Spray.
The Space
Welcome to Piedras Hermosas, a vintage 1970s split-level home that blends retro charm with modern convenience. The Great Room is designed for fun and relaxation with a large leather sectional, pool table, dart board, smart TV, wet bar, plus books and board games.
Gather in the dining area or relax by the wood-burning fireplace on winter nights. Off the dining room, a sun-filled solarium opens to the refreshing pool (unheated, May–Sept). The kitchen is stocked with essentials to make meals easy.
Outdoor Adventures:
The Kern River is perfect for fishing, kayaking, and tubing—but safety first: the current is very strong. Life jackets are required. You’ll also find hiking trails nearby and Lake Isabella, a short drive away, popular for kite surfing. Kernville’s shops, restaurants, and bars are just a mile down the road.
Safety:
This is a split-level home with stairs, balconies, and a pool, all of which carry inherent risks. By booking, you accept full responsibility for the safety of your party. CHILDREN MUST BE SUPERVISED AT ALL THE TIMES IN THE POOL and IN THE POOL AREA. Owner assumes no responsibility for any accident or injury in connection with such use. Persons using the pool agree with the Owners for and in consideration of the use of the pool, to make no claim against the owners for or on account of any loss of life, personal injury, or damage to or loss of personal property.*
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
No pets on furniture please. Extra fees will apply
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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Kernville
Kernville is home to this holiday home. The Kern Valley Museum and Kern River Valley Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Sierra South Mountain Sports and Nuui Cunni Native American Intertribal Cultural Center and Museum. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.

Kernville, CA
What's nearby
- The Kern Valley Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Cannell Trail - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Kernville Chamber of Commerce - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
- Sierra South Mountain Sports - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
- Lake Isabella - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Kern River Brewing Co. - 4 min drive
- Pizza Barn - 3 min drive
- Big Blue Bear - 15 min walk
- Subway - 10 min drive
- Cheryl's Diner - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
1 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Diana E.
26 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Kernville getaway!
Diana E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael O.
14 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice house great pool
Michael O.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steven R.
6 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you Kernville
Steven R.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Evan T.
12 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Evan T.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alton O.
19 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alton O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
About the host
Hosted by elvira T herlihy
We love this region, our home and enjoy sharing it with others who also appreciate the outdoors and the wildlife.
We hope you’re comfortable and that you get as much pleasure as we do.
Thank you for staying with and let us know if there’s anything we can do to make your time with us memorable.
We hope you’re comfortable and that you get as much pleasure as we do.
Thank you for staying with and let us know if there’s anything we can do to make your time with us memorable.
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