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"River Retreat House" - River With Two Decks, BBQ, Firepit🔥, near Sequoia Park

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Relax on the river deck!!! 
A short walk down our trail to river access
Large Bedroom with Two Queen Beds.  Brand new beds and furniture.  Very clean...
2 Decks on the River!!!
BEST location on the River.  Very relaxing and serene.
Relax on the river deck!!! 
Winter 2016 - 2017 season - water was very high
gorgeous river view !!!
absolutely amazing !!!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Three Rivers, CA
  • Place, Lake Kaweah
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Horse Creek Recreation Area
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

"River Retreat House" - River With Two Decks, BBQ, Firepit🔥, near Sequoia Park

We're excited to host you at our River Retreat House. The home is tucked away on a quiet road where you can truly play, relax and recharge. You will find a beautiful trail that lead you to our picturesque river with endless boulders! There you will find two large decks. The home gives you amazing sunrises and sunsets.Our hope is that you love every part of your stay from the quiet stillness of the trees, to animals/bird watching, to enjoying and playing in the river and stargazing at the open sky. About 10 miles to Sequoia National Park.

The space
:: 1 Bedroom (2 beds) /1 Bathroom
::  2 Decks over looking river (The river area is a two minute walk from the home)
:: Outside oasis with outside furniture and dining table, bbq, and a propane firepit.

THE VIBE::
Perfect for people seeking inspiration and renewal in Nature.

THE SPACE::
Walk through the front door and find a gorgeous view of the mountains all around!
Side doors lead out to the back patio where you can find your own private backyard seating areas, outside dining table and bbq and a propane firepit. 
Take a stroll on the property and head down the path to access the river. The walk is a short distance from the house. We are also only 20 minutes from the amazing trails at the end of south fork (like lady bug trails).

THE HOME::
Our home is located in a 6 acre parcel nested in between trees and gorgeous river. The property is full of wildlife, birds, butterflies, wild flowers and wild berries. It is the perfect spot for a family to get into nature and recharge.The kitchen has full size appliances, white cabinets, quartz countertop and a walnut bar table with four bar stools. It is a beautiful place to cook your meals and enjoy the mountain view. It has a fridge and freezer, 4 burner electric stove with oven, coffee maker, blender and all needed cooking and baking utensils. The bathroom a beautiful simple modern space. It has wooden floor, a white cabin and plenty of towels and amenities. There is a TV and DVD player with cable and board games.
Outside space is so serene and peaceful.
The whole backyard is  surrounded my mountains views. You can hear the river from the cabin. There is a fire pit, ample sitting area with outside dinning table and a bbq. It is the perfect spot  to unwind from your day at the park.

RIVER::
THE RIVER AND THE 2 DECKS::
You will find a beautiful trail that lead you to our picturesque river with endless boulders!! There you will find two large decks over the river and sitting areas along the river. This area is absolutely breathtaking! The Southfork River is beautiful all year round. Like all natural rivers the  Rivers has high seasons and low.  In the spring and early summer it is high and fast moving. As summer wanes the river slows and lower but never completely dies up. We are fortunate to have water year round so you will always enjoy the soothing sounds of the river. Children must be chaperone at all time especially near the river.  Please be cautious of current, especially during winter and early spring. (The 2 decks are located at the river area. The river area where the decks are is just a short stroll  from the house and shared with only one other home)

AROUND
The Sequoias and surrounding Sierra Nevada mountains are some of the best that California has to offer. Centrally located, the house is about twenty minutes drive to the main entrance to Sequoia National Park station and both Slick Rock recreation areas and King’s Canyon National Park, and just a 10 minutes from Three Rivers town restaurants and shops. A nature lovers paradise, there are plenty of areas to hike, bike, fish, and swim; and during the summer months, world-class white-water rafting and kayaking. Lake Kaweah, surrounded by the golden hills of California’s lower Sierra Nevada mountains, is just five miles downstream and a hot spot for boating and fishing.

LOCATION::
Three Rivers, California. Nearest Airport: Yosemite/Fresno International (1 hr/70 miles)

BEST TIME TO VISIT:: Year round

DISCLOSURE:
The River Cabin shares the " river area" only with The Contempory River House which is an occasional vacation rental also host by us. These are the only 2 private vacation houses on the 6 acres property, so if you have a larger party and would like to rent out both houses then feel free to ask.  
If you have more family and friends that wants to join then the larger house can accommodate that too. Please note that both homes are completely separated from one another . There is a fence between each homes and both homes
have their own parking and backyard oasis space. There is definitely privacy between the two homes. We strive to make your time with us a relaxing and a memorable experience.


ALL LISTINGS::
If the dates you desire are not available please see our other available listings.

Oasis River House
https://www.vrbo.com/3195024?unitId=3768119

Sequoia River House
https://www.vrbo.com/3192820?unitId=3765915

"Sierra River House" on the Main Fork of the Kaweah River. Breathtaking Views - Three Rivers
https://www.vrbo.com/1552811

*Specials* Stunning Main Fork "Kaweah River House" -1/2 Mile to Sequoia Park - Three Rivers
https://www.vrbo.com/1034761

(Two homes on 6 acres.
You can rent them individually or both together if the dates are available)

Contemporary "River Retreat House" with 2 Decks on Southfork - Three Rivers
https://www.vrbo.com/976395

"River Retreat House",South Fork River With Two Decks. - Three Rivers
https://www.vrbo.com/831697

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
-Please note, the maximum occupancy for this property is 4 guests -If more than 4 guests are in the property, you will be asked to leave.
-Please enter an accurate number of guests when sending your request. If more guests are brought, you will need to pay an additional guest fee.
-Please include the total number of guests including names and ages.

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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Three Rivers

Located in Three Rivers, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Lake Kaweah and Lemon Hill Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance. Our Place Playground and Bravo Lake Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Three Rivers, CA

What's nearby

  • Our Place Playground - 14 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Lake Kaweah - 15 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Horse Creek Recreation Area - 20 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance - 23 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Foothills Visitor Center - 26 min drive - 28.0 km

Getting around

  • Visalia, CA (VIS-Visalia Municipal) - 60 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "River Retreat House" - River With Two Decks, BBQ, Firepit🔥, near Sequoia Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "River Retreat House" - River With Two Decks, BBQ, Firepit🔥, near Sequoia Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "River Retreat House" - River With Two Decks, BBQ, Firepit🔥, near Sequoia Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "River Retreat House" - River With Two Decks, BBQ, Firepit🔥, near Sequoia Park located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Sequoia National Forest and Kaweah River. Lake Kaweah and Our Place Playground are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise! Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desiree T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house about 15 minutes off the main road. Enjoyed hanging out by the river and watching the deer. Sequoia National Park was beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous, nature lovers retreat. Loved sitting on the deck reading, listening to the sounds of the River. The little house was very comfortable, clean, and spacious for my husband and I. We went to Sequoia & Kings Canyon and wished we would have stayed a couple more days just to enjoy the Little house. The management team was very professional and very helpful. Wish we could give the place more stars.
Cute Little River House
Patio, BarQ Fire pit
One of the patio’s by the river
Comfortable kitchen & living room
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is lovey and would stay here again. Only about 20 minutes from Sequoia National Park entrance. A short walk from the cabin to the decks on the river provided relaxing evenings to the sound of the river.Srey, the host, provided us with detailed information about the property and while we didn't see or speak to him during our stay, I was confident he would quickly respond should we need anything.Highly recommend
View of river from deck
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet, private place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny D.

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

Beautiful and clean very private.

A super nice relaxing experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bev m.

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

Beautiful creek side cabin

Beautiful little house near creek. Very relaxing and comfortable. Had everything we needed for our short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris S., Miller Place

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

Lovely cabin

We loved our stay. Perfect for our family of 3. Could have fit 4. Perfect place to stay for our trips to Sequoia and Kings Canyon.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

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

Great Host! Super quiet remote cozy stay!

Host was an excellent communicator before during and after our trip! House was super clean. Spacious for the two of us. Super remote/quiet and the river is a close walk. Would definitely stay again! Oh and the PacMan game was a bonus :)
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee N.

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

Absolutely perfect!

Our son was getting married in Three Rivers and we picked this location to stay. The property was clean, beautiful and very comfortable. Great direction and communication with the owner as well as recommendations on things to do in the area. We highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sung C.

I love it!!!

If you want quite getaway place, this is it!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Debbie Z.

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

Beautiful and Serene

We had a very relaxing and enjoyable time. The accommodations were cozy and comfortable. Could use a few more kitchen items, but overall we were very satisfied. There are plenty of things to do in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

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

Amazing stay

We had a great time at this location. It was in the best area of 3 rivers. 30 mins to sequoia and just a short walk from the cabin to the river. So peaceful and quiet. Also able to see the family of deers that take a walk in the mornings. Will definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

michael M.

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

Relaxing getaway. Host was very helpful and friendly.

We spent most of our days touring the National Forests. When we were at the cabin we found it wonderfully pleasant and met all our needs. The walk down to the rapids was very calming and beautiful. Our host was very prompt in responding to any of our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lois A.

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

Peaceful Getaway

Had an amazing time here. Its out of the way, quiet and more than peaceful. In fact, after coming home from a long day of hiking in the park, we ran into a deer taking a rest in the yard and were able to get several pictures of it. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Curt R.

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

Great stay to see Sequoia

Enjoyed our time in the guest house. It was perfect for the four of us. House was great, everything in good shape. Less than 1/2 hour to the main gate for Sequoia. River on site was a nice touch. Would stay again off back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meghan F.

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

Beautiful Spot

Srey was incredibly responsive and informative. The retreat was spotless. Beautiful, but remote, location. Would be best if you plan on hanging out there for a good chunk of your trip - even not considering a line to get into the park the retreat is >1hr from General Sherman etc...
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace S.

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

The Perfect Getaway in Nature

River Retreat House is the perfect place for a getaway in nature. The cabin is accessible from town via a 15-20 minute drive along a gorgeous, quiet mountain road and feels very remote (no cell service for us!), but it is equipped with everything you would need. We had a lovely time enjoying the gorgeous river that is accessible from the property and didn't see another soul. We also enjoyed the use of the propane fire pit and incredible views of the starry night sky from the backyard. The town of Three Rivers is very quaint and has multiple places to eat, drink, and shop on your way in or out of town, and after a very short drive you can be at the entrance to Sequoia National Park! We highly recommend this cabin and hope to return someday.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bud C.

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

10/10

Beautiful property. Roughly 20 min from the park entrance, and a 1 min walk to the river behind the house. Plenty of food options, and 2 gas stations within 15 min. Will definitely come back in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh H.

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

10 Year Anniversary

My wife and I shared a couple nights here for our 10 Year Anniversary. The short walk to the river, for morning coffee, and the welcoming committee of 4 Deer standing outside our bedroom window, was among the best experiences of our week. We would highly recommend this place! Everything was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leah D.

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

Quaint Cabin in Quiet Neighborhood

My husband and I had a great stay. We were in town for a wedding down the road from us. The cabin was perfect for a long weekend. It was very clean and just as described in the listing. It was very hot outside so we did not use the outdoor space much but the AC kept inside nice and cool. The area is beautiful and we saw lots of wildlife!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hayley A., Riverside

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

Comfortable and Quiet Retreat

Our two-night stay at the River Retreat House was perfect. The house was clean, nicely furnished, and cozy yet spacious. The beds were really comfortable. We appreciated the air conditioning as it was really hot during our visit. Our cell phone reception was non-existent, but we were able to communicate with the host and family via the wireless network. I highly recommend this property and would definitely book it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy V.

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

Sequoia

You cannot trust your GPS. Follow the directions of the owner. Print them out, limited or no cell service. This place is great. Super clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

Beautiful River Retreat

Spent Easter weekend at this beautiful 3 Rivers retreat amid the wild flowers, woodpeckers, and deer. The cabin has been recently renovated and is clean with a "new" feel to it. Kitchen had what we needed. Beds were comfortable and clean. Enjoyed the firepit at night and the patio table for breakfast. Felt no need to move from the river deck on Saturday and could have easily spent the entire day there on Sunday. Would like to return for a longer stay. Thank you for making our stay so perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ronald L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Cozy cabin near southern Sequoia

Clean, everything worked. No cell service, but landline available. Wi-Fi worked fine. Owner answers phone immediately when we had a question. Short stroll to the deck along the river. Three Rivers Brewery was a great place to hang out after a day of hiking in Sequoia.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Srey Vivo

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We love traveling to the beautiful Sequoia National Parks so much that we had to have a home in Three Rivers. We are very outdoorsy and adventurous. We like hiking, kayaking, river rafting, hanging out at the lake, exploring nature, etc..., and so Three Rivers was the perfect location to accomplish all these things, and more.
When we began remodeling this Cabin Retreat we took a lot of pride in making it special. We didn't just paint over the cedar wood siding, but we meticulously stained it. We took our time to put together something special in the property that even though your in natures elements, you can feel safe, clean, comfortable and cozy in a newly remodeled property on the River. We put all new Furnishings from the couches, chairs, tables, beds, everything. We installed crystal white quartz countertops. We just put in new gravel all around the perimeter. It is something amazing and absolutely beautiful

Why they chose this property

This property is absolutely amazing. It has many trails, with streams, ponds, and falls. It is literally a slice of paradise.

What makes this property unique

This property is truly amazing. It has two amazing decks overlooking the South Fork of the Kaweah River. (which always has water flowing through it year round)

This property is very unique because as the drought has affected California for the past 3 years and many river homes dry up, well we are fortunate to say they we have NEVER dried up (knock on wood) because of where we sit on the South Fork River. So if you are staying with us be assured that anytime of the year that you will experience water flowing through our River on our property (which cannot be said for all properties in three rivers that advertise a river flowing through it).

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