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River Rock Retreat

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Miscellaneous
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

River Rock Retreat

Peace & Quiet is what draws us to Kernville! Natural wood burning fireplace to relax with your family, fish the river, take nature hikes and enjoy snow in the winter! Garage contains River Rat River Tubes and pump for your enjoyment! We have Two Spacious patios for taking in the mountain air and watching our favorite deer family hang out in our backyard at night! Well, you might also see our family of Bears!

In Kernville Town Center, you can take a Leisurely stroll at Riverside Park and pop into one of the many shops for artisanal crafts, antiques, and one of a kind gift ideas. Take a break for a bite at any one of Kernville’s local hotspots:
KERN RIVER BREWERY: Award winning gastropub features live music every Friday night. you 🍻
EWING’S: Fine dining on the bluffs overlooking the river. Amazing views.
BIG BLUE BEAR: Coffee, baked goods, and quick eats in a family friendly shop.
CHERYL’S DINER: The classic downtown diner in the heart of it all.
THE CRACKED EGG: The quaint café with local charm.

Come join us for famous Whiskey Flats weekend and or the Annual Rodeo!
Or get out of town to explore & rent a boat and enjoy Lake Isabella, fish or motor sport. Fly fish in the Kern River or high-country meadow streams. Driving distance to hikes of all comfort levels, including the Trail of 100 Giants: In the Winter visit Alta Sierra Ski Resort for skiing or for some family tube runs! Your perfect wilderness retreat begins here!

Property manager

Julia & Andre Karobkoff

Languages

English, Russian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)

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Policies

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
Contactless check-out available

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 not allowed

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
Property Registration Number 2065

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
River Rock Retreat
River Rock Retreat Kernville
River Rock Retreat Private vacation home
River Rock Retreat Private vacation home Kernville

About the neighborhood

Map
Kernville, CA

What's nearby

  • The Kern Valley Museum - 18 min walk
  • Kern River Valley Historical Society - 18 min walk
  • Brush Creek - 3 min drive
  • Sierra South Mountain Sports - 4 min drive
  • Kernville Chamber of Commerce - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Inyokern, CA (IYK) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kern River Brewing Co - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Barn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Big Blue Bear - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Cheryl's Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sportsman's Inn - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is River Rock Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at River Rock Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Rock Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Rock Retreat located?

Located on a lake, this ski-in/ski-out vacation home in Kernville is within a 10-minute walk of Sequoia National Forest and Kern River and close to winter sports such as cross-country skiing and sledding. Sierra South Mountain Sports and Brush Creek are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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River Rock Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason B., Orange County

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kernville Rafting Trip
Great home base for a few days on the Kern. Located very close to downtown this house made the commute to rafting very easy. House was set up perfect to relax and enjoy the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ofelya Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
We have been visiting Kernville for many years, and this hour was one of our best stays. The neighborhood and the location overall were perfect. We were amazed at the welcoming energy of the house. Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eddy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kernville quiet side but close to centre
Compact but spacious property on a quiet and affluent street: can sleep many comfortably and feed them well. We easily cooked for 10 on stove and barbecue. There's no coffee grinder (doesn't claim to have one but that was a problem for me - I brought beans). An issue with the alarm system was solved quickly; but I had to go across the road for AT&T cell signal to report and solve. Once I was signed into the WiFi there were no phone issues. I would suggest providing the WiFi password in the move-in instructions for this reason. We would choose this property again for a large group. Thanks Julie for your prompt attention to the issues; we all enjoyed our stay, you are lucky to have found this property. Truly iconic ;)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manisha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
The location and the cabin was beautiful. The owners were very responsive and helped answer our questions. I would definitely recommend your stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Harold G., Anthem, Maricopa County, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very comfortable & clean
Everything was great in general. The air conditioning system was slow in cooling during the very hot weather.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Bill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A
Real nice visit the house was set up well and was in a good location my only dislike was a camera in the kitchen but easy enough to just cover it up and I still give our stay a five star stay would definitely go back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sam K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded our expectations!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the River Rock Retreat. The place was clean, well appointed and equipped and very conveniently located. We loved the vinyl record collection, the vintage player piano, as well as the great assortment of games like shuffleboard, ping pong and corn hole. We can’t wait to book our next stay. Thank you Julie and Andre for a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021