Soak up the history of Kernville Ranch in the all natural cedar hot tub after a day on the river, watch the horses frolic in front of pink and purple mountains. Plunge into or practice your casting in our private river (Runs April through December). Originally built in the 1890s. Nestled in over 14 acres of water meadow. There is an attached but separate wing that is another listing. Two bedrooms upstairs, a large living room, loo & kitchen downstairs. no checkout chores.
The space
This charming house exudes authenticity, with its log cabin walls and a stacked stone fireplace.
The heart of the home is the spacious KITCHEN, thoughtfully equipped with modern electric appliances for your convenience. It caters to cooking enthusiasts with a well-stocked selection of spices, herbs, serving platters, and specialized tools like citrus reamers or simple cork screws.
A short corridor off the kitchen leads to the large BATHROOM. On the right a separate shower stall. A full sized bath tub on the left. At the end of that hall is the locked and sound insulated central door to the Meadowlands Cottage listing that you can rent separately. There is also a listing for the whole ranch for larger groups.
Outside the kitchen, a private red brick patio entry area. Dine outside under ten thousand stars, a round Moroccan tile table with seating for four. A charcoal grill is also available on this front deck.
Upstairs, the MAIN BEDROOM offers a comfortable queen bed and a cozy sitting area with a TV. The windows frame views of the front garden, majestic shade trees, and the eastern mountains in the changing light.
The SECOND BEDROOM, divided by the stairs, has a full double bed on one side and a twin bed that can transform into a small sofa on the other.
The LIVING ROOM, generously-sized and designed for family gatherings, centers around the wood-burning fireplace, making it an ideal spot for board games and cozy evenings. On the opposite end of the room is another seating area beneath the window, great for the weekend's puzzle or peaceful reading nook. three sofas to lounge on when enjoying family movie nights on the large TV.
We provide endless firewood for the cold nights, cut from the many shade trees on the ranch. Very effective evaporation coolers that keep the house cool on the very hottest of days in the summer. The heating and cooling provided by the power sourced from a local hydroelectric turbine, aligns with our commitment to sustainability.
We have two work desks and excellent WiFi for zooming to work while you relax in the mountains with us.
Guest access
You have complete and private access to all interior areas photographed.
You are welcome to explore the fenced grounds of Kernville Ranch. Take a soothing dip in our all-natural cedar hot tub, plunge into our seasonal private rivers' swimming hole (April through December), experience the thrill of the zip line, and feel free to use firewood from the woodpile for cozy evenings. Say "Hi" to the horses that graze in the lower meadows, the upper grounds offer expansive grass lawns and over 100 mature shade trees.
The ranch spans about 15 acres, featuring other available listings. This listing is the Mountain View.
Meadowlands is a one bedroomCottage attached to this house through corridor off the kitchen with a locked and insulated door.
The Shiny Spartan is a travel trailer to the north of the house with a main bedroom and kitchenette and large deck.
Both of these listings can be rented separately. For larger groups, consider renting the entire ranch.
We encourage guests to connect with fellow vacationers. While exploring our ranch please exercise caution and common sense. These areas contain tractors and farm equipment essential for ranch operations.
Other things to note
The magic of our property may reveal itself in unexpected ways. Perhaps a herd of deer will grace you with their presence as you witness the sunset over the water meadows. Or your children may frolic through the mint field, their hands cradling a new found frog. Nature and wildlife will undoubtedly make their presence known during your stay.
My husband and I are thrilled to share Kernville Ranch's enchantment with you. Our approach is a delicate one – we renovated the house and its surroundings to offer families a comfortable and enjoyable experience while safeguarding the historical charm of the Ranch, where wildlife thrives.
Kernville Ranch is home to several retired horses, a gentle river flows through our land. Abundant water keeps our grounds lush and green. Above the river we have expansive lawns and towering shade trees, providing a welcome respite from the heat.
Separated by the babbling brook that meanders through the property (Runs seasonally April through December), the remainder of the ranch opens into flood meadows where retired horses roam freely. Ducks, herons, and ospreys grace our skies, painting a picturesque scene against the backdrop of pink-hued mountains. It truly is a place of remarkable beauty.
