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Sundew View/ Kings Canyon/Sequoia National Parks

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Exterior
Exterior
We love "golden hour" at Sundew, sipping wine and enjoying the views.
Exterior
Carport with wood rack for wood burning stove

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Squaw Valley, CA
  • Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Big Stump Trail
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Grant Grove Visitor Center
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Visalia, CA (VIS-Visalia Municipal)
    ‪83 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Sundew View/ Kings Canyon/Sequoia National Parks

Experience the rustic foothills of the Sierras, just a short drive from the entrance to Sequoia Kings Canyon NP. Relax at this cozy 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home nestled in Upper Squaw Valley. This pet-friendly space offers a comfortably furnished interior with a wood-burning stove, laundry machines, and covered deck with a gas grill! Whether you’re here to taste the local wines, explore National Park, or take a trip to Fresno, this peaceful property is the perfect home base! Our guests also enjoy a complimentary bottle of wine with every stay.

The space is clean and simple, with all the little comforts you might need for a relaxing getaway. Nestled on 10 acres, this property offers plenty of room to spread-out and enjoy the peaceful mountain views. Kickback for a view of the stars at night, or enjoy a family picnic among the trees. Our guests look forward a spectacular sunset every evening, with distant views all the way to the CA Central Valley. What’s nearby:
Sequoia/Kings Canyon National Parks (Kings Canyon entrance is 13 miles)
General Grant Grove
Hume Lake
Boyden Cave
General Sherman Tree
Moro Rock
Giant Forest has over 60 miles of interconnecting hikes
Crescent Meadow
Tokopah Falls
Kings River-Rafting and Fishing
Pine Flat Lake
Cathaven

Property manager

Peggy O'Bosky
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Service or support animal must show cert. prior
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No outdoor firepits, fireworks or explosives of any kind as these pose significant wildfire risk.
Max. 2 animals.......Pet fee must be paid unless service animal in which case you must provide proof certificate prior to booking....thank you

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Yokuts Valley

Located in Yokuts Valley, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Giant Sequoia National Monument and General Grant Tree are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance. Travelling with kids? Consider Cathaven and Bravo Lake Botanical Garden. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Squaw Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance - 30 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Big Stump Trail - 31 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Grant Grove Visitor Center - 36 min drive - 30.5 km
  • General Grant Tree - 41 min drive - 32.0 km
  • Hume Lake - 56 min drive - 49.0 km

Getting around

  • Visalia, CA (VIS-Visalia Municipal) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pinehurst Lodge - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Twins Valley Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gena's Sierra Inn - ‬20 min drive
  • Clingan Deli Shop
  • ‪Sierra Peaks Winery - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sundew View/ Kings Canyon/Sequoia National Parks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Sundew View/ Kings Canyon/Sequoia National Parks?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sundew View/ Kings Canyon/Sequoia National Parks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sundew View/ Kings Canyon/Sequoia National Parks located?

This family-friendly Yokuts Valley holiday home is located in the mountains, 10.6 mi (17 km) from Cathaven, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance. Big Stump Trail and Giant Sequoia National Monument are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 35 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Qiuzhan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cabin that is close to the park. The owner is so generous to allow us to charge our EV.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, excellent communication and set up. You can tell they have done this before. Lots of personal touches.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bhargav D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, natural and well equipped! Our first impression as we pull up in to the parking space was “WOW”!! The views of the valley and sunset from the property itself are a treat! The accommodation was perfect for a family of 5 (grandparents and kids included) along with our dogs. All rooms were well equipped and the walkin closet is more than enough to store and change clothes! It does give you a country feel! The resident quails and bunnies will occasionally greet you and will scamper as they hear you walk out the door!We really enjoyed sipping the complimentary bottle of red wine!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Erin V.

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

Clean property and gracious hosts

Overall the property was very clean and the hosts were great and very accommodating. Kitchenware was very dated and many items could not be used due to poor quality. Drive to Sequoia was at least 1.5 hours.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sami H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peggy, our host, is awesome and very responsive. We had instructions ahead of time and were able to find and enter our location smoothly. A few quirks, since the location is remote and surrounded by darkness, is that our kids were a little freaked out that one of the bedrooms has a connected dark storage room, separated by a drape, which scared them at night. A door would be preferable. Also, since the location is remote, people should be ready for ants, spiders, and rodents. Otherwise the beds were comfortable, and we used the kitchen to make food.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacques M.

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

Great location

Good place conveniently located close from the Kings Canyon National Park entrance
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeremy

Good for a short stay to see the national parks.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samer A.

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

Cozy house close to Kings Canyon

Place is as advertised in terms of amenities and location. Host is responsive and helpful. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inez

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
As any normal person I was skeptical that it was going to be as pictured but I was not disappointed. Everything was amazing and beautiful! The area is great and the distance to get out into nature and reconnect was within reach here. I felt safe with my three small kids and didn't feel embarrassed with their rowdiness because it was just our family enjoying the sun and nature during the day and being bathed in stars at night. Thank you to the host, Peggy for her great hospitality and supplying all the things needed for a great stay. Pet friendly!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

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

Great stay

Needed a place outside of Kings Canyon and this fit the bill.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners keep the property in very clean condition inside. This is a nice, quiet retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse Z.

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

Cozy and quiet retreat close to Sequoia NP

Easy check-in, property is secluded but also a quick drive away from Sequoia NP which made it a great place to relax after spending the day exploring the park. Photos are accurate and property is clean, beds are comfortable, and has a spacious common area. Appreciated the complimentary wine upon arrival - will be sure to reserve a tasting next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda H.

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

Relaxing and Peaceful Stay

This was our first VRBO stay, and we would do it again. Check in was easy, the house was very homey and we slept extremely well something that usually does not happen at hotels.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee W.

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

National Park Adventure

This property was a great spot for our visit to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. From the location we could explore each park and relax in comfort in the evenings. The space was great for our family of 4 (2 adults, 2 kids) with room and beds to spare. Check-in and check-out was also seamless.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tara S.

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

King's Canyon Getaway

If you are looking for a vacation home close to King's Canyon that is not located within the park, this is a great option. About a 20 minute drive back and forth and the experience of staying more remote than rooms in the park. Bear Mountain pizza was awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie K.

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

Wonderful!

Well appointed and super comfy house. Good responses from the host for anything we needed. We slept very well and enjoyed our time in the parks. Thank you!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quant home. She really took the time to add lots of nice helpful touches from labeling cabinets to tips for staying in the countryside like storing food in the fridge during ant season. The kids loved the trundle bed. The home is loved and the area was so peaceful! Bring a telescope as it’s perfect for stargazing out there :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanlin W.

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

Great place to stay

spacious room and very quiet place with good view. We like the fully equipped kitchen and washer and dryer. Check in and check out is very smooth and contactless. Everything is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

William G.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Rodent-infested - stay elsewhere!

The house has a festering rodent infestation that negatively impacted our trip. We found fresh mouse droppings (pictured) throughout the house upon arriving for our stay and each morning after waking up, and a mouse ran into the bathroom from under the sink one evening while I was using the toilet. The house is generally dingy otherwise, and perhaps this could be understood given the relatively remote location, but the blatant rodent problem moves the house into the category of disgusting and unsafe.One of the bedroom doors also does not close all the way (pictured at its most closed position). This resulted in increased anxiety regarding the rodent problem for the guest who stayed in this room, since there was no way to fully shut the door and attempt to prevent rodent access to the room from the house common areas.Avoid, avoid, avoid.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rochel D.

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

Clean and Near National Park

We enjoyed this spacious property near Sequioa. It was clean and comfortable. The kitchen could be better stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay L.

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

Away From The Crowds

We were looking for a place that would be a good jump off point for the national parks nearby. This cozy place was perfect - quiet, bucolic and full of thoughtful little goodies. The hosts were great communicators. We will stay here again when we revisit the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

James I.

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

Stay

clean BBQ needs updating Peaceful excellent communication with owner Sometimes difficult with one bathroom Close to national Parks Overall would stay again with less people. We had six
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy D.

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

Up a mountain in Dunlap

Wildlife abounded, coyotes, rabbits, a rattlesnake, quail, and many other birds. The house was in a great location, up a mountain with views of Fresno. We visited Kings Canyon, Sequoia, Yosemite, and the Pacific Ocean. The host kindly let us check in early and offered to help direct our route back to the airport if the roads were still closed due to the Lightning Complex Fire that happened during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

We felt taken care of

The property was clean, and very well-stocked for our stay and for meals prepared there. We also felt well-taken-care-of, both en route to their property - when we needed to dodge a wildfire en route from San Diego, and also during our stay with Peggy's kind check-ins and tour advice. Arrive before sunset (the drive up is a bit winding/hilly but very pretty and peaceful for the soul!) and bring your groceries, and you'll be set for exploring beautiful Sequoia NP. Thanks, Peggy and team!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

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

California roadtrip with pets :)

This was the first stay of our California vacation, and we truly enjoyed it. We arrived late at night, but the check-in was simple and smooth. Our host was very communicative and sent clear directions beforehand. We used the home as a base for our visits to Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, which worked out great for us. The home was clean and neat. It included all that we needed for cooking meals together. We enjoyed the ample space of the home and the outdoor setting. It was very comfortable for us and our two furry friends. We would definitely stay again! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Peggy O'Bosky

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California born and raised and now retired on 10 acres in the Sierras that has been in the family for over 50 years.

Why they chose this property

Everyone visiting California should experience the beauty of the National Parks and this location is perfect to experience 2 of them! Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, some guests have even driven 2 hours from here and visited Yosemite! Trileptal! All 3 in one trip and a perfect spot for "home base".

What makes this property unique

We are close.enough to fill any needs that arise, but give everyone there space and peace and quiet. Contactless check in and we have lots of simple amenities that will make your stay easy peasy and comfortable.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests