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The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with bar stools, a dining table with chairs, and a chandelier.
A room with a large wall sign reading "Heart of California."
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and bar stools.
A covered patio with outdoor furniture, a grill, and a hot tub.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits

    Top-rated for families.

  • Garage parking available

    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Tulare, CA
  • Place, International Agri Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Tulare Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Tulare Outlets
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Visalia, CA (VIS-Visalia Municipal)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub

Summary:
Located in the heart of California, Tulare Ca, this spacious home is perfect as a home base while exploring the Golden State. With four bedrooms, two living spaces, and an open concept kitchen, you can't go wrong with this home away from home.

The Space:
Great for tourists, travel nurses, World Ag Expo exhibitors, families visiting the valley, or those wanting to explore all of California through day trips. We are located directly between San Francisco and Los Angeles, and at the base of both the Sequoia and Sierra National Parks. Visit sequoiashuttle.com for shuttle options into the park. Tulare is truly the heart of California.

Guest Access:
Guests have uninterrupted access to the entire house. However, we also live in Tulare, so we are available if need be.

The Neighborhood:
The home is located in a quiet neighborhood built in 2008. It is located close to the entrance of Highway 99, Mooney Blvd, and there is a Super Target, park, and several restaurants nearby (driving distance).

Getting Around:
The attached 3 car garage and large driveway should accommodate any vehicles you have. If you prefer a ride, Uber and Lyft are available. If you are visiting the Sequoias, check out sequoiashuttle.com. Shuttles run from 8am to 6:30pm (May through September).

Other Things to Note:
Distance to:
Sequoia National Park... 50 miles
Sierra National Park... 110 miles
Yosemite National Park... 110 miles
World Ag Expo (Heritage Complex)... 2 miles
San Francisco International Airport... 235 miles
Los Angeles International Airport... 175 miles
Disneyland... 200 miles
Napa Valley... 240 miles
California Central Coast... 145 miles

Feel free to ask us about directions or recommendations to our favorite day trips and adventure spots!

We are pet friendly and charge a $100 non refundable pet fee. Please bring a bed for your animal to sleep on.

Interaction with Guests:
Text, call, or message us during reasonable hours! We offer self check in and check out, but I am available if you need.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 23

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

Charge may apply

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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Important information

You need to know

Property # 3116367vb
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Tulare

Tulare is home to this holiday home. Prosperity Sports Park and Mooney Grove Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Visalia Adventure Park and Imagine U Children's Museum.
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Tulare, CA

What's nearby

  • International Agri Center - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Tulare Golf Course - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Tulare Outlets - 8 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Tulare Historical Museum - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Prosperity Sports Park - 11 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Corcoran Station - 29 min drive
  • Visalia, CA (VIS-Visalia Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panda Express - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub?

As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub on 21 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,242, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub located?

Situated in Tulare, this holiday home is 2 mi (3.3 km) from International Agri Center and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Tulare Golf Course. Adventist Health Tulare and Tulare Historical Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

7.8

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall the stay was pleasant. There was a hiccup with first arrivals and the code for the door not working but the hosts were more than quick to respond and help out. The hosts were great at communication with any and all questions I had. very lovely stay. :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect our travel needs. The home was clean and beds and linens were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great! Everything was clean when we got there and had no problem while we stayed there. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place! Everything you need under one roof. Especially appreciated two separate gathering areas with tv.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was good. The house is located very near the World Ag Expo and in a well kept newer neighborhood. The layout of the house itself is very useable with access to most of the rooms including the garage. There were a couple of locked doors that I assume were some sort of storage areas. Cleanliness was not a major issue. The carpets are a little stained from normal use but overall I would say that we were happy with the presentation of the house. Now for the bad. When we got there the HVAC did not work. It was triple digit heat the duration of our stay. We did call the management company in charge of the property who had a handyman come out same day. The HVAC worked for the rest of that day but then quit in the middle of the night and never functioned again. Upon inspection the filter looked as though it had not been changed maybe ever. The barstools were dangerously wobbly and one was even falling apart. Hot water was difficult to achieve, especially in the front bathroom. The water coming from the dispenser in the refrigerator smelled like dirty feet and was undrinkable. We drank from bottles and the kitchen sink while we were there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, good management they refunded me when the hot tub had an issue with no problems and are replacing it. Great air conditioner which we needed since 110 degrees! Recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Very clean home. Very clear instructions. Everything was easy to find.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Housekeeping more detail

Master closet door handle loose, dishes in kitchen dusty, mirror on master bathroom dusty, broken kitchen stool feet rest, needs upgrades for house audio.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house worked out well for our reunion and overall we enjoyed our stay. While there we did not register any problems with the host but were disappointed with a few things regarding cleaning and maintenance.1 - our group were all over 78 years old and for a few of us the fact that there was no handicap accessories - bars, handhold in showers were concerning.2. Over all cleanliness was not good. The property had been surface cleaned only. Carpets had several stains, dusty, kitchen table not cleaned, windows dirty3 Refrigerator: The ice maker did not work, and the freezer drawer was missing making it difficult to use.4. Counter stools were not useable - they were very wobbly and the supports rails were loose and falling out.5. The one car garage portion was full of old and broken furniture.6. The washer dryer in the garage was mounted on top of a wooden stand and difficult to access and use.7. The grill was totally unusable - caked with grease and dirt8. The AC controls were difficult. We ultimately controlled the temp by turning the unit off and on - could not get the thermostat to work.9. Several electric outlets had the covers missing 10. lights were difficult to control - a lot of blinking in the adjustable lights and a few bulbs were not working.11. We could not get the blinds for the front window to close12. Toilet seats were loose - - couldn't get them to tighten effectively.13- couple of the dining chairs have loose supports making chairs unstable.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026

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