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COZY FARM HOUSE NESTLED AMONG THE ORANGE GROVES

 
 
 
Sequoia Park house rental - Back patio
Back patio
  • Sequoia Park house rental - Back patio
    Back Patio & Picnic area
    Entrance
    View from the street
    Large family room
  • Sequoia Park house rental - Kitchen
    Dining area
    Back Bedroom in Main House
    Front Bedroom in Farm House
    Large room, two twin beds
    The Bunkhouse, view looking in. Includes bathroom and small kitchenette.
  • Sequoia Park house rental - Bunkhouse, view looking out.
    Peacocks roaming the property
    The Orange groves
 
Sequoia Park house rental - Back patio

Back patio

Back Patio & Picnic area

Back Patio & Picnic area

Entrance

Entrance

View from the street

View from the street

Large family room

Large family room

Kitchen

Kitchen

Dining area

Dining area

Back Bedroom in Main House

Back Bedroom in Main House

Front Bedroom in Farm House

Front Bedroom in Farm House

Large room, two twin beds

Large room, two twin beds

The Bunkhouse, view looking in. Includes bathroom and small kitchenette.

The Bunkhouse, view looking in. Includes bathroom and small kitchenette.

Bunkhouse, view looking out.

Bunkhouse, view looking out.

Peacocks roaming the property

Peacocks roaming the property

The Orange groves

The Orange groves

  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps10

Photos and Description of the Sequoia Park vacation house rental
House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths, (Sleeps 8-10)

This attractive, three bedroom is nestled among the orange and mandarin groves of McKellar Farms. Remodeled in the fall of 2007, the house has central heating and air conditioning, direct TV, full kitchen, wireless internet access, washer and dryer, sunroom, and much more. Decorated with original Albert Marshall paintings of the Sierra Nevada mountains, the 8 room house is well furnished and comfortable, with a big back porch and pleasant patio looking over the landscaped grounds. The gardens are so attractive that small signs now tell visitors the names of the plants.

In the late 1920's, nestled among the orange and mandarin orchards of McKellar Farms, Hugh McKellar planted seven native Sycamores and began planning the family homestead. His plan was to build a home and buildings of the native adobe clay, and by 1938, he had created a work building and a wash house over the cistern that would supply water for many years.

Using granite hauled from the Big Meadows area between the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, he laid out walkways by hand. In 1939, he built the foundation for his home. It was unusual for the times, but Hugh then arranged for his house in Ivanhoe to be picked up, placed on a truck, and moved to the ranch. Hugh McKellar and his wife Vernice slept in the home that very night.

Hugh and Vernice had two children, Norene and Robert, and a second house was moved to the property when the two were too old to share a bedroom. Bob's House later became The Bunkhouse for employees, and then in 2006 and 2007 was remodeled and redecorated into an attractive cottage for travelers. The bunkhouse sleeps 4 and is also available to rent separately.

The lovely grounds are now rented often for weddings, special events, receptions, and family reunions.

Keywords: House, cottage, Sequoia National Park,

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About The Owner

Bob McKellar, owner of McKellar Farms, opened his childhood farm house to the public in 2008. The home was originally in a different location in the small town of Ivanhoe and McKellar's father built a new foundation and moved the family home to McKellar Farms in 1939. Today, Bob McKellar shares the legacy of his family farm tradition with travelers around the world and is passionate about educating visitors about agriculture and family farmers.

The Owner purchased this house in 1927
Sequoia Park house rental - Back patio

Back patio

Back Patio & Picnic area

Back Patio & Picnic area

Entrance

Entrance

View from the street

View from the street

Large family room

Large family room

Kitchen

Kitchen

Dining area

Dining area

Back Bedroom in Main House

Back Bedroom in Main House

Front Bedroom in Farm House

Front Bedroom in Farm House

Large room, two twin beds

Large room, two twin beds

The Bunkhouse, view looking in. Includes bathroom and small kitchenette.

The Bunkhouse, view looking in. Includes bathroom and small kitchenette.

Bunkhouse, view looking out.

Bunkhouse, view looking out.

Peacocks roaming the property

Peacocks roaming the property

The Orange groves

The Orange groves

Nearest Point of Interest : Sequoia National Park
Nearest Point of Interest : Kings Canyon National Park

We offer a full tour of the orange orchard and an equipment demonstration. Guests are also encouraged to roam the property and pick fresh oranges from the trees.

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Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Sequoia Park, California

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency () unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Notes

  • $200-$350/nt - $750/5 nts - $1400/wk
  • US Dollars
  • $145/night(Sun-Thurs)-$195/night(Fri/Sat) 1-2 guests ($75 Non-Refundable cleaning)
  • $165/night(Sun-Thurs)-$275/night(Fri/Sat) 4 guests ($75 Non-Refundable cleaning)
  • $200/night(Sun-Thurs)-$350/night(Fri/Sat) 5-8 guests ($75 Non-Refundable cleaning)
  • $850/5 nights (Sun-Thurs) - Up to 8 guests ($100 Non-Refundable cleaning fee)
  • $1,100/7 full days - Up to 8 guests ($125 Non-Refundable cleaning fee)
  • (2 night min)
  • $300 Refundable Deposit
  • **Special Rates Available when booked with our wedding venue**

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Sequoia Park, California

Property Type:
  • house
Location Type:
  • Mountain View ...
    30 minutes from Sequoia National Park and 1 hour from Kings Canyon National Park
General:
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
  • Parking Off Street
  • Wood Fireplace
  • Air Conditioning
  • Linens Provided
  • Wireless Internet
  • Washing Machine
Kitchen:
  • Ice Maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Catering Available ...
    Fresh seasonal fruit basket from our working ranch and local farmers, as well as fresh baked pastries made from those fruits
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Cooking Utensils
Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10
  • Queen size Beds (3) 2 Queen beds in the main house, one in the Bunk House, Double Beds (1), Twin or Single Beds (2), Sleep Sofa or Futons (1) Sofa bed in the spacious living room, Bunk Beds (1) Available in our Bunk House as a separate rental
Entertainment:
  • Satellite / Cable
Outside:
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Gazebo
  • Deck / Patio
Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • pets not allowed
  • children welcome
Attractions:
  • cinemas
  • health/beauty spa
  • museums
  • live theater
  • restaurants
Leisure Activities:
  • miniature golf
  • sight seeing
  • boating
  • antiquing
  • wildlife viewing
  • shopping
  • horseback riding
Local Services & Businesses:
  • fitness center
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • hiking
  • cycling
  • mountain biking
  • swimming
  • rafting
  • spelunking
  • fishing
Notes: Guests are provided with the ingredients to prepare the breakfast of their choice and a basket of fresh locally grown fruit of the season.

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Sequoia Park, California

Cozy Farm House Nestled Among the Orange Groves
average rating of 5.0 based on 1 reviews
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Cozy Farm House Nestled Among the Orange Groves
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p246645vbi
(559) 798-0557 Ext 7014 (California, USA)
Ivanhoe Central Valley
Merced, CA
5

Dennis

5 of 5
Submitted: February 28, 2012 Stayed: February 2012
A very nice and quite place to stay. The staff was wonderful. If you are looking for somewhere private this is the right place.
Owner's Response: Thank you Dennis! We always enjoy having you and your group here, and look forward to seeing you again next year.
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