Private Guest Cottage With Mountain, Meadow Views, 4 Miles From Park Entrance

Description

Private guest cottage, located four miles from the main entrance station to Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Park, one mile off the main highway in Three Rivers. An artfully appointed interior and building design, a sweeping meadow below the panoramic window, brings you to nature's edge. Simplicity and comfort welcome you to your home away from home.

Fitting snugly into the the hillside, the 400 square foot cottage has an open floor plan and was designed and built in 1985 as a special home for the host's Grandma. Grandma's favorite color of blue is found in the dishes, carpets, linens and furniture. A panoramic half-circle window frames the Sierra Nevada Foothills and meadow outside, and provides a magnificent setting for the star-studded night sky and the full moon rise from behind the mountains across the canyon.

The natural setting is breathtaking for this private guest cottage deep in Salt Creek Canyon at the foot of Case Mountain. Located at 1200 ft elevation in the Sierra Nevada foothills, the cottage is surrounded by higher mountains and is situated at the end of a road in a rural subdivision.

During the “wet” season (usually from November to April), winter and spring dominate the landscape. Snow can often be found at the higher elevations in the National Park and chains might be needed to access Giant Forest. Several places in Three Rivers offer chain rentals. The foothills turn green with the seasonal rains and the wildflower season begins at the cottage elevation around March and April. The spring wildflower bloom migrates up the elevation climb, culminating in spectacular mountain meadow blossoming in Sequoia National Park during the early summer months. The “dry” season (usually from May to October) brings warmer temperatures in Three Rivers in the summer, along with drying foothills turning golden brown. The higher elevations in the National Park offer cooler temperatures for hiking along the many trails.

The Case Mountain Recreation Area, public land via the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), is located a short walking distance from the cottage parking area. This area has become the premier hiking area for locals and visitors. Many foot trails and mountain biking trails are a favorite experience for guests. During the spring, this area is profuse with blooming native wildflowers. Many trail guides and nature books can be found in the cottage. Elsah, your host, is a founding member of the local California Native Plant Society and can answer questions about the local flora and fauna.

A TV, equipped with Dish Network, and a DVD player is found in the living room. A distinctive library of books is available for thoughtful browsing. Iron and ironing board, flashlight, board games, bathing supplies, hair dryer and other amenities are offered for guests. The cooling system for summer months is a ductless air conditioner which keeps the cottage cool and comfortable, and also heats the cottage in the winter. The cottage has a telephone that allows for unlimited long distance calling (in USA only). Only ATT cell phones work in this area. WIFI via Viasat satellite internet access is available (limited data use.)

The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking, including microwave, gas stove, refrigerator, coffee maker, and all dishes and cooking utensils. Freshly ground French roast coffee, both regular and decaf, and a wide assortment of herbal teas and English teas, along with cream and sugar is provided. There is an outside flower and herb bed at the level of the kitchen window at the sink.

There is a queen-size bed, with down comforter in the bedroom area and a futon sofa in the living room which opens to a full-size bed. Please let the Elsah, the host, know if you need the extra bed to be made up for you. The bathroom has a tiled step down shower, which also doubles as a sit down bath tub. The open floor plan for the cottage includes partial walls and curtains between the living room and bedroom area, providing visual privacy.

The outside deck is made from the circular bottom of a large redwood wine vat. A shade umbrella and table with chairs provide an outdoor living space.

The cottage is dander-free. No pets are allowed. Host has one cat who is not allowed in the cottage.