Moon River Cottage

About this space
Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway with direct river access. A magical healing place to relax by the beautiful river, enjoy a picnic and BBQ during the day, kickback and stargaze at night. This quiet river Guest House is close to restaurants, shops, grocery store, art studios and only 15 min from the entrance of Sequoia National Park as well as Kaweah Lake. Activities available nearby: rent a boat, kayak, jet ski, fishing, hiking, river rafting, mountain biking, horseback riding.
The space
The 5 acre property offers plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the peaceful mountain and river views. Kaweah River runs through back side most of the year.

The house is very clean and ready for you to occupy. The spacious master bedroom has a queen size bed and a wood burning fireplace. The loft upstairs has 2 queen size beds.

Cozy living room with wood burning fireplace and smart TV.

The kitchen is stocked with dishes , pots and pans, stove , refrigerator, toaster, and a BBQ on the back is available to prepare your meals. The kitchen will be stocked with basic cooking spices, coffee, tea, and sugar will also be provided.

We supply quality linens, plush towels, body wash, shampoo and conditioner.
We provide board games for you to enjoy with your family.

There is a washer and dryer in the home you are welcome to use.

Guest access
You have access to the Guest House and the grounds as well as the the river behind the guest house, the Backyard and the gazebo dining area and a spacious deck, overlooking a beautiful large pond. (NOTE: The pond is under construction)

You DO NOT have the river access behind the main house.

We do offer WiFi at this location but it tends to be a little slower than in the big city, but it is available for you to use!

You are responsible at all times for your children and other guests. Please be responsible and safe around water! All children must be accompanied by an adult in the backyard and around the riverbed area. Children can be easily swept up and taken down the river by the current.

I would like to remind guests that this property is out in the beautiful wilderness. You are in the great outdoors and may encounter wild animals, both large and small. If doors or windows (without screens) are left open these critters and many bugs tend to find their way in.
I recommend only opening up the screened windows and ensuring doors are not left open.
Other things to note
* By booking this rental, The guest hereby acknowledges and agrees to the terms below:

When booking check that you have the correct amount of guests otherwise there will be a charge an extra 25.00 per guest after 4

Only dogs allowed inside the house or on the property. Please do not leave your dog unattended or left alone in the house. Please do not allow your dog to go on the sofas or beds. Thank you

PLUMBING: WATER AND SEPTIC: This house is on a river well and septic system. Nothing other than toilet paper can be flushed at any time. Please use wastebasket for sanitary napkins, tampons and Dental floss.

Please do not pour grease down the drain. Secure it in a carton for disposal or in the garbage bag. No garbage disposal here so be sure to use the trash bags/can.

LIABILITY: Guest accepts liability for any damages he or she caused to the property or the guest's guests, and for any items lost or stolen by guest or guest's guests. If damages are in excess of the security deposit being held, guest agrees to reimburse the owner for costs incurred to repair or replace damaged or missing items, along with added guest

HOLD HARMLESS: The owner does not assume any liability for loss, damage or injury to any persons or their personal property. Guest agrees to hold harmless the owner for any loss or damage caused by weather conditions, natural disasters, acts of God, or other reasons beyond their control.

PATIOS AND DECKS and the Grounds: The guest accepts and assumes all risks involved in or related to the use of the surrounding areas of the house, including but not limited to wildlife i.e Snakes and Bears

THE RIVER: Guest agrees that they are aware that swimming/walking in the river can be dangerous at certain times of the year, and guest hereby holds harmless the owner of the above said property for any and all claims, demands and causes of action by reason of any injury or whatever nature which has or have occurred, or may occur to the guest, or any of his/her guests as a result of, or in connection with the usage of the river made available by this property for their use.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: The guest, his/her heirs, assignors, executors, and administrators, releases and discharges Owner of above said property from any and all claims, demands and causes of action by reason of any injury or whatever nature which has or have occurred, or may occur to the guest, as a result of, or in connection with, the occupancy of the premises and agrees to hold the Owner free and harmless of any claim or suit arising there from. In any action concerning the rights, duties or liabilities of the parties to this agreement, their principals, agents, successors, or assignees the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorney fees and costs.

BARBECUE INSTRUCTIONS:
TURN OFF the propane valve on the tank when you are finished with the BBQ so the propane doesn't all leak out.
Bring BBQ tools in the house when finished, except for the grill scraper.
Scrape the grill when finished.
Cleansers are under the sink if needed .

Please do not leave food out or you will wake up to ants.

We will make every effort to correct any issues as reported as quickly as possible.

Since there is so much wildlife here, please be aware to keep the front and back door closed. Otherwise you invite in: insects, scorpions, flies, mosquitoes, field mice and rats, snakes, spiders and lizards, and bears...

DO NOT LEAVE FOOD IN YOUR CAR.- Bears will find it.

This house is not handicap equipped.

CHECKOUT:
1- Please make sure the heater/AC is turned off
2- delete your movie streaming sites login info
3- Turn off all the lights
4- Lock the door and place the key in the key box.

Instructions for locking the front door: As you turn the key to the left, pull up on the handle.

We don't give refunds for things we are not responsible for, such as events like electrical or wifi outages in the area, closure of national parks, floods (unless the road is closed to Three Rivers.

For security purposes we have cameras outside the front door and outside premises.

I have another listing for my property which is for the main house. Please respect their space and not use the river access behind the main house. You do have your own river access behind the guest house.

By booking this property you are agreeing to all the rules and regulations and release and hold host harmless of any Liability that may arise while staying at the property.