Nara Lodge - Modern 3br/2ba w/game room, pool table and WiFi.

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Deck
Front
Slate Mountain from the back yard.
Slate Room (Primary) with king bed.
Slate Room (Primary) with king bed and bathroom.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
NZ$585
avg per night

Explore the area

Map
Camp Nelson, CA
  • Sequoia National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Trail of 100 Giants
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Eagle Mountain Casino
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1 - Slate Room (Master)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - Bear Room

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 3 - Deer Room

1 Queen Bed

Game Room

1 Double Bed

Living Room

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 - Downstairs Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 11
  • 3 Single Beds, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds
Price is NZ$585 avg per night,

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About the area

Springville

Located in Springville, this lodge is in the mountains and on a river. Giant Sequoia National Monument is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sequoia National Forest and Needle Spring. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Sequoia National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Trail of 100 Giants - 46 min drive - 37.3 km
  • Eagle Mountain Casino - 63 min drive - 61.2 km
  • Seven Teacups - 80 min drive - 44.2 km
  • Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance - 102 min drive - 117.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Julie's Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Brewer Family's Ponderosa Lodge - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Nelson's Place - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Nelson's Tavern - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cafe 190 - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Nara Lodge - Modern 3br/2ba w/game room, pool table and WiFi.

Highway 190 leading to Camp Nelson is now open to all visitors although there may be delays up to 30 minutes due to continues road repairs.

Located in the Sequoia National Forest, Nara Lodge is a 2,262 sq ft home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and a game room that includes a large sectional for lounging, TV, pool table, record player, records, and board games/puzzles. It's a perfect setting for family vacations and get-togethers with friends. There are TVs in every room, central heat in the main cabin (the game room is heated with electric heaters), newer furnishings, and enough beds to comfortably accommodate 11. We are located less than a mile from the Camp Nelson Meadow, the Camp Nelson General Store, Pierpoint Bar & Grill, the Camp Nelson Conservancy, and Nelson Falls RV Park.

Nara Lodge is named after the city of Nara, Japan and just like in Nara, Japan we consider the deer here to be sacred. They are free to roam the grounds and they take full advantage of that opportunity. It is not unusual to wake up to deer in the yard or to go to bed with them in the yard. We have plenty of wildlife as the forest is our backyard. There is a deck attached in the front of the house that faces Slate Mountain and one in the back that will let you escape into nature. The backyard deck is furnished with a dining table that seats 6, a seating area for 6, propane fire pit, and outdoor heater. In addition to the deck, there's plenty of flat ground around the property to enjoy outdoor activities, games (cornhole), nature at its best, and spectacular views of Slate Mountain.

All rooms are located a half floor up and the front entry is up one flight of stairs. The primary bedroom, the “Slate Room,” has a king bed and a ¾ bath attached. Next to the primary bedroom is the “Bear Room” which has three twin beds. The “Deer Room” is the third room which has a queen bed and faces the side yard the deer use daily. The living room has a lounge couch that turns into a full size bed and the “Game Room” has a large sectional with a full size pullout bed. The second bathroom is a ¾ bath, has a washer and dryer, is located on the ground level, and has a door leading directly outside. The bathrooms are stocked with hand soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, towels, and washcloths. All of the bedrooms have TVs with YouTubeTV, Hulu, and Netflix. Streaming services are also available on the living room and game room TVs.

The dining room has seating for 8 with an expandable table that seats up to 10. There are place settings and utensils for 12. In addition, the kitchen is fully stocked with pots, pans, a blender, mixing bowls, baking dishes, cookie sheets, cooking utensils, a microwave, cutting boards, knives, a toaster, and a Keurig coffee maker that makes single cups and/or pots of coffee.

We hope you love and enjoy our new cabin as much as we do!

Property manager

April Zamora

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
House is not childproof: bring needed safety gear
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pet owner is responsible for any/all damages.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Wood burning fires are not permitted inside or outside. There is a propane fire pit on the back deck.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Is Nara Lodge - Modern 3br/2ba w/game room, pool table and WiFi. pet-friendly?

Yes, this lodge allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Nara Lodge - Modern 3br/2ba w/game room, pool table and WiFi.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nara Lodge - Modern 3br/2ba w/game room, pool table and WiFi.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Nara Lodge - Modern 3br/2ba w/game room, pool table and WiFi. located?

This family-friendly Springville lodge is located on a river, just steps away from Sequoia National Forest and Giant Sequoia National Monument. Needle Spring and Lake Success are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allyson Z.

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

Had so much fun, would love to come again

It was very spacey and offered a variety of amenities that were very helpful, especially the extra items for pet owners. Me and my boyfriend enjoyed the scenery as well as waking up to deer in the backyard. It felt very relaxing and peaceful. My puppy enjoyed everything about it. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

NARA House

Already summarized!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

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

Work Trip Stay

Myself and a few colleagues stayed at April's cottage while we were in town for a work trip. Everything was wonderful. Would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place to decompress

This place is peaceful and beautiful. Highly recommend to disconnect from the world
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

kettja B.

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

Amazing Stay

Very easy to communicate with, easy instructions. Beautiful place to stay for work or vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victor R., Visalia, CA

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

A Winter Getaway

We enjoyed our time in Camp Nelson. The property was clean, comfortable and in a very fun area that allowed for tons of hiking, playing in the snow & and walks around the area. We would gladly stay at this property if given the chance again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trina K.

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

Amazing

April was wonderful and very helpful...the house is Great and she did everything in her power to make the stay great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amit R.

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

Beauty in the nature

Great property in the nature. Amazing hosts, everything was well thought and communication was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly A.

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

Relaxing friends and family trip

Great place, April was fantastic in communication and brought extra clean towels for our large group. The pictures don’t do the place justice! Very nice, extremely clean, comfy beds and good quality sheets, towels blankets. Kitchen fully stocked. Only thing is a extra fan is needed in the Deer Room. All other rooms have ceiling fans. This room got very stuffy and could use a fan. Pull out couch bed in living room was firm but comfy. We didn’t try the one in game room but the huge couch was great and fit our large group. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Nara Lodge

We really enjoyed our stay. Although a lighter summer blanket would have been nice. We never could get the dishwasher to work.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

christina g. G.

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

Lovely home with all the bells and whistles

We enjoyed the spacious, well done home! The decor was really nice and the game room was great! Fun for everyone! The best part was the deer friends that made an appearance every evening. Loved the deck too!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jack A., Glendale CA

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

Weekend getaway

Nice cabin, super clean, a lot of privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Perfect for families

Extremely well kept place, but what is most important is that the game room is a completely separate wing of the building, so the kids could be as loud as they’d like. We came during winter and had a perfect sledding hill in the back as well. Highly recommend! Deer seem to love hanging out as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Montserrat P.

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

Beautiful!

Our stay was so amazing! The host was in constant communication before our stay to make sure we were well prepared. When she says the forest is her backyard she is not kidding! So much wildlife to see! The house in itself is beautiful and it was perfect for our trip. We didn't want to leave!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Raquel-Claire S.

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

Greatest vacation in years

We arrived to find a scene many have only witnessed in a wildlife photo—the backyard of the cabin filled with deer grazing. The owners have supplied renters with everything needed to have a wonderful and memorable vacation. The home has a large game room with billiards, a record player and a large sectional couch. They also have a flatscreen television in every room. They’re located only a short drive to see some of nature’s amazing Sequoia’s including the Stagg Tree which is believed to be one of the oldest living giant Sequoias. We would highly recommend staying at the Nara Lodge and gain a lifetime of memories in a few short days.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marissa A.

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

Fun weekend getaway

The property is absolutely beautiful! Surrounded by tons of land and trees, it is the perfect outdoor escape. The game room also provided fun indoor entertainment. Would book again!

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Z., Fontana

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

Had a Blast!!!

We had an amazing stay. Plenty of room for all of us, 8 to be exact and our 2 dogs. April was very helpful from the beginning offering great advice on where to visit. She was quick to answer all our questions. She even had someone drop off new ping pong paddles when we found one of them broken. The kids loved the deer, they were able to feed them apples. We would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Celeste Z.

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

Great Girls Getaway!!

This was a great place for me and my girlfriends to get away. We got to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the wilderness, yet we had the luxury of staying in a home with all the amenities plus more. The game room with the pool table was the best place for us to hang out, sing, drink, play games and be silly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bradley S.

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

Expansive, restfull retreat

Nara Lodge is a wonderful place to spend time in the Sequoia Nat'l Forest. I especially enjoyed the backyard with deck, grill and open spaces. The pool room is spacious and encourages group gatherings to play ping pong or billiards. The lodge is spotless. Wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Agatha L.

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

Wonderful stay

Everything was perfect at this lodge. Everyone including owner and visitors from the nature were friendly. The owner was so responsive, and explained in advance what to be careful, including pet related policy. The newly renovated game room was just perfect with many games stocked, fully stocked pool table, and LP player and records! The kitchen was fully stocked with cups, plates, pots, silverwares, utensils and wraps foils. The out door grill and patio gas fire pit were perfect for bbqs and smores and star gazing. Only thing that was missing was dishwasher, but it did not bother us at all. Deers visited us multiple times which was a plus:). If you want a quiet nature get away, this is a great place to be.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021