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28-Acre Retreat 360 View Hilltop House, Barndominium, Yurt /Near Trail of Giants

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A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, a television, and a guitar.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a bench, a ceiling fan, and two wall-mounted lamps.
Private kitchen
A rustic interior with a high wooden ceiling, a cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs, a bar area with stools, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A room with a wooden ceiling, a mounted TV, a tripod, a guitar, and a chair with a cushion.

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

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California Hot Springs, CA
  • Place, Porterville City Pool
    ‪61 min drive‬
  • Place, Porterville Municipal Golf Course
    ‪61 min drive‬
  • Place, Porterville Chamber of Commerce
    ‪64 min drive‬

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About this property

28-Acre Retreat 360 View Hilltop House, Barndominium, Yurt /Near Trail of Giants

Welcome to Baxter Ranch, a private 28-acre mountain retreat nestled at the southern gateway to Sequoia National Forest. Completely off-grid and powered by solar energy and well water, the ranch offers guests a unique opportunity to disconnect from everyday life and reconnect with nature.

The property features three distinct accommodations and comfortably sleeps up to 17 guests, making it ideal for large families, retreats, workshops, reunions, and group getaways. Additional guests are welcome to camp in designated areas throughout the ranch, allowing even larger groups to experience the property together.

Hilltop House
Perched above the ranch with breathtaking 360-degree mountain views, the 2,000-square-foot Hilltop House features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, two wood-burning fireplaces, a fully equipped kitchen, and a wraparound upper deck perfect for sunrise coffee or sunset gatherings. The living room includes a queen sleeper sofa, allowing the home to comfortably accommodate 6–8 guests.

Entertainment Barndominium
The 4,500-square-foot Barndominium serves as the social heart of the ranch. The lower level offers an expansive gathering space ideal for meetings, workshops, celebrations, and classes. Upstairs you'll find 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a unique entertainment lounge complete with a bar area and plenty of space to relax and connect.

Creekside Yurt
Tucked beside the ranch's year-round creek, the cozy yurt offers a peaceful escape surrounded by nature. Inside you'll find a wood-burning fireplace and sleeping accommodations for up to 3 guests. Outside, enjoy private seating areas and an outdoor fire pit beneath the stars.

In addition to the accommodations, Baxter Ranch welcomes guests to camp throughout designated areas of the property, making it easy to accommodate larger groups, family reunions, retreats, and special gatherings. With 28 acres to explore, guests can enjoy a true outdoor experience under the stars while remaining close to the ranch's amenities and shared gathering spaces. Whether arriving with RVs, tents, or simply seeking a deeper connection to nature, the ranch offers plenty of room for everyone to spread out and enjoy the beauty of the mountain landscape.

Beyond the accommodations, Baxter Ranch is an experience all its own. Guests can explore the property's orchards, vineyards, greenhouse, and working farm while interacting with friendly goats, chickens, ducks, and quail. Seasonal experiences may include goat cheese making, handcrafted goat soap classes, property tours, and opportunities to learn about sustainable ranch living.

Adventure seekers can enjoy archery, axe throwing, creek exploration, wildlife viewing, and off-road property tours led by our caretakers aboard the ranch utility vehicle. Whether you're gathering around a campfire, listening to the creek, or simply enjoying the quiet mountain air, Baxter Ranch invites you to slow down and reconnect with what matters most.

Conveniently located just 17 miles from the Trail of 100 Giants and the entrance to Sequoia National Forest, the ranch is perfectly situated for both outdoor adventure and peaceful retreat.

We respect our guests' privacy while remaining available should you need anything during your stay.

Ranch Experiences
• 28 explorable acres
• Axe throwing
• Archery
• Year-round creek
• Greenhouse tours
• Chickens, quail & fresh eggs
• Friendly goats
• Goat milking experiences
• Goat cheese making classes
• Goat milk soap making classes
• Ranch life experience
• Stargazing with minimal light pollution
• Hiking and wildlife viewing
• Off-road ranch tours
• Camping throughout the property

Nearby Attractions
• Trail of 100 Giants
• Giant Sequoia National Monument
• Dome Rock
• Sequoia National Forest
• Kern River Recreation Area
During your stay at this farm stay, you're just a quick walk from Giant Sequoia National Monument. Enjoy features like laundry facilities.
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 31 mi (49.8 km) from Kern River and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Giant Sequoia National Monument
This farm stay offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Kitchen

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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