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    View from a drive up above Lake Isabella
    Gabatronic S.

    Oh, Whispering Pines, it's hard to share your sweet secret of respite. I just want to keep you to myself. Away from it all , tranquil, serene & very clean. Your lands offer beauty along a river bank where I can rest my weary head and nap deeply to the sounds of waters running through my dreams. My little escape out of LA just 3hrs to peace within nature's rejuvenation at the base of the Sequoia's. I've been in the summer & fall. Now mid winter. You won it all. I can't wait to be w you once again when I need to rest & dream in your very comfy bed. Thank you my lil nook in the pines.

    Creek and River within walking distance.
    Diana G.

    This place was a bit dated, however it was very clean. Had all amenities, A/C, heater, coffee pot, mini fridge. Place is quaint, quiet, and right by the Kern River. Staff was very nice. Totally recommend it.

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    Aaron M.

    This spot is a hidden gem. We stayed here during the Rivernook Beer Festival since my wife is pregnant and a tent and air mattress wasn't ideal and it was way better than we expected! The rooms have a nice cabin-y vibe with lots of wood. An electric/gas fireplace in the room as well as a/c. The patio views were amazing! The staff super friendly. Couldn't ask for more, will definitely be back. I'd love to see this place in the winter when it's snowing

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    Polly M.

    My husband took me here for our anniversary. He is friends with the owner and we cannot say enough about how wonderful her and her husband and her entire family are. From the moment you get there or you feel welcomed like it's family. The cabin is adorable very clean and spacious. The view of the river is gorgeous. this is a great place to get away from it all.

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    Vanessa S.

    Best kept secret in the Sequoias. We have been going here for years. Great views. Clean rooms. Comfy beds. Walk down to river. Pool is fun for all. Fridge and microwaves in rooms and grills on property so you can make your own food. There are also plenty of good restaurants in town, many in walking distance. Can easily drives to Lake Isabella and Walk of the Giants. Reasonably priced.

    We stayed here a few weeks ago and had a great time because the location and the room we stayed in were great and the people who work at Whispering Pines were so accommodating. When we called to make a reservation we found out there was a large group coming to stay there at the time we wanted to make our reservation. Juanita, who does the booking, was able to juggle some things around and get us a room. The room we stayed in had a "mountain view" which consisted of lush green foliage and wildflowers which were a result of all the rain the valley experienced the past winter. We were able to walk to the Kern river on a small path from the hotel, which was lovely. The rooms have a gas fireplace which added a lot to our experience. The location is perfect, just outside of town so it's quiet and secluded. We enjoyed ourselves so much we decided to stay one more night. We had a very relaxing time and look forward to going back again.

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    Great accommodation, friendly and helpful staff. Will book here moving forward. Very clean and well kept.

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    Nice large, clean room and a peaceful location right by the water! Staff super friendly and helpful

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    Nice peaceful lodge. No cell service, tv, radio, and the WiFi isn't good. Perfect for connecting with nature.

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    Very nice and cozy stay. Amazing view! Great get away from the city. Friendly staff. It was an awesome stay. Thank you again!

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    Our family loves coming here in the summer and swimming in the pool and taking a tube ride in the river.

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    Kernville Inn - King room

    Kernville Inn

    (83 reviews)

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    Very convenient place to stay. It is close to stores, restaurants and across the street from the…read moreriver. Each unit has its own patio to have your morning coffee or just to relax. The room is quaint and fulfilled our needs. I would recommend the Inn.

    Extremely basic and definitely outdated facility and rooms. But nonetheless, clean and hygienic…read more From memory, there were a couple of bottles of water provided which I think was a nice touch. There were a little sachets of shampoo, lined up, neatly. We arrived around 7 PM and didn't see an employee even though the office was open. And a sign was on the door saying the employee is on the property if missing. Yet an envelope was sticking to the door with a singular key and my name on it. This isn't welcoming and it's not a good image particularly since 7 PM is not late. I actually never interacted with the office manager as far as I'm aware because the individual was similarly absent when I checked out in the morning. I find it very interesting that if you look at the signage in one of the photos below that they're expected check-in time is 3 PM and no sooner yet you won't see an employee there at 7 PM. Does this mean the employee only works four hours per day? Here is what you should know: there is a very bizarre, almost compulsive attention to detail that makes me feel uneasy. In multiple places around the property, one of them in the room, threatening you with all the charges you will get if you 'act out'. The is also a grotesque professional sign on the gate of the pool discussing diarrhea, which made me not want to use it. This is truly excessive. Overall, very average place with an average rate.

    Riverview Lodge - Comfy Double Queen

    Riverview Lodge

    (56 reviews)

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    We stayed for a motorcycle camping event (Frandy Campgrounds ) this time around…read more Although the reservation wasn't made by me- my friend noticed once the event dates were released, other properties were booked via their websites. As with Riverview Lodge. Then she snooped around Expedia and found some availability. Woo hoo! We've stayed in Kernville a few times already, and with the proximity to Frandy Campgrounds and places to eat and the grocery store, super duper close. We arrived the day before festivities began (Thursday) and got situated. It's a first come, first served parking situation. And if you got the rooms closer to the river, you can utilize the paved driveway and head on down. She booked a double queen room. Our bed was so comfy, it was easy to fall asleep. The AC blows so much cold air (don't mind the noise from it). But, since we picked the bed closest to the AC unit, I think hubby unplugged it the second night & we propped the window next to us for a fresh breeze. Since my friend checked us in, she told us coffee's available in the morning. I don't recall her telling me what times coffee is served. So, on the second day- I lazily walked into the coffee area at 6am and was disappointed there was nothing. Then, I walked into at 6:30am and the coffee pots with a variety of flavored creamers were available. When I went back for coffee around 10am- everything was put away. Womp womp womp. *Some friendly advice- perhaps staff can post a note in the coffee room what time coffee hours are. That way it gives customers a chance to plan ahead. It's a no frills property. You get a TV with cable (we watched MTV the entire time). Strong water pressure in the bathroom sink and shower. Toiletries you'd expect from Motel 6. So, if you're dead set on something specific, bring your own. There was a fake flower vase set on one of the tables in the room and a fake flower arrangement in the bathroom. Both have a thick blanket of dust on them, that if you knocked into it or slightly touched it- thick dust bunnies just cascade. At this point, just throw away the fake flowers. It would suck if a customer has allergies. I'm sure something can be found at the dollar store in Lake Isabella. Good sized mini fridge and microwave available. And the chairs placed outside your front door, are a great way to just chill in the shade and inhale that fresh air. Along the river, Riverview Lodge has an area with fire pits and logs you can burn. I saw corn hole boards propped up behind one of the cabins closest to the water.

    Clean, apparently historic place. In the middle of nowhere, but with a beautiful river that runs…read moreright alongside outside the doo. It is rustic, old-fashioned, and outdated, in need of updating. Locks are turnkey. Extremely clean, but very basic. It was odd to have a refrigerator, microwave, dishes, and cups, but no silverware/cutlery. No coffee muffin, etc. We arrived around 6 PM and nobody was in the office, but our key was stuck with Scotch tape to the door with our name. Only got to enjoy the swimming pool for about 20 minutes, unfortunately, because it closes early as soon as the outside lights come on. There is a bizarre attention to detail-- almost OCD characteristic-- highly specific signs all over the place as posted below. Summary: for $250 a night it's reasonable. But nothing special. I would've liked to have interacted with an employee and I really think the sign on the pool is grotesque and should be removed.

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    Corral Creek Lodge

    (76 reviews)

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    Great location with a very friendly and helpful staff. The property is clean, well-maintained, and…read moreoffers plenty of amenities--especially for a budget-friendly stay. Guests can enjoy features like a basketball hoop, axe throwing area, and barbecue setups. There's also a beautiful river just across the street, perfect for a relaxing walk and scenic views. The rooms are well-equipped with a mini kitchenette, including a refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, and even plates, pans, and silverware--making it easy to cook your own meals. Overall, it's an excellent, family-friendly option that delivers great value without sacrificing comfort or convenience.

    So grateful for this place! Our trip to kernville started out rocky when we originally booked at…read moreanother spot, but when we saw coral creek had an opening for us immediately I was so grateful. They had a room ready for us when we showed up at 11pm that night. The room was clean, the beds and pillows were comfortable. I love that they also have a kitchenette inside. Once we stepped out the next morning it was a picture out of a postcard, the view is stunning. At the end of our stay, we accidentally left behind the card my husband wrote for me for our 1st wedding anniversary. We called that evening after getting home and even after they cleaned the room, they went out of their way to find it so they can mail it to us. I give this place 5 stars for their hotel and their hospitality. Thank you!

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