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The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub

Tulare vacation home with kitchen

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, books, offices
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Terrace/patio
Dining

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Tulare, CA
  • Place, International Agri Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Tulare Outlets
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Tulare Historical Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Visalia, CA (VIS-Visalia Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Tulare

In Tulare .You'll find International Agri Center and Mental Hospital within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Also, Tulare Golf Course is within 3 miles (5 km) and Adventist Health Tulare is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • International Agri Center - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Tulare Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Tulare Outlets - 6 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Tulare Historical Museum - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Visalia Convention Center - 19 min drive - 14.7 miles

Getting around

  • Corcoran Station - 29 min drive
  • Visalia, CA (VIS-Visalia Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub

Summary:
Located in the heart of California, Tulare Ca, this spacious home is perfect as a home base while exploring the Golden State. With four bedrooms, two living spaces, and an open concept kitchen, you can't go wrong with this home away from home.

The Space:
Great for tourists, travel nurses, World Ag Expo exhibitors, families visiting the valley, or those wanting to explore all of California through day trips. We are located directly between San Francisco and Los Angeles, and at the base of both the Sequoia and Sierra National Parks. Visit sequoiashuttle.com for shuttle options into the park. Tulare is truly the heart of California.

Guest Access:
Guests have uninterrupted access to the entire house. However, we also live in Tulare, so we are available if need be.

The Neighborhood:
The home is located in a quiet neighborhood built in 2008. It is located close to the entrance of Highway 99, Mooney Blvd, and there is a Super Target, park, and several restaurants nearby (driving distance).

Getting Around:
The attached 3 car garage and large driveway should accommodate any vehicles you have. If you prefer a ride, Uber and Lyft are available. If you are visiting the Sequoias, check out sequoiashuttle.com. Shuttles run from 8am to 6:30pm (May through September).

Other Things to Note:
Distance to:
Sequoia National Park... 50 miles
Sierra National Park... 110 miles
Yosemite National Park... 110 miles
World Ag Expo (Heritage Complex)... 2 miles
San Francisco International Airport... 235 miles
Los Angeles International Airport... 175 miles
Disneyland... 200 miles
Napa Valley... 240 miles
California Central Coast... 145 miles

Feel free to ask us about directions or recommendations to our favorite day trips and adventure spots!

We are pet friendly and charge a $100 non refundable pet fee. Please bring a bed for your animal to sleep on.

Interaction with Guests:
Text, call, or message us during reasonable hours! We offer self check in and check out, but I am available if you need.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Casino nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Rules

Must disclose number of guests. ALL animals require a $100 non-refundable pet fee. 2 dogs max. Pets are not allowed on beds or furniture, you mus...

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub to the airport?

This vacation home is 13.5 mi (16-min drive) away from the Visalia, CA (VIS-Visalia Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub to downtown Tulare?

This vacation home is 2.6 mi away from Tulare.

Reviews

The Heart of California w/ BBQ Grill & Hot Tub Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was great! Everything was clean when we got there and had no problem while we stayed there. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerlinde

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Everything you need under one roof. Especially appreciated two separate gathering areas with tv.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean, good management they refunded me when the hot tub had an issue with no problems and are replacing it. Great air conditioner which we needed since 110 degrees! Recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Very clean home. Very clear instructions. Everything was easy to find.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Alondra Q.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Housekeeping more detail

Master closet door handle loose, dishes in kitchen dusty, mirror on master bathroom dusty, broken kitchen stool feet rest, needs upgrades for house audio.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023