Kid-friendly vacation rentals in Kern River

The house is beautiful. Great for a family visit. The pool, play area and backyard was a great to relax in. House was perfect for our family, from the little kids to the big! We will be returning when the weather is hot to slide down the slide into the pool!

Great communication from the host

House was amazing felt just like home! Quiet neighborhood. We really didn’t have any complaints form the other guest only that they where amazed when they walked in. We would love to stay in this home again some day.

Alfonso was a great host! He graciously opened his home to a crew of men that were working on a construction project near by. We are very appreciative Alfonso for letting use use his home for the last several months. If they guys needed anything he was responsive and helpful! If we ever have another job in the area we will definitely reach out again to book this house.

Everything was perfect

Beautiful home.. the amenities were exactly what we needed to make our stay comfortable. The neighborhood was safe and well kept.

Our team stays in a lot of Airbnbs and they enjoyed this one. Host was also very responsive and helpful. Would definitely recommend!

Raymond and his wife were so accommodating when our original rental fell through at the last minute. We felt welcome, safe and cared for. They quickly fixed the dryer. The home is thoughtfully decorated and well furnished. I would definitely stay here again.

Adam’s place was cozy. It was peaceful with a beautiful view. Many spots to visit and local food areas. Easy drive to Sequoia National Park. Quiet neighborhood and good spot to stay in.

The house was amazing. We felt very safe and at home. Everything was very clean, nothing was broken and spot on in the pictures. Highly recommend.

Rhiannon's place was as advertised. Might feel small for some, but it suited our needs perfectly. I like that the bathroom is away from the bedroom and having a stove/microwave was very convenient, I was able to cook us breakfast with ease. Everything in town is a short walk away and her binder with local recommendations was very thorough. We enjoyed our stay and would come back again. Only downside was the wifi. While we were watching TV (which admittedly we did quite a bit), the show would freeze occasionally. More of an inconvenience than anything to really complain about. Overall we had a great stay.

I cannot recommend Laura’s Airbnb highly enough! From the moment I arrived, it was clear that Laura is a genuinely kind host who truly cares about her guests. Her communication is excellent, and she’s always quick to follow up if there’s an issue. For example, when my car unfortunately leaked oil onto the driveway, Laura handled the situation with incredible professionalism and kindness, ensuring everything was resolved without any stress. The space itself is immaculate—spotless, fully stocked with high-quality amenities, and exactly as described in the Airbnb listing. The price is beyond reasonable for what you get, and it’s worth every penny. The location is supreme! Whether you’re on foot or driving, everything you need is within easy reach. It’s also kid-friendly, with parks and a golf course nearby, and dog-friendly, which was a huge bonus. The neighborhood is super quiet and feels incredibly safe—I’ve enjoyed peaceful night strolls and even found the neighbors to be kind.

I stayed at Diana's listing for just about a month while I was in town rotating for medical school. It was exactly what I needed. I appreciated the ease of acces to the roads, the seclusion of a locked gate, the comfort of a comfy couch and bed, and a nice work station for when I wasn't procrastinating.

Great hosts! Very accommodating and kind. Everything was as pictured and met my needs for a last minute stay in the area!

This property was an amazing space for my friends and I to enjoy the lake! I think it's the best spot in the entire area to relax and enjoy all that the lake has to offer. Deborah was extremely helpful and kind! We will definitely be coming back here soon.

I really liked Gigi’s place, the location was very convenient for us. I loved that she provide enough towels. The apartment was very clean. Beds are very confortable. The area was safe and secure. The kitchen had plenty utensiles. We definitely book Gigi’s place whenever we go back. She was very responsive whenever i texted her. Thank you Gigi💖🙏

This was my 3rd time staying at Allen’s condo. He is extremely communicative and friendly. Had absolutely zero issues. The kitchen is fully equipped to make my family a meal. The condo is exactly as pictured and very comfortable and homey.

The rental was wonderful! Plenty of space for the two of us and everything was well organized. We would definitely stay here again if we can!

The place was one of the kind. I stayed peacefully. The host was extremely responsive and was available and responded instantly. I lacked nothing.. I hope one day to visit and say hi to Amado. He was a friendly host

My third time staying here. Great place. My go to when I'm traveling to Bakersfield.

good place to stay lots of close amenities like gym in and out Chick-fil-A and lot's more

Very responsive and friendly

This was our second stay, as lovely as the first. We’ll be back.

Easy to find after a long day’s travel, arriving after dark. The unit worked perfectly for my two week work assignment, located close main roads but also walkable to downtown and nearby cute neighborhoods for walking. The bed was comfortable and there are two AC units for hot weather and ceiling fans. Lots of old cute built/in cabinetry. Easy parking out front. Would definitely stay again.