Making the Most of Your Sequoia Orchard Stay with Kids
Nestled in the picturesque Sierra foothills and just a short drive from the entrance to Sequoia National Park, our farmhouse is the perfect retreat for families traveling with young kids. From spacious accommodations to family-friendly features, here are our top tips to help you make the most of your stay while exploring one of California’s most iconic destinations.
1. Plan Your Itinerary Around Family-Friendly Activities
Sequoia National Park offers a range of activities suitable for all ages. Some must-see spots include:
• General Sherman Tree: A short, accessible trail leads to the largest tree in the world—perfect for little ones who love adventure.
• Tunnel Log: Kids will love driving through this fallen giant sequoia!
• Crescent Meadow: A flat, family-friendly trail with scenic picnic spots along the way.
• General Sherman Tree: A short, accessible trail leads to the largest tree in the world—perfect for little ones who love adventure.
• Tunnel Log: Kids will love driving through this fallen giant sequoia!
• Crescent Meadow: A flat, family-friendly trail with scenic picnic spots along the way.
Tip: Start your day early to beat the crowds and maximize your time exploring.
2. Pack for All Seasons
The weather in the park and surrounding areas can vary greatly. Bring:
• Layers of clothing for cool mornings and warmer afternoons.
• Comfortable shoes for hiking trails.
• Hats, sunscreen, and plenty of water bottles to keep everyone hydrated.
• Layers of clothing for cool mornings and warmer afternoons.
• Comfortable shoes for hiking trails.
• Hats, sunscreen, and plenty of water bottles to keep everyone hydrated.
At the farmhouse, you’ll have access to laundry facilities, so you can pack light and wash clothes as needed during your stay.
3. Take Advantage of the Farmhouse’s Family-Friendly Amenities
Our farmhouse is designed with families in mind, making it easy to relax and recharge after a day of exploring.
• Play Area: Let the kids burn off energy with the outdoor playset and climbing dome.
• Gated Pool: A safe spot for kids to splash around while parents relax poolside.
• Nursery & Baby Essentials: Traveling with young kids is stress-free thanks to features like a crib, high chair, and baby gates and 2 closets dedicated to kids essentials- toys, books, games, etc.
• Play Area: Let the kids burn off energy with the outdoor playset and climbing dome.
• Gated Pool: A safe spot for kids to splash around while parents relax poolside.
• Nursery & Baby Essentials: Traveling with young kids is stress-free thanks to features like a crib, high chair, and baby gates and 2 closets dedicated to kids essentials- toys, books, games, etc.
Bonus: The spacious living areas and large Smart TVs are perfect for family movie nights.
4. Enjoy Farm-to-Table Experiences
Introduce your kids to the joy of fresh produce by exploring the chef’s garden at the farmhouse. Depending on the season, you can pick fresh fruits or vegetables during your stay.
• Tip: From December to March, orange picking is available upon request. Your little ones will love squeezing their own fresh orange juice for breakfast!
• Tip: From December to March, orange picking is available upon request. Your little ones will love squeezing their own fresh orange juice for breakfast!
5. Prepare Easy Meals in the Chef’s Kitchen
With a fully equipped kitchen, cooking meals for your family is a breeze.
• Plan quick, kid-friendly meals to enjoy together in the spacious dining area or outdoor patio.
• Stock up on groceries on your way in nearby Visalia, just 15 minutes away. Once here, you'll love the peaceful retreat and won't want to head back to the busy city!
• Pack a picnic to take with you for a memorable lunch surrounded by nature in the park.
• Plan quick, kid-friendly meals to enjoy together in the spacious dining area or outdoor patio.
• Stock up on groceries on your way in nearby Visalia, just 15 minutes away. Once here, you'll love the peaceful retreat and won't want to head back to the busy city!
• Pack a picnic to take with you for a memorable lunch surrounded by nature in the park.
6. Explore Beyond the Park
While Sequoia National Park is the highlight, there are plenty of nearby attractions your family will love:
• Kaweah Oaks Preserve (5 minutes away): A peaceful spot for nature walks and bird-watching.
• Woodlake Botanical Gardens (10 minutes away): Perfect for family strolls amidst vibrant blooms.
• Downtown Visalia (15 minutes away): Enjoy family-friendly dining and local shops.
• Kaweah Oaks Preserve (5 minutes away): A peaceful spot for nature walks and bird-watching.
• Woodlake Botanical Gardens (10 minutes away): Perfect for family strolls amidst vibrant blooms.
• Downtown Visalia (15 minutes away): Enjoy family-friendly dining and local shops.
7. Make Time for Rest and Relaxation
Vacations with young kids can be tiring, so don’t forget to schedule downtime.
• Unwind on the farmhouse’s spacious loft, which offers breathtaking Sierra views.
• Spend an evening stargazing in the peaceful countryside.
• Curl up with your kids for storytime in the cozy living room.
• Unwind on the farmhouse’s spacious loft, which offers breathtaking Sierra views.
• Spend an evening stargazing in the peaceful countryside.
• Curl up with your kids for storytime in the cozy living room.
8. Capture the Memories
With so much natural beauty and charm, your stay at the farmhouse is sure to be full of photo-worthy moments.
• Bring a camera or phone to capture your family exploring the trails, picking oranges, or playing by the pool and exploring the Chef's garden.
• Don’t forget to take a group photo with the Sierra foothills as your backdrop!
• Bring a camera or phone to capture your family exploring the trails, picking oranges, or playing by the pool and exploring the Chef's garden.
• Don’t forget to take a group photo with the Sierra foothills as your backdrop!
9. Be Prepared for Longer Drives
Sequoia National Park is vast, and some areas require longer drives.
• Bring car-friendly snacks, games, and activities to keep little ones entertained.
• Map out rest stops and scenic spots for breaks along the way, like Lake Kaweah.
• Bring car-friendly snacks, games, and activities to keep little ones entertained.
• Map out rest stops and scenic spots for breaks along the way, like Lake Kaweah.
10. Leave the Details to Us
From cozy accommodations to thoughtful family-friendly features, our farmhouse is here to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. If you have any special requests or need assistance planning your trip, feel free to reach out.
Book Your Family Getaway Today
Start creating unforgettable memories with your loved ones! Our farmhouse is the perfect base for exploring Sequoia National Park and enjoying quality time together in the heart of the Sierra foothills.
Start creating unforgettable memories with your loved ones! Our farmhouse is the perfect base for exploring Sequoia National Park and enjoying quality time together in the heart of the Sierra foothills.