Kaweah Falls, California
As seen in Sunset Magazine, the Wall Street Journal and the New York Times!
Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright student, Frank Robert, Kaweah Falls is a modern rustic retreat home tucked away at the base of the Sequoia National Park in the cozy Sierra Nevada mountain town of Three Rivers, CA—an easy 3.5 hrs. from Los Angeles, 4.5 hrs from San Francisco, and 1+ hr from Fresno Yosemite International airport.
A finalist in Dwell magazine’s 2010 ‘Houses We Love’ competition, the home bridges a regulated water flume leading to a private sandy beach and a year-round active waterfall. From the bar watch rainbow trout swimming below through a glass-bottomed floor.
Kaweah Falls has 4 private bedrooms, each with it’s own en suite bathroom—and river views from every room! Further amenities include 2 kitchens, WIFI, premium Cable TV, computer for guest use and free and unlimited long distance phone calls within the U.S.
This one of-a-kind vacation home makes the ultimate escape from the city, the ideal writer’s retreat (finish that novel or screenplay), a luxury base camp for exploring the Sequoia National Park; or simply a place to recharge, far away from the hustle and bustle.
Three Rivers is a nature lovers paradise with plenty of opportunities to hike, bike, fish, and swim; and during the summer months, world-class white-water rafting and kayaking. Lake Kaweah, surrounded by the golden hills of California’s lower Sierra Nevada mountains, is just 5 miles downstream and a hot spot for boating and fishing.
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39 REVIEWS
Portia
May 1, 2012
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Kaweah Falls. It is, by far, one of the most relaxing homes we have stayed at. The house is absolutely gorgeous inside and out. We loved waking to see bamboo, conifers and eucalyptus swaying in the breeze. The sound of the river, the smell of clean mountain air — it was restorative. Thank you Chris!
The Pirnia Party
Chris Keller
April 30, 2012
10 star rating! This amazing home will exceed your expectations. After staying 3 nights my husband and I had one moment after the next of complete and utter awe. We have never stayed anywhere more peaceful.
We will be back again.
Sender Party
NW Indiana
April 19-22, 2012
Chris Keller
April 18, 2012
Thank you Kaweah Falls for giving our family so many amazing memories – river rock walking, hiking, roasting marsh mellows, sand castle building, fishing and simply bringing our family closer together! We will cherish our time here and remember our adventures fondly.
Sincerely,
The Biss Family Guest #40
Chris Keller
April 9, 2012
Thank you for sharing your paradise with us. We arrived exhausted from LA, and after 5 days, we are reluctantly leaving. This house is perfection. We rarely went out, preferring instead to stay close, eat, sleep, fish & watch the river. The area is very special; friendly locals & beautiful nature. Such a precious few days.
- the Pizzey Family –
Los Angeles, CA
April 3-7th 2012
Chris Keller
April 3, 2012
Wow. Wow. Wow.
What a beautiful spot, what an incredible house. We have had a wonderful time hiking the local trails and exploring the National Park (where it was a magical winter wonderland). Chris, thank you for everything, all your suggestions and tips, and this incredible home. So much attention to every little detail! We loved building fires and watching the river–the perfect family vacation.
Rockwell Family
Pacific Palisades, CA
March 30-April 3, 2012
Chris Keller
March 13, 2012
What a lovely & well-thought-out home! No detail overlooked – all the way down to the S’mores maker. The only problem was that we had to leave to go back to real life.
-The 35th guests
Karin, James, Liz, & Roger (& Madison says “woof!”)
Thousand Oaks, CA
March 9th – 13th
Chris Keller
February 24, 2012
Thank you for making our stay so comfortable. This house is one of a kind, a truly unique experience to stay here. You’ve thought of every detail. We enjoyed slowing down, sitting by the river, bonfires & S’mores every night, and of course the steam shower! It was a welcome escape for our family. Our youngest son loved the hobbit room! And racing sticks down the river!
The Larsen Family (Guests #34)
Newport Beach, CA
Feb. 20-23, 2012
Chris Keller
February 22, 2012
Thank you for sharing the incredible beauty & tranquility of Kaweah Falls with us. We had the most relaxing and restorative weekend…the zen quality of your home, combined with all the luxuries of a world class spa, and topped off with an amazing river front view, made for our own little “slice of heaven.”
We will always cherish our time here, and look forward to returning again soon.
- Saima & Paul “Guests #33″
Los Angeles, CA
Feb. 17-20, 2012
Chris Keller
February 13, 2012
Thank you so much for giving us this amazing experience here at Kaweah Falls! My boyfriend had a great birthday! You are way too kind to us and we can’t wait to come back here again. Everything here was perfect and we are so sad that we have to leave so quickly!! Right when we stepped into this place, we couldn’t stop smiling! WE LOVE THIS PLACE!!!! We are glad to be the 32nd guests here! One of the best memories ever! Too bad we didn’t see any bears.
Thank you again and we will be back soon!!!
Crystal + Josh & friends
Los Angeles, CA
February 9-12th, 2012
Chris Keller
February 12, 2012
We had the pleasure of being the 31st guests. All we can say is “DITTO” !! We share all the same sentiments as our fellow guests. This place is perfection and we’re sad to leave … but happy to know we’ll be back to the magic of Kaweah Falls!
Lois, Chris & Brady
Los Angeles, CA
Feb. 2-6, 2012
Chris Keller
January 30, 2012
We are so thrilled to have been the 30th guests at this wonderful place. We had a wonderful family gathering in an amazing setting. We loved every minute of it and have all decided we must come back. Until then….thanks.
The Lefevre Clan
Los Angeles, CA
January 27-29th, 2012
Chris Keller
January 30, 2012
Three Rivers was pure Magic! The house was beautiful and felt like home immediately. You can see great care has been taken in all the details. Everything we could possibly need was provided, including a Scrabble board. The river is just incredible. We had a bonfire, or just relaxed in the hammock or swing. Our stay was a dream and we are already planning our return in the summer. You can’t go wrong with this lil piece of heaven.
Cree Party
Los Angles, CA
January 2012
Chris Keller
December 29, 2011
Pure Bliss. I’m glad all the previous guests have enjoyed the house so much, because it’s mine now. I’m never leaving. Ha, ha, okay, I will go —seriously —this place is such a wonderful gift, and every nook and cranny of it is appreciated. Thank you so much for creating such a space and allowing it to be shared. I am grateful, and I am coming back!
Vovas Party
Los Angeles, CA
December 24-28, 2011
Chris Keller
November 17, 2011
I was drawn to “Three Rivers” for years; often looking at homes to rent but nothing drew my attention until I happened to stumble upon ‘A River Runs Though It’ – I knew then the specialness that this sanctuary had to offer.
Leaving LA was frenetic and frantic. I carried with me the buzz and intensity that my job and city living infuses in me. However, after my time here, connecting back to nature’s time, a simpler rhythm and harmonizing with nature I feel restored and refreshed.
I also was able to watch ‘Dillon Rose’, my 5 month old Flat Coated Retriever grow from a puppy into a young, confident dog.
As they say, “you can’t walk into the same river twice exactly the same” – life is always changing.
Thank you both for a life changing experience, I carry the precious moments home with me.
Best,
Susan
Venice, CA
Chris Keller
November 6, 2011
Your home is a magical place – comfortable, inviting, beautifully integrated with the sounds and flow of the river. There are so many interesting touches throughout the property. Just when you think you’ve seen them all, you discover another hidden bird house or chair or rock or piece of driftwood.
I enjoyed every minute that I spent in the house, by the river or hiking nearby. Whenever I left the house, I couldn’t wait to get back.
The sand beach was the perfect place for dog play, and the wooden dock the ideal spot for launching our Kon-Tiki rafts to see which would travel the farthest. I think my favorite spots are the hammock, the bathtub in the master bath, and the glass floor in the kitchen where I would watch the river flowing underneath the house.
I hate to leave this special place and return to the real world. I hope to come back here again in the spring when the waterfalls are flowing and the wildflowers are blooming and share the beauty and the special quality of your home.
Thanks so much for all the many personal touches and for letting us know about Alison and Dane, Maria and the hikes nearby. Kaweah Falls and A River Runs Through It were far beyond my expectations, and you have made it possible for me to experience it.
Maggie L.
Venice, CA
November 4, 2011
Chris Keller
October 23, 2011
We are four friends of forty years. Our travels have taken us to many places. Nothing compares to the beauty and the peace we have experienced here. Our first steps into this paradise retreat were thrilling, no doubt our hopes for a restorative week would be fully met! The soothing sounds of the rushing water, the restful greens and artistic landscaping would provide the perfect background for cleansing our minds and refreshing our spirits.
The zen quality of your home is in perfect harmony with the natural beauty of this location. It reaches within and calms the soul. We started each day enjoying the sunrise with coffee at the river then sought out a new and wonderful experience. The hikes, the sequoias, the vistas, the caves, all amazing but after a few hours we began to yearn for our perfect hide-a-way where we enjoyed our wine on the riverside deck and watched the perfect sunsets.
Our meals on the patio were wonderful and relaxed, no restaurant could compare! Thank you for sharing your home with us. We will take soothing memories and hope to return one day.
June & Bob Kostelnik
(Greensboro, N.C.)
Bob & Patty Craig
California (Santa Cruz)
Chris Keller
October 13, 2011
George & Deborah Bowdish enjoyed their stay in this warm and nature loving environment. Will always remember the beautiful surroundings outdoor and the “River Runs Through it.” Amazing and what a “Wow” factor. The Sequoias Park & Kings Canyon totally breathtaking and will never forget. We’re from upstate N.Y. where the Adirondacks are our playground. Love your regal mountains and even climbed a few!
Thank you so very much.
Debbie & George Bowdish
Schenectady, N.Y.
Muffins and fruit were Wonderful!
Chris Keller
October 13, 2011
It’s hard to put into words the Beauty of this Place. Like so many before me have said – you thought of every Detail. There was not one place or thing that was not perfect. It’s simply magical and I feel so blessed to have had the opportunity to enjoy it.
Thank you for creating this environment and for allowing others to experience it. My partner and I reconnected and that is a Beautiful Thing.
Lisa & the Bowdish Family
October 14 2011
Chris Keller
October 5, 2011
Few times do expectations become realized, but from the moment we walked on the deck & entered the house, we entered a realm of pure joy. The blending of stunning design and decor, amidst the beauty of the surroundings, and the rushing waters created a most wonderful place for me and my family. Yes, we want to return!
Alice Lynn
Pacific Palisades, CA
October 3, 2011
Chris Keller
October 5, 2011
This house takes your breath away – it’s truly extraordinary. It provided an exquisite location for our family to retreat, play games, play in the river & rest. From the automatic “candles” that magically turn on at dusk – and all the ways this house makes relaxing so easy. We *loved* our stay and plan on returning.
Thank you thank you!
The Whaleys
from Berkeley, CA
September 28 – October 2, 2011
Chris Keller
September 28, 2011
The Wilson Family will carry on the traditional opening statement of W.O.W – (Window overlooking Water)!
Our journey to Kaweah Falls began in April/May following an invitation to a wedding in Three Rivers. A google search gave us several options but once we found the “Big House” we hoped we could book it – obviously we did for 7 nights in late September.
We all looked forward to our arrival, especially after reading the previous reviews, but nothing could have prepared us the 5 Star luxury we have found – so much thought and detail has gone into this spectacular home.
We did venture out a few times to Kings Canyon and the Sequoia’s – even catching glimpses of deer and two bears.
I’m so glad that the wedding was in Three Rivers otherwise we would not have found this small piece of heaven on earth. Our time here as a family with two teenage children has been fantastic. Both children have been happy to sit and catch on film the river wildlife. The grownups, our memory is the sound of the water.
I do hope that one day my husband Andy and I will be able to come back and stay.
Thanks for allowing us to use your home.
Caroline & Andy
The Wilson Family
Norwich, Norfolk. United Kingdom
September 21 – 28th 2011
Pamela King
September 25, 2011
Wondering if there availability from Oct. 23-25–doesn’t look like it, but thought I’d check…Thanks.
Chris Keller
September 17, 2011
I have only dreamed of a home like this. The architecture, glass walls, attention to detail, beautiful furniture and, of course, the river. it is the perfect retreat and we feel honored to have gotten the chance to experience it.
Thank you for sharing such a special place with others; it feels like a gift.
We are most grateful.
Anna & Lance
San Francisco
Sept. 8, 2011
Chris Keller
September 7, 2011
Our family stay was priceless! We shared good food, good laughs, and a remarkable home to enjoy it all in. Your home is in my dreams when and if we win the lotto. Everything was just perfect and we plan on a return visit in the near future.
The Escalante’s
Chino, CA
September 5, 2011
Chris Keller
September 6, 2011
We had an absolutely wonderful time! Our family caught up on the news with each other, ate too much, read books trying out every nook provided, and my 85 year old mother waded across the river and back. We bird watched, swam in the perfect temperature water, napped in the sun, and photographed everything. It couldn’t have been better. On the way home we stopped at the Superior Dairy in Hanford for milkshakes, the perfect ending to a perfect vacation.
The Franzke Family
Northridge, CA
September 1, 2011
Chris Keller
August 28, 2011
What an amazing retreat! This house was the perfect host to all our creative endeavors. It also appears to hold the secret to relaxation-thanks to the steam shower, amazing views, and calming (and constant) streams of water. Thank you for sharing such a special place with us. We’re already discussing a return visit.
Victoria & Robert
San Francisco, CA
August 27th, 2011
Chris Keller
August 22, 2011
Thank you so much for letting us share your beautiful home. We have had an exceptional stay; 5 adults and kids have enjoyed riding the rapids.
Trip into National Park was a bonus – had to tear ourselves away from here.
We were so excited when our friends in Solano Beach forwarded us your link and couldn’t wait to come here! The wait has been truly worth it! It is our 5th night and we are sad to leave – we could very easily stay another 5 nights. We love your home and have been in awe of the design and the way you have ‘accented” everything here – truly an inspiration!
We will remember our time here fondly and will miss waking up to the sound of the river. Our kids will definitely remember the fun we have all had here!
Laura, Martin, James, Will Grimwood
London, UK
August 19th, 2011
Chris Keller
August 21, 2011
We have had 5 days of beautiful weather relaxing by the river, watching the butterflies, drinking wine & best of all tubing the rapids with the kids. The park was ok but coming back to the house was better so hopefully we will be back at some point in the future. You have done a cracking job with the house – very much to our taste. Cheers –
The Brown Family
Solano Beach, CA
August 19th, 2011
Chris Keller
August 19, 2011
A great 3 days! Lovely house, perfect weather and great Bran muffins! Didn’t ever want to leave. We had to drag ourselves to Sequoia to see the trees. We look forward to returning at some point in the future! Thank you for your hospitality, The Freedman Family
London, England
August 15, 2011
Chris Keller
August 12, 2011
Your place is “heaven on earth.” Your home beautifully compliments the nature around it. It inspires so much creativity, art, music and much, much more. All that leads to deep relaxation, meditation and inner joy. We are truly grateful to have had this rare experience in our life. (The best home vacation yet!) Thank you for sharing this place with us.
Modha Family – San Jose, CA
Bambhania family – San Diego, CA
August 12, 2011
Chris Keller
August 9, 2011
What a wonderful, relaxing week we’ve had here at Kaweah Falls, also where we celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary! Your home is well beyond any photos. All we can say is Wow, Zen, Modern, Comfort, Luxury, Nature and very relaxing! The most difficult decision we had all week is where to sit to have our morning coffee and which direction to look to enjoy the beauty of nature. Thank you for sharing your wonderful home.
The Shackman Family
San Diego, CA
August 6, 2011
Chris Keller
August 8, 2011
Wow is right! Words can’t explain the zen this place has mastered. My husband and I are both architects and have spent a lifetime trying to capture the sacred in spaces since we do mostly churches. It’s all about balance and this heavenly place has it. Even our dog doesn’t want to leave. Thank you for all you do to make it perfect. We can’t wait to come back. (S. Hyndman) We originally had plans to do all sorts of things from hiking, off-road driving, visiting the Sequoias, but after first arriving, we all agreed that nothing could be better than just hanging out with the family. Truly a peaceful weekend! Thanks.
The Hyndman Family
Encinitas, CA
July 27th, 2011
Chris Keller
August 8, 2011
Truly exceptional. This is quite simply a magical place. We happened to meet Chris the morning of our arrival. His good nature, coupled with the walk through the immaculate and intricately decorated house, was a perfect introduction to our week here. Every detail has been considered, from linens to firewood for the outdoor pit to the elaborate descriptions in their booklet of what to see/do/eat in Three Rivers. We’ve vacationed at some remarkable resorts over the years, and this bests them all. Stay a while if you can; it will restore you.
The Jaeger Family
Los Angeles, CA
June 27th, 2011
Chris Keller
July 21, 2011
Our stay here at Kaweah Falls was the culmination of a two week “sampler trip” of central California, and as far as accommodations go, the highlight of our journey. The only fault we could find with the house was that it impaired our ability to explore the surrounding National Parks – it was so nice we didn’t want to leave it! ☺ It was the perfect spot for our family to gather together to enjoy quality time – roasting S’mores by the campfire, stargazing by the river, hiking along the flume, or just sipping coffee on the deck. Being surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature was just what this outdoor-loving family needed at the end of a busy vacation! You guys could write the book on hospitality – we were made to feel especially welcome and we thank you. We appreciate your offering up your home to us, and we hope to visit again sometime.
The Burdettes & Taylors
Pass Christian, MS (MS Gulf Coast)
July 20th, 2011
Chris Keller
July 18, 2011
I can not put into words how much I enjoyed the beauty of your home. I could sit for hours and just appreciate what you did with the surroundings. The grounds and the placement of every little detail down to the rocks on the dock were just perfect. I can’t say enough good things about the beauty of the views from every room. We did catch a few fish! I hope we can come back again. I really appreciated every thing about your place! It was perfect!
Warm Regards,
Judi Ruggeri
Chris Keller
July 17, 2011
Thank you for allowing us to enjoy the beauty of Sequoia, Kings County, and Three Rivers in your beautiful home. We really appreciated all the extras you thought to include in our stay. From the freshly baked muffins, to the fire pit set-up, to the well-stocked kitchen and beautifully placed rocks; our family, especially the boys, loved it all. The home itself, of course, is magnificent. This has been the perfect vacation home.
Sincerely,
The Dittmars
Oakland, CA
July 13, 2011
Chris Keller
July 17, 2011
WOW–what a fabulous spot to unwind! Thank you for opening your home to us and the many fortunate ones who will follow. Our families were able to enjoy the beauty of the area and see how it inspired you and those before you to create this incredible spot. The subtle touches of nature brought indoors have obviously been well thought out and really bring nature’s harmony into focus. Thank you for allowing us to share what you have discovered here at Kaweah Falls!
Warm Regards,
The Knapp Family and The Falls Family
Arizona and Los Angeles
July 10, 2011
Chris Keller
July 17, 2011
Kaweah Falls welcomes it’s first guest: The Red Violin
The “Red” and I loved staying at your beautiful home in Three Rivers!
Celebrated violin virtuoso Elizabeth Pitcairn and The Red Violin
June 18, 2011
Chris Keller
July 17, 2011
We feel very privileged to have been among the first guests to stay at Kaweah Falls. The extraordinary design, meticulous attention to detail and obvious love that makes this place a home are most evident. Your thoughtful incorporation of nature into every element of this home compliments the beauty that surrounds it–the rivers and mountains. We will long remember and cherish our week at this Shangril-la.
The Muldoon Family
San Diego, CA
June 26, 2011