Oasis on Kern River

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9.6Outstanding
(18 Ratings)
"It was a pleasure. Thank you"
Ani H.
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9.6 / 10
Outstanding(18 Ratings)

Villa in Bakersfield, CA

12 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this villa rental

The River Haven House, nestled on a unique 2.5-acre property on Kern River with private river access, perfect for couples or small families. A beautifully updated Spanish-style home welcomes you with a fully stocked kitchen, wood-burning fireplace, and a cozy yet spacious patio area for barbecue & entertaining.
Perfect for nature lovers!

A true oasis awaits! Surrounded by mature trees, green lawns, fruit & nut trees within a privately gated space, this property is all about the outdoors! You are sure to realize that once you arrive.
Upon entering through the private gate, you are greeted by a large, welcoming driveway with the main home and garage to your right. Slow down time as you walk around the property and take it all in. Enjoy the well-maintained landscaping, lush gardens and the private river access.
The beautiful Spanish-style home includes a full kitchen, living room, dining room and main bedroom. The bedroom is furnished with a King size bed and includes a walk-in closet & full bathroom.
Just outside the main home is the attached, extra-large garage where you will find the second bedroom. This bedroom also houses a King size bed, but also includes a comfortably sized bunk bed with two full mattresses and a single trundle pullout. This space also has a full bathroom and laundry room.
The large garage makes for a great hang out area where you will find comfy sofas, a wood-burning fireplace, TV and games.
The main home exits to the patio area where you will find multiple cooking options: a propane Weber grill, a Big Green Egg grill & smoker, a pizza oven, a and charcoal grill and to toast your hands & feet, a built-in outdoor fireplace.
Enjoy the night sky as you sit out under the stars with romantic string lights draped overhead and enjoy the fresh air while the fireplace or firepit keep you warm.
The property has direct and exclusive access to the Kern River where you can swim, tube, sunbathe and fish. You are welcome to pitch a tent by the river; however, we ask that you please notify us as the lawn irrigation is fully sprinkler operated.
Just on the other side of the river you will find the California Living Museum (local zoo), Lake Ming, Kern River Golf Course, multiple riverfront picnic spots, Miracle Hot Springs up the mountain, hiking trails, nature walks. and more! Less than an hour up the road are wilderness camp sites and Lake Isabella. Continuing onward is the Sequoia National Forest where you can visit for the day knowing a comfortable & safe home will be welcoming your return.



*No parties or events allowed. Please respect our neighbors by keeping noise levels down. Quiet hours are 10pm-8am.
*Smoking allowed outdoors only.
*Children MUST be supervised and monitored at all times.
*No surprise guests, only those accounted for and registered can enter the property.
*No firearms
*Please do not put grease or solid food down the kitchen sink. Septik tank is sensitive
*Please do no flush wipes, paper or feminine products down the toilet as the septik tank is sensitive.
*This is a rural property and as such, there is wildlife which includes: rabbits, squirrels, rats, mice, coyotes,
snakes, lizards, birds, bugs, and spiders, to name a few.
*Please keep the doors closed to prevent the above wildlife from joining you in the home during your stay.
*There are five secuirty cameras on the property for safety reasons. One at the main gate, one at the main home,
one at the corner of the garage, one at the carport and one by the river. NONE in the house.
*The canvas bell tent can also be booked for camping by the river, which could sleep 3-6 people, inquire within.
*Pets are allowed on the property (fee's apply), however must be monitored at all times and not left alone. Pets
must be kept close to owners at all times to avoid issues with wildlife. Please, no pets on the
furniture and beds. A fine will be applied if pets have been lounging on bedding and furniture.

Amenities at Oasis on Kern River

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.6 / 10
Outstanding(18 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
It was a pleasure. Thank you
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
Loved every minute of it we didn’t even need to leave the property the whole vacation to have a wonderful time. We did a fair bit of fishing and caught some pretty good catfish the recreation room. The garage has a lot of fun and we got to play some new games that the kids haven’t been Exposed to yet like foosball and ping-pong. Full kitchen was super nice and the various ways you could cook outside gave you a nice variety of meals to have overall a wonderful day and the property is just as beautiful in the pictures as it is in real life.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2025
My family had a great time at this little getaway! The house and property was amazing and we’d definitely be back again! The house owners/managers were readily available with any questions before/after/during our stay!
6 / 10Average·Jul 2024
Could of been cleaner. Taking shoes off every time in house was a major inconvenience. Figuring out AC and fans could of been easier with instructions. BBQ and pizza oven along with bathroom window was filthy with spiders and webs. The flies that came in late afternoon was terrible they surrounded the door-thousands of them. Would of be nice to know that the nearest store was miles away. The yard and river were beautiful. the current is way too strong to go into.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this villa?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Oasis on Kern River. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this villa?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this villa. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Oasis on Kern River pet friendly?

Yes! This villa is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Oasis on Kern River?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.