The Branded Calf B&B
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About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this bed & breakfast include a television in a common area, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this bed & breakfast include a television in a common area, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include ceiling fans and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Location
With a stay at The Branded Calf B&B in Yokuts Valley, you'll be in the mountains, and 20.9 mi (33.7 km) from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and 21 mi (33.8 km) from Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance. This bed & breakfast is 14 mi (22.6 km) from Cedar View Winery and 16.9 mi (27.3 km) from Kings River.
What's nearby
Cedar View Winery(14 miles)
Kings River(16.9 miles)
Giant Sequoia National Monument(19.9 miles)
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks(20.9 miles)
Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance(21 miles)
Big Stump Trail(21.6 miles)
Reedly College(21.7 miles)
Reedly Community Center(21.8 miles)
Sanger Depot Museum(22 miles)
Kings Canyon Visitor Center(24.1 miles)
Kings River Winery(24.5 miles)
Ridge Creek Dinuba Golf Club(24.9 miles)
General Grant Tree(25 miles)
North Grove Loop Trail(25.2 miles)
Wild Water Adventure Park(26.3 miles)
Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT)(30.3 miles)
Visalia, CA (VIS-Visalia Municipal)(40.1 miles)
Free Wi-Fi
Garden
Billiards
Picnic Area/Tables
Barbecue Grill (s)
Parking (Self) (free)
Location
32324 Indian Guide Rd., Yokuts Valley, California, United States of America
Cedar View Winery (14 miles)
Kings River (16.9 miles)
Giant Sequoia National Monument (19.9 miles)
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks (20.9 miles)
Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance (21 miles)
Big Stump Trail (21.6 miles)
Room options
5
2. Standard Queen
Room details
1 Queen Bed
and 1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 3
800 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
10
4. Family Room
Room details
1 Queen Bed
and 1 Full Bed
Sleeps 4
797 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
10
5. Family Room
Room details
1 King Bed
, 1 Queen Bed
, and 1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 5
1000 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
6
1. Standard Queen
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
800 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
6
3. Family Room
Room details
1 Queen Bed
, 1 Full Bed
, and 1 Futon Bed
Sleeps 4
797 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of The Branded Calf B&B
9.7
Exceptional
Based on 296 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
43%
Family
50%
Group
6%
What guests think
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Travellers describe The Branded Calf B&B as a warm, home-style base near Sequoia and Kings Canyon, highlighting Connie's welcoming hospitality, delicious homemade breakfasts, and spacious, comfortable rooms that make it easy to relax after days exploring the parks.
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Travellers describe The Branded Calf B&B as a warm, home-style base near Sequoia and Kings Canyon, highlighting Connie's welcoming hospitality, delicious homemade breakfasts, and spacious, comfortable rooms that make it easy to relax after days exploring the parks.
Guests repeatedly appreciate her practical tips for visiting the parks and the friendly, family-style atmosphere that encourages easy conversation at breakfast. The quiet rural ranch setting offers outdoor space, hummingbirds, and friendly dogs, and it’s roughly a 30-minute drive to park entrances; a few note the area is secluded with limited nearby dining. Minor drawbacks mentioned include a rare bout of nighttime dog barking, a small bathroom bug, and one comment about a worn mattress. Expect a friendly, down-to-earth B&B stay.
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Facilities
Guests value the relaxed ranch setting with ample outdoor space, homelike common areas, friendly dogs, and frequent hummingbird sightings. Some mention stargazing as a nice extra.
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Christine
Oct 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
An absolute highlight of our extended road trip. Very clean and spacious room, and breakfast was home-cooked and delicious. Connie was very helpful and accommodating. We enjoyed talking with other guests over breakfast, as well as exploring the property and its animals, including more hummingbirds than we'd ever seen before! Very convenient to Sequoia/Kings Canyon. Pretty secluded, so plan to have dinner before you arrive or hit up the one pizza place down the street. A superb stay - highly, highly recommended.
An absolute highlight of our extended road trip. Very clean and spacious room, and breakfast was home-cooked and delicious. Connie was very helpful and accommodating. We enjoyed talking with other guests over breakfast, as well as exploring the property and its animals, including more hummingbirds than we'd ever seen before! Very convenient to Sequoia/Kings Canyon. Pretty secluded, so plan to have dinner before you arrive or hit up the one pizza place down the street. A superb stay - highly, highly recommended.
10
Rob
Aug 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
What a dream find! Connie (the host) is so great and knowledgeable! Her breakfast each morning is perfect (veggie omelet or scramble with coffee, OJ, biscuits and fresh fruit). There are adorable dogs on property, and a TON of hummingbirds! Highly recommend this absolute GEM of a place!
What a dream find! Connie (the host) is so great and knowledgeable! Her breakfast each morning is perfect (veggie omelet or scramble with coffee, OJ, biscuits and fresh fruit). There are adorable dogs on property, and a TON of hummingbirds! Highly recommend this absolute GEM of a place!
10
Sharon
Jul 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We were made to feel like this was our home. The hostess was friendly and fixed a delicious breakfast for all her guests. Outside were many hummingbird feeders with birds visiting all day. There were also friendly dogs to interact with. This is a perfect place to stay for anyone visiting Sequoia, Kings Canyon, area. Project Survival Cat Haven is also minutes away.
We were made to feel like this was our home. The hostess was friendly and fixed a delicious breakfast for all her guests. Outside were many hummingbird feeders with birds visiting all day. There were also friendly dogs to interact with. This is a perfect place to stay for anyone visiting Sequoia, Kings Canyon, area. Project Survival Cat Haven is also minutes away.
10
Sylvia
Apr 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It was a prefect stay! Kids loved it. Parents got to relax. Met a bunch of people from all over the state during the stay. Connie, hostess, was the most helpful in giving suggestions on where to go. Luckily I did some research beforehand and it aligned with what she said for kings canyon and Sequoia. Her place had stargazing set up my kids used as "swings", friendly dogs, lots of place to roam, cozy atmosphere, and goid bfast! Would stay at again. Someone else mentioned cool local pizza joint just 2-3 in drive away.
It was a prefect stay! Kids loved it. Parents got to relax. Met a bunch of people from all over the state during the stay. Connie, hostess, was the most helpful in giving suggestions on where to go. Luckily I did some research beforehand and it aligned with what she said for kings canyon and Sequoia. Her place had stargazing set up my kids used as "swings", friendly dogs, lots of place to roam, cozy atmosphere, and goid bfast! Would stay at again. Someone else mentioned cool local pizza joint just 2-3 in drive away.
10
Debbie
Jul 9, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Connie is a wonderful host. The Ranch is rustic, and you are greeted by Remie and Missy, the ranch dogs, upon arrival. I wasn't sure from the photos, but you are indeed staying in the other half of her large home, not separate outbuildings. The rooms are clean, comfortable, as is the rest of the house. Connie literally invites her guests to make themselves at home. Full run of the place, outside her private quarters, of course. While her morning breakfasts are whatever she plans on any given day, they are outstanding, and I'm sure those with dietary restrictions could make prior arrangements. Her knowledge of the Park is great, and she has a nice reference library.
Connie is a wonderful host. The Ranch is rustic, and you are greeted by Remie and Missy, the ranch dogs, upon arrival. I wasn't sure from the photos, but you are indeed staying in the other half of her large home, not separate outbuildings. The rooms are clean, comfortable, as is the rest of the house. Connie literally invites her guests to make themselves at home. Full run of the place, outside her private quarters, of course. While her morning breakfasts are whatever she plans on any given day, they are outstanding, and I'm sure those with dietary restrictions could make prior arrangements. Her knowledge of the Park is great, and she has a nice reference library.
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Edi
Nov 4, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a nice little gem by Sequioa. We were able to sit out and star gaze at night after a long day of hiking. Breakfast is also great.
This is a nice little gem by Sequioa. We were able to sit out and star gaze at night after a long day of hiking. Breakfast is also great.
10
Kim
Sep 8, 2023
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Connie is an awesome host! The room is huge and all on one floor, no steps anywhere! The four of us were only there one night and we wish we could have stayed longer. Connie is full of information and offers great conversation. The Humming birds are a great addition to the place. It was our stay while doing King Canyon and Sequoia's. If we are every back in the area this would be the place we would choose to stay!
Connie is an awesome host! The room is huge and all on one floor, no steps anywhere! The four of us were only there one night and we wish we could have stayed longer. Connie is full of information and offers great conversation. The Humming birds are a great addition to the place. It was our stay while doing King Canyon and Sequoia's. If we are every back in the area this would be the place we would choose to stay!
10
Doina
Apr 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful place, large outside area, quiet and calm, fresh air. The host was amazing! It felt very homey. We were sleeping in a different place, every other night and this was my children’s favorite.
Beautiful place, large outside area, quiet and calm, fresh air. The host was amazing! It felt very homey. We were sleeping in a different place, every other night and this was my children’s favorite.
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Wiebke
Aug 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Wir waren 2 Nächte bei Connie, die eine tolle und super hilfsbereite Gastgeberin ist. Das B&B liegt in der Natur. Wir haben Abends immer den tollen Sternenhimmel genossen. Unser Zimmer war groß, ausreichend Platz und wir konnten sogar durch eine eigene Terrassentür auf die Terrasse. Die Gemeinschaftsräume sind auch super, viele Optionen draußen zum Sitzen. Das Frühstück ist sehr gut und Connie hat auch Unverträglichkeiten berücksichtigt. Man konnte auch gut mit den anderen Gästen ins Gespräch kommen. Für die NPs King‘s Canyon und Sequioa war es die optimale Wahl. Die Tipps für die Parks, aber auch dann für die nächsten Stationen von Connie waren echt super. Wir kommen gerne wieder.
Wir waren 2 Nächte bei Connie, die eine tolle und super hilfsbereite Gastgeberin ist. Das B&B liegt in der Natur. Wir haben Abends immer den tollen Sternenhimmel genossen. Unser Zimmer war groß, ausreichend Platz und wir konnten sogar durch eine eigene Terrassentür auf die Terrasse. Die Gemeinschaftsräume sind auch super, viele Optionen draußen zum Sitzen. Das Frühstück ist sehr gut und Connie hat auch Unverträglichkeiten berücksichtigt. Man konnte auch gut mit den anderen Gästen ins Gespräch kommen. Für die NPs King‘s Canyon und Sequioa war es die optimale Wahl. Die Tipps für die Parks, aber auch dann für die nächsten Stationen von Connie waren echt super. Wir kommen gerne wieder.
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Alan
May 9, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Quiet out of the way B&B. Great host, friendly and helpful. Plus lots of dogs to pet whenever you want.
Quiet out of the way B&B. Great host, friendly and helpful. Plus lots of dogs to pet whenever you want.
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently note clean rooms and a well-kept house; one review mentioned a small bathroom bug.
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Christine
Oct 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
An absolute highlight of our extended road trip. Very clean and spacious room, and breakfast was home-cooked and delicious. Connie was very helpful and accommodating. We enjoyed talking with other guests over breakfast, as well as exploring the property and its animals, including more hummingbirds than we'd ever seen before! Very convenient to Sequoia/Kings Canyon. Pretty secluded, so plan to have dinner before you arrive or hit up the one pizza place down the street. A superb stay - highly, highly recommended.
An absolute highlight of our extended road trip. Very clean and spacious room, and breakfast was home-cooked and delicious. Connie was very helpful and accommodating. We enjoyed talking with other guests over breakfast, as well as exploring the property and its animals, including more hummingbirds than we'd ever seen before! Very convenient to Sequoia/Kings Canyon. Pretty secluded, so plan to have dinner before you arrive or hit up the one pizza place down the street. A superb stay - highly, highly recommended.
10
Roberta
Aug 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
L’esperienza più bella della vacanza ! Le camere sono arredate in stile, i letti sono molto comodi e i bagni sono pulitissimi e di recente ristrutturazione. La proprietaria è davvero gentile, simpaticissima e un’ottima cuoca. La colazione è davvero ottima, preparata in casa con macedonia con squisita frutta di stagione, frittata con verdure fresche e pane e marmellata. La cosa più difficile sarà andare via senza un cucciolo di pastore australiano (che allevano nel loro ranch). Consigliatissimo!
L’esperienza più bella della vacanza ! Le camere sono arredate in stile, i letti sono molto comodi e i bagni sono pulitissimi e di recente ristrutturazione. La proprietaria è davvero gentile, simpaticissima e un’ottima cuoca. La colazione è davvero ottima, preparata in casa con macedonia con squisita frutta di stagione, frittata con verdure fresche e pane e marmellata. La cosa più difficile sarà andare via senza un cucciolo di pastore australiano (che allevano nel loro ranch). Consigliatissimo!
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Tony
Dec 19, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, Courteous and accommodating. Great Place will use again.
Clean, Courteous and accommodating. Great Place will use again.
10
Randall
Jul 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very spacious. Clean and host and other guests were friendly. Host had a lot of knowledge of the area and was glad to share it.
Very spacious. Clean and host and other guests were friendly. Host had a lot of knowledge of the area and was glad to share it.
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Chris
Jul 6, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I don't think it gets any better. Location, Connie's food, 204 acres of bliss, cleanliness, size of room and bathroom and common areas. Was a great two day stay in Connie's place. Both mornings we had delicious breakfast served at 7:30. It's about 30 minutes to Grant Grove Village and Fresno. If it's hot, go for a morning walk on the property when the temperature is perfect. Your stay will basically be the emobidment of the American experiment. You'll enjoy the beautiful nature and eat breakfast with other guests from all over the world. We will definitely be back.
I don't think it gets any better. Location, Connie's food, 204 acres of bliss, cleanliness, size of room and bathroom and common areas. Was a great two day stay in Connie's place. Both mornings we had delicious breakfast served at 7:30. It's about 30 minutes to Grant Grove Village and Fresno. If it's hot, go for a morning walk on the property when the temperature is perfect. Your stay will basically be the emobidment of the American experiment. You'll enjoy the beautiful nature and eat breakfast with other guests from all over the world. We will definitely be back.
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chu
Jul 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Small bug in Bathroom
Small bug in Bathroom
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Rose
Jul 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great room and great service. Connie was wonderful! Roo. Was spacious and clean. The sheets were so soft! And Connie made a wonderful breakfast. Highly recommend!
Great room and great service. Connie was wonderful! Roo. Was spacious and clean. The sheets were so soft! And Connie made a wonderful breakfast. Highly recommend!
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Xiaoqing
Jul 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Calm and peaceful place to relax after our day trip of Kings Canyon NP. Very clean and cozy. Super friendly host and dogs. Amazing breakfast! Will stay again if in this area next time.
Calm and peaceful place to relax after our day trip of Kings Canyon NP. Very clean and cozy. Super friendly host and dogs. Amazing breakfast! Will stay again if in this area next time.
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Susan
May 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great B&B! Very clean, very nice. Great breakfasts. Connie is a great hostess; we enjoyed talking with her and the other guests at breakfast. She is very knowledgeable about the area and gave us a couple of great tips for places to see. My sister joined us for one night -- she was not on the original reservation -- Connie accomodated her in our room and for breakfast at no extra cost. Highly recommend this place.
Great B&B! Very clean, very nice. Great breakfasts. Connie is a great hostess; we enjoyed talking with her and the other guests at breakfast. She is very knowledgeable about the area and gave us a couple of great tips for places to see. My sister joined us for one night -- she was not on the original reservation -- Connie accomodated her in our room and for breakfast at no extra cost. Highly recommend this place.
10
Chris
Jul 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I don't think it gets any better. Location, Connie's food, cleanliness, size of room and bathroom and common areas. Was a great two day stay in Connie's place. Both mornings we had delicious breakfast served at 7:30. It's about 30 minutes to Grant Grove Village and Fresno. If it's hot, go for a morning walk on the property when the temperature is perfect. Your stay will basically be the emobidment of the American experiment. You'll enjoy the beautiful nature and eat breakfast with other guests from all over the world. We will definitely be back.
I don't think it gets any better. Location, Connie's food, cleanliness, size of room and bathroom and common areas. Was a great two day stay in Connie's place. Both mornings we had delicious breakfast served at 7:30. It's about 30 minutes to Grant Grove Village and Fresno. If it's hot, go for a morning walk on the property when the temperature is perfect. Your stay will basically be the emobidment of the American experiment. You'll enjoy the beautiful nature and eat breakfast with other guests from all over the world. We will definitely be back.
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Rooms
Rooms are spacious and comfortable, with many noting large layouts and cozy beds. One review mentioned a worn mattress.
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Alan
Sep 7, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Branded Calf is a treasure of a B&B. Hostess Connie is a treasure trove of advice about the area and serves a wonderful breakfast. Our room was comfortable and spacious. B&B is only 30 minutes from entrance to Kings Canyon NP. Highly Recommend!
Branded Calf is a treasure of a B&B. Hostess Connie is a treasure trove of advice about the area and serves a wonderful breakfast. Our room was comfortable and spacious. B&B is only 30 minutes from entrance to Kings Canyon NP. Highly Recommend!
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Roberta
Aug 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
L’esperienza più bella della vacanza ! Le camere sono arredate in stile, i letti sono molto comodi e i bagni sono pulitissimi e di recente ristrutturazione. La proprietaria è davvero gentile, simpaticissima e un’ottima cuoca. La colazione è davvero ottima, preparata in casa con macedonia con squisita frutta di stagione, frittata con verdure fresche e pane e marmellata. La cosa più difficile sarà andare via senza un cucciolo di pastore australiano (che allevano nel loro ranch). Consigliatissimo!
L’esperienza più bella della vacanza ! Le camere sono arredate in stile, i letti sono molto comodi e i bagni sono pulitissimi e di recente ristrutturazione. La proprietaria è davvero gentile, simpaticissima e un’ottima cuoca. La colazione è davvero ottima, preparata in casa con macedonia con squisita frutta di stagione, frittata con verdure fresche e pane e marmellata. La cosa più difficile sarà andare via senza un cucciolo di pastore australiano (che allevano nel loro ranch). Consigliatissimo!
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PHILIPPE
Aug 7, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Bon Bed and breakfast proche du parc de Sequoia. Hôtesse sympathique. Grande chambre. Bon confort mais le matelas d'un des lits est à changer rapidement. Petit déjeuner correct mais sans plus: manque de choix.
Bon Bed and breakfast proche du parc de Sequoia. Hôtesse sympathique. Grande chambre. Bon confort mais le matelas d'un des lits est à changer rapidement. Petit déjeuner correct mais sans plus: manque de choix.
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Glen
Jun 1, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Comfortable, clean and large rooms. Breakfast was great. It also gave us the time to receive information from our wonderful host, Connie. She gave me great information on places to go. I would love to come back and stay again.
Comfortable, clean and large rooms. Breakfast was great. It also gave us the time to receive information from our wonderful host, Connie. She gave me great information on places to go. I would love to come back and stay again.
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Rose
Jul 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great room and great service. Connie was wonderful! Roo. Was spacious and clean. The sheets were so soft! And Connie made a wonderful breakfast. Highly recommend!
Great room and great service. Connie was wonderful! Roo. Was spacious and clean. The sheets were so soft! And Connie made a wonderful breakfast. Highly recommend!
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Clerc
Jul 23, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice place. We stopped there on our way to Sequoia National Park and it's very convenient to reach the park from here. The breakfast was excellent and we were welcomed like premium guests ! The room was large enough for 4 people and m'y kids loved to play with the dogs and the puppies. Great place to stay at
Very nice place. We stopped there on our way to Sequoia National Park and it's very convenient to reach the park from here. The breakfast was excellent and we were welcomed like premium guests ! The room was large enough for 4 people and m'y kids loved to play with the dogs and the puppies. Great place to stay at
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Winfried
Sep 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Laramie hat für uns ein super Frühstück zubereitet! Wir bekamen Obst, Eier, Pankakes, alles war frisch und wurde nach unsern Wünschen zubereitet. Er ist ein großartiger Gastgeber und hat uns gute Tips für den Besuch im KingsCanyon/Sequoia NSP gegeben. Das Zimmer war groß, die Betten bequem, an alles war gedacht. Wir würden jederzeit wieder kommen.
Laramie hat für uns ein super Frühstück zubereitet! Wir bekamen Obst, Eier, Pankakes, alles war frisch und wurde nach unsern Wünschen zubereitet. Er ist ein großartiger Gastgeber und hat uns gute Tips für den Besuch im KingsCanyon/Sequoia NSP gegeben. Das Zimmer war groß, die Betten bequem, an alles war gedacht. Wir würden jederzeit wieder kommen.
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Kim
Sep 8, 2023
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Connie is an awesome host! The room is huge and all on one floor, no steps anywhere! The four of us were only there one night and we wish we could have stayed longer. Connie is full of information and offers great conversation. The Humming birds are a great addition to the place. It was our stay while doing King Canyon and Sequoia's. If we are every back in the area this would be the place we would choose to stay!
Connie is an awesome host! The room is huge and all on one floor, no steps anywhere! The four of us were only there one night and we wish we could have stayed longer. Connie is full of information and offers great conversation. The Humming birds are a great addition to the place. It was our stay while doing King Canyon and Sequoia's. If we are every back in the area this would be the place we would choose to stay!
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Susan
Jul 15, 2023
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We really enjoyed our stay at The Branded Calf. Connie is a wonderful host and her breakfasts are delicious! Our room was spacious and comfortable, and we were made to feel at home. The area is beautiful and there’s very easy access to Kings Canyon, about 30 minutes drive away. We loved meeting the other guests at the breakfast table and making a fuss of Connie’s dogs Jeff, and Missy, who had some adorable puppies. Another highlight was the humming birds on the back patio; absolutely fascinating! Thanks for an unforgettable stay Connie
We really enjoyed our stay at The Branded Calf. Connie is a wonderful host and her breakfasts are delicious! Our room was spacious and comfortable, and we were made to feel at home. The area is beautiful and there’s very easy access to Kings Canyon, about 30 minutes drive away. We loved meeting the other guests at the breakfast table and making a fuss of Connie’s dogs Jeff, and Missy, who had some adorable puppies. Another highlight was the humming birds on the back patio; absolutely fascinating! Thanks for an unforgettable stay Connie
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Ari
Aug 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This place is a true gem! Amazingly charming B&B - perfect base for day trips to Sequoia and King's Canyon Parks. Comfortable beds, spacious rooms, beautiful property. The owner, Connie, was sweet and helpful, and you will want seconds or thirds of the breakfast every morning.
This place is a true gem! Amazingly charming B&B - perfect base for day trips to Sequoia and King's Canyon Parks. Comfortable beds, spacious rooms, beautiful property. The owner, Connie, was sweet and helpful, and you will want seconds or thirds of the breakfast every morning.
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Service
Service is warm, personal, and very helpful, with Connie offering practical park tips and making guests feel at home.
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Amy
Sep 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Connie was so accommodating, helpful, and a great cook! We enjoyed staying at her B&B and hope to return in the future for more hiking at the national parks.
Connie was so accommodating, helpful, and a great cook! We enjoyed staying at her B&B and hope to return in the future for more hiking at the national parks.
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Alan
Sep 7, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Branded Calf is a treasure of a B&B. Hostess Connie is a treasure trove of advice about the area and serves a wonderful breakfast. Our room was comfortable and spacious. B&B is only 30 minutes from entrance to Kings Canyon NP. Highly Recommend!
Branded Calf is a treasure of a B&B. Hostess Connie is a treasure trove of advice about the area and serves a wonderful breakfast. Our room was comfortable and spacious. B&B is only 30 minutes from entrance to Kings Canyon NP. Highly Recommend!
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Hugh
Apr 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Connie is a wonderful host. Very kind and accommodating and full of helpful information about the local area. And her hot breakfast was delicious— freshly made veggie omelet, fresh fruit and berries and freshly baked biscuits and jam. Coffee and OJ. Great way to start the day. Great launching point for Kings Canyon/ Sequoia National Park.
Connie is a wonderful host. Very kind and accommodating and full of helpful information about the local area. And her hot breakfast was delicious— freshly made veggie omelet, fresh fruit and berries and freshly baked biscuits and jam. Coffee and OJ. Great way to start the day. Great launching point for Kings Canyon/ Sequoia National Park.
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Susan
May 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great B&B! Very clean, very nice. Great breakfasts. Connie is a great hostess; we enjoyed talking with her and the other guests at breakfast. She is very knowledgeable about the area and gave us a couple of great tips for places to see. My sister joined us for one night -- she was not on the original reservation -- Connie accomodated her in our room and for breakfast at no extra cost. Highly recommend this place.
Great B&B! Very clean, very nice. Great breakfasts. Connie is a great hostess; we enjoyed talking with her and the other guests at breakfast. She is very knowledgeable about the area and gave us a couple of great tips for places to see. My sister joined us for one night -- she was not on the original reservation -- Connie accomodated her in our room and for breakfast at no extra cost. Highly recommend this place.
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Jessica
May 16, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
What a phenomenal place to stay. If you’re looking for place nearby look no further. Connie is extremely warm and welcoming and knowledgeable about the area. She also makes the best breakfasts, which is incredible way to start a long day of hiking! The place is on a beautiful property with friendly dogs only 30 mins away from the entrance to Kings Canyon. I would absolutely stay here anytime I’m in the area and cannot recommend it enough. I was also able to purchase an amazing wooden hiking staff that her son made. Connie I got it through TSA!
What a phenomenal place to stay. If you’re looking for place nearby look no further. Connie is extremely warm and welcoming and knowledgeable about the area. She also makes the best breakfasts, which is incredible way to start a long day of hiking! The place is on a beautiful property with friendly dogs only 30 mins away from the entrance to Kings Canyon. I would absolutely stay here anytime I’m in the area and cannot recommend it enough. I was also able to purchase an amazing wooden hiking staff that her son made. Connie I got it through TSA!
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Katherine
Oct 16, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, clean and very welcoming host. Loved the humming birds and the dogs. Food was great and Connie helped me plan my day trips into 3 parks. I will stay here when back in the area.
Great location, clean and very welcoming host. Loved the humming birds and the dogs. Food was great and Connie helped me plan my day trips into 3 parks. I will stay here when back in the area.
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Debbie
Jul 9, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Connie is a wonderful host. The Ranch is rustic, and you are greeted by Remie and Missy, the ranch dogs, upon arrival. I wasn't sure from the photos, but you are indeed staying in the other half of her large home, not separate outbuildings. The rooms are clean, comfortable, as is the rest of the house. Connie literally invites her guests to make themselves at home. Full run of the place, outside her private quarters, of course. While her morning breakfasts are whatever she plans on any given day, they are outstanding, and I'm sure those with dietary restrictions could make prior arrangements. Her knowledge of the Park is great, and she has a nice reference library.
Connie is a wonderful host. The Ranch is rustic, and you are greeted by Remie and Missy, the ranch dogs, upon arrival. I wasn't sure from the photos, but you are indeed staying in the other half of her large home, not separate outbuildings. The rooms are clean, comfortable, as is the rest of the house. Connie literally invites her guests to make themselves at home. Full run of the place, outside her private quarters, of course. While her morning breakfasts are whatever she plans on any given day, they are outstanding, and I'm sure those with dietary restrictions could make prior arrangements. Her knowledge of the Park is great, and she has a nice reference library.
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Bob
Jun 20, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We fully enjoyed our stay at the Branded Calf. Connie was a very nice host who makes an exceptional breakfast. The property was very comfortable and we enjoyed our fellow guests. Connie was a master guide on the Parks and told us what to see. Bob and Laura McMillan
We fully enjoyed our stay at the Branded Calf. Connie was a very nice host who makes an exceptional breakfast. The property was very comfortable and we enjoyed our fellow guests. Connie was a master guide on the Parks and told us what to see. Bob and Laura McMillan
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George
Jan 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Connie was super helpful with figuring out the weather related issues in the parks. Also her breakfast is amazing!
Connie was super helpful with figuring out the weather related issues in the parks. Also her breakfast is amazing!
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Rupinder
May 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Location is coveniently located on the highway to Kings National Park. Host is amazing and makes you feel at home. Breakfast was yummy...
Location is coveniently located on the highway to Kings National Park. Host is amazing and makes you feel at home. Breakfast was yummy...
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Location
Convenient base for Sequoia and Kings Canyon, typically about a 30-minute drive, in a quiet rural setting. A few note it feels secluded with limited nearby dining.
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Christine
Oct 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
An absolute highlight of our extended road trip. Very clean and spacious room, and breakfast was home-cooked and delicious. Connie was very helpful and accommodating. We enjoyed talking with other guests over breakfast, as well as exploring the property and its animals, including more hummingbirds than we'd ever seen before! Very convenient to Sequoia/Kings Canyon. Pretty secluded, so plan to have dinner before you arrive or hit up the one pizza place down the street. A superb stay - highly, highly recommended.
An absolute highlight of our extended road trip. Very clean and spacious room, and breakfast was home-cooked and delicious. Connie was very helpful and accommodating. We enjoyed talking with other guests over breakfast, as well as exploring the property and its animals, including more hummingbirds than we'd ever seen before! Very convenient to Sequoia/Kings Canyon. Pretty secluded, so plan to have dinner before you arrive or hit up the one pizza place down the street. A superb stay - highly, highly recommended.
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Michele
Jun 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great place to stay near King's Canyon! Quiet, spacious, and great breakfast.
Great place to stay near King's Canyon! Quiet, spacious, and great breakfast.
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Alan
Sep 7, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Branded Calf is a treasure of a B&B. Hostess Connie is a treasure trove of advice about the area and serves a wonderful breakfast. Our room was comfortable and spacious. B&B is only 30 minutes from entrance to Kings Canyon NP. Highly Recommend!
Branded Calf is a treasure of a B&B. Hostess Connie is a treasure trove of advice about the area and serves a wonderful breakfast. Our room was comfortable and spacious. B&B is only 30 minutes from entrance to Kings Canyon NP. Highly Recommend!
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Hugh
Apr 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Connie is a wonderful host. Very kind and accommodating and full of helpful information about the local area. And her hot breakfast was delicious— freshly made veggie omelet, fresh fruit and berries and freshly baked biscuits and jam. Coffee and OJ. Great way to start the day. Great launching point for Kings Canyon/ Sequoia National Park.
Connie is a wonderful host. Very kind and accommodating and full of helpful information about the local area. And her hot breakfast was delicious— freshly made veggie omelet, fresh fruit and berries and freshly baked biscuits and jam. Coffee and OJ. Great way to start the day. Great launching point for Kings Canyon/ Sequoia National Park.
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Jessica
May 16, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
What a phenomenal place to stay. If you’re looking for place nearby look no further. Connie is extremely warm and welcoming and knowledgeable about the area. She also makes the best breakfasts, which is incredible way to start a long day of hiking! The place is on a beautiful property with friendly dogs only 30 mins away from the entrance to Kings Canyon. I would absolutely stay here anytime I’m in the area and cannot recommend it enough. I was also able to purchase an amazing wooden hiking staff that her son made. Connie I got it through TSA!
What a phenomenal place to stay. If you’re looking for place nearby look no further. Connie is extremely warm and welcoming and knowledgeable about the area. She also makes the best breakfasts, which is incredible way to start a long day of hiking! The place is on a beautiful property with friendly dogs only 30 mins away from the entrance to Kings Canyon. I would absolutely stay here anytime I’m in the area and cannot recommend it enough. I was also able to purchase an amazing wooden hiking staff that her son made. Connie I got it through TSA!
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Chris
Jun 3, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Close to both National parks. Great hospitality!
Close to both National parks. Great hospitality!
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Andreas
Jun 24, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Das Anwesen liegt ein wenig abgelegen, dafür sehr ruhig, die Fahrt bis zum Parkeingang dauert eine gute halbe Stunde.Conny ist eine sehr nette Gastgeberin und behandelt ihre Gäste wie Familienmitglieder.Sie macht ein sehr gutes Frühstück.Das Tiere da sind sollte einen nicht stören.
Das Anwesen liegt ein wenig abgelegen, dafür sehr ruhig, die Fahrt bis zum Parkeingang dauert eine gute halbe Stunde.Conny ist eine sehr nette Gastgeberin und behandelt ihre Gäste wie Familienmitglieder.Sie macht ein sehr gutes Frühstück.Das Tiere da sind sollte einen nicht stören.
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Ari
Aug 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This place is a true gem! Amazingly charming B&B - perfect base for day trips to Sequoia and King's Canyon Parks. Comfortable beds, spacious rooms, beautiful property. The owner, Connie, was sweet and helpful, and you will want seconds or thirds of the breakfast every morning.
This place is a true gem! Amazingly charming B&B - perfect base for day trips to Sequoia and King's Canyon Parks. Comfortable beds, spacious rooms, beautiful property. The owner, Connie, was sweet and helpful, and you will want seconds or thirds of the breakfast every morning.
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Rupinder
May 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Location is coveniently located on the highway to Kings National Park. Host is amazing and makes you feel at home. Breakfast was yummy...
Location is coveniently located on the highway to Kings National Park. Host is amazing and makes you feel at home. Breakfast was yummy...
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John
Oct 29, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great property. About half an hour from Kings Canyon, but with the pricing and drive.
Great property. About half an hour from Kings Canyon, but with the pricing and drive.
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Dining
Breakfast is a standout—home-cooked, hearty, and widely praised across reviews. One guest felt the selection was limited.
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Katherina
Oct 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This was the best B&B stay we have had so far. Connie is the Grandma I never had! Her breakfast is THE BEST! She is very knowledgeable about the nearby national parks and gave us excellent hiking tips. She is such a wonderful person to talk to! Her dogs are delightful and so well behaved! We’ll miss this
This was the best B&B stay we have had so far. Connie is the Grandma I never had! Her breakfast is THE BEST! She is very knowledgeable about the nearby national parks and gave us excellent hiking tips. She is such a wonderful person to talk to! Her dogs are delightful and so well behaved! We’ll miss this
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Christine
Oct 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
An absolute highlight of our extended road trip. Very clean and spacious room, and breakfast was home-cooked and delicious. Connie was very helpful and accommodating. We enjoyed talking with other guests over breakfast, as well as exploring the property and its animals, including more hummingbirds than we'd ever seen before! Very convenient to Sequoia/Kings Canyon. Pretty secluded, so plan to have dinner before you arrive or hit up the one pizza place down the street. A superb stay - highly, highly recommended.
An absolute highlight of our extended road trip. Very clean and spacious room, and breakfast was home-cooked and delicious. Connie was very helpful and accommodating. We enjoyed talking with other guests over breakfast, as well as exploring the property and its animals, including more hummingbirds than we'd ever seen before! Very convenient to Sequoia/Kings Canyon. Pretty secluded, so plan to have dinner before you arrive or hit up the one pizza place down the street. A superb stay - highly, highly recommended.
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Hugh
Apr 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Connie is a wonderful host. Very kind and accommodating and full of helpful information about the local area. And her hot breakfast was delicious— freshly made veggie omelet, fresh fruit and berries and freshly baked biscuits and jam. Coffee and OJ. Great way to start the day. Great launching point for Kings Canyon/ Sequoia National Park.
Connie is a wonderful host. Very kind and accommodating and full of helpful information about the local area. And her hot breakfast was delicious— freshly made veggie omelet, fresh fruit and berries and freshly baked biscuits and jam. Coffee and OJ. Great way to start the day. Great launching point for Kings Canyon/ Sequoia National Park.
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PHILIPPE
Aug 7, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Bon Bed and breakfast proche du parc de Sequoia. Hôtesse sympathique. Grande chambre. Bon confort mais le matelas d'un des lits est à changer rapidement. Petit déjeuner correct mais sans plus: manque de choix.
Bon Bed and breakfast proche du parc de Sequoia. Hôtesse sympathique. Grande chambre. Bon confort mais le matelas d'un des lits est à changer rapidement. Petit déjeuner correct mais sans plus: manque de choix.
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jinrong
Jan 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent service. The host is very friendly and makes feel at home. Cooked breakfast both days. They are so good.
Excellent service. The host is very friendly and makes feel at home. Cooked breakfast both days. They are so good.
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Richard
Jun 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What else can I say, just a great stay and great find! This is a place that captures the essence of what the B&B was originally. There are still a few out there and this is one of ‘em. Connie is an amazing host and she sure slays a darn good morning frittata! For dinner I definitely recommend the pizza place there in town. And a mile or so eastbound outside a gas station there was a nice family setup roadside selling blueberries and delicious baked goods.
What else can I say, just a great stay and great find! This is a place that captures the essence of what the B&B was originally. There are still a few out there and this is one of ‘em. Connie is an amazing host and she sure slays a darn good morning frittata! For dinner I definitely recommend the pizza place there in town. And a mile or so eastbound outside a gas station there was a nice family setup roadside selling blueberries and delicious baked goods.
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Susan
May 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great B&B! Very clean, very nice. Great breakfasts. Connie is a great hostess; we enjoyed talking with her and the other guests at breakfast. She is very knowledgeable about the area and gave us a couple of great tips for places to see. My sister joined us for one night -- she was not on the original reservation -- Connie accomodated her in our room and for breakfast at no extra cost. Highly recommend this place.
Great B&B! Very clean, very nice. Great breakfasts. Connie is a great hostess; we enjoyed talking with her and the other guests at breakfast. She is very knowledgeable about the area and gave us a couple of great tips for places to see. My sister joined us for one night -- she was not on the original reservation -- Connie accomodated her in our room and for breakfast at no extra cost. Highly recommend this place.
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Bob
Jun 20, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We fully enjoyed our stay at the Branded Calf. Connie was a very nice host who makes an exceptional breakfast. The property was very comfortable and we enjoyed our fellow guests. Connie was a master guide on the Parks and told us what to see. Bob and Laura McMillan
We fully enjoyed our stay at the Branded Calf. Connie was a very nice host who makes an exceptional breakfast. The property was very comfortable and we enjoyed our fellow guests. Connie was a master guide on the Parks and told us what to see. Bob and Laura McMillan
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Susan
Jul 15, 2023
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We really enjoyed our stay at The Branded Calf. Connie is a wonderful host and her breakfasts are delicious! Our room was spacious and comfortable, and we were made to feel at home. The area is beautiful and there’s very easy access to Kings Canyon, about 30 minutes drive away. We loved meeting the other guests at the breakfast table and making a fuss of Connie’s dogs Jeff, and Missy, who had some adorable puppies. Another highlight was the humming birds on the back patio; absolutely fascinating! Thanks for an unforgettable stay Connie
We really enjoyed our stay at The Branded Calf. Connie is a wonderful host and her breakfasts are delicious! Our room was spacious and comfortable, and we were made to feel at home. The area is beautiful and there’s very easy access to Kings Canyon, about 30 minutes drive away. We loved meeting the other guests at the breakfast table and making a fuss of Connie’s dogs Jeff, and Missy, who had some adorable puppies. Another highlight was the humming birds on the back patio; absolutely fascinating! Thanks for an unforgettable stay Connie
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Ari
Aug 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This place is a true gem! Amazingly charming B&B - perfect base for day trips to Sequoia and King's Canyon Parks. Comfortable beds, spacious rooms, beautiful property. The owner, Connie, was sweet and helpful, and you will want seconds or thirds of the breakfast every morning.
This place is a true gem! Amazingly charming B&B - perfect base for day trips to Sequoia and King's Canyon Parks. Comfortable beds, spacious rooms, beautiful property. The owner, Connie, was sweet and helpful, and you will want seconds or thirds of the breakfast every morning.
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Property Policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 16:00 to 21:00
Before 11:00
FAQs about The Branded Calf B&B
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, with both uncovered and wheelchair-accessible options.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are allowed with a fee of USD 25 per pet, per stay. A pet deposit of USD 25.00 is also required. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.
What accessibility features does the property have?
The property features a stair-free path to the entrance, wheelchair-accessible registration desk, lounge, and limited wheelchair-accessible facilities.
Where is the property located in relation to nearby attractions?
The property is located in the mountains, approximately 20.9 miles from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and 16.9 miles from Kings River. Other attractions include Giant Sequoia National Monument and Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance, both within a 22-mile radius.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age specified for children to stay for free.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
Rollaway beds are available for a fee of USD 15.00 per night. Advance request or confirmation may be required.
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There is no front desk at this property. If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with special check-in instructions and key retrieval information. The host will greet guests on arrival.Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: USD 10
- 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
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Pet deposit: USD 25.00 per stay
- Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:30 PM and 9:30 AM
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Free Wi-Fi
Garden
Billiards
Picnic Area/Tables
Barbecue Grill (s)
Parking (Self) (free)
General
Picnic Area/Tables
Barbecue Grill (s)
No Elevator (Single Level)
Smoke-Free Property
Stair-Free Path to Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Parking (Wheelchair Accessible)
Wheelchair Accessible Path of Travel
Wheelchair-Accessible Lounge
Wheelchair-Accessible Registration Desk
Activities
Garden
Billiards
Library
Television in Common Areas
Terrace
Parking
Parking (Self) (free)
Parking (Uncovered)
Services
Well-Lit Path to Entrance
Internet
Free Wi-Fi