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Lake Elowin Resort Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

Address
43840 Dineley Dr
Location Around Town
Transportation From eastbound Sierra Dr. in Three Rivers, about 2 1/2 miles before the park entrance, turn left on Dineley Dr. (the street sign says DINLEY) and drive across a bridge. Bear right, and it's less than 1/2 mile to the resort's driveway
Phone 559/561-3460
Fax 559/561-1300
Web site www.lake-elowin.com
Room Information 10 cabins with showers only
Prices $120-$315 double
Credit Cards AE, DISC, MC, V
In Room Amenities A/C, no phone

Frommer's Review

Undoubtedly one of the best places to stay in the Sierra, this is what a mountain resort should be -- a place to get away from it all, without the distraction of phones and televisions. Rustic, clean cabins under huge trees look out at Lake Elowin, a small body of water where guests can fish, above the Kaweah River. Milton Melkonian purchased the resort in the 1970s with the idea of creating a place to coexist with nature, and he is fastidious about his property, which now attracts writers, artists, and other creative types. Cabins can accommodate two to six people. I especially like cabin no. 1, close to the lake with a pretty view from the kitchen window; and Master Cabin, with a fireplace, deck, and Jacuzzi. All cabins include linens and towels, pots and pans, kitchen utensils, and barbecues. The entire property is nonsmoking; guests actually sign a contract that they won't smoke here.

Facilities:
Swimming hole; free canoe use

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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