Outdoor dining table on the terrace with the lake in the distance

A five-bedroom villa with 180‑degree lake views

Sleeps 11 on a gated 2-acre hilltop above Millerton Lake. A chef's kitchen, four balconies, Starlink wifi and the lake a 10-minute walk away. 45 minutes from Fresno, 1 hour 15 to Yosemite.

Book your stayWho sleeps where
Sleeps 111 king · 3 queen · 3 twin
5 bedrooms3 bathrooms
3,100+ sq ftthree levels
Starlinkfast satellite wifi
10 minwalk to the lake
Chef's kitchen with stone accent wall and hillside window view

Built for gathering

More than 3,100 square feet across three levels, with a central open stairwell that connects large gathering spaces with quiet nooks. Even with a full house, everyone finds their own corner.

The open chef's kitchen has a gas range, Gaggenau double ovens and a Nespresso machine, with a bar where friends can pull up a stool. The breakfast nook seats 4 and the glass-walled dining room seats 8, with hill and lake views.

Who sleeps where

Four bedrooms plus a children's loft, for 11 people in total.

RoomLevelBedsGood to know
Primary suiteUpper1 kingFireplace, a small fridge and a private balcony with two chairs and lake and mountain views. Large en-suite bath with soaking tub, walk-in shower, two sinks, toilet room with bidet and a walk-in closet big enough for a travel crib.
Bedroom 2Upper1 queenFull-height picture windows. Shares an expansive patio with bedroom 3.
Bedroom 3Upper1 queenFull-height picture windows. Hall bathroom with soaking tub next door.
Bedroom 4Main1 queenOff the family room with views in three directions and high ceilings. Clothing rack, no built-in closet.
Children's loftThird floor3 twinsUnder the eaves, with beanbags, books and games. No door and open to the floors below, so noise carries.

Inside the house

Great room with sofas, the open staircase and the grand piano

The great room

Sofas, the open staircase and a grand piano (a design piece, not for playing).

Glass-walled dining room with a long table and hill views

The dining room

Glass walls on three sides and a table for 8.

Breakfast nook with yellow chairs beside the kitchen island

The breakfast nook

A sunny table for 4 beside the kitchen island.

Children's loft under the eaves with twin beds and a beanbag

The children's loft

Three twin beds under the eaves, plus beanbags, books and games.

Primary suite with a king bed, tiled fireplace and French doors to the private balcony

Upper level · king bed

The primary suite

A retreat of its own at the top of the house, with a fireplace for cool evenings and a private balcony with two chairs looking out over the lake and the mountains.

Fireplace and a small fridge in the bedroom, for a quiet glass of wine or an early coffee.

Private balcony with two chairs and lake and mountain views.

Large en-suite bathroom with a soaking tub, a separate walk-in shower, two sinks and a toilet room with bidet.

Walk-in closet with room for a travel crib.

Two vessel sinks on wood vanities in the primary suite, with hill views through the window

Two sinks

His and hers vessel sinks with a window onto the hills.

The primary suite's private balcony with two chairs, looking out over the oak hills and Millerton Lake

The private balcony

Two chairs looking out over the oak hills and the lake.

Primary bathroom with a soaking tub under a picture window and a glass walk-in shower

Soaking tub and shower

A deep tub under a picture window, with a separate glass walk-in shower.

Walk-in closet in the primary suite with open shelving, hanging space and a bench

Walk-in closet

Open shelving, hanging space and room for a travel crib.

The bedrooms

Three more bedrooms with down duvets, picture windows and views.

Bedroom with a queen bed and glass doors to the garden

Garden doors

A queen bedroom with glass doors to the garden.

Bedroom with a queen bed, artwork and hill views

Hill views

A queen bedroom looking out over the oak hills.

Bright bedroom with a door to a private balcony

Balcony access

A bright bedroom with a door to a private balcony.

Bathroom with tiled tub and shower and a stone vanity

More bathrooms

A tiled tub and shower. Three bathrooms in total.

Outside and the unusual spaces

Two acres, gated, with spaces you won't find at a typical lake rental.

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The wine cellar carved into the hillside rock, with a barrel table and stools

The wine cellar

Carved directly into the hillside rock. A cozy spot for a quiet glass.

Foosball table and wall game in the small building beside the house, with lake views

The foosball room

In a small building next to the house, with lake views.

Terrace with dining tables overlooking Millerton Lake

The dining terrace

Outdoor tables for 8 and 6 and a barbecue, with the lake beyond the railing.

Round concrete patio with four blue Adirondack chairs facing the outdoor fireplace, among oak trees

The outdoor fireplace

Adirondack chairs and a fire for cool evenings.

Good to know

The honest details, so nothing surprises you.

180-degree lake views

Unobstructed views of Millerton Lake from the hilltop, with the water about a 10-minute walk away. You are the last property before the lake entrance.

No window coverings

To keep the views, windows are uncovered. Bedrooms get bright early; bring eye shades if you're a light sleeper.

Cell service is spotty

T-Mobile drops off about a mile out. Strong Starlink wifi covers calls and streaming.

Stock up first

Gas and convenience stores are 15 minutes away; full grocery stores about 30 minutes.

Arriving after dark

Enter through the garage after 6 pm, and save your entry codes before you lose signal.

Nature next door

Wild turkeys, deer and coyotes are neighbors. The occasional insect or spider may wander in.

What guests say

From real guest reviews of stays and events at the villa.

“The highlight was the gorgeous views. Lake visibility from both inside and outside the home was just breathtaking.”
Guest review
“With no neighbors around, it was the perfect quiet getaway for 10 of us over 3 nights. The house was spotless, fully equipped with everything we needed.”
Annual boys' trip
“The kids room in the attic is an awesome bonus… gated backyard with real grass allowed them to explore while being safe.”
Family stay
“This place was nothing short of amazing. I hosted a traditional ceremony for about 40 people and there was more than enough space.”
Ceremony host
“Our team had a great stay at this house… We are definitely going to consider renting it if our team travels to Friant again.”
Company team
“Third time renting this place. Beautiful.”
Returning guest

Questions about staying

How many people does Millerton Lake Villa sleep?

Up to 11 people in five bedrooms: a king in the primary suite, queens in bedrooms two, three and four, and three twin beds in the children's loft.

How many bathrooms are there?

Three. The primary suite's large en-suite bath has a soaking tub, a separate walk-in shower, two sinks, a toilet room with bidet and a walk-in closet. The hall bath also has a soaking tub.

What is the primary suite like?

The primary suite on the upper level has a king bed, a fireplace, a small fridge, a private balcony with two chairs and lake and mountain views, and a large en-suite bathroom with a soaking tub, a separate walk-in shower, two sinks and a walk-in closet.

Is the house on the water?

The house sits on a hilltop with 180-degree unobstructed views of Millerton Lake and the mountains. The lake itself is about a 10-minute walk away, and you are the last property before the lake entrance. Millerton Lake State Recreation Area, including the South Finegold picnic area, is close by.

How far is Millerton Lake Villa from Fresno?

The villa is in Friant, California, about 45 minutes from Fresno and Fresno Yosemite International Airport, about 36 minutes from Clovis and about 15 minutes from Table Mountain Casino.

Is there cell service and wifi?

Cell service is spotty on the hill: T-Mobile drops off about a mile out and Verizon and AT&T work intermittently. The house has strong Starlink satellite wifi for calls, video meetings and streaming.

Is the house good for kids?

Yes. There is a children's loft with three twin beds, books and games, a gated backyard with real grass, and room for a pack 'n play or travel crib in the primary suite's dressing room. The loft has no door and is open to the floors below, so noise carries.

Do the bedrooms have curtains?

No. To keep the views, the floor-to-ceiling windows have no coverings, so bedrooms get bright early in the morning. Eye shades are recommended for light sleepers.

Where is the nearest grocery store?

Gas and convenience stores are about 15 minutes away and full-service grocery stores about 30 minutes away. Stock up on food before you arrive. Table Mountain Casino, about 15 minutes away, has 24-hour dining.

What should we know about arriving at night?

Nights are very dark on the hill. If you arrive after 6 pm or after dark, plan to enter through the garage, and save or screenshot your entry codes before you lose cell signal.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 4 pm and check-out is at 11 am.

Is there a minimum stay?

Yes. Stays have a 2-night minimum.

Are pets allowed?

No. Pets are not allowed at Millerton Lake Villa.

Can we play the grand piano?

No. The grand piano is a design piece only. It is not tuned or available for guests to play.

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