Serenity Gardens is a wonderful Merced secret. I almost don't want to post this review, because next time I want to stay, it will be full! We arrived after dark, because we had traveled that day. Jackie met us at the car, and we were all surprised to see a darling little fox out in the front garden - making... more

Serenity Gardens Bed and Breakfast is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy a restful nights sleep. From the moment Jackie met us at the door with a very special hello until we left the next morning, my wife and I felt we were special. We toured the garden and watched as Jackie picked the fresh laid eggs we would... more

We arrived from a long transatlantic flight and found in Jackie and Jerry two excellent hosts. The description to find their home was excellent. Their home is situated far away from the railway so that it is no problem at all to have a good night's rest! Their warm welcome nearly made us forget our need to rest. They offered... more

It’s surprising there aren’t more posts here, because Serenity Gardens is a gem! My husband and I stayed here in October 2008 while on a mini-vacation to the area’s national parks and wildlife refuge. We selected the property after an internet search led us to the website and I phoned the innkeeper for a reservation. The house and grounds are... more

My wife and I chose this place as my wife wanted a stopover (en route to Yosemite) that is away from the hustle and bustle of the railways. My initial email communications with Jackie (the host) pleasantly surprised me. Aside from her usual hospitality, Jackie even asked me how we'd like our breakfast to be made. Not to forget her... more

If you are going to Yosemite, as I did, (or even if you're not), this is the place you've GOT to go to, for a very reasonably priced evening's rest in Merced (and generous, scrumptuous breakfast). Beautiful, restful patio, overlooking an obviously lovingly-tendered large garden. We found the hosts most friendly and extremely accomodating. What more could you ask? Well,... more