Beautiful 3bd Sanctuary Inside Yosemite!
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About this property
HeadLine : Near Yosemite Cemetery
Location : With a stay at this vacation home in Yosemite National Park, you ll be within a 15-minute drive of Yosemite National Park and Pioneer Yosemite History Center. This vacation home is 18.8 mi (30.2 km) from Yosemite Valley and 31.9 mi (51.3 km) from Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance.
Rooms : Treat yourself to a stay in this individually decorated vacation home, which features a fireplace and a flat-screen TV. There s a private furnished balcony/patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment.
CheckIn Instructions : 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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Special Instructions : An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. There is no front desk at this property. Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with 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.
Disclaimer notification: Amenities are subject to availability and may be chargeable as per the hotel policy.
Kitchen
Air Conditioned
TV
Hair Dryer
WiFi
Free Parking
Location
Wawona, California
Guest reviews of Beautiful 3bd Sanctuary Inside Yosemite!
9.4
Superb
Based on 19 verified reviews
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Beautiful 3bd Sanctuary Inside Yosemite! offers a clean, practical base inside the park in Wawona, appreciated by families for its well equipped kitchen, deck, easy access to the river and Mariposa Grove, and a longer drive to Yosemite Valley.
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Beautiful 3bd Sanctuary Inside Yosemite! offers a clean, practical base inside the park in Wawona, appreciated by families for its well equipped kitchen, deck, easy access to the river and Mariposa Grove, and a longer drive to Yosemite Valley.
Guests find the home spacious and comfortable for groups, with cozy gathering areas and beds, though a few note very soft pillows, warm nights, or sparse furnishings. Cleanliness is praised, but multiple reviews report ants and some upkeep issues such as nonworking appliances, missing blinds, or burnt bulbs. Service experiences vary from smooth self check in to poor responsiveness and a lockout, so expect strong home comforts with occasional quirks.
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Facilities
A well equipped kitchen and Traeger grill are frequently praised, along with the deck and wood burning fireplace; parking is available. There are isolated reports of a nonworking grill and a hot tub problem.
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Kristi W.
Oct 20, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
The house was the perfect size for the 5 of us. We enjoyed the kitchen together as a family. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, plates, etc. We spent our evenings at the large dinner table. The living room was cozy and the fireplace was a wonderful gathering space for us all. We loved the location of this property as well. It was a close distance to the park hikes that we enjoyed daily.
The house was the perfect size for the 5 of us. We enjoyed the kitchen together as a family. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, plates, etc. We spent our evenings at the large dinner table. The living room was cozy and the fireplace was a wonderful gathering space for us all. We loved the location of this property as well. It was a close distance to the park hikes that we enjoyed daily.
10
Cecilia K.
Sep 27, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We enjoyed the large tables off the kitchen and on the deck that seated 7 of us easily. The traeger grill was excellent and cooked the juiciest brats. The beds were all comfortable and the bathrooms had heat lights if needed in the early morning. Everything was clean and in working order. Only suggestion would be to mount the TV in the living room lower. We had to slide the furniture back in order to watch a movie comfortably. The location inside the park in Wawona was great for visiting Mariposa Grove just south of us and Yosemite Valley to the north. We also discovered a great little trail along the river with a swinging bridge and large rock formations that was at the end of our road with a nice parking lot.
We enjoyed the large tables off the kitchen and on the deck that seated 7 of us easily. The traeger grill was excellent and cooked the juiciest brats. The beds were all comfortable and the bathrooms had heat lights if needed in the early morning. Everything was clean and in working order. Only suggestion would be to mount the TV in the living room lower. We had to slide the furniture back in order to watch a movie comfortably. The location inside the park in Wawona was great for visiting Mariposa Grove just south of us and Yosemite Valley to the north. We also discovered a great little trail along the river with a swinging bridge and large rock formations that was at the end of our road with a nice parking lot.
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CHRIS C.
Jan 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location. Well-kept home. Wood burning fireplace (awesome!) so be prepared to bring wood and/or tools to start a fire using the wood from the store down the street. Also, the BBQ is a Traeger (Awesome!) so you should bring your own flavored wood pellets.
Great location. Well-kept home. Wood burning fireplace (awesome!) so be prepared to bring wood and/or tools to start a fire using the wood from the store down the street. Also, the BBQ is a Traeger (Awesome!) so you should bring your own flavored wood pellets.
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Shellie T.
Feb 20, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
We stayed at this house over president's day weekend. One of the main reasons for choosing this house was the hot tub even though it was significantly higher in price than others we looked at. With the wonky weather we have been having in California lately, at least the hot tub would be something to do if the weather wasn't great. The first day the hot tub was great. The next day the hot tub began to look a little murky. By the third day it was pretty green and the foam from the bubbles had hair and other debris floating in it. I contacted the number given and they said they would reach out and check it out. We came home that day and it was still green. I reached out again, they said no one responded and sorry. I reached out again and they just said sorry, so we were unable to use it the last days of our trip. I know hot tubs can be finicky! But this house was expensive and not having it working was a bummer. The house was clean and well stocked on towels. There was a seasoning spinner, but if you need anything else it must be brought in. There is no Pam spray or anything like that. There were two small bags of trash right outside the back door and someones clothes over the balcony. It is a quick drive from the house to Mariposa grove and not that far to the valley. Location is great to see all that Yosemite has to offer.
We stayed at this house over president's day weekend. One of the main reasons for choosing this house was the hot tub even though it was significantly higher in price than others we looked at. With the wonky weather we have been having in California lately, at least the hot tub would be something to do if the weather wasn't great. The first day the hot tub was great. The next day the hot tub began to look a little murky. By the third day it was pretty green and the foam from the bubbles had hair and other debris floating in it. I contacted the number given and they said they would reach out and check it out. We came home that day and it was still green. I reached out again, they said no one responded and sorry. I reached out again and they just said sorry, so we were unable to use it the last days of our trip. I know hot tubs can be finicky! But this house was expensive and not having it working was a bummer. The house was clean and well stocked on towels. There was a seasoning spinner, but if you need anything else it must be brought in. There is no Pam spray or anything like that. There were two small bags of trash right outside the back door and someones clothes over the balcony. It is a quick drive from the house to Mariposa grove and not that far to the valley. Location is great to see all that Yosemite has to offer.
8
Rebecca Z.
May 8, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We liked the close proximity to Mariposa Grove in Yosemite. The drive to the Valley was about 45 minutes, not a bad drive. We were very happy with the well stocked kitchen because we cooked our meals, but the grill never worked. The house is not as remote as the pictures indicate. The house is in a beautiful location but there are other houses next door and around the area.
We liked the close proximity to Mariposa Grove in Yosemite. The drive to the Valley was about 45 minutes, not a bad drive. We were very happy with the well stocked kitchen because we cooked our meals, but the grill never worked. The house is not as remote as the pictures indicate. The house is in a beautiful location but there are other houses next door and around the area.
10
Mark B.
Jan 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Stayed at this property to celebrate anniv weekend with my spouse and two teenagers. Home had all the equipment you’d think you’d need and I especially loved the Traeger smoker and made some awesome ribeyes we bought at Oakhurst. Property is situated centrally and inside the park and about 30 minutes away from all the sites in Yosemite Valley and equally 30 minutes away from Oakhurst to go for grocery shopping, fast food, etc.. Was also nice that it was about a 10 minute drive from Mariposa Grove, which allowed us to go a little bit later in the day and avoid the crowds. We would definitely stay here again when we come back to Yosemite
Stayed at this property to celebrate anniv weekend with my spouse and two teenagers. Home had all the equipment you’d think you’d need and I especially loved the Traeger smoker and made some awesome ribeyes we bought at Oakhurst. Property is situated centrally and inside the park and about 30 minutes away from all the sites in Yosemite Valley and equally 30 minutes away from Oakhurst to go for grocery shopping, fast food, etc.. Was also nice that it was about a 10 minute drive from Mariposa Grove, which allowed us to go a little bit later in the day and avoid the crowds. We would definitely stay here again when we come back to Yosemite
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ryan L.
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Overall it was good and as described. The location is nice and the easy river access was enjoyed by all. Options for food in the area is very limited, so having a limited stocked kitchen when you need to cook several meals was a bummer. Many missing cooking utensils - no mixer/whisk/one cutting board etc. also the ants showed up in force and needed to be managed daily. The apartment in the garage felt a little strange as shoes were visible so it felt like someone might show up. However, we stay again in the same spot but come better prepared for our cooking.
Overall it was good and as described. The location is nice and the easy river access was enjoyed by all. Options for food in the area is very limited, so having a limited stocked kitchen when you need to cook several meals was a bummer. Many missing cooking utensils - no mixer/whisk/one cutting board etc. also the ants showed up in force and needed to be managed daily. The apartment in the garage felt a little strange as shoes were visible so it felt like someone might show up. However, we stay again in the same spot but come better prepared for our cooking.
10
Prashanth K.
Nov 28, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Excellent location inside the park, very quite with good hiking routes directly from the home. Swinging bridge is about 1 mile away. House well setup with a welcome package. Only issue we had was the blinds in one of the rooms where not there but a good alarm to get up when the sun raises. Google maps takes you to behind the home so you will need to navigate your way to the front door. Ample parking for 2 vehicles.
Excellent location inside the park, very quite with good hiking routes directly from the home. Swinging bridge is about 1 mile away. House well setup with a welcome package. Only issue we had was the blinds in one of the rooms where not there but a good alarm to get up when the sun raises. Google maps takes you to behind the home so you will need to navigate your way to the front door. Ample parking for 2 vehicles.
10
Amy J.
Oct 23, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Kitchen well equipped. Well represented in pictures. All rooms had heated blankets available which was a nice touch. Good location to go to different points in the park.
Kitchen well equipped. Well represented in pictures. All rooms had heated blankets available which was a nice touch. Good location to go to different points in the park.
10
Panayiotis K.
Dec 11, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a great property. The pictures did not match the place at all (for the better). It seemed like the place was recently renovated. Everything was clean. We used the kitchen to prep our meals and it was well stocked. Had plenty of pots, pans, even a rice cooker, and everything else that we needed. The BBQ worked great for us. We loved the deck - my son loved just running around outside. We didn't use the hot tub. It was easy to check in - we were provided a code to access the house and direction on accessing the house if the code didn't work. We had an issue with the method of identification. The link that was provided by the management company didn't work. They never followed up after our request. And I had to keep asking how do we make sure our reservation was confirmed but they couldn't verify anything on the phone until we managed to go through the identification verification process. Additionally, on our second night, we had some people trying to "check in" by trying to use the codes to open the door. Subsequently, they knocked continuously claiming they had reserved the house. Unsure how true it was, but kind of scary when it was 10 pm at night. I was mostly wary just because we have a toddler with us. I also wish the check out time was a little later, 10 am check out is a tad early especially when we had to clean up a bit before leaving. Despite that, our small group enjoyed staying here and would love to return.
This is a great property. The pictures did not match the place at all (for the better). It seemed like the place was recently renovated. Everything was clean. We used the kitchen to prep our meals and it was well stocked. Had plenty of pots, pans, even a rice cooker, and everything else that we needed. The BBQ worked great for us. We loved the deck - my son loved just running around outside. We didn't use the hot tub. It was easy to check in - we were provided a code to access the house and direction on accessing the house if the code didn't work. We had an issue with the method of identification. The link that was provided by the management company didn't work. They never followed up after our request. And I had to keep asking how do we make sure our reservation was confirmed but they couldn't verify anything on the phone until we managed to go through the identification verification process. Additionally, on our second night, we had some people trying to "check in" by trying to use the codes to open the door. Subsequently, they knocked continuously claiming they had reserved the house. Unsure how true it was, but kind of scary when it was 10 pm at night. I was mostly wary just because we have a toddler with us. I also wish the check out time was a little later, 10 am check out is a tad early especially when we had to clean up a bit before leaving. Despite that, our small group enjoyed staying here and would love to return.
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Cleanliness
Many describe the home as clean, but multiple reviews note recurring ants and a few maintenance lapses (e.g., bulbs, appliances, blinds, dust).
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Steven J.
Apr 30, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
This was a top notch place but not maintained. Several bulbs were out, the water filter on the fridge glowed red, the kitchen sink faucet was nearly falling off the counter, a few of the window blinds were missing the strings and couldn’t be opened, cobwebs and dust in the ceiling skylights and chandelier, and the first warm dry day brought ants all over the entryway hall, kitchen, counters, and dining area. We thought they had gotten to the trash, but none were found there. We vacuumed up most of them but the vacuum filter was full and didn’t have much power. The location was great, and the overall stay was nice but if the weather hadn’t been snowy until our last day, the ants could have been a big problem.
This was a top notch place but not maintained. Several bulbs were out, the water filter on the fridge glowed red, the kitchen sink faucet was nearly falling off the counter, a few of the window blinds were missing the strings and couldn’t be opened, cobwebs and dust in the ceiling skylights and chandelier, and the first warm dry day brought ants all over the entryway hall, kitchen, counters, and dining area. We thought they had gotten to the trash, but none were found there. We vacuumed up most of them but the vacuum filter was full and didn’t have much power. The location was great, and the overall stay was nice but if the weather hadn’t been snowy until our last day, the ants could have been a big problem.
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Karen V.
May 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a beautiful, practically brand new house in a great neighborhood in Wawona. Lovely living areas, lots of deck space, very comfortable beds, beautiful bathrooms. You can hear the Merced River running from the deck. Perfectly appointed. Ample linens and supplies, all very clean. Only a few complaints: this house has an ant problem. This affected our stay because we had to spend a fair amount of time dealing with ants (like when they found their way into my purse) and we had to throw out some food. The master bedroom downstairs is also sparsely furnished: there is only a bed and one night stand. A couple more wall tables throughout the place would be a nice addition in general. And this is minor, but the toilet in the master bathroom ran excessively unless you opened the back to place the stopper properly. Overall we loved the place, and with an ant-free guarantee we’ll be back.
This is a beautiful, practically brand new house in a great neighborhood in Wawona. Lovely living areas, lots of deck space, very comfortable beds, beautiful bathrooms. You can hear the Merced River running from the deck. Perfectly appointed. Ample linens and supplies, all very clean. Only a few complaints: this house has an ant problem. This affected our stay because we had to spend a fair amount of time dealing with ants (like when they found their way into my purse) and we had to throw out some food. The master bedroom downstairs is also sparsely furnished: there is only a bed and one night stand. A couple more wall tables throughout the place would be a nice addition in general. And this is minor, but the toilet in the master bathroom ran excessively unless you opened the back to place the stopper properly. Overall we loved the place, and with an ant-free guarantee we’ll be back.
8
Nulufer S.
Dec 4, 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
We loved the house. It was very clean also we felt like at home. House had everything what you need. Thanks for everything.
We loved the house. It was very clean also we felt like at home. House had everything what you need. Thanks for everything.
10
Cecilia K.
Sep 27, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We enjoyed the large tables off the kitchen and on the deck that seated 7 of us easily. The traeger grill was excellent and cooked the juiciest brats. The beds were all comfortable and the bathrooms had heat lights if needed in the early morning. Everything was clean and in working order. Only suggestion would be to mount the TV in the living room lower. We had to slide the furniture back in order to watch a movie comfortably. The location inside the park in Wawona was great for visiting Mariposa Grove just south of us and Yosemite Valley to the north. We also discovered a great little trail along the river with a swinging bridge and large rock formations that was at the end of our road with a nice parking lot.
We enjoyed the large tables off the kitchen and on the deck that seated 7 of us easily. The traeger grill was excellent and cooked the juiciest brats. The beds were all comfortable and the bathrooms had heat lights if needed in the early morning. Everything was clean and in working order. Only suggestion would be to mount the TV in the living room lower. We had to slide the furniture back in order to watch a movie comfortably. The location inside the park in Wawona was great for visiting Mariposa Grove just south of us and Yosemite Valley to the north. We also discovered a great little trail along the river with a swinging bridge and large rock formations that was at the end of our road with a nice parking lot.
10
Doug S.
Nov 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing location and really lovely home. Very clean, well layed out, and beautiful artwork. Tharea inside the park. Great river and amazing waterfall hike nearby at the end of the road too.
Amazing location and really lovely home. Very clean, well layed out, and beautiful artwork. Tharea inside the park. Great river and amazing waterfall hike nearby at the end of the road too.
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Charles H.
May 9, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We loved this cabin. It was clean and newer, and very comfortable. We even used the Traeger for tri-tip. Easy access to Yosemite Valley. Will stay here again.
We loved this cabin. It was clean and newer, and very comfortable. We even used the Traeger for tri-tip. Easy access to Yosemite Valley. Will stay here again.
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ryan L.
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Overall it was good and as described. The location is nice and the easy river access was enjoyed by all. Options for food in the area is very limited, so having a limited stocked kitchen when you need to cook several meals was a bummer. Many missing cooking utensils - no mixer/whisk/one cutting board etc. also the ants showed up in force and needed to be managed daily. The apartment in the garage felt a little strange as shoes were visible so it felt like someone might show up. However, we stay again in the same spot but come better prepared for our cooking.
Overall it was good and as described. The location is nice and the easy river access was enjoyed by all. Options for food in the area is very limited, so having a limited stocked kitchen when you need to cook several meals was a bummer. Many missing cooking utensils - no mixer/whisk/one cutting board etc. also the ants showed up in force and needed to be managed daily. The apartment in the garage felt a little strange as shoes were visible so it felt like someone might show up. However, we stay again in the same spot but come better prepared for our cooking.
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Jennifer W.
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Good location, about 50 minutes to the Yosemite Valley. Plenty of room for 6 adults. The kitchen was a bit crowded when cooking and ants would come within minutes if you left anything in the sink. The water and ice maker in the fridge did not work. Beds were very soft and pillows were low quality, I recommend brining your own pillow. We also experienced ants is the showers. Overall a good place and I would stay again.
Good location, about 50 minutes to the Yosemite Valley. Plenty of room for 6 adults. The kitchen was a bit crowded when cooking and ants would come within minutes if you left anything in the sink. The water and ice maker in the fridge did not work. Beds were very soft and pillows were low quality, I recommend brining your own pillow. We also experienced ants is the showers. Overall a good place and I would stay again.
10
Prashanth K.
Nov 28, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Excellent location inside the park, very quite with good hiking routes directly from the home. Swinging bridge is about 1 mile away. House well setup with a welcome package. Only issue we had was the blinds in one of the rooms where not there but a good alarm to get up when the sun raises. Google maps takes you to behind the home so you will need to navigate your way to the front door. Ample parking for 2 vehicles.
Excellent location inside the park, very quite with good hiking routes directly from the home. Swinging bridge is about 1 mile away. House well setup with a welcome package. Only issue we had was the blinds in one of the rooms where not there but a good alarm to get up when the sun raises. Google maps takes you to behind the home so you will need to navigate your way to the front door. Ample parking for 2 vehicles.
10
Panayiotis K.
Dec 11, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a great property. The pictures did not match the place at all (for the better). It seemed like the place was recently renovated. Everything was clean. We used the kitchen to prep our meals and it was well stocked. Had plenty of pots, pans, even a rice cooker, and everything else that we needed. The BBQ worked great for us. We loved the deck - my son loved just running around outside. We didn't use the hot tub. It was easy to check in - we were provided a code to access the house and direction on accessing the house if the code didn't work. We had an issue with the method of identification. The link that was provided by the management company didn't work. They never followed up after our request. And I had to keep asking how do we make sure our reservation was confirmed but they couldn't verify anything on the phone until we managed to go through the identification verification process. Additionally, on our second night, we had some people trying to "check in" by trying to use the codes to open the door. Subsequently, they knocked continuously claiming they had reserved the house. Unsure how true it was, but kind of scary when it was 10 pm at night. I was mostly wary just because we have a toddler with us. I also wish the check out time was a little later, 10 am check out is a tad early especially when we had to clean up a bit before leaving. Despite that, our small group enjoyed staying here and would love to return.
This is a great property. The pictures did not match the place at all (for the better). It seemed like the place was recently renovated. Everything was clean. We used the kitchen to prep our meals and it was well stocked. Had plenty of pots, pans, even a rice cooker, and everything else that we needed. The BBQ worked great for us. We loved the deck - my son loved just running around outside. We didn't use the hot tub. It was easy to check in - we were provided a code to access the house and direction on accessing the house if the code didn't work. We had an issue with the method of identification. The link that was provided by the management company didn't work. They never followed up after our request. And I had to keep asking how do we make sure our reservation was confirmed but they couldn't verify anything on the phone until we managed to go through the identification verification process. Additionally, on our second night, we had some people trying to "check in" by trying to use the codes to open the door. Subsequently, they knocked continuously claiming they had reserved the house. Unsure how true it was, but kind of scary when it was 10 pm at night. I was mostly wary just because we have a toddler with us. I also wish the check out time was a little later, 10 am check out is a tad early especially when we had to clean up a bit before leaving. Despite that, our small group enjoyed staying here and would love to return.
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Rooms
Spacious and comfortable for families, with cozy living areas, heated blankets, and enough beds; some mention very soft beds or low pillows, warm nights needing extra fans, or sparse furnishings in the master.
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Martha M.
Jul 29, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The house it's beautiful and in a great location! I'll definitely stay there again. I just need to mention two things that in my opinion will make this house the best place to stay. One, it would it be nice to have extra fans since it was a bit hot at night. Second it would it be nice to be able to use the garage to put the luggage and all our items in. Since we were a big group, we felt very squeeze in the living room with all the items we carried.
The house it's beautiful and in a great location! I'll definitely stay there again. I just need to mention two things that in my opinion will make this house the best place to stay. One, it would it be nice to have extra fans since it was a bit hot at night. Second it would it be nice to be able to use the garage to put the luggage and all our items in. Since we were a big group, we felt very squeeze in the living room with all the items we carried.
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Erika S.
Aug 4, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
My family and I (including my parents who don’t do stairs and my 6 yo son) loved the home. Great view, great and expansive back deck, grill, comfy beds, and great location within a short walk to the Merced River and a great swimming hole. Would definitely come back
My family and I (including my parents who don’t do stairs and my 6 yo son) loved the home. Great view, great and expansive back deck, grill, comfy beds, and great location within a short walk to the Merced River and a great swimming hole. Would definitely come back
10
Kristi W.
Oct 20, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
The house was the perfect size for the 5 of us. We enjoyed the kitchen together as a family. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, plates, etc. We spent our evenings at the large dinner table. The living room was cozy and the fireplace was a wonderful gathering space for us all. We loved the location of this property as well. It was a close distance to the park hikes that we enjoyed daily.
The house was the perfect size for the 5 of us. We enjoyed the kitchen together as a family. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, plates, etc. We spent our evenings at the large dinner table. The living room was cozy and the fireplace was a wonderful gathering space for us all. We loved the location of this property as well. It was a close distance to the park hikes that we enjoyed daily.
10
Cecilia K.
Sep 27, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We enjoyed the large tables off the kitchen and on the deck that seated 7 of us easily. The traeger grill was excellent and cooked the juiciest brats. The beds were all comfortable and the bathrooms had heat lights if needed in the early morning. Everything was clean and in working order. Only suggestion would be to mount the TV in the living room lower. We had to slide the furniture back in order to watch a movie comfortably. The location inside the park in Wawona was great for visiting Mariposa Grove just south of us and Yosemite Valley to the north. We also discovered a great little trail along the river with a swinging bridge and large rock formations that was at the end of our road with a nice parking lot.
We enjoyed the large tables off the kitchen and on the deck that seated 7 of us easily. The traeger grill was excellent and cooked the juiciest brats. The beds were all comfortable and the bathrooms had heat lights if needed in the early morning. Everything was clean and in working order. Only suggestion would be to mount the TV in the living room lower. We had to slide the furniture back in order to watch a movie comfortably. The location inside the park in Wawona was great for visiting Mariposa Grove just south of us and Yosemite Valley to the north. We also discovered a great little trail along the river with a swinging bridge and large rock formations that was at the end of our road with a nice parking lot.
10
Andrew H.
May 12, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Our party consisted of children as young as 2 to grandparents. The stay was super comfortable for everyone and having a two floor bedroom setup was very convenient. 10/10 would recommend.
Our party consisted of children as young as 2 to grandparents. The stay was super comfortable for everyone and having a two floor bedroom setup was very convenient. 10/10 would recommend.
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Rachel O.
Apr 16, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Home was perfect for our family of 4.
Home was perfect for our family of 4.
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Ernest F.
Jul 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Overall a pretty nice place. The neighborhood is a few modern and some older houses built in a rarely allowed spot - within a forest right on the southern edge of Yosemite. Beds were comfortable, place is nice so if you want to be in Yosemite, in your own place, this is it.
Overall a pretty nice place. The neighborhood is a few modern and some older houses built in a rarely allowed spot - within a forest right on the southern edge of Yosemite. Beds were comfortable, place is nice so if you want to be in Yosemite, in your own place, this is it.
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Jennifer W.
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Good location, about 50 minutes to the Yosemite Valley. Plenty of room for 6 adults. The kitchen was a bit crowded when cooking and ants would come within minutes if you left anything in the sink. The water and ice maker in the fridge did not work. Beds were very soft and pillows were low quality, I recommend brining your own pillow. We also experienced ants is the showers. Overall a good place and I would stay again.
Good location, about 50 minutes to the Yosemite Valley. Plenty of room for 6 adults. The kitchen was a bit crowded when cooking and ants would come within minutes if you left anything in the sink. The water and ice maker in the fridge did not work. Beds were very soft and pillows were low quality, I recommend brining your own pillow. We also experienced ants is the showers. Overall a good place and I would stay again.
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Harold L.
Jun 3, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Stayed here with a family of five. Was one of the few places I found that could accommodate us all with our own beds. The house was clean and comfortable. We cooked a couple meals and had breakfast everyday there. I gave a 3 on the location as you need to drive 45-60 minutes through the mountains to get to the main areas of Yosemite. Obviously this is not the hosts fault as I neglected to investigate exactly where in relation to the popular spots in Yosemite were. Anyway was a very nice house and we have high standards.
Stayed here with a family of five. Was one of the few places I found that could accommodate us all with our own beds. The house was clean and comfortable. We cooked a couple meals and had breakfast everyday there. I gave a 3 on the location as you need to drive 45-60 minutes through the mountains to get to the main areas of Yosemite. Obviously this is not the hosts fault as I neglected to investigate exactly where in relation to the popular spots in Yosemite were. Anyway was a very nice house and we have high standards.
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Amy J.
Oct 23, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Kitchen well equipped. Well represented in pictures. All rooms had heated blankets available which was a nice touch. Good location to go to different points in the park.
Kitchen well equipped. Well represented in pictures. All rooms had heated blankets available which was a nice touch. Good location to go to different points in the park.
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Inconsistent: some had easy code entry and a welcoming setup, while others experienced a wrong access code, verification hassles, unresponsive management, or unresolved issues.
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Shellie T.
Feb 20, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
We stayed at this house over president's day weekend. One of the main reasons for choosing this house was the hot tub even though it was significantly higher in price than others we looked at. With the wonky weather we have been having in California lately, at least the hot tub would be something to do if the weather wasn't great. The first day the hot tub was great. The next day the hot tub began to look a little murky. By the third day it was pretty green and the foam from the bubbles had hair and other debris floating in it. I contacted the number given and they said they would reach out and check it out. We came home that day and it was still green. I reached out again, they said no one responded and sorry. I reached out again and they just said sorry, so we were unable to use it the last days of our trip. I know hot tubs can be finicky! But this house was expensive and not having it working was a bummer. The house was clean and well stocked on towels. There was a seasoning spinner, but if you need anything else it must be brought in. There is no Pam spray or anything like that. There were two small bags of trash right outside the back door and someones clothes over the balcony. It is a quick drive from the house to Mariposa grove and not that far to the valley. Location is great to see all that Yosemite has to offer.
We stayed at this house over president's day weekend. One of the main reasons for choosing this house was the hot tub even though it was significantly higher in price than others we looked at. With the wonky weather we have been having in California lately, at least the hot tub would be something to do if the weather wasn't great. The first day the hot tub was great. The next day the hot tub began to look a little murky. By the third day it was pretty green and the foam from the bubbles had hair and other debris floating in it. I contacted the number given and they said they would reach out and check it out. We came home that day and it was still green. I reached out again, they said no one responded and sorry. I reached out again and they just said sorry, so we were unable to use it the last days of our trip. I know hot tubs can be finicky! But this house was expensive and not having it working was a bummer. The house was clean and well stocked on towels. There was a seasoning spinner, but if you need anything else it must be brought in. There is no Pam spray or anything like that. There were two small bags of trash right outside the back door and someones clothes over the balcony. It is a quick drive from the house to Mariposa grove and not that far to the valley. Location is great to see all that Yosemite has to offer.
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Hamid A.
Aug 13, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
We were provided the wrong key code to enter the property. For nearly four hours we were locked out. Not until 10 PM were we provided with the correct entry code. The property manager, Grand Welcome, would not answer our calls. Left several messages, all went unanswered. It was Vrbo who was able to contact Grand Welcome and provide the correct key code. Tired after a 7 hour drive, the property did not seem very welcoming! The property had two and one half baths, not the 3 baths advertised. Stains in the refrigerator and dust covered vents, were not what one expects of a five star property. In spite the initial frustration we had a great time at Yosemite. It is an amazing park.
We were provided the wrong key code to enter the property. For nearly four hours we were locked out. Not until 10 PM were we provided with the correct entry code. The property manager, Grand Welcome, would not answer our calls. Left several messages, all went unanswered. It was Vrbo who was able to contact Grand Welcome and provide the correct key code. Tired after a 7 hour drive, the property did not seem very welcoming! The property had two and one half baths, not the 3 baths advertised. Stains in the refrigerator and dust covered vents, were not what one expects of a five star property. In spite the initial frustration we had a great time at Yosemite. It is an amazing park.
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Prashanth K.
Nov 28, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Excellent location inside the park, very quite with good hiking routes directly from the home. Swinging bridge is about 1 mile away. House well setup with a welcome package. Only issue we had was the blinds in one of the rooms where not there but a good alarm to get up when the sun raises. Google maps takes you to behind the home so you will need to navigate your way to the front door. Ample parking for 2 vehicles.
Excellent location inside the park, very quite with good hiking routes directly from the home. Swinging bridge is about 1 mile away. House well setup with a welcome package. Only issue we had was the blinds in one of the rooms where not there but a good alarm to get up when the sun raises. Google maps takes you to behind the home so you will need to navigate your way to the front door. Ample parking for 2 vehicles.
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Panayiotis K.
Dec 11, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a great property. The pictures did not match the place at all (for the better). It seemed like the place was recently renovated. Everything was clean. We used the kitchen to prep our meals and it was well stocked. Had plenty of pots, pans, even a rice cooker, and everything else that we needed. The BBQ worked great for us. We loved the deck - my son loved just running around outside. We didn't use the hot tub. It was easy to check in - we were provided a code to access the house and direction on accessing the house if the code didn't work. We had an issue with the method of identification. The link that was provided by the management company didn't work. They never followed up after our request. And I had to keep asking how do we make sure our reservation was confirmed but they couldn't verify anything on the phone until we managed to go through the identification verification process. Additionally, on our second night, we had some people trying to "check in" by trying to use the codes to open the door. Subsequently, they knocked continuously claiming they had reserved the house. Unsure how true it was, but kind of scary when it was 10 pm at night. I was mostly wary just because we have a toddler with us. I also wish the check out time was a little later, 10 am check out is a tad early especially when we had to clean up a bit before leaving. Despite that, our small group enjoyed staying here and would love to return.
This is a great property. The pictures did not match the place at all (for the better). It seemed like the place was recently renovated. Everything was clean. We used the kitchen to prep our meals and it was well stocked. Had plenty of pots, pans, even a rice cooker, and everything else that we needed. The BBQ worked great for us. We loved the deck - my son loved just running around outside. We didn't use the hot tub. It was easy to check in - we were provided a code to access the house and direction on accessing the house if the code didn't work. We had an issue with the method of identification. The link that was provided by the management company didn't work. They never followed up after our request. And I had to keep asking how do we make sure our reservation was confirmed but they couldn't verify anything on the phone until we managed to go through the identification verification process. Additionally, on our second night, we had some people trying to "check in" by trying to use the codes to open the door. Subsequently, they knocked continuously claiming they had reserved the house. Unsure how true it was, but kind of scary when it was 10 pm at night. I was mostly wary just because we have a toddler with us. I also wish the check out time was a little later, 10 am check out is a tad early especially when we had to clean up a bit before leaving. Despite that, our small group enjoyed staying here and would love to return.
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Location
Inside Yosemite in Wawona with short walks to the river, swinging bridge, and quick access to Mariposa Grove; several mention that reaching Yosemite Valley requires a longer 45–60 minute drive.
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Kristen G.
Aug 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We really enjoyed the stay, especially after finding the swimming hole near the swinging bridge! The house could use some upgrades, especially in the kitchen, but it was nice to have many bathrooms and beds! Would recommend, especially since there seems to be a limited supply of home rentals within the park. It is quite the drive to/from the valley, but a nice place to stay!
We really enjoyed the stay, especially after finding the swimming hole near the swinging bridge! The house could use some upgrades, especially in the kitchen, but it was nice to have many bathrooms and beds! Would recommend, especially since there seems to be a limited supply of home rentals within the park. It is quite the drive to/from the valley, but a nice place to stay!
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Cecilia K.
Sep 27, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We enjoyed the large tables off the kitchen and on the deck that seated 7 of us easily. The traeger grill was excellent and cooked the juiciest brats. The beds were all comfortable and the bathrooms had heat lights if needed in the early morning. Everything was clean and in working order. Only suggestion would be to mount the TV in the living room lower. We had to slide the furniture back in order to watch a movie comfortably. The location inside the park in Wawona was great for visiting Mariposa Grove just south of us and Yosemite Valley to the north. We also discovered a great little trail along the river with a swinging bridge and large rock formations that was at the end of our road with a nice parking lot.
We enjoyed the large tables off the kitchen and on the deck that seated 7 of us easily. The traeger grill was excellent and cooked the juiciest brats. The beds were all comfortable and the bathrooms had heat lights if needed in the early morning. Everything was clean and in working order. Only suggestion would be to mount the TV in the living room lower. We had to slide the furniture back in order to watch a movie comfortably. The location inside the park in Wawona was great for visiting Mariposa Grove just south of us and Yosemite Valley to the north. We also discovered a great little trail along the river with a swinging bridge and large rock formations that was at the end of our road with a nice parking lot.
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Rebecca Z.
May 8, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We liked the close proximity to Mariposa Grove in Yosemite. The drive to the Valley was about 45 minutes, not a bad drive. We were very happy with the well stocked kitchen because we cooked our meals, but the grill never worked. The house is not as remote as the pictures indicate. The house is in a beautiful location but there are other houses next door and around the area.
We liked the close proximity to Mariposa Grove in Yosemite. The drive to the Valley was about 45 minutes, not a bad drive. We were very happy with the well stocked kitchen because we cooked our meals, but the grill never worked. The house is not as remote as the pictures indicate. The house is in a beautiful location but there are other houses next door and around the area.
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Mark B.
Jan 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Stayed at this property to celebrate anniv weekend with my spouse and two teenagers. Home had all the equipment you’d think you’d need and I especially loved the Traeger smoker and made some awesome ribeyes we bought at Oakhurst. Property is situated centrally and inside the park and about 30 minutes away from all the sites in Yosemite Valley and equally 30 minutes away from Oakhurst to go for grocery shopping, fast food, etc.. Was also nice that it was about a 10 minute drive from Mariposa Grove, which allowed us to go a little bit later in the day and avoid the crowds. We would definitely stay here again when we come back to Yosemite
Stayed at this property to celebrate anniv weekend with my spouse and two teenagers. Home had all the equipment you’d think you’d need and I especially loved the Traeger smoker and made some awesome ribeyes we bought at Oakhurst. Property is situated centrally and inside the park and about 30 minutes away from all the sites in Yosemite Valley and equally 30 minutes away from Oakhurst to go for grocery shopping, fast food, etc.. Was also nice that it was about a 10 minute drive from Mariposa Grove, which allowed us to go a little bit later in the day and avoid the crowds. We would definitely stay here again when we come back to Yosemite
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ryan L.
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Overall it was good and as described. The location is nice and the easy river access was enjoyed by all. Options for food in the area is very limited, so having a limited stocked kitchen when you need to cook several meals was a bummer. Many missing cooking utensils - no mixer/whisk/one cutting board etc. also the ants showed up in force and needed to be managed daily. The apartment in the garage felt a little strange as shoes were visible so it felt like someone might show up. However, we stay again in the same spot but come better prepared for our cooking.
Overall it was good and as described. The location is nice and the easy river access was enjoyed by all. Options for food in the area is very limited, so having a limited stocked kitchen when you need to cook several meals was a bummer. Many missing cooking utensils - no mixer/whisk/one cutting board etc. also the ants showed up in force and needed to be managed daily. The apartment in the garage felt a little strange as shoes were visible so it felt like someone might show up. However, we stay again in the same spot but come better prepared for our cooking.
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Ernest F.
Jul 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Overall a pretty nice place. The neighborhood is a few modern and some older houses built in a rarely allowed spot - within a forest right on the southern edge of Yosemite. Beds were comfortable, place is nice so if you want to be in Yosemite, in your own place, this is it.
Overall a pretty nice place. The neighborhood is a few modern and some older houses built in a rarely allowed spot - within a forest right on the southern edge of Yosemite. Beds were comfortable, place is nice so if you want to be in Yosemite, in your own place, this is it.
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Jennifer W.
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Good location, about 50 minutes to the Yosemite Valley. Plenty of room for 6 adults. The kitchen was a bit crowded when cooking and ants would come within minutes if you left anything in the sink. The water and ice maker in the fridge did not work. Beds were very soft and pillows were low quality, I recommend brining your own pillow. We also experienced ants is the showers. Overall a good place and I would stay again.
Good location, about 50 minutes to the Yosemite Valley. Plenty of room for 6 adults. The kitchen was a bit crowded when cooking and ants would come within minutes if you left anything in the sink. The water and ice maker in the fridge did not work. Beds were very soft and pillows were low quality, I recommend brining your own pillow. We also experienced ants is the showers. Overall a good place and I would stay again.
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Prashanth K.
Nov 28, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Excellent location inside the park, very quite with good hiking routes directly from the home. Swinging bridge is about 1 mile away. House well setup with a welcome package. Only issue we had was the blinds in one of the rooms where not there but a good alarm to get up when the sun raises. Google maps takes you to behind the home so you will need to navigate your way to the front door. Ample parking for 2 vehicles.
Excellent location inside the park, very quite with good hiking routes directly from the home. Swinging bridge is about 1 mile away. House well setup with a welcome package. Only issue we had was the blinds in one of the rooms where not there but a good alarm to get up when the sun raises. Google maps takes you to behind the home so you will need to navigate your way to the front door. Ample parking for 2 vehicles.
10
Harold L.
Jun 3, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Stayed here with a family of five. Was one of the few places I found that could accommodate us all with our own beds. The house was clean and comfortable. We cooked a couple meals and had breakfast everyday there. I gave a 3 on the location as you need to drive 45-60 minutes through the mountains to get to the main areas of Yosemite. Obviously this is not the hosts fault as I neglected to investigate exactly where in relation to the popular spots in Yosemite were. Anyway was a very nice house and we have high standards.
Stayed here with a family of five. Was one of the few places I found that could accommodate us all with our own beds. The house was clean and comfortable. We cooked a couple meals and had breakfast everyday there. I gave a 3 on the location as you need to drive 45-60 minutes through the mountains to get to the main areas of Yosemite. Obviously this is not the hosts fault as I neglected to investigate exactly where in relation to the popular spots in Yosemite were. Anyway was a very nice house and we have high standards.
10
Amy J.
Oct 23, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Kitchen well equipped. Well represented in pictures. All rooms had heated blankets available which was a nice touch. Good location to go to different points in the park.
Kitchen well equipped. Well represented in pictures. All rooms had heated blankets available which was a nice touch. Good location to go to different points in the park.
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ryan L.
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Overall it was good and as described. The location is nice and the easy river access was enjoyed by all. Options for food in the area is very limited, so having a limited stocked kitchen when you need to cook several meals was a bummer. Many missing cooking utensils - no mixer/whisk/one cutting board etc. also the ants showed up in force and needed to be managed daily. The apartment in the garage felt a little strange as shoes were visible so it felt like someone might show up. However, we stay again in the same spot but come better prepared for our cooking.
Overall it was good and as described. The location is nice and the easy river access was enjoyed by all. Options for food in the area is very limited, so having a limited stocked kitchen when you need to cook several meals was a bummer. Many missing cooking utensils - no mixer/whisk/one cutting board etc. also the ants showed up in force and needed to be managed daily. The apartment in the garage felt a little strange as shoes were visible so it felt like someone might show up. However, we stay again in the same spot but come better prepared for our cooking.
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Nulufer S.
Dec 4, 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
We loved the house. It was very clean also we felt like at home. House had everything what you need. Thanks for everything.
We loved the house. It was very clean also we felt like at home. House had everything what you need. Thanks for everything.
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FAQs about Beautiful 3bd Sanctuary Inside Yosemite!
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, there are two parking spaces available in the driveway. No reservation is required.
Are pets allowed at the property?
Pets are not allowed at the property. A fine will be assessed at checkout if evidence of a pet is found.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 16:00 and check-out is at 10:00. Early check-in and late check-out are based on availability and require approval, with requests for late check-out needing to be made by 10:00 AM local time the day prior to departure.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located inside Yosemite National Park, steps from the South Fork Merced River and minutes from Mariposa Grove. It is approximately 45 minutes by car to Yosemite Valley, which includes iconic sites like Half Dome and El Capitan.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children are allowed at the property, with ages 0-17 staying for free.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property does not offer cribs or rollaway beds. No extra beds are available, and guests should not expect additional sleeping arrangements.
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