Title: Luxury home inside Yosemite gates and only minutes from valley floor - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Luxury home inside Yosemite gates and only minutes from valley floor Vacation home with kitchen, near Yosemite National Park ## Photo gallery for Luxury home inside Yosemite gates and only minutes from valley floor ![TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player - Luxury home inside Yosemite gates and only minutes from valley floor (Yosemite National Park)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32420000/32420000/32419936/01ec3558.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player - Luxury home inside Yosemite gates and only minutes from valley floor (Yosemite National Park)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32420000/32420000/32419936/458bfbff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Luxury home inside Yosemite gates and only minutes from valley floor (Yosemite National Park)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32420000/32420000/32419936/951d6839.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Luxury home inside Yosemite gates and only minutes from valley floor (Yosemite National Park)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32420000/32420000/32419936/1d5bf756.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player - Luxury home inside Yosemite gates and only minutes from valley floor (Yosemite National Park)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32420000/32420000/32419936/3aaf0fbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Yosemite Copper Bear Lodge offers a serene retreat amidst the forest and distant mountains. Relax in plush leather furniture by cathedral-like windows, enjoy outdoor cooking on the 4-burner Blackstone griddle, or unwind by the large stone fireplace. Explore trails nearby or play games in the loft with a pool table and mini arcade. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Luxury home inside Yosemite gates and only minutes from valley floor Carved plaques with antlers from Austria decorate the high walls and antlered chandeliers hang from the vaulted ceilings. The spacious Yosemite Copper Bear Lodge has cathedral-like windows for views of the forest and distant mountains. The interior space has plenty of comfortable lounge areas in plush leather furniture facing large picture windows. Small mountain creeks babble and meander by the outside decks. Rocking chairs line the deck for resting your feet and enjoying a serene evening after a long day of hiking in the high country or leisurely wandering around the valley floor. The deck also has a 4-burner Blackstone griddle for enjoying outdoor cooking. The great room has a large stone fireplace. A 42-inch flat screen television and blu-ray are available for watching a movie. The dream kitchen is fully equipped for creating your favorite meals. The dining table can seat approximately ten. The open floor plan and large dining table are ideal for spending quality family time. Phone for unlimited local calls. The decor is warm and inviting, and really encourages communal gathering. The home is surrounded by dogwoods, wild azaleas, maples, large white firs, pine, and cedar. The home has two queen beds, two twin beds, and two bunk beds (one with trundle). There is a pool table, mini arcade, game table, and board games in the loft. The loft has leather high-back chairs for reading. There are trails close to the house for hiking. In case there is a power outage in the Park, the house now has an emergency generator that will automatically start to provide power for you and your family. The lodge is perfectly situated within the park gates in a quiet cul-de-sac and away from the park crowds. From the house, you can reach the valley or Glacier Point or Mariposa Grove in about 25 - 30 minutes. You will love returning at the end of a day of hiking or other outdoor activity to this beautiful property which is tucked away inside the Park. . ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Golf - Kayak - Snow sports gear - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39650000/39645900/39645814/dd3d0f71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Scenic Wonders Hikers Hideaway 3 bedroom Yosemite West - 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House not recommended for children 3 and under. Travel insurance recommended. For groups larger than 6, there is an additional charge of $50 per night per guest over the initial 6 guests. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Luxury Home Inside Yosemite Gates Only Minutes From Valley Floor Luxury Home Inside Yosemite Gates Minutes Valley Floor House Luxury Home Inside Yosemite Gates Minutes Valley Floor House Luxury Home Inside Yosemite Gates Minutes Valley Floor Luxury Home Inside Yosemite Gates Only Minutes From Valley Floor Luxury Home Inside Yosemite Gates Only Minutes From Valley Floor ## About the area Located in Yosemite West, a neighborhood in Yosemite National Park, this vacation home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Valley. Yosemite Museum and Nature Center at Happy Isles are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Yosemite National Park travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Yosemite-National-Park.dx183032) [View more Vacation homes in Yosemite National Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Yosemite-National-Park-Private-Vacation-Homes.d183032-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=37.647476,-119.72053&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:y%7BxdFh%7CuyU%3FS%3FS%3FS%40S%40S%3FS%40S%40S%40QBS%40SBSBQ%40SBSBQDSBQBQDSDQBQFQDQDSDOFQFQDQFOFOFQHOFQFOHOFOHOHMHOHOHMJOHMJMHKJMJMJMJKHKLKJKJMLKJILIJKLILILIJILGLILGNGLGLGLGNELENELELENENCLCNENALENANCLAPALAN%3FNANAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%40N%3FL%40N%40N%40NBN%40LDN%40NDLBNBLDNDLDNDLDLDNFLFLFLFNFLHJFLHLHLHJHLJLHJHLJJLJJJJJJJJJLJLJLHJJLHNJLHLHNHNHLFNHNHNFNFPHNFPFNFNDPFPDPFPDPDPDPDPDRBPDPBPDRBP%40RBRBPBR%40R%40RBP%40R%40R%3FR%40R%3FR%40R%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FRAP%3FRAR%3FRARARCPARARCRCPCRARCPERCPEPCREPEREPEPENGPERGNEPGPGNGNIPGNGNINIPGLINILININKLILKLILKLKLKJKLKJKJKJKJMJKHMJMHKHMHMHMHKHMFOFMHMDMFOFMDMFODMDOBMDODMBOBOBMBO%40OBOBO%3FM%40O%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOAOAMAQ%3FMCOCOAMCOCOCMCOEOEMCMEOEMGOEMGMGMEOIMGMGMIKIMIMIMIKIMKKIMKKKKKMKIKKMKKKMKMIMKMIMKMIOIOIMIOIMGQIOGOGOIQGOGOGQEQGOGSEOEQEQGQCSEQESCQCQESCQCSASCQCSASCSAQASAS%3FSASAS%3FQ%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=65qGVu5cmHZx6akeoDxQNzT-g2I=) Yosemite National Park, CA ### What's nearby - ![Yosemite Falls showing mountains and a waterfall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089229/cad38602-3761-48e6-8b96-6c625fadcef1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Yosemite National Park 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - ![Yosemite Valley which includes a waterfall and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063469/ace03d4b-cc47-47a8-8292-dfcfbc8c932b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Yosemite Valley 12 min drive \- 12.6 km - ![Yosemite](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6295212/63a9e88d-8c88-4f6b-910b-b270492465e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance 26 min drive \- 29.2 km - ![stunning view at glacier point!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055783/4b4abda7-17c6-4d36-a373-d2a25583607c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Yosemite Visitor Center 26 min drive \- 27.5 km - The Ahwahnee 29 min drive \- 28.9 km ### Getting around - Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) 87 min drive ### Restaurants - The River Restaurant and Lounge 43 min drive - Parkside Pizza 43 min drive - The Pink Palace 46 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Luxury home inside Yosemite gates and only minutes from valley floor pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Luxury home inside Yosemite gates and only minutes from valley floor? ### What time is check-out at Luxury home inside Yosemite gates and only minutes from valley floor? ### Where is Luxury home inside Yosemite gates and only minutes from valley floor located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Luxury home inside Yosemite gates and only minutes from valley floor Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 122 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark W. Jul 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### perfect stay Clean house in a great location inside the park! ##### Mark W. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt R. Oct 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Everyone in our group loved our stay (ages 48 to 6). It was by far the best stocked, cared for, and thoughtful VRBO we have ever rented. It was truly a home away from home. The owner was incredibly responsive, offered helpful insights and tips for things to do, and even provided supplies to help celebrate a birthday. The listing and pictures perfectly capture its essence. It is about a 30-35 minute drive to the most frequented spots in Yosemite (Valley floor, Glacier Point, Mariposa Grove), which is about as good as it gets for the area in regards to private rentals. ##### Matt R. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph K. May 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible home and incredible host The home is amazing and Steve was an incredibly attentive host. The house has everything you need and more, and is perfectly located to explore Yosemite Valley. Our kids have already asked to come back again! ##### Joseph K. Stayed 5 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David F. May 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique A great location from which to explore many Yosemite wonders. Accommodations were perfect for ourselves and three adult couples. Host provided many welcome amenities. ##### David F. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robin R. May 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Immaculate Excellent Property Everything was perfect. This house had everything you could imagine and more. It was clean and had any and every amenity you could think of. It was beautiful and the property was beautiful. We all enjoyed staying here. Also an excellent location for the park. ##### Robin R. Stayed 5 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sam L. Apr 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Base for Yosemite House is welcoming, well equipped, comfortable and most of all convenient to Yosemite. Great base for exploring Yosemite and comfortable to come home to after long hikes. Host responsive, flexible and provided clear instructions and guidance. Especially appreciated the Yosemite themed video collection and the many Yosemite recommendations/guides located in the house. Would certainly stay again. ##### Sam L. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandelin B. Sep 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Home and Amazing Location Such a lovely home and an amazing location! Our group was comfortable and were able to make it into the valley before the crowds. We hope to stay again some time! ##### Brandelin B. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer H. Sep 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect home in central location of park! The home was fabulous and centrally located within Yosemite National Park. The host left us a fabulous welcome basket of goodies. The lock on door was easy to use. It was truly a trophy home that we were grateful to stay in. ##### Jennifer H. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicholas M. Jun 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect home base in Yosemite Copper Bear Lodge is the perfect home base to explore Yosemite. Steve has a gorgeous home, well appointed with everything you need to be comfortable. We especially enjoyed using the Blackstone grill and the lovely porch. The kids made good use of the mini arcade, and we saw four bears during our stay! ##### Nicholas M. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gita W. Jun 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Yosemite Family Trip We had a wonderful time at the Copper Bear Lodge! The house is amazing. It was very clean and well stocked with everything you could need. They had a wonderful gift basket awaiting us too! We loved hanging on the porch and got to see a momma bear and her two cubs in the backyard. The house is centrally located which helped so much with driving inside the park. There’s so much to see and do in Yosemite but we also just loved coming back to the house and playing cards and relaxing. Loved every minute! ##### Gita W. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim G. Oct 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous Family Celebration The house is absolutely spectacular - they've thought of every little detail, down to the delightful gift baskets they left - including a birthday gift for my mom, whose birthday we were celebrating! The location is perfect, and we wished we had more time to just hang out at the house, it was so lovely. ##### Kim G. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter H. Apr 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Band of Brothers My two brothers, one older & one younger, our brother in law and I spent five days tackling day hikes all over the park. In all we racked up 35 miles and 8,000 feet of elevation. Not bad for the Medicare Crew!The house was perfect for our needs. So comfortable, so well-appointed. We could not have asked for better accommodations! ##### Peter H. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nope Apr 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The best stay in the park If you do stay here, you will find that this place is the king of Yosemite West. There's nothing that compares near by. It's quiet, warm, inviting, and they've thought of everything. From boot dryers to an expertly stocked kitchen, this home didn't disappoint at all. It's a great starting point everyday for venturing into the park and a more than comfortable return home at the end of the day. If you're on the fence about whether it's worth it or not, it is, we had an amazing time here. ##### Nope Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louis S. Sep 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highly recommend! Wow. What a great place to stay visiting Yosemite. This place had every thing anyone would ever need. The starlink was great! Thanks for that. ##### Louis S. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael B. Sep 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Simply Perfect The house is immaculately cared for and obviously loved. The kitchen was extraordinarily well stocked with everything you might need. This is the ideal place to relax and socialize. Due to its close proximity to the valley floor we were able to do several early morning hikes and watch the sun come up. Quite simply if you are planning a trip to yosemite this is the perfect place. ##### Michael B. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yuxuan L. Aug 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay Best vacation house we've ever stayed in. The host pays great attention to a lot of details to make the house so inviting and convenient for all ages. Lots of kitchenware's, a variety of bathroom stuff. To name a thing, they have two kinds of chalks you can use for the pool table! Would be willing to return and see bears again in future. ##### Yuxuan L. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie N. Jun 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous Family Adventure My husband and I and our three adult children loved our five-day stay at Copper Bear Lodge. We came to visit Yosemite NP, but we all wished we could have spent several more days at Steve's amazing home. We appreciated the handwritten welcome card, thoughtful gift baskets, and delicious snack basket. Steve is a wonderful host and very responsive, providing detailed suggestions on hikes, trails, waterfalls, and other must-see sights, where to purchase groceries (Oakhurst), and dining options in Yosemite Valley. The home is lovely, with plenty of space to spread out, and every room was spotless. The beds are comfortable, and the bathrooms well-appointed. The kitchen was spacious and wonderfully stocked. We enjoyed coffee and cooking breakfast each morning, grilled dinners in the evening, and shared daily highlights and photos around the large dining table. We highly recommend Copper Bear Lodge, not only as an ideal and convenient base for exploring Yosemite, but to immerse in the stunning beauty of this special place. ##### Julie N. Stayed 5 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt C. Apr 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peace, Proximity and Comfort We traveled from Seattle and met some family from Minnesota at this beautiful home. Well appointed and well stocked with everything you might need (and more). Pool table was a hit with the kids (and adults). Communication with property owner was prompt and informative. Home is \~30 minutes to Yosemite Valley, so very convenient yet tranquil, private location. Be mindful of LOTS of stairs to get to front door. Not a problem for our family, but if you have accessibility issues or difficulty with stairs, you may want to look elsewhere. Overall, a beautiful, comfortable, and well situated property. ##### Matt C. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elliott S. Nov 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway Beautiful house, tons of space with a big open design great for family gatherings/reunions. Kitchen was immaculately labeled and had everything we needed and more. Spice rack, every pot and pan and piece of plateware imaginable, and generous welcome gifts of snacks of bath products. Whip fast wifi and fun collection of DVDs made our stay modern and nostalgic. Perfect distance from the park, making travel and traffic a breeze (we went in the late October). Host communicated easily and openly, accommodating an earlier check in and even advising tire chains based on the weather forecast-- a proactive tip even though the snow blew over and we didn't need them. Nonetheless, appreciated it. Would stay again in a heartbeat. ##### Elliott S. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### james k. Nov 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy and Comfortable!!! We really enjoyed our stay for Thanksgiving week. The home was spacious, clean and provided the perfect "cabin" experience at Yosemite. But "cabin" would be understating this unique property. It has all the modern amenities you could ask for...great kitchen and family room, cool game room with arcade and pool table with ample space for everyone to spread out. The location was perfect for us to do our day trips into the Yosemite Valley for dinners, hiking and exploring. Upon arrival, we were greeted by a few thoughtful and awesome care packages with Thanksgiving as the theme. It didn't stop there as there were spa care packages in the bathrooms. The owners really thought of everything! There was an abundance of everything you could ask for and perfectly organized. I would highly recommend this gem of a property for its location and the perfect mountain home experience. Cheers! ##### james k. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Oct 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing, best place to stay in Yosemite When I first considered booking the Copper Bear, it had nothing but a perfect 5 star rating with tons of reviews which I thought was suspect bc I've never seen that before for any vacation property. After staying there for 6 days, its perfect 5-star rating is well deserved. We've stayed in all kinds of vacation homes and this one is on another level. The house is immaculate and perfect for hanging out as family and friends and also have plenty of room to spread out. The kitchen is a chef's dream and great for a group or family dinners. Location is great. You're secluded on a cul-a-sac and a quick 25-min drive down to the valley or Glacier Point. On top of the accommodations, the hospitality of the caretaker and owner are as good as it gets. Always responded quickly to answer questions I had before our stay. Would highly recommend for anyone making a trip to Yosemite that they consider this home. It simply doesn't get any better than this. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer H. Aug 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful lodge with everything you need! This was our first time visiting Yosemite. We picked the perfect place to stay. Looking forward to visiting again! ![Special visitor front porch ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/104963c6-30d4-45a5-981f-107b2f660e61-1756321864964.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/77f81399-90ec-4a00-9359-17b241425b14-1756321773738.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Majestic sunset view from main bedroom ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c3324b8d-0c28-4060-8752-c79ac10dc4f3-1756321834067.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Beautiful view from back of the house ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e3704ac3-6555-450b-80e0-5ea6cbd9a554-1756321886327.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jennifer H. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joy C. Jun 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay This is by far the best stocked rental I've ever been in. It was also very clean and comfortable. The proximity to everything in Yosemite can't be beat! ##### Joy C. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew L. Oct 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Fantastic property in Yosemite to relax and enjoy nature.Everything you can think of is included, a well appointed kitchen with everything you could need, a games room and outdoor decking area with a Blackstone grill - everything was spotlessly clean throughout. The snack basket and bathroom amenities (for anything you've forgotten) were also a really nice welcoming touch. ##### Matthew L. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MT Aug 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Such a gorgeous house to spend a week in! 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