Title: Bear Valley Retreat: Designed for Accessibility and Family-Friendliness. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Bear Valley Retreat: Designed for Accessibility and Family-Friendliness. Family-friendly vacation home in Mariposa ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108530000/108529400/108529302/467401ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, table tennis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108530000/108529400/108529302/5ab05ce7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108530000/108529400/108529302/a2f7a458.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108530000/108529400/108529302/c533070c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108530000/108529400/108529302/49f73dd8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to your Mariposa retreat, a 3-bedroom haven designed for comfort. Relax in the jetted bathtub or enjoy peaceful evenings with family and friends. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1650 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Fireplace - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Bear Valley Retreat: Designed for Accessibility and Family-Friendliness. Nestled in the serene beauty of nature, this custom-built home perfectly blends rustic charm with modern sophistication. Accessibility improvements have been made to ensure that everyone can enjoy our Mountain Retreat, regardless of mobility. As you enter the home, you will be welcomed by a living room featuring a high vaulted ceiling that fills the space with natural light and offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. The tasteful decor creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. The location is ideal, only 41 miles from the gate of Yosemite, 11 miles from Lake McClure, 19 miles from Splash and Dash, and just 15 minutes from historic downtown Mariposa. This home is ADA-friendly and includes a powered lift recliner chair with heat, massage, and a cup holder; an ADA-friendly bathroom with a roll-in shower and a shower chair; an adjustable queen bed frame; an adjustable split king bed with a massager; a commode; and a Genesis lift. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 accessible parking spaces - No elevator - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Bicycles - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Table tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - At least 80% organic food - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Bicycles - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Recycling - Unit size: 1,650 square feet - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26610000/26603100/26603022/137c7b12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Trabucco Trails - Stargaze near Yosemite Mariposa - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 147 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=26603022&PinnedHotelID=26603022&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33496300/33496238/5b94f35b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Yosemite Oaks Retreat, Views, Pool & Hot Tub, Game Room, & So Much More! 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Unregistered guest/pet's will incur a $500 fine. \*\*Late-Check-Out Policy\*\* -30 mins to 1 hour after check-out $75 -1 hour after check-out $100 - Every additional hour after that $100 \*\*Smoking Policy\*\*Strict no smoking policy. Any smoking in house incur a fine of $1,000 + any damaged furniture/linens and outside smoking $500 fine ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet) Note from host: Must be a service Dog or Cat ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: No smoking anywhere on the property. or $500 fine ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties Additional fees required, case-by-case ### 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30 Note from host: Additional fees required, case-by-case Long-term renters welcome 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Located in Mariposa, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Yosemite Ziplines and Adventure Ranch and Merced River Recreation Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake McClure Bagby Recreation Area and Merced River. Traveling with kids? Consider Windows on the World Books and Art and California State Mining and Mineral Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. [Visit our Mariposa travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Mariposa.dx9232) [View more Vacation homes in Mariposa](https://www.expedia.ca/Mariposa-Private-Vacation-Homes.d9232-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.56976%2C-120.12595&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pS1PGdS6Oyb3G1diH3B81OB4YCE=) Mariposa, CA ### What's nearby - Lake McClure Bagby Recreation Area - 8 min drive - 8.6 km - Mariposa County Visitor Center - 21 min drive - 22.2 km - Mariposa County Courthouse - 22 min drive - 22.9 km - Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail - 22 min drive - 23.3 km - Yosemite Ziplines and Adventure Ranch - 24 min drive - 25.1 km ### Getting around - Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 12 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Bon Ton Cafe - ‬8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bear Valley Retreat: Designed for Accessibility and Family-Friendliness. pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at Bear Valley Retreat: Designed for Accessibility and Family-Friendliness.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Bear Valley Retreat: Designed for Accessibility and Family-Friendliness.? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Bear Valley Retreat: Designed for Accessibility and Family-Friendliness. located? > Located in the mountains, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake McClure Bagby Recreation Area, Merced River, and Bagby Recreation Area. Windows on the World Books and Art and Mariposa Museum and History Center are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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