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The Tulip House

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Little House Near the Lake
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Exterior
Inside the Front Door
Living room with gas Fireplace

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8260.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bass Lake, CA
  • Bass lake Recreation Area
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Willow Creek Trailhead
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Ascent, the Spa at Tenaya Lodge
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

The Loft

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

African Bath off Living Room

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

The Loft Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Tulip House

The Tulip House is nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. It is the enchanting legacy of Jill Cooley, ready to amaze lovers of fantasy, of art, of whimsy. It is a home only the soul of a gypsy could envision and create. Susan Cooley is owner and 'curator' of this art gallery, and I invite you to become immersed in the extraordinary craftsmanship, the magical integration of carved wood, tile work that looks like quilting, and wonderful art collected for for decades, resulting in this wonderful and cozy home.
It is a home of fairy tales and storybooks, part "Little House on the Prairie," part South Sea Island, infused with a Hobbit House and a gypsy caravan.
It is located in Bass Lake, which offers fishing, jet skiing, shopping, hiking, or simply relaxing.
20 minutes from Yosemite's South Entrance.
Close to the Sugar Pine Railroad.
Near vineyards, museums, and art galleries.
10 minutes from Oakhurst and 1 hour from Fresno Intl Airport.
The home is such a great fusion of styles, of artisans talents, with nods to artist Piet Mondrian, tile work of the Alhambra in Spain, with a mix of the San Francisco Victorians, with carved doors and archways evoking Bali, and with the home spun quilting in both bedding and in tile and wood combinations.
There are 2 gas fireplace/stoves, a huge well stocked kitchen. The master bedroom has a king size bed and bathroom with a huge shower. In the living room, there is a purple velvet sofa bed that has an enhanced 10" combination foam and air mattress, and the African bathroom. The second bedroom is the Loft over the garage, which sleeps 3-5 people, and has a bathroom, TV, table and chairs, and 2 recliners. The third bedroom called the Corner Pocket, has a queen bed and a half bath. There is a laundry area. Off the kitchen is a porch for lounging or for dining, and on one side, an area to barbeque.

There is WiFi, cable TV, and high speed internet. There is a phone for 911.

Pets are possibly accepted, and must be disclosed to the owner. It is a pet friendly house, but not one for dogs that are not house broken, or are chewers of carpets, table legs, or decks. Yep, please, if your animal has any of these bad habits, don't bring them.

Of course, the Tulip House is smoke free.

Property manager

Susan Cooley
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
This home is a wonderful place for children. Howe
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Events

No events allowed
Again, I require knowledge of pets, and please don
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Again, I require knowledge of pets, and please don
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
People smoke outside. Please dispose of all waste

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Again, I require knowledge of pets, and please don
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 267

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bass Lake

Located in Bass Lake, this holiday home is on a lake. Golden Chain Theater and Sierra-Mono Indian Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fresno Flats Historical Park and North Fork Town Hall. Children's Museum of the Sierra and Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bass Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • Bass lake Recreation Area - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Willow Creek Trailhead - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Golden Chain Theater - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad - 19 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Ascent, the Spa at Tenaya Lodge - 23 min drive - 22.8 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Plazuelas - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Round Table Pizza - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Tulip House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at The Tulip House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Tulip House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Tulip House located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Sierra National Forest and Bass lake Recreation Area. Willow Creek Trailhead is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifully Artistic

Truly unique and lovely property. Large comfortable beds and nice bathrooms. Perfect place to unwind and relax after a long day in Yosemite
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming getaway

Susan was an excellent host and the house was perfect - super cute, well equipped with lots of room. We loved our stay and plan to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

sherri c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Location

Rented this home for 6 adults for 3 nights. It was in a perfect location...easy to get in and out of and close to everything that we wanted to do. The home was exactly as described, and we had a seamless check in. My only issue, was that the WIFI didn't seem strong enough (This was a working vacation for me) and I kept getting booted out of my system I have to log into for work.Lessson learned: don't work while on vacation! High recommend this home for your upcoming vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi S., Sacramento, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

We loved our stay - very close to our family reunion at Recreation Point. My 3 girls loved having their own space to relax in the loft, and we all enjoyed exploring the art and architecture throughout the home. Hope to come again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A uniquely magical house

You will be hard pushed to find another house as charming, whimsical, exciting, imaginative and awe inspiring at the Tulip House. We stayed with our grandchildren and they absolutely loved everything and every detail. we were there for 3 nights and still found new things as we were leaving. 100% recommend this house for anyone to explore and wonder at the work that has gone into every single aspect of it. A complete delight
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

The reviews you read tell all our stories. Magical!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michael K.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home.

The home is exceptional and a joy to experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

cindy e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to everything

We enjoyed this property!! Very comfortable house!! Near Bass Lake and Oakhurst. Very centrally located for us visit!! Never did find the butter dish lid!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

KIM G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Special and Beautiful

We had another larger house rented nearby and all meals were held there. At first the people in this house were disappointed they were not in the main house, but when they saw Susan’s house, they didn’t mind at all. They loved it and in fact one day the whole group had a picnic lunch here just so everyone could see it. Susan is a terrific host. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house

The house is really cool. The attention to detail in the decor is remarkable. My only complaint is about the location being 12 miles from the South Entrance from Yosemite which may be accurate but it leaves you 50 miles from Yosemite Valley which is most peoples destination. I did not know that so I consider the location description misleading.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vijay P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Beautiful and Comfy house right next to Bass lake

The house is so unique and beautiful with colorful indoors and beautiful decorations. Rooms are nice with comfy beds and pillows. The bathrooms were nice and very clean. The kitchen area is open and huge. The patio also is large with comfortable furniture. 10 minutes walk to Bass lake. The host, Susan was very nice and accommodating and gave very good detailed information about the house. We all love our stay here. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful memories

Thank you for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home. We had SO much fun cooking, playing games and just looking at all of the beautiful art. The beds were so cozy as well. Our only issue was that the neighbors (across 222) had the loudest parties two nights in a row until after 1:00 AM that kept our house up...but we know that is not your fault! I just wanted to give you a heads up if it's another VRBO. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Keith v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication, location

After signing our contract, we were notified that we needed needed to purchase damage insurance.

Very stressful! We were afraid to damage anything in the house. We didn't feel comfortable in any of the rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tulip House

The Tulip House is perhaps the best VRBO property we’ve had the pleasure of experiencing. The host is an amazing curator of an extraordinary home she inherited from her sister, an artist who created the space over a large part of her life. We were particularly enthralled by the stunning tile work throughout the home. Every wall is adorned with beautiful art work. All the doors and trim are custom made with incredible carved wood. It was immaculate and most, if not all, the small and major appliances looked new. The host even gave us an intriguing riddle to solve. We were asked if we could find a part of a broken ceramic butter dish that her sister had incorporated into the structure of the home. It turned into a fun treasure hunt of sorts. It actually helped us appreciate some detail in the house that we may have otherwise overlooked. Anyone staying in this house will have a time to remember!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julian L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The only place to stay near Bass Lake.

It's an experience, not a vacation rental. If you appreciate art and history, this is the house. I was beyond blown away, it's much better than I can describe or express. You will not be sorry.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grace K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eclectic decor, clean, well located

Very unique property filled with artistic flair. Eclectic decor which is Mary Englebreit mixed with global touches - lots to look at. Rooms were clean and well stocked. House is close to the Pines where we rented a pontoon boat, wakeboard boat and jet skis. Had lunch at Miller Landing and Marina Grill, which were both good. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and inspiring

So big and so beautiful. Saw something different every day. I have and never will stay in any place like it. Yet it’s so comfortable and welcoming. My favorite thing are the doors. Each one different. The whole place is so unique but still safe, fun and close enough to Yosemite. Bass lake is also great for swimming and food
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sylvie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Tulip House

The Tulip House is stunning. It is close to everything. A very unique experience. Will definitely come again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maxine F., Plainfield, IL USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fairy tale home, uniquely crafted by a local artist.

Cool, amazing, work of art home. Something unique in every nook and cranny. Great location on Bass Lake and close to Oakhurst. Clean, comfortable, well appointed and the most fantastic bathrooms I’ve ever had at a VRBO. We loved our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yosemite Half Marathon - Perfect Location

We rented this home so that we could be close to the finish line of the Yosemite Half marathon. The location and the home did not disappoint! It’s such a unique property. Definitely a home, not just a vacation rental. The home was well stocked and had everything we needed. It was clean and comfortable for our two couples. It’s proximity to national parks and forests as well as Bass Lake makes it a prime location for outdoor adventures.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and whimsical family Vacation Home at Bass Lake

Our family had the BEST experience staying at the Tulip 🌷 home 🏡 for our vacation getaway! We are locals in the area that were looking for the perfect home away from home to spend weekend celebrating our youngest son's birthday 🎂 We were welcomed with a Happy Birthday card upon arrival ❤️ This home is a peice of ART 🎨 We spent hours fascinated what this vacation home has offered! So much love went into this home! Our family looks forward to returning and making it a tradition 😀
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andres M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of a kind property

A very special home to visit and enjoy. Incredibly beautiful and well cared for. Enjoy looking at all of its unique features. Look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

crystal a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great time!

House was amazing. No issues or complaints whatsoever. Just a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lucia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing getaway

The house, the yard, the surroundings, everything was so wonderful and relaxing. The only regret I have is not staying longer! Beautiful home, definitely will book again when staying near Yosemite.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Susan Cooley

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I am a retired flight attendant. I love hosting the Tulip House! My late sister created this most whimsical delight, and I decided it should be available for everyone. I am the curator and love the delight and transformation guests experience.

What makes this property unique

The pictures are worth a thousand words!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests