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River View A-Frame Cabin in Yosemite National Park

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Interior
new remodeled kitchen.
new flooring and part of newly remodeled kitchen.
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Wawona, CA
  • Pioneer Yosemite History Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Wawona Visitor Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Yosemite South Entrance
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

River View A-Frame Cabin in Yosemite National Park

Riverview is a beautiful, wooden, two-story, A-Frame cabin, with floor to ceiling windows that overlook the South Fork of the Merced River. The open plan living and dining area includes gorgeous floor to ceiling glass and a Fireplace. Major remodeling to the kitchen completed on Feb. 15, 2022. With three bedrooms and two bathrooms, including a master suite, this charming cabin accommodates families and groups. Extra sleeping is available in the loft. Nestled in the quaint village of Wawona inside Yosemite National Park, Riverview cabin allows for the full Yosemite National Park experience. For 2024 you will not need a reservation to enter the Park when you are staying at my cabin which is inside the Park.

Yosemite National Park will require advanced reservations to get in for most dates in 2024, which can be difficult to get. But for 2024 reservations are required when you are not staying at a cabin inside the Park. You must still pay the vehicle pass to get in ($35).


Feel free to email me any questions you may have, whether you rented this cabin in the past or if it is your first time. I have been renting on VRBO for 20 years in Wawona.

Property manager

Susan Kilsdonk
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Yosemite National Park

Located in Yosemite National Park, this cabin is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance. Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad and El Portal Market 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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Wawona, CA

What's nearby

  • Wawona Golf Course - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Pioneer Yosemite History Center - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Wawona Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Yosemite South Entrance - 11 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jackalope's Bar and Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wawona Dining Room - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Timberloft Pizzeria - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Big Trees Lodge Dining Room - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jackalope's Bar and Grill at Tenaya Lodge - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River View A-Frame Cabin in Yosemite National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at River View A-Frame Cabin in Yosemite National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River View A-Frame Cabin in Yosemite National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River View A-Frame Cabin in Yosemite National Park located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Yosemite Cemetery, Pioneer Yosemite History Center and Wawona Golf Course. Wawona Visitor Center and Sierra National Forest are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 210 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 210 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 210 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 210 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved every minute!
Gorgeous river view, great location, cozy fireplace, well-equipped modern kitchen, comfy beds and awesome upstairs book nook! We loved this cabin! Perfect location for Mariposa Grove of Sequoia trees, hiking Chihualna Falls, and the swinging bridge. Beautiful deck overlooking the river. So peaceful and serene. We would absolutely stay here again! Highly recommend! This was a three generation girls trip so it was great for all ages, 18-81. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Just a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
great cabin, cozy, and close access to Yosimte
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
Great property if you want to be within minutes of great sightseeing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay inside Yosemite!
The house was perfect. So well stocked with everything we could need for our stay. I would highly recommend this property for anyone visiting the park!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Thanksgiving
We had an amazing Thanksgiving at the cabin. Everything was perfect from the living room view to the private bedrooms. The kids had places to walk and we enjoyed the river. It was very convenient to have the store within walking distance. We will definitely be booking again if you’ll have us have
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Thanksgiving in Yosemite
Cozy cabin in a beautiful location. Well appointed, although a blow dryer in the master bath would be nice. The WiFi was pretty slow; that was a blessing in disguise, we did not watch TV while we were there!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place
Really enjoyed this house
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ms
Great place - met all our needs -
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Taylor P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
We had a nice stay here while we were visiting Yosemite. Nice house and pretty river near by. The drive to the valley/ glacier point was less then an hr drive so a decent location so we could see everything within the park.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely as always
Great cabin and location
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin near the river!
Adorable cabin less than an hour drive from Yosemite and close to Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yosemite
We enjoyed our stay here, swimming hole nearby, convenient to a neighborhood store and inside park for ease of entering daily.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
We picked this place based on good pictures and closeness to the creek below. The beds were comfortable, kitchen well equipped and plenty of room for 4 adults. Loved being in the park and close to everything we needed. Upstairs room was a little hot but everything else was very good!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raka R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect home
This was the perfect place for our close group of friends. We spent hours after returning from our exploration of the Valley, cooking and eating together. Susan was extremely responsive to any questions we had. All in all, perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Very nice cabin in Yosemite. Easy to get to places inside park and beat the entrance traffic lines! Very nice and roomy cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing!!
There is plenty of supplies in the Kitchen including olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder as well!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yosemite trip 2024
We will definitely be back! Loved the neighborhood and the local general store. Great location with the river in the backyard!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house in Yosemite
The house was so comfortable for our family group. It was conveniently located within Yosemite park, so there was no hassle having to enter each day. It was a little difficult to locate in the dark with limited cell signal, but once we found it, everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful retreat
We stayed here with another couple while visiting Yosemite NP. Very spacious and a lively, quiet setting. Beds were very comfy. Carpets could use cleaning after the summer season and the grill wasnt operational but overall we had a very pleasant stay. Owner communication was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irmentrud A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Easy access to everything! Loved sitting on the deck listening to the river below.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Property is nice, well located and spacious, Perfect foe visiting Yosemite. Also, Chilnualna Falls trail is down the street. Great stay overall!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic riverside cabin!
This is a lovely 3-bedroom cabin in Wawona, walking distance to the Pine Tree Market. The cabin is stocked with everything you might need for your stay: spices, condiments, coffee pods, complimentary snacks, all the cookware and utensils you might need, so many extra blankets, pillows, and towels. You are technically staying inside Yosemite NP, so you do not need to scramble for an entry reservation. (We stayed during Firefall in February. Although we entered the park during the week, had we entered on the weekend, we would have been in the clear. Did I still get an entry reservation to be on the safe side? Of course, but it turned out that I didn’t need one ). The queen beds on the main floor are super soft and comfy. The king bed upstairs is firm but still comfortable. If your partner snores or has Jimmy-legs, there are several futon sofas throughout the cabin for respite. Everyone will be comfortable! Bathrooms are large and modern and CLEAN. It’s a beautiful 40-minute drive from the cabin to the Tunnel View overlook north on 41, or a 90 minute drive south to Fresno airport. This is a solid property!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Never been sorrier to be leaving.... :-(
Honestly, one of our best stays anywhere & ever. Gorgeous cabin, beautifully presented in an idyllic spot. So peaceful, so cosy, and thanks to the shady trees, always nicely cool. Just wonderful in so many ways. Would love to return one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Cabin
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Wawona. We especially appreciated the fully stocked kitchen, extra large dining table, grill and outdoor seating. The cabin was exactly as expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Susan Kilsdonk

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I am a third generation farmer near Fresno. We grow grapes, almonds and pistachios. I have had a love for the mountains ever since i was young. I spend a lot of time water skiing with my husband. We spend a lot of the winter in Costa Rica water skiing.
My sister and i just purchased this cabin together in 2017. We have had 2 other cabins before this one. We were excited to purchase a A-Frame cabin near the river. Something about hearing the river running that you cant get in very many cabins here. Hope you will enjoy this new cabin as much as we are looking forward to time up at the cabin

Why they chose this property

We have had a cabin in Wawona for the last 25 years. Always wanted a A-Frame near the river. There is not much of a turn over of cabins in Wawona. Most are held in the family for generations. There are really very few cabins inside Yosemite National Park. So when this one came available, we just bought it Nov. 2017.

What makes this property unique

Walk down to the river. Great swimming place right close to the cabin. Nice large deck that is in the shade. Enjoy seeing the river from the cabin and mostly hearing the river running from the cabin.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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