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Yosemite Country Cottage~Private~Quiet~Star Gazing~Non-smokers/Vapers~No animals

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Front of Yosemite Country Cottage; parking on left.
Enjoy your homecooked meal at the large dining table
Dining
Well supplied with pots/pans in the full amenity kitchen lit by solar tubes
Master bedroom offers Cal King oak sleigh bed

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Midpines, CA
  • Merced River Recreation Area
    4 min drive
  • Briceburg Information Center
    5 min drive
  • Mariposa County Visitor Center
    11 min drive
  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    17 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

East Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

West Queen

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Master Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Yosemite Country Cottage~Private~Quiet~Star Gazing~Non-smokers/Vapers~No animals

The managing owner of the Yosemite Country Cottage and Yosemite Lilac House has lived and worked in the Yosemite area for over 40 years. As a professional Driver/Guide in Yosemite, he will be happy to provide you with a special 'Place's to Go' Trip Planning Guide to get the most out of your visit upon booking a reservation. Rates are based on 2 people. Please view all amenities provided. The owner will contact you by phone to answer any questions upon booking.

The Yosemite Country Cottage is a charming, custom built as a vacation home, designed with the traveler in mind. It is conveniently located in Midpines near Yosemite National Park in a private, quiet and secure location away from Highway 140. About 9 miles east of Mariposa and 18 miles to the Park boundary. Outside security cameras operational on the property 24/7.

Beautifully decorated and exceptionally clean, the Country Cottage has comfortable bedrooms that sleep 4-6 all with country quilts, Berber carpeting and adjacent tiled bathrooms. The master bedroom has a Cal-King bed, clothes closet, ceiling fan, end tables with 3 way lamps. The Queen bedrooms have ceiling fans/lights, clothes closets, and end table with a lamp.

The highlight of the Living room is a large rock wall with a gas fireplace for cozy evenings. The Living room furnishings including an entertainment center with a 55" smart TV for streaming movies or Internet TV. The fully furnished dining area next to the living room affords easy access to the kitchen. The large full amenity kitchen is fully equipped for the gourmet cook and includes all the conveniences for the vacationing cook. Please view all kitchen amenities provided. We will send information on the grocery store~ Pioneer Market~ in Mariposa, restaurants, etc....

Outside amenities include a propane gas barbecue. There is also a covered porch with a picnic table for outside meals and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding Sierra Nevada foothills. Night sky perfect for stargazing out in front of Cottage, depending on the Moon fullness!

The Yosemite Country Cottage is just the place for families and friends looking for comfort, convenience and charm. The open floor plan is ideal for socializing and relaxing. Sitting atop a hillside on 13 acres of private property, the Country Cottage offers privacy, quiet surroundings and fantastic views. Leave the crowds, traffic and noise behind. The Country Cottage is your ideal vacation home. Baby items (crib, baby bath, highchair, etc...) are available on request.

The Country Cottage is conveniently located near Yosemite National Park and offers a variety of activities for all seasons. There is easy access to two nearby park entrances, Arched Rock Entrance Station (about 23 mi.) along the Wild and Scenic Merced River Canyon. Or the South Entrance Station on Highway 41 on the way to the beautiful and majestic Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias; definitely worth exploring!

The Historic Gold Town of Mariposa (9 miles away) with its quaint shops, restaurants, Wine Tasting from local Vineyards, great Beer Pubs, Mariposa County History Museum, California State Mineral Exhibit (located at the Fairgrounds), and Yosemite Climbing Museum are great to explore.
Additionally, great food (no reservation needed) 1 mile away from the Country Cottage at June Bug Cafe. Hot Tub/Spa and Massage service available at the Yosemite Bug with a reservation at yosemitebug dot com.


Property manager

Charles
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children and Infants are counted in total .

Events

No events allowed
Only registered guest allowed at the Cottage.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We do not rent to smokers/vapers
Text or call owner upon check-in. No non-registered guests at anytime. Extra nightly charge for more than 2 people including infants and children.
Signed Rental Agreement (R/A) required. We will email R/A it to you. Please print, sign, and return to email address on (R/A).
To keep everything clean, please no sleeping on couch's / sofa's. Additionally, please no food or drinks in beds.

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: Only registered guest allowed at the Cottage.
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Midpines

Located in Midpines, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Mariposa Museum and History Center and California State Mining and Mineral Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Merced River Recreation Area and Butterfly Creek Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Windows on the World Books and Art and El Portal Market. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Midpines, CA

What's nearby

  • Mariposa County Visitor Center - 11 min drive
  • Mariposa Museum and History Center - 11 min drive
  • Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail - 13 min drive
  • Yosemite Ziplines and Adventure Ranch - 14 min drive
  • Butterfly Creek Winery - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪1850 Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Happy Burger Diner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Miners Roadhouse 140 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Moonbow Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪June Bug Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Yosemite Country Cottage~Private~Quiet~Star Gazing~Non-smokers/Vapers~No animals pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Yosemite Country Cottage~Private~Quiet~Star Gazing~Non-smokers/Vapers~No animals?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Yosemite Country Cottage~Private~Quiet~Star Gazing~Non-smokers/Vapers~No animals?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Yosemite Country Cottage~Private~Quiet~Star Gazing~Non-smokers/Vapers~No animals located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Sierra National Forest, Merced River, and Merced River Recreation Area. Windows on the World Books and Art and Stanislaus National Forest are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yosemite
The place was in a great location to the park! Charles was awesome! His insider advice was appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 Star service
This property was immaculately clean and well taken care of. The owner is one of the most knowledgeable people I’ve come across with regard to the Yosemite area and all that it provides. We couldn’t have been happier with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect House
The house was perfect. It was immaculate and a great location to visit Yosemite. The owner was tremendously helpful with everything. He even gave me tips to help me plan our trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect homebase for Yosemite adventures
Loved our stay! Both the home and the owner are wonderful! You can't go wrong with this property!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Very clean cottage in the country, Charles was an excellent host and helped us plan our activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super recommended!
Around 30 min away from the park entrance, close to mariposa and super cozy place. Charles was super communicative and helpful since the beginning, and the place was perfect! We had only one situation that he was able to resolver with no problem. Thank you Charles for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, easy feeling
About 45 minute drive west of El Portal entrance of Yosemite.Charles was great-lots of good suggestions. Little three bedroom, two bath house was neat, clean, very well furnished. 7 miles to town of Mariposa.(stores, gas, restaurants, etc) Would do it again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage
True to listing. Very clean and comfortable. Beautiful grounds. A great place to recharge after visiting Yosemite. Exceptional host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal location and exceptional host
The cottage was a perfect place to recover from strenuous hikes. We cooked in for breakfast and dinner everyday. Fully stocked kitchen and outdoor gas grill was ideal for us. We highly recommend this host and his property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Clarence S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Nice Place
This is a nice place that is pretty convenient to Yosemite. Everything was good except we felt like there were so many rules, we did not make use of all that was at the home. I understand as we have rental property ourselves, but these were over the top. It is not like we were there all that much, so it really was alright.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Agnes D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Perfect for our requirements
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cabin
We enjoyed our stay, thank you Charles!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Everything
This is a super clean, super nice, super convenient property. About 20 miles to Yosemite. Very quiet and all that you can ask for...and more.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Refuge Near Yosemite
Extremely clean and well kept house in quiet location near Yosemite NP. Host was extra helpful with pointers to make our visit to Yosemite great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yosemite getaway
The house met our needs. Be prepared for the harrowing drive to the park.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet cottage with easy access to Yosemite
Spending days in Yosemite is easy when using this rental cottage as a starting point. Rooms are large and master bedroom bed is very comfortable (did not use second bedroom). Having two bathrooms is always a big plus for us. Level parking makes loading and unloading easy too. Very clean, private, and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine R., Scottsdale, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptionally Clean, Convenient location
We reserved the Yosemite Country cottage for a quick two-night weekend visit to Yosemite. Charles contacted me shortly after the reservation was confirmed with more information about the cottage and the area. As a former Yosemite Park employee, he is a wealth of knowledge about the area. The cottage is about an hour from the Valley floor through a beautiful waterfall dotted pass. We didn't mind the drive. Charles sent over directions and check in information prior to our arrival and everything went smoothly. Quick note - access to the cottage is up a steep driveway. Our rental Altima struggled a bit with the ascent, but we prevailed. The cottage is exceptionally clean and exactly as pictured. The beds were comfortable, and the kitchen is adequately stocked with pots, pans, etc. There were pods for the dishwasher and washing machine, and coolers for day use. We brought provisions with us, as Charles recommended, and are glad we did. There's not much nearby except deer. Which we saw our first evening, to our delight. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to be able to return to Yosemite sometime soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, excellent host, awesome experiences!
The property was perfect for our stay in Yosemite. Charles was a great host...helped us plan our trip to ensure we experienced the best of Yosemite. He was very communicative before and during our stay. The property was extremely clean, well-equipped and very comfortable. We would definitely stay at this property again! Charles and the cottage are gems!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

peter m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice house in the woods
A very nice and clean 3 bedroom that is 100% wheelchair accessible with a European style roll in shower/bathroom. We ate dinner all 3 nights at the house using the grill and the oven. We did a couple of laundry loads and had a good time. The TV is app driven so if you have netflix or another subscription service you are good to go - also the amount of time we actually spent at the home was pretty limited to the evenings as we were in the area to check out Yosemite. There is a binder on the coffee table with a lot of info about the area
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home!
The cottage was clean and comfortable for my family and I. We enjoyed our stay and would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M., King George, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience! Great location!
Close to Yosemite! If you need accessible accommodation this is it. This place is fully accessible and has an awesome master bath. The house is very nicely decorated. Kitchen is well equipped. Charles is a wealth of knowledge on the park and surrounding area and most other national parks as well. Can’t say enough good things about this place. When I come back this will be the first place I look to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Devin Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage
Our stay was great, the property was secure and VERY organized and tidy. Within 1 hr of Tunnel View, 1.5 hr of Yosemite Village, 2 hrs of Glacier Point, etc. We had everything we needed, though not the most conducive for early mornings or late nights in the park due to distance, but not the fault of the property or owner by any means, just an FYI not a lot of downtime if you're wanting to spend large chunks of time at the Park(s). Charles was accommodating to an early check-in and was present on-site upon our arrival. He is a phenomenal and knowledgeable resource on all things Yosemite and surrounding areas. I will say, just in our experience, he stayed around for over an hour after our arrival showing us things and telling us about other rules, etc. that were laid out in the binder/house instructions and messaged and called on more than one occasion within the first 2 hours. Again, very appreciative of his knowledge and insights, but after a day of travel we did not quite expect to interact as much as we did. Overall, this was a wonderful property and owner that, together, offer a great escape from the typical fast-paced world we are used to. This spot will always hold a special place to us as we got engaged (at Glacier Point) during this stay. Thanks again, Charles! PS - the driveway is steep and easy to miss
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable Accommodations
Host was great with communication and sharing tips for the area. The house was very clean and comfortable. It was equipped with everything you need. The driveway was quite steep though and we needed a bit of a run to get up the hill with our van. Nice quiet private spot with easy access to Yosemite park.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M., Seymour, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Yosemite stay!
This was the perfect location to make the most of our limited 2-day, 3-night opportunity to visit Yosemite and the cottage owner was most helpful in helping us maximize our time. The condo was super clean and had everything we needed. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage w easy access to yosemite!
This cottage was a wonderful home base for our short day trip to yosemite on the way to a work meeting in Sacramento. The property was clean, well organized, 3 bedrooms and a nice common area. Charles was a great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Charles

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Lived and worked in Yosemite/Midpines area for over 40 years. Love to share my knowledge about Yosemite so you can make the most out of you time here!

Why they chose this property

Great place to live while working in Yosemite National Park.

What makes this property unique

The best dark skies for incredible star gazing and Astrophotography!
Our trip planning guide "Place's to Go" provided to help you plan and make the most out of your vacation!
Private, quiet and secure location away from highway.

Languages:

English

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