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Yosemite area home w/ Private River Access, Awesome Pool - Perfect for Families

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Riverbend, Relax and Enjoy!
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14268.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ahwahnee, CA
  • River Creek Golf Course
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Bass lake Recreation Area
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

4 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Yosemite area home w/ Private River Access, Awesome Pool - Perfect for Families

Riverfront retreat with swimming pool, granite waterfall, spa, pool table, game room, ping-pong, views, fishing, golf, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, large stainless steel kitchen, 3 fireplaces, outdoor grill, fabulous views, pines, oaks, garden, Indian grinding stones, 5 acres to roam, outdoor living & dining, large great room, open dining room kitchen, minutes to Yosemite, minutes to Bass Lake, panning for gold, hawks, red-wing blackbirds, blue-heron, ducks, jays, swallows, etc. Enjoy the outdoors from inside or outside this one level, 3000 sq. ft. beautiful home, with 500+ feet or riverfront. The location is ideal. Along a river bend, with mountain views, graceful trees, spectacular waterfall swimming pool/spa and much, much more. The challenge with this property will be leaving it!

At the entryway, and around the property, are enormous granite rock outcroppings. The home has accents inside and out of granite stones, a redwood paneled master bath, oak mantels, all harvested from the property. The polished concrete floors keep the home cool in the hot summer, and help maintain the warmth in the cold winter months. The ceilings are beamed and finished in pine. Located minutes from Yosemite, Bass Lake, and Oakhurst. Outside living areas include outdoor dining table and comfy chairs, lounges around the pool, and Adirondack chairs at the river. Cook outside on the outdoor grill or cook up a storm in the stainless steel kitchen. Appliances include Viking induction stove, Thermador convection ovens, and more. Sit under the granite rock waterfall in the built-in pool ledge, or jump off a 3' rock into the pool. Of course, you could swim a lap or float in the pool as you soak in the sun. Dip your toes in the river & watch the red-tail hawks glide between trees.

Hang-out in your chair until sunset & watch a deer, rabbit or possibly raccoon come to the river. After you’ve hiked Yosemite park, return home & soak your muscles in the ground level round jetted spa next to the swimming pool. Stroll to the end of the property, walk on the golf course, & shag a couple of lost golf balls on your way. Play a round of golf, or enjoy a sandwich at the rustic clubhouse, which is also adorned in granite & pine decor. Head on back to the river, grab a volleyball & couple of friends & hit the ball around the sandy beach volleyball court. Feel the cool sand between your toes. Maybe perch yourself on a granite rock & reflect on when Miwok Indians used the grinding stones to make meal, or give it a try yourself. Set up the croquet set & play a round with your mates. The river is more like a creek in August & September, so there is a lot more sandy area to explore.

Some say there’s gold in that river. So, try your luck at panning for some gold right out your door. Maybe a nice nugget for your jewelry box, or a couple flakes as a memento of your trip. Of course, we are not making any promises and do be careful of all the fools gold in the river! If the season's right, pick some fruit out of the trees, or berries. Cut a sprig of rosemary, an iris, rose, lavender, or wild-flower or two for the bud vase in the bathroom or kitchen. Before you head home, or on to your next destination, give the laundry room a work out and pack your bags with clean clothes. Of course, if you want to extend that vacation feeling, there is a local cleaner close by. If you have been able to resist the tire swing, take a spin or two before you leave. Maybe your last night could be spent sleeping in the hammock in the trees. Sign the guest book, and we’ll keep a light on for your next visit.
*** PLEASE NOTE: RATE SHOWN ABOVE ON THE RIGHT IS FOR UP TO 6 GUESTS. THERE IS AN ADDITIONAL GUEST FEE AFTER 6 PEOPLE. ONCE YOU FILL IN THE NUMBER OF GUESTS YOUR QUOTE SHOWS THE ACTUAL PRICE . HOT TUB HEATING IS COMPLIMENTARY SUBJECTED TO CONDITIONS***

Property manager

Giri Padmanabh

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Required: that there are more adults than children
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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
We require a photo ID/passport and signed rental agreement before check in.
$50.00 per guest per night fee if more than 6 guests are staying at the property.

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 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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Oakhurst

Located in Oakhurst, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. River Creek Golf Course and Children's Museum of the Sierra are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bass lake Recreation Area and Wassama Round House State Historic Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad and California State Mining and Mineral Museum. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Ahwahnee, CA

What's nearby

  • River Creek Golf Course - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Golden Chain Theater - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Bass lake Recreation Area - 21 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad - 26 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Ascent, the Spa at Tenaya Lodge - 30 min drive - 30.6 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Plazuelas - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Round Table Pizza - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Yosemite area home w/ Private River Access, Awesome Pool - Perfect for Families have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Yosemite area home w/ Private River Access, Awesome Pool - Perfect for Families pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Yosemite area home w/ Private River Access, Awesome Pool - Perfect for Families?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Yosemite area home w/ Private River Access, Awesome Pool - Perfect for Families?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Yosemite area home w/ Private River Access, Awesome Pool - Perfect for Families located?

This family-friendly Oakhurst holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of River Creek Golf Course, Wassama Round House State Historic Park and Ahwahnee Hills Regional Park. Children's Museum of the Sierra and Fresno Flats Historical Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 112 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shane W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice location and space

Great location for our daily outings - the ranch home had plenty of space for our group, and we enjoyed the pool as well. Unfortunately the hot tub was down for maintenance but we enjoyed the outside deck area for dinners. The house could use some maintenance care - loose faucets, some lighting out, random TV remotes/soundbar not working and so on, but overall great stay for our friend reunion.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Absolutely beautiful!!

The property was amazing! Tons of space, very private and a view to die for A few maintenance and amenity issues but nothing that can’t be fixed. Hot tub wasn’t working but it got fixed by the second day. No propane for the bbq so we couldn’t use that. All the bathroom sinks were slow draining. The kitchen utensils are lacking if you plan do cook a bunch.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

michele C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Tuny D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A Diamond in the Rough

This older home was certainly roomy enough for our family of 6 adults & four kids. We drove to Yosemite one day & spent the rest of the time on the property. The river was still running & the kids enjoyed playing in it. The pool was a hit. Both the pool & the hot tub were well maintained. One caveat: the pool is not fenced in. We were not comfortable leaving the children outside unsupervised. The pictures with the listing should be updated. Some of the outdoor furniture seen in the pictures is gone. The volley ball area is in disrepair. The dining rooms chairs & a living room couch are now covered with slipcovers. A double oven shown is missing the top oven & a toaster oven sits in the space where the oven was. An opaque light panel in the kitchen was replaced by a clear one, exposing the inside of the light fixture. The deck railings look fine but are unstable & need to be repaired or replaced. Supposedly the appliances were replaced in 2021. But during our stay, the top rack in the dishwasher did not work at all. The kitchen sink faucet wasn’t properly attached. In the master bath, 1 sink stopper didn’t work & we had to prop it open with a straw. Steve, the onsite manager was attentive but unable to fix these issues during our stay. Considering the condition of the house, we thought the rental price was reasonable. With greater investment, Riverbend could go from a good place to stay to a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Michael D.

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

Great location and area, overshadowed by poor service

This property is spacious with good facilities and in a lovely area. We stayed for a week with a larger family group. Unfortunately there were a series of issues concerning repairs and lack of utilities which were not responded to by the host (including leaking sink drainage, inadequate air con and lack of property maintenance). On check out day there was scheduled maintenance to electrical lines that we were not made aware of and so had no electricity, warming food in fridges, no lighting and no running water for toilets or showers, just as we were due to check out. There has been no further contact from either the host or from VRBO concerning our complaint. Despite the nice location and scenery, this trip was unfortunately overshadowed by very poor service.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marina G.

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

A little something for everyone

Our family had a great time at this property. There were activities for all: swimming in the pool, floating in the river, or hanging out in the nicely air conditioned house to play games.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Perfect place to relax with family!

Beautiful and quiet home that was perfect for family to be together. The pool was wonderful for the hot days, and there was plenty of shade down at the river to enjoy that area as well. It’s a short 35 min drive to Yosemite south entrance, and only 10 mins to Oakhurst. Overall, already ready and wanting to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Something for everyone.

We had 6 adults and 6 kids. The layout of the house was perfect. With the pool and the river in the back there was no need to leave the property. The kids stayed outside and busy the entire 4 days we were there. We brought in our own groceries and were able to cook all our meals. I highly recommend this property for anyone with a group with many ages.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Amazing property for families with active kids

This property is very beautiful, spacious & unique, and we had an amazing stay. We were a group of 12 with 6 teens, and we had a plenty of space inside and especially outside! The property is amazing and the area beautiful. There is access to great mountain bike trails outside of Oakhurst. There were so many activities at the house (pool, ping pong, bocce ball, badminton, the river, tree swings, the fantastic big pool, games, etc) We were outside most of the time, but were very comfortable and occupied when inside too! Communication was great with owner and manager.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

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

Awesome River house

Sooooooo much fun. Beautiful views, gentle river access, and lovely pool. Wi-Fi is understandably slow. Well supplied for cooking. Long ride to Yosemite valley, beautiful grassy yard, and a abundance of swings.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eddie L.

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

Great family trip

Had a great stay at the property. We were a group of 14 with age range from my 1 year old to mother in law of 70. Management and owners are very responsive. The house is older but everything worked well and appliances looked newer. For what we needed and wanted to pay, we were very happy with it. We did see a volleyball court in the pictures and we were excited about that because most of us play volleyball but looks like the heavy rain washed out most of it so we were not able to use it. It was not in the description of the property, just saw it in the picture and got excited about it. Enjoying the backyard was the best part.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie T.

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

Family fun

My family and I had a wonderful time at the property. We took walks around the river. The kids swam in the pool every day and we enjoyed the hot tub at night. We played several friendly game's of pool and my son and husband did a little gold panning. The house was in good shape and had everything we needed. We cooked dinner every night and used the BBQ. We had a wonderful time and the view from the home is beautiful. We enjoyed the sounds of the river and all the friendly birds when we had breakfast outside in the mornings. The owner was very helpful and quick to respond. Check in and out was easy. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie D.

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

Very nice property but dirty.

The dishwasher was broken and someone had put away the dishes in the cupboards with food caked on them. We paid $350 for cleaning so I assumed the house would be clean. It looked like the floors had been cleaned in the middle. There were dust piles behind and under the furniture.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Memory Maker

We loved this house so much and are so sad to leave. It’s a magical place with the beauty of the mountains and creeek behind the house. The pool and hot tub are amazing. We loved all the games that we could play as well as the Belgium waffle maker. We can’t thank you again for your hospitality and hope to go back. It felt like an old school summer trip
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy O.

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

Perfect family getaway!

This home and its surroundings is just amazing. Our family spent equal times at the river and the pool as well as relaxing and exploring the area (Bass Lake, Sugar Pine Railroad, and Yosemite). Can't wait to come again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana C., Northridge, CA

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

Fantastic experience for all!

The location of this property is phenomenal. It was perfect for our family spring break and first experience in the area. Thank you so much, everyone had a blast!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor I.

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

Family Friendly

Beautiful home and property! Very family friendly home, with excellent floor plan to accommodate a large group. Well stocked kitchen, lots of games and books available for guest use. Two things that should be added are a vacuum cleaner for guests to vacuum area rugs, and a rake to rake leaves off bocce ball court. Our family had a wonderful time!! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jose M., Los Angeles

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

Perfect and Secluded Riverfront Cabin

An absolute beautiful riverfront cabin. The whole family and I absolutely enjoyed the quietness and especially the nature of this location. It was awesome to have the golf course nearby and local restaurants such as the Southgate brewery to enjoy good food. This house had five spacious bedrooms for all of our guest. It had Wi-Fi and cable TV for streaming a good movie at night. Lastly, the pool and Jacuzzi made this location even more magical, deafly will be returning back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Great family getaway!

Riverbend is a great place for a family get away. We spent most of our time outside during the day and came inside to prep dinner and gather around the large dining table. Outside we had great fun in the pool. We didn’t bother with heating the pool, so it was great on the 95+ degree days! Bocce ball is always fun, especially if you play while there is still some shade on the bocce court. We brought our own croquet set, so it was a fun course on the grass in the backyard since there is a slight incline to challenge the players. The pool table saw action at night after dinner and the game room plus two of the bedrooms can be closed off with a pocket door if others in the three other rooms are sleeping. There are bat houses in the trees at the end of the house opposite the pool. Go out there at sunset and wait a few minutes and you’ll see the bats swoop out of the bat house on the nightly bug hunt. Unfortunately, the second oven had died before our visit, so we made due with the one oven. Two ovens would have been great for our pizza night, but we made due. Our pizza stones fit the oven just fine. We look forward to coming back maybe in the winter or spring. You’ll love this quiet, relaxing retreat.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tal L., Bene atarot

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

Paradise

Riverbend is awesome. The location is so beautiful you don't really have to drive out. The house is more than fully equipped with real good appliances plus great games and sports equipment
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katrina M.

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

Perfect for family gatherings

It was just the four of us but there were so many places on the property to hang out separately or together. Very comfortable, clean,would definitely stay here again. Ran into the caretaker at the end of our stay, nice guy. Property owners are very considerate. Even in late July there was water in the river, on the property. We spent a whole afternoon hanging out in the river feeding the fish. The pool was the perfect temperature. We loved taking naps in the hammock, chilling out in the multiple seating areas in back and swinging on the heavy duty swings. Love this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

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

Yosemite and Bass Lake

The property was the perfect size for our multi- generational family stay with plenty of room inside and out. We enjoyed the pool, spa, swings, fishing, eating and just sitting and visiting outside. The air conditioning worked well and was welcome with the high heat and the need to stay inside one day because of poor air quality. There was a pool table that got good use that day. The view out back is gorgeous and the area was quiet and felt secluded. Golf was within a few minutes on a beautiful course. Shopping in Oakhurst was convenient. We also enjoyed two days in Yosemite and another two at Bass Lake. Overall, our stay was relaxing and fun.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette M.

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

Amazing home

My family had the best time being together in the beautiful pool home. We had so much fun swimming, exploring and just being together! Thank you for sharing your home with us. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Justin W., Carlsbad CA

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

Wonderful spot, everything you need

What a beautiful and fun place to bring the whole family. River, pool, mountains, other outdoor activities, pool and ping pong tables, and great gathering places abound @ Riverbend! Great proximity to Yosemite and other areas like Bass Lake and some of the Sequoia groves. Enjoyed every minute of it and hope to go back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L.

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

Beautiful Property with a great location

Our family of 12 gathered at Riverbend to celebrate the 4th of July. The home was very spacious and the pool was amazing. We spent most of the time outdoors grilling and in the pool. This house truly has everything you need to disappear into nature for a few days. Communication with the host was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Giri Padmanabh

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Sujaya and I are bay area technologists who love nature, hiking, driving in the woods and travel around the world. We have 2 wonderful kids who want to work hard and enjoy life. They love seasonal school sports and music. As an Alumni of Carnegie Mellon, I appreciate how the technology is helping people, but strongly believe that nature helps you relax and connect with yourself better.

Why they chose this property

Ever since I first saw Yosemite in the fall of 1997, I fell in love with it. As a family we have been visiting Yosemite multiple times a year and never get bored of it. Thus it became natural for us to get a vacation property in the favorite place on earth. We wanted a riverfront old world charm with modern amenities and close proximity to Yosemite.
We found the perfect place and did not have to think much before diving right into it. We are so lucky to have this house!

What makes this property unique

Great for family reunions, and gatherings. Ever changing river and private beach is great place for kids and adults. Amazing views from in the backyard.

Things you can do at the property.
1. Enjoy the River ( huge attraction for kids...)
2. Relax by the pool and enjoy swim under waterfall
3. Birdwatch right in the backyard with a cup of coffee in the morning
4. Take a stroll by the river, collect rocks, play with kids
5. Relax in one of the hammocks
6. Play games , volleyball, ping pong, bocce ball, Pool etc
7. Sleep under the stars
8. Walk around the property and enjoy the tire swing and feel young again
9. Hike along the River and come back and relax in the hottub
10. Cook, enjoy a drink with family and friends
11. Take lots of pictures. These memories will last for ever!

Languages:

English