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Amenities
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Location
Host

9.4

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7111 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Groveland, CA

Pine Mountain Lake Golf Course3 min drive
Pine Mountain Lake6 min drive
Pine Mountain Lake Marina6 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thank you so much, we enjoyed staying at your cabin at Pine Mountain Lake. Everything was nice and clean and the beds we...

Barbie M.

Mar 1, 2024

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Lovely Chalet near Yosemite in Pine Mountain Lake gated resort-style community

Best offer for a neat house you won't regret renting! This level lot, one-story house is in a safe gated Pine Mountain Lake community, which has it all: 2 mile lake with 3 swimming beaches, an airport, a golf course, tennis courts, swimming pool, & much more! It is just 2.5 hours drive from San Francisco. 30 min from the North Gate to Yosemite. You get stocked kitchen, one bedroom with a king bed, another with a queen bed, and the 3rd with two twin beds. Linens, towels and kitchen are awaiting!

Details regarding the chalet:
Cozy lovely house in quiet are with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Guests are provided with towels, linens, comforters, kitchenware, etc. You will find beds with mattresses of different firmness from firm to soft and good pillows. The kitchen is spacious and aside from typically expected, is equipped with toaster, and Keurig coffee machine. Living room has a wood burning fireplace. Powerful central AC/air heater and tankless water heater make your stay reliably pleasant :) There is a 48" TV with HDMI inputs and a DVD/BlueRay player into which you can plug a USB drive with common movie file formats like .mkv or .avi. One of the bedrooms has another TV with . You are welcome to bring your laptop or other source of video/movies. There's are basic TV channels. Patio table with 4 chairs, and hammocks are awaiting you on the rear deck. You are welcome to use propane grill. The front deck has a coffee table with two chairs. Backyard has additional rest/play area with chairs and benches.

Things to do:
Our chalet is in a gated community with a golf course, seasonal heated swimming pool (May-October), the lake's three swimming beaches that get really warm to swim in summer, hiking trails near by, tennis courts, and much more. I can advise on many possible day activities and places to go at different times of the year. Yosemite Park entrance is just 25 miles away, but there are many other attractions in the vicinity. Historical Gold Rush towns, multiple caves, Tuolumne river canyon, mountain lakes, white water rafting are just the first things that come to my mind. Wintertime, you can snowshoe and cross country ski at Yosemite. Downhill skiing/snowboarding is possible with a little over an hour drive to either Dodge Ridge or Yosemite's Badger Pass ski resorts. For the little ones there are FREE "adventures" near by, like a 5min drive to airport to see airplanes take off and land, horse stables to touch a horse's nose, 3min drive to playground with a slide, swings, and sandbox, or feeding trout at Moccasin Creek Hatchery (think of it as your free aquarium, just 15min drive away :) Kids 5 and under ride free in Railtown 1897 steam train found in Jamestown, a 25 min drive away from our home. During summer youngsters enjoy around-the-lake water taxi rides. Seeing Milky Way behind countless stars on a moonless night is captivating. There's plenty to see and do for folks of all ages no matter the season!

On guest communication:
We value your privacy. We are available to help you with advise via SMS, and will do best to arrange friends at Groveland lending you a hand, or help you in person if need be. Please inform us if you need any assistance or if something is not working (For example: BBQ gas tank become empty, or a light bulb needs replacement, etc.)

Our neighbors are very quiet, and so are deer, wild turkeys and other animals that like to pass by.

IMPORTANT: The house is in a gated community which you can only enter though Pine Mountain Drive gated entrance with the address: 19228 Pine Mountain Dr, Groveland, CA 95321. We will provide directions on how to get from there to our house- ignoring those you will get you lost. Please follow those directions, they are just 3 turns!
The closest place to buy groceries is Mar-Val Food store in Groveland.
Please drive gently on our gravel covered parking lot.

Minimal wheelchair accommodations available:
Our one level house is accessible to those in wheelchairs- provided you have ramps to scale 3 steps, and a rolling 22" wide commode chair for doorway clearance.

House Rules
-No smoking
-Not suitable for pets
-No parties or events
-Check-in is after 4PM
- $46 one-time parking fee per car required at entrance gate (good for up to 7 days, paid by cash or credit card).
- Current severe drought conditions necessitate ALL fire safety precautions.
- Relax and enjoy your stay!

Property manager

Michael

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

3-car parking. Our remodeled house is on the edge of private community.

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

$46 7-day parking permit fee (cash or credit card), per car, is collected at the entrance gate of our gated community. (motorcycle fee is $20).

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 first aid kit

About the area

Groveland

This chalet is located in Groveland. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pine Mountain Lake and Stanislaus National Forest, while Northern Mariposa County History Center and Sierra Repertory Theater are cultural highlights. Twain Harte Miniature Golf and Mother Lode Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Groveland, CA

What's nearby

Pine Mountain Lake Golf Course - 3 min drive
Groveland Wayside Park - 5 min drive
Pine Mountain Lake - 6 min drive
Pine Mountain Lake Marina - 6 min drive
Black Oak Casino - 47 min drive

Getting around

Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pine Mountain Lake Country Clb - ‬8 min drive
‪Pizza Factory - ‬11 min drive
‪Cocina Michoacana - ‬10 min drive
‪The Historical Iron Door Saloon - ‬10 min drive
‪Two Guys Pizza Pies - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely Chalet near Yosemite in Pine Mountain Lake gated resort-style community pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lovely Chalet near Yosemite in Pine Mountain Lake gated resort-style community ?

As of 29 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lovely Chalet near Yosemite in Pine Mountain Lake gated resort-style community on 30 June 2024 start from AU$470.18, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Lovely Chalet near Yosemite in Pine Mountain Lake gated resort-style community ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Chalet near Yosemite in Pine Mountain Lake gated resort-style community ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely Chalet near Yosemite in Pine Mountain Lake gated resort-style community located?

Situated in Groveland, this chalet is within 3 miles (5 km) of Pine Mountain Lake Golf Course, Stanislaus National Forest and Pine Mountain Lake. Groveland Wayside Park and Pine Mountain Lake Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

26 June 2024

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

Quick trip

My mom had never been to California and, well, you might say time is getting short. She had a couple of requests: She wanted to be comfortable, she wanted to be safe, and she wanted to see Yosemite and big trees. Four of us stayed in this house - Me, my wife, my mom, my wife's brother. We were comfortable and safe, we had a very pleasant and relaxing time at the house, and we were well positioned for visiting Yosemite. My conversations with the owner were clear and straightforward. He was accurate in everything he told us and we would love to have stayed longer. And we'd happily go back.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette G.

26 June 2024

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

Used before and after river rafting

Nice 3 BR

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

18 June 2024

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

Nice stay!

We enjoyed our stay; the house was clean and comfortable. Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbie M.

1 Mar 2024

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

Very nice property

Thank you so much, we enjoyed staying at your cabin at Pine Mountain Lake. Everything was nice and clean and the beds were very comfortable. Check in and out was easy and convenient. Would recommend this to anyone. We would have liked to use the barbecue on the back deck, but the weather did not cooperate.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

20 Sept 2023

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

Great little Chalet

Restful and peaceful stay. Well stocked amenities, quiet location. We stayed 7 nights while touring surrounding area. Everything worked well in this lovely home. I would recommend you stay here.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Neil I.

12 Aug 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

$1.29 would solve the problem

We spent a full day in the mountains then find no wash clothes in the house. Owner reply was he did not advertise wash cloths only towels! Ants in the kitchen and bathroom …so the ant traps on the kitchen counter are not working . I asked the neighbors about cable tv… they all have it ..so this owner chooses to use an antenna..so reception is very poor. I have stayed in over 30 vrbo in 14 states and this is my first poor review.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

24 June 2023

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

Ken

Community should have all access for guest and community gates take long

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S., Discovery Bay, CA

20 May 2023

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

Quiet Retreat

The host was very responsive to my questions and requests. Our stay was less than 24 hours so we were unable to enjoy the backyard deck and grill. I’d love to come back for a longer time at this mountain location.

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yusen Y.

28 Mar 2023

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

Great stay!

Nice town, great host, amazing house!

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

28 Jan 2023

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

Restful Retreat

My friends and I stayed in Groveland for a relaxing retreat and had a great time. Lots of fun things to do in the area and beautiful views. Hosts were great at communication and extremely helpful.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Kerry C.

26 Nov 2022

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

Comfortable property

Enjoyed our visit. Problem with water heater but owner is addressing it.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Jon V.

7 Nov 2022

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

Pleasant home in gated community

The house is very pleasant in a nice, safe neighborhood. It's a bit of a shame that the community charges a $42 fee for the entrance pass just so that you can get to the house. That feels awfully high, if like us, you aren't using any of the community's services or attractions. Still, the fee was disclosed before we selected this home and so we just considered it part of the cost of staying here. The house was well-equipped, clean, and comfortable. The only drawback was that the hot water heater was working intermittently, a problem which previous reviewers have also mentioned. We always managed to get it going again but it was annoying. The owner is aware of the problem and is fixing it. So if you are considering staying here, there's a good chance this will not be a problem for you. Overall we enjoyed our stay here and would recommend it to others.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Olena D.

2 Nov 2022

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

Cute chalet

The chalet was nice and cozy. Clean, comfortable beds, a well-functioning fireplace, and a fully stocked kitchen. The gated community was peaceful and beautiful. The only downside to this place was the problem with hot water in the bathrooms - we lost it on the last day of our stay and were not able to fix it following the instructions in the Welcome book. I hope next time this issue will be fixed and I can give the chalet five stars instead of four.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Lindsay W.

24 Oct 2022

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

Cute house and very clean

Very cute clean house! Reaching out to owner about hot water situation.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Anne H.

23 Oct 2022

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

Home close to Western Yosemite Entrance

We chose this home so we had access to Yosemite NP. Takes about 30 minutes to get to the Big Oak Flat entrance, then another 30 to the Valley Floor. It had room for 6 easily and all you would need to stay in a home. I loved being able to do laundry after hiking all day. We basically just slept at the home. Be aware that there is a one time entrance fee from the neighborhood the first time you arrive. It was $42 in October of 2022. We paid in cash, but there could be other ways to pay. We were warned not to use much of the internet or else there would be an extra charge so we never connected to it. Be prepared for that. The neighborhood is high up a hill and we saw deer each day. Other animals must be near by since we had to tie down the garbage. I would return again if I needed to be in this area again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Irvina P., Yukon

28 Sept 2022

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

Needed more time

Wi-Fi/phone service turned out to be a little bit of a challenge for us. We understood the situation, but the other couple had a death in the family and they tried to watch a little bit of the service live, but none of us could get enough service. We knew it would be a stretch based on the information that was supplied. It was simply a matter of bad timing on our 21-day journey. We also wish we had scheduled a 2nd day there to have enjoyed the amenities.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ciska V., Nederland

27 Aug 2022

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

Hertjes..

Heerlijke bedden. Goed gevulde keuken, eindelijk een huis met genoeg fatsoenlijke pannen bestek borden en glazen zodat je ook echt wat kunt koken. We hadden wat problemen met het warme water maar daar werd snel op gereageerd.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen J F.

17 June 2022

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

Clean, Comfortable and well stocked.

Home is comfortable and better stocked than most VRBO I have stayed at. There was plenty of DVD's to choose from so did not miss streaming on the WiFi. Owner gave good instructions to house, which I printed and followed diligently. Unfortunately, I did not supply the vehicles in my group, which was asked for in advance via email from owner, so had a hiccup checking in So be sure and give that in advance for a smooth check in.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rima A.

16 June 2022

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

Beautiful house in beautiful location

This is a perfect place to stay for those wanting to visit Yosemite or other places. Plenty of room, so nicely furnished, everything you need. It is in a gated community that is nestled in the mountains. Two minutes away is the quaint town of Groveland. Hosts are responsive and so helpful. The welcome book has everything you need to know. We'd definitely stay here again. Thanks!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Ngoc L.

3 June 2022

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

Good for one night

The location is not to far from Yosemite, has stores and restaurants within 10 minutes drives. Quite neighborhood.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Felicia R.

27 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Yosemite getaway

This home is situated in a lovely gated community with a pool, private lake and golf course- course was great. The home is very nice, clean, with the modern appliances provided. However, there was no bath soap to be found anywhere! The post itself is deceptive. There are hidden rules and fees that were not described in the context nor included in the price. Once we booked, I received an email about the wi-fi and downloading restrictions (3gb/day) or fees would be added to the cost. In my opinion, these things should be accounted for in the cost of the rental. When I received the check in instructions just a day or 2 prior to check in, I was told there was a $30 parking fee, which was raised to $42 in the subsequent email from the owner and what had to be paid at the gate. Again, better to just include these fees in the cost of the rental to avoid surprise charges. The night (9:30pm) before check in, I received an email to confirm who would be driving and names on licenses. If we were already in the area, we could’ve been without phone service and not been able to provide this info. This task should have been taken care of with all others to avoid last minute hiccups. Luckily I saw it and responded . When we arrived, I wanted to make use of the pool, which I learned from the cleaner does not open until 5/27. There was no map of the community or amenities we had access to, despite claims in the ad. However, when I contacted Mike about early entry to put food inside, he responded quickly and positively. We used the lake in the evening when there were few people around, so I cannot provide an accurate experience on peak times. It is small and the swimming space is limited. This was a great spot to get to Yosemite the next day. However, due to the hidden fees and lack of upfront communication, I would not stay there again.

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ido L.

24 May 2022

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

Clean, comfortable, and quite

We stayed the night in our way to some whitewater rafting and enjoyed every minute.

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Sherry R.

15 May 2022

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication

Loved the deer in the neighborhood

We booked this to visit Yosemite. It's approximately 1 hour from rental to the Valley. The pics of the house are representative and it appears some updates have been made to the house. The outside needs some TLC, but the inside was clean. The W/D works well, but the closet doors are awkward to use them and lint is built up under them. Our main issue was the air conditioning did not cool well and ants in the kitchen. There appears to be a pet stain on rug in living room and had a slight odor. I messaged owner, but did not get a response. The house had an ant issue in the kitchen. We found ant traps there and put them out to help. We realize this can happen, but we had to watch carefully to make sure they didn't get in our food. Overall, the stay was okay, beds were comfortable and most of the necessities needed are in the house. Also, an extra fee is charged at the gate to enter the neighborhood. I believe it was $42.00. This is the neighborhood fee not owner's fee.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Diane

14 May 2022

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Plenty of room. Quiet and safe neighborhood.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Mae Ann

7 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

I like the theme of the property, the bed in the master bedroom was disturbing, every time you moved there's a sound. The bathroom and kitchen not yet upgraded. I like the fact that they have some species and other kitchen stuff to used.. I will still recommend the place..

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Michael

My qualities are easy to remember as they all start with "R":
Reliable, Reasonable, Responsible, Responsive, and Respectful. My wife says I am Romantic (but that is a whole other story :)

Why they chose this property

Most of the properties in our area are located at a steep slope, which means that parking might involve scraping your car's bumpers, or that driveway is too steep. Also houses built on a slope usually are multi-story and have dangerous stairs. Our house is one level. There is plenty of parking by our house and you don't ever have to drive in reverse. Some houses don't have AC, our house got central cooling system!

What makes this property unique

We have a wood burning fireplace. There is front and rear deck. Central heating and cooling system. Our water heaters are such that you never run out of hot water as opposed to other houses where only one person can take hot shower at each given hour as most tank water heaters are weak.

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