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Cozy Mountain Retreat Near Yosemite – Stunning Views, BBQ, & Family-Friendly!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms173 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Mariposa, CA
  • Place, Ascent, the Spa at Tenaya Lodge
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Yosemite South Entrance
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, Wawona Visitor Center
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the area

Mariposa

Located in Mariposa, this vacation home is a 1-minute drive from Sierra National Forest and 6 minutes from Cold Spring. .This family-friendly vacation home is 16.4 mi (26.3 km) from Yosemite National Park and 8 mi (12.9 km) from Ahwahnee Hills Regional Park.

What's nearby

  • Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad - 39 min drive - 46.1 km
  • Ascent, the Spa at Tenaya Lodge - 42 min drive - 49.0 km
  • Yosemite South Entrance - 44 min drive - 53.7 km
  • Wawona Visitor Center - 53 min drive - 63.1 km
  • Mariposa Grove - 57 min drive - 59.1 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mariposa Coffee Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Jackalope's Bar and Grill - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Timberloft Pizzeria - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Narrow Gauge Inn - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Birdies Roadside - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy Mountain Retreat Near Yosemite – Stunning Views, BBQ, & Family-Friendly!

Escape to our spacious retreat in Ponderosa Basin, CA, a peaceful setting near Yosemite. Perfect for families, friends, and couples seeking relaxation and adventure in the Sierra Nevada.

Inside
Living Room: Cozy up with a game of pool, board games, or a good book.
Kitchen: Fully equipped for all your cooking needs.
Bedrooms:
Primary Suite: California King bed with attached bath
Second Bedroom: Queen bed
Third Bedroom: Two twin beds
Fireplaces: Two fireplaces add warmth and ambiance (bring your own firewood).

Outside
Enjoy breathtaking mountain views from the front porch.
Sip coffee on the patio furniture or egg-shaped swing.
Fire up the BBQ for an outdoor meal.
Spot deer roaming the peaceful surroundings.

Amenities
✔ Stocked coffee station with tea kettle and grinder
✔ Bathrooms with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and more
✔ Keyless entry for hassle-free check-in
✔ Ample parking for three cars plus garage access
✔ High-speed Wi-Fi and Smart TV
✔ Exterior security cameras for safety

Important Notes
✔ Pet-friendly: Up to two pets allowed (must be included in booking). Keep off furniture and linens and do not leave unattended.
✔ No smoking or vaping inside: Smoking is allowed outdoors with proper disposal. A $500 fine applies for violations.
✔ No unregistered guests: Strictly enforced. Unauthorized visitors or events may result in cancellation without refund.
✔ No fireworks: This is a high fire-risk area.
✔ Power outages: Rare but possible due to wildfire precautions. Firewood is provided for heating if needed.

Location
✔ 34 miles (50 minutes) to Yosemite’s South Entrance
✔ 10 miles to Mariposa for restaurants, shops, and attractions

A perfect base for hiking, exploring, or simply unwinding. Book your stay today.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,864 square feet

Policies

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators