The El Capitan View, Foresta
Location: Yosemite National Park, Yosemite Area, Gold Country & High Sierra, California, USA (Located in Foresta, a small subdivision inside Yosemite) View Map
Accommodations: Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
WE ARE BOOKED FOR MOST OF THE SUMMER!
Inside the Entrance Gates of Yosemite!
Only 7 miles from Yosemite Valley.
No entrance gate line waiting.
No hidden fee like National Park Reservations has.
> 6 Guests max including children
> 3 night minimum
This Yosemite vacation home is located in peaceful, quiet Foresta which is INSIDE of the Entrance Gates of Yosemite National Park. It is only seven miles from Yosemite Valley, with stunning views of Yosemite Valley and El Capitan. This is the closest private, rental home to the incomparable valley! Located at 4200 feet above sea level, Foresta has unsurpassed views of Yosemite Valley and the surrounding Sierra Nevada mountains.
EL CAPITAN VIEW is available for nightly rental. It is 1600 square feet and can accommodate no more than six guests. This two story home is so named after the stunning view of El Capitan from the home. It is also the closest private home to Yosemite Valley, only 7 miles! Enjoy the cool summer evening on the back deck as you watch the moon rise over El Capitan and the surrounding Yosemite mountains. You will not believe how quiet and peaceful it is in Foresta, Yosemite, no traffic noise just the sounds of birds. In the winter you can take a scenic 35 minute drive to Badger Pass through Yosemite Valley.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Cell phones such as Verizon and ATT work.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Not Suitable for Children
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Guided Fly Fishing, Guided Hikes, Guided Rock Climbing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Summer Rates: $300/night for 2, $25 per additional person (3 night minimum).
Winter rates start at $200
Summer Dates: April 1 through October 31.
Winter Rates: $200/night for 2, $25 per additional person (2 night minimum).
Winter Dates: November 1 Through March 31 (Holidays Excluded).
Add 11% County Tax.
3 night minimum sumer and holidays, 2 night winter
6 Guests max including children
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:


Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2000
Why the Owner Chose Yosemite National Park
We have lived in Yosemite since 1972 and love the area.
This vista is only 4 miles from our vacation home and you get outstanding views of Yosemite Valley, El Capitan and Half Dome as you drive into Yosemite Valley.
Property Photos
- The El Capitan View, Foresta - Yosemite National Park, California Cabin Rental
- The El Capitan View, INSIDE Yosemite National Park. - Yosemite National Park, California Cabin Rental
- The kitchen in the El Capitan View, INSIDE Yosemite National Park. - Yosemite National Park, California Cabin Rental
- Living Room of the El Capitan View, Foresta, Yosemite
- Master Bedroom, El Capitan View, Foresta, Yosemite
- Fall colors at the El Capitan View in Foresta, Yosemite
- El Capitan View, Foresta, Yosemite Lodging, view just 5 minutes from home!
- El Capitan View, Foresta, Yosemite Lodging, winter storm
- El Capitan View, Foresta, Yosemite Lodging, winter storm
- Historic barns in Foresta, a short hike from the home
- The Master Bathroom, El Capitan View, Foresta, Yosemite
- The Living Room of the El Capitan View, Foresta, Yosemite
- The upstairs bed room, El Capitan View, Foresta, Yosemite
- Upstairs bed room 2, El Capitan View, Foresta, Yosemite
- Foresta Meadow below the El Capitan View, Foresta, Yosemite
- MTN Bike riding on the road just below Foresta, Yosemite
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