The Outdoor Living Room provides a peaceful place to renew your spirit
Location: Mariposa, Yosemite Area, Gold Country & High Sierra, California, USA (25 miles from Yosemite National Park boundary!)
Accommodations: Home, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Whether you are looking for a peaceful mountain getaway or trying to find lodging for your group near Yosemite National Park, Sunset Roost is the perfect choice! The Sunset Roost offers quiet solitude in a beautiful foothill setting.
The Sunset Roost is a three bedroom, two-bath manufactured home that has been fully renovated inside and out. It is tastefully decorated throughout. Sunset Roost is designed for adults as a non-smoking property. Artwork from local artists adorns every room and spills into the Outdoor Living Room and gardens. And the sunset view is what you will always remember!
An open floor plan invites interaction throughout the living area. The large peninsula counter separates the kitchen from the dining area and provides plenty of prep space for creating meals or picnic lunches to take into Yosemite. It’s also a great place for breakfast before you head out for the day. This opens into the living room, which truly is a room with a view! A leather sofa and love seat face one another and look out over the deck towards the Merced River Canyon. The futon day-bed is the perfect place to lounge and enjoy the view (it is also a double bed).
Each of the three bedrooms has a character of its own. The master bedroom is outfitted with a king sized pillowtop bed with a down comforter. Artwork in the master bedroom and bath is relationship inspired; perfect for romantic evenings. There is a large bathtub and separate shower in the master bath, as well as double sinks.
The second and third bedrooms are located on the opposite end of the house adjacent to the second bathroom. Both have queen size beds with down comforters. The Wildflower Room has a tall sleigh bed and colorful photography from the surrounding foothills and high country. The Half Dome Room has a low platform bed to allow full view from its second (west facing) window. Local art depicting Yosemite’s most recognizable icon adorns the walls.
Enter the Outdoor Living Room through either of the glass doors onto the deck. Defined mostly by the 800 square foot redwood deck and hot tub, you will find yourself spending considerable quality time out here. Outdoor meals are wonderful with the evening breeze and unobstructed sunset views. The main table seats six and a small bistro table seats two more. Cook outside on the propane BBQ while you relax on a pair of chaise lounges.
It is a bit hard to say where the Outdoor Living Room ends and the yard begins. A lush green lawn invites you to spend your afternoon in the shade of the pines relaxing in the hammock. The gardens are filled with flowers, herbs, and native plants which keep the birds, bees and butterflies happy. There are walking trails on-site that wander down the “tunnel trail” through manzanita, oak, and pine forests before looping back around through oak savanna and up to the top—the Roost. Wildlife is abundant at The Roost. You may see deer, birds, fox, turkey, peacocks, squirrels, raccoons, and bats.
The Sunset Roost offers all the comforts of home. Whether your idea of vacationing involves cooking gourmet meals or take-n-bake pizza, the full amenity kitchen has everything you will need. The home theater system includes a high quality Onkyo 5.1 Dolby Digital surround sound receiver, DVD player, CD player, and satellite TV. Wireless DSL is provided for those who can’t go without their laptop. Of course there are plenty of pillows and blankets to keep you comfortable, and the large washer and dryer will keep your clothes clean if you’re on an extended holiday.
The Sunset Roost is conveniently located in the community of Midpines, California along the Highway 140 corridor. It is a 25-mile drive to the Yosemite National Park boundary along the “all weather highway” which follows the Wild and Scenic Merced River (37 miles to Yosemite Village). Heading the other direction, you will find the gold rush town of Mariposa 10 miles to the West. Merced is 45 miles, and the Fresno airport is a 90-minute drive. The Merced River Recreation Area (Briceburg) is less than 7 miles away.
There is plenty to do in the area. Most visitors will go into Yosemite, but some, who seek solitude, will be quite satisfied to avoid the crowds. The historic town of Mariposa offers shops, restaurants, a film cinema, groceries, gas and supplies. Outdoor recreation abounds! Whitewater Rafting and kayaking are excellent in the spring. Birding, hiking, fishing, swimming, sunbathing, mountain biking, and gold panning are popular along the Merced River and in The Park. Yosemite is a Mecca for rock climbers from around the world! There is something for everyone to do while staying at the Sunset Roost, even if you never leave the property—remember that hammock and the Outdoor Living Room?
We, the owners of the Sunset Roost, have lived here since 2000 and have explored much of the region. We can help you plan your visit and will even clue you in to our secret spots and favorite hikes (if you promise to respect the land and leave no trace). We also offer organic food delivery if you order in advance.
So come on up to the Sunset Roost for your next vacation and let us help you make the most of your visit!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer: Extra Large Clothes Washer located in laundry room within unit
- Dryer: Extra Large Clothes Dryer located in laundry room within unit
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking: Plenty of parking on-site. Located nearly half a mile down private drive with cul-de-sac turn-around.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Small RV/Trailers Only (narrow driveway, 40 foot turn-around) AC power available. NO SEWER HOOKUPS
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed: Ultra comfy futon day-bed in living room. Tons of pillows.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Private Hot Tub: Deluxe Hot Tub in the Outdoor Living Room. What a view!
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Outdoor Living Room features private hot tub, dining table, chaise lounges, chairs, bistro table, gas BBQ, and hammock. Fully equipped laundry room. Kitchen has plenty of dishes and bakeware for gourmet elaborate meals. Stereo system is high quality with Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound. Leather furniture throughout. Organic food delivery available.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Primary Renter Must be 25 Years Old
- Smoking Not Allowed: This is a Non-Smoking Property
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Base Rate Peak (4 person) $210/night - 3 night minimum (holidays longer min. stay)
Base Rate Off Peak $190/night - 2 night min (holidays longer min stay)
additional guests $20 (8 person maximum)
$250 dollar deposit to hold reservation
Weekly Rate Peak $1260 (7 nights for the price of 6)
Plus 10% Transient Occuancy tax and 1% Tourism Assesment Fee
$90 one-time cleaning fee
Peak Season April-October
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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- The Outdoor Living Room provides a peaceful place to renew your spirit - Mariposa, California Vacation Rental
- The Roost offers simple moments for quiet reflection - Mariposa, California Vacation Rental
- First thing in the morning or after hiking in Yosemite, soak in the hot tub - Mariposa, California Vacation Rental
- Shade or afternoon sun...the hammock is the perfect spot to surrender.
- Follow the slate walkway through the arbor to your private paradise...
- Relax in serene outdoor garden setting of the Roost
- The spacious living room allows comfort for vacationing with friends and family
- Enjoy creating a meal together in the open kitchen area
- The dining area provides plenty of room for 8 to enjoy a meal together
- Master Bedroom with KING sized bed has beautiful views of the surrounding trees
- The Wildflower bedroom's queen sized sleigh bed provides a restful night's sleep
- The Half Dome bedroom has a bird's eye view of the Roost's natural environment
- Rest with a good book on the futon or play cards at the game table
- February-May, enjoy spring wildflower hikes in the Merced River canyon
- April-June, have fun rafting the Wild and Scenic Merced River.
- Your special sunset moment awaits you at the ROOST
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