Location: Yosemite National Park, Yosemite Area, Gold Country & High Sierra, California, USA (8 Mi Inside South Entrance of Yosemite, Fresno Airport;75mi) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 10)
Note: Ask us about special discounts.
Our family-friendly home (actually IN Yosemite) is on Chilnualna Falls Creek, where it meets the South Fork of the Merced River. It is beautiful in every season. Comfortable & welcoming - pets are allowed- it has every amenity you might desire: Satellite TV, Hot tub, full laundry & kitchen, Wireless Internet (DSL), generator, linen service, central heat & air conditioning, even a small playground in the front yard. Enjoy our 900 square feet of deck by barbequing on the gas grill, or sitting in the hot tub under the stars, or relax inside, in the living room, watching a fire in the woodstove (wood provided free) or a movie on cable or a rental from the local store. Play chess or checkers, Parcheesi or Scrabble on the game table.
Enjoy a hike to nearby Chilnualna Falls, or follow the many trails which lead throughout the 1000+ sq. miles of Yosemite. Snowshoe, or snowboard or ski at Badger Pass, see Yosemite Valley & the Giant Redwoods, eat at the historic Wawona Hotel or play golf there, go horseback riding, or visit the Living History Center. Swim in the river or the beautiful, quiet & secluded swimming spots cut out of the rock by Chilnualna Falls Creek. Relax in the simple & welcoming atmosphere of our small & unique town.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Central Air
- Washer: In home; your exclusive use
- Dryer: In home; your exclusive use
- Linens Provided: Additional linens available for free as needed
- Off Street Parking: Parking in driveway (pad)
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Parking in driveway (pad)
- Wood Stove: Glass front; heat is adjustable. Unlimited free firewood provided.
- Beds
- Queen Bed: In Master bedroom
- Double Bed (3) : Two in main floor bedroom; 1 in upper front bedroom
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : Two in upper front bedroom
- Crib: new crib in front hall closet
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: included free
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: Free. Local library has free DVDs as well; rentals available at Wawona store and Pine Tree market.
- CD Player
- Private Hot Tub
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided: fully equipped kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher: New
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Over 900 square feet of deck
- Lanai: Second story front bedroom.
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details: Chilnualna Falls Creek is next to our home in back. Nice short wooded walk along the Creek to the confluence with the South Fork of the Merced River. Very peaceful and beautiful.
- Mountain View: Wawona is in Yosemite National Park, which is in turn in the Sierras.
- Communications
- Telephone: Extensions in kitchen and two bedrooms
- Free Long Distance: U.S. calls are free
- Broadband Internet: AT&T service
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): AT&T service
- Other Amenities
- Located on Chilnualna Falls Creek, easy access to park trails, high country, Lower Chilnualna Falls within 10 minutes walking distance, footpath to South Fork of Merced River from backyard, golf and horseback riding within 2 miles of house, groceries & library within 1 mile and fine dining within 3 miles. Crib & high chair available in home.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Housebroken and friendly pets are welcome. For your pet's safety and in accordance with Park Service regulations, pets must be on a leash when outside.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): First floor is at level of driveway; no steps.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations): First floor is at level of driveway; no steps.
- Kid Friendly: Crib and highchair provided. Hearth has protective covering on edges
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- 12 miles to Giant Redwood Grove, 20 miles to Badger Pass Ski/ Winter sport area, 29 miles to Glacier Point vista views and 29 miles to Yosemite Valley. Oakhurst, with many stores, cinema, plays, fine dining, etc. is about 36 minutes away.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Late Fall-Early Spring ..............from $353/night
May & Sep, Most weekends Oct-Feb ....from $452/night
Summer, Spring Vacation & Holidays ..from $498/night
Prices are before tax, based on occupancy of six or less guests (4 yrs & above)
50% deposits are required and are refundable (less $30 fee) only if cancelled
prior to 30 days before reservation date. AAA & Senior discounts available
Two night minimum, 3 night minimum summer & holidays. Pets $10/pet/nt extra.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1987
Why the Owner Chose Yosemite National Park
It wasn't a vacation rental when we bought it- it was raw land. I built there because I felt I belonged there- my wife was kind enough to join me in that endeavor.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Living in Yosemite National Park is almost indescribable. With over 1000 square miles of Park surrounding us, there is much more than could fill a single lifetime. I am amazed that we own a home which is in the midst of such beauty. I am amazed that we moved away and haven't moved back - yet. But that is another story.
The 9 hole Wawona Golf Course is open seasonally and is inexpensive- $18.50 for nine holes, $29.50 for 18. Carts are $15 for nine holes and $24.50 for eighteen.
The Swinging Bridge which spans the South Fork of the Merced (doesn't show on the map) is an easy hike and adventure. It is a footbridge, anchored in rock, which sways as you walk.
The famous Wawona tree stood in this grove; the grove contains trees which are among the largest and oldest living sequoias, some dating back to before the time of Jesus.
The Grotto is a spiritual and peaceful place where a small stream emerges from rocks in a shaded and protected incropping. Ask locals how to get there.
The Living History Center re-enacts scenes and typical activities within Yosemite National Park's past, including a blacksmith shop (complete with blacksmith), telegraph office,jail, typical home from
The covered bridge reflects the era when it was built by Galen Clark, the first hotelier in the Park. Video: http://virtualguidebooks.com/CentralCalif/Yosemite/Wawona/WawonaCoveredBridge.html and His
Dating from before 1860, Galen Clark's Inn was moved from the Giant Redwoods grove to its present site in what is now Wawona. See history: http://www.yosemitepark.com/Accommodations_WawonaHotel_Histo
Owner's Map of Yosemite National Park
My wife and I were married the first year that we lived in Yosemite National Park. We built our home there, had our three children there, and were part of the small and diverse community of Park Service and concessionaire employees, retirees, and self-employed individuals who lived there. For seven wonderful years we took part in the doings of Wawona- like the one-room school house (I was a substitute teachers aide), the library (where my wife volunteered) the town newsletter and a cabin caretaking business which we ran, as well as many community events with which we helped.
We moved the Wisconsin to be closer to family, but my heart is still there- we hope to return for good after our youngest moves on. Or perhaps she and the other children (who are fast moving beyond childhood) will join us.
Property Photos
- Friends Lodge Front View - Yosemite Area Pet Friendly Vacation House with a Hot Tub.
- New Wrap Around Deck - Yosemite Area Pet Friendly Vacation House with a Hot Tub.
- Side Deck - Yosemite Area Pet Friendly Vacation House with a Hot Tub.
- Hot Tub & Gas Grill
- Chilnualna Falls Creek, behind the house
- Living Room
- Kitchen
- Dining Room
- River Room (1st floor bedroom)
- River Room, 2nd bed
- Downstairs Full Bath (additional similar full bath upstairs)
- Upstairs Wawona Room (Master Bedroom)
- Upstairs Wawona Room (Master Bedroom)
- Upstairs Yosemite Room, 1 of 3 beds
- Upstairs Yosemite Bedroom, 2 additional beds
- First floor laundry
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A great time, a wonderful spot. The rivers were very full, so we feel fortunate to have one of the few safe swimming holes in your backyard.
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Thank you so much for a wonderful week. The house was just what we needed, convenient, adaptable, warm and attractive and with the sound and sight of the river. It is a beautiful spot and a restorative one.
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We had a lovely time - we want to come back during the winter to ski. The rushing water put me straight to sleep each night - the best medicine! I feel healed.
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Dearly loved your cabin and our stay...end of the road, river ambiance and all the space and the presence of books, homey touches made it a superlative "camping" experience.
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We really enjoyed our stay; nice cozy house! We especially loved the bathroom faucets! Thank you for opening your home for us to use!
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We loved it here! Wish we could have stayed longer and will definitely remember it for future trips. We hung out on the deck 90% of our waking time. Perfect setting, loved the sound of the creek. Thank you for offering a dog-friendly property too!
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Thank you so much for this much needed touch of heaven! Family of four from San Diego totally thought the 5 1/2 hour drive was worth it. Will return again on the next off-season. Thank you for making your home as hospitable as possible; four adults and two small children thought that no other place would have met our needs. God Bless